I looked into backpacks this fall, but didn't pull the trigger on one thinking Santa might bring me one. But after having researched the issue quite thoroughly, I decided on a Badlands Backpack. There just didn't seem to be anything close for the money. As I recall this site ( http://www.storycreekinc.com/products/badlands/daypack.html) was the site I thought would be the cheapest at the time. I bookmarked it in my favorites for some reason. I believe Cabelas has them as does my local sporting goods store, but they were both more expensive. The Badlands comes in a variety of sizes, from a fanny pack all the way up to the serious camping style with frame. Good luck...Happy Holidays and hope this gives you some alternativesfor your search.