Not just a scaled-down adult pack, the Ace 48 pack from Osprey was designed to fit children's dimensions and proportions?Çöand it grows with them! Fits a variety of backs, thanks to its generous torso-length adjustment: just rip it, adjust it and stick it. Pack is sized to fit kids from approximately 12 to 16 years old. To ensure a healthy and comfortable carry, loaded pack should not be more than 15 to 20 percent of child's body weight. AirScape backpanel features three sections of ridged foam and a central air chimney for increased ventilation. Running down the sidewall, peripheral rods anchor to load-lifter straps and hipbelt, actively transferring load and resisting sag. Top-loading design gives you easy access to the pack's contents; two zippered pockets in removable/extendable lid let you stash maps and small items. Retractable sleeping bag compartment has straps to pull it in from the inside allowing the negative space on the outside for a sleeping bag or pad. ErgoPull hipbelt closure provides extra cinching leverage?Çödrawing tension along top and bottom, not through the center?Çörelieving hipbone pressure. Zippered pockets on hipbelt let you stash small essentials such as a digital camera, snacks, lipbalm and sunblock. Front stretch pocket is ideal for stowing jacket, hat and other often-used essentials. Large stretch-woven side pockets hold your water bottles and organize other small gear items. Hydration-compatible design features reservoir sleeve and a drink tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately). Bottom of pack features a small zippered compartment to hold built-in raincover, which is tethered for security. Backpacker April ?ÇÖ09 declares that the Osprey Ace 48 ?Ç£represents a sea change in comfort, features and durability among youth backpacks.?Ç¥.

Not just a scaled-down adult pack, the Jib 35 pack from Osprey was designed to fit children's dimensions and proportions?Çöand it grows with them! Fits a variety of backs, thanks to its generous torso-length adjustment: just rip it, adjust it and stick it. Pack is sized to fit kids approximately 10 to 14 years old. To ensure a healthy and comfortable carry, loaded pack should not be more than 15 to 20 percent of child's body weight. AirScape backpanel features three sections of ridged foam and a central air chimney for increased ventilation. Running down the sidewall, peripheral rods anchor to load-lifter straps and hipbelt, actively transferring load and resisting sag. Top-loading design gives you easy access to the pack's contents; two zippered pockets in lid let you stash maps and small items. ErgoPull hipbelt closure provides extra cinching leverage?Çödrawing tension along top and bottom, not through the center?Çörelieving hipbone pressure. Zippered pockets on hipbelt let you stash small essentials, such as a digital camera, snacks, lipbalm and sunblock. Front stretch pocket is ideal for stowing jacket, hat and other often-used essentials. Large stretch-woven side pockets hold your water bottles and organize other small gear items. Hydration-compatible design features reservoir sleeve and a drink tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately). Bottom of pack features a small zippered compartment to hold built-in raincover, which is tethered for security. Backpacker April ?ÇÖ09 declares that the Osprey Jib 35 ?Ç£represents a sea change in comfort, features and durability among youth backpacks.?Ç¥.

Introduce your youngsters to the outdoors with their first real backpack--the REI?« Comet! Top-loading backpack easily holds child's sleeping bag and a few extras. With a ''rip-and-stick'' torso adjustment, shoulder strap system easily slides on pack's frame to fit torsos of varying lengths. Waistbelt wraps around and adjusts for the best fit; hipbelt sports two mesh zip pockets for stashing rocks, other found treasures or action figures! Hydration-compatible, zippered side pocket with a tube exit port holds up to a 1-liter reservoir, sold separately. Top zippered pocket lets kids stash their headlamp, camp toys and other gadgets; a parent-friendly handle on top helps in putting on the pack. Unique ''windowpane'' panels on two zippered stash pockets let kids see inside, helping them find their gear more quickly. Oversized front mesh stuff pocket easily swallows a jacket or favorite stuffed animal. Bottom zippered storage compartment lets them keep dirty shoes or clothes separate from main compartment. Sized to fit kids from ages 6 to 10 years old.

Getting teenagers to like anything is a feat, but you can start them off on the right path with the REI Passage 65 backpack that is designed to grow with young hikers. Designed and sized to fit kids from approximately 11 to 17 years old. Contoured, padded shoulder straps with breathable mesh and an angled hipbelt that cups hip bones provide carrying comfort. Hipbelt can be replaced by the REI Mars hipbelt (sold separately). For growing hikers, pack has 4 load-lifter strap attachment points and a rip-and-stick harness that slides up and down on pack's frame to fit torsos of varying lengths. Adjustable sternum strap helps stabilize pack and dual aluminum stays distribute the weight evenly. Concave head pod at the top of pack gives your head freedom of movement?Çöno more staring at the ground! Durable molded-foam backpanel has channels for air circulation, increasing ventilation to keep your back cool and dry. Organize your gear in the top-loading main compartment, floating top zip pocket, and front essentials zip pocket. Front essentials zip pocket is large enough for fuel bottles, first aid kit and a fishing pole pack rod; front bungee cord provides a place to stash jacket or wet towel. Water-repellent zippers eliminate the need for zipper flaps and provide quick access. Externally accessible sleeping bag compartment with a zip-away internal divider handles bulky bags; quick-release straps on the bottom of pack let you strap on a sleeping pad. Hipbelt zip pocket provides handy storage for small essentials such as pocket knife or snacks; opposite side hipbelt features lash points for camera or GPS pouch. Hydration-compatible design features an internal reservoir sleeve and dual exit ports for drinking tube; hydration reservoir sold separately. Twin tool loops (and retainers), dual set of daisy chains and many accessory points let you lash on additional gear.