Backpacker - Leader of the Pack

Latest Articles

Mountain Forecast01-May-2012

Going Hiking or maybe just camping in the Drakenberg Mountains? Or maybe another mountain range ..Read More

Online Shop01-May-2012

After a long wait our Online Shop is Now Open !!! Happy shopping !!!..Read More

Online Shop18-Apr-2012

The Wait is almost over! Our new and more secure online shop will go live the 1st May 2012! ..Read More

Adventure Racing31-Aug-2011

There's a race, and then there's a big race… and then there's Adventure Racing. A com..Read More

Attaching your walking poles to your backpack31-Aug-2011

When doing a lengthy walk or hike, the correct use of walking poles can greatly improve the qual..Read More

Getting Proper Hydration31-Aug-2011

"The body is made up of 70% water." In my mind, that is rather close to just melting away ..Read More

The Best Camping Checklist31-Aug-2011

Nothing is worse than travelling for a few hours, anxious to start setting up your tent to start..Read More

What are Gaiters?31-Aug-2011

Gaiters are a type of protective clothing for a person's ankles and legs below the knee. Ga..Read More

About Us

Backpacker sells top-quality outdoor gear built for comfort and durability.

The Backpacker brand has a long history of innovative products made with the outdoor person in mind. We use the latest materials to withstand the rigours of the outdoor elements, while combining first-class design to make the equipment comfortable.

We have a design capability, which allows us to develop new products and improve on existing products and have been awarded ISO 9001:2008 certificate by the Alpha Certification Services.

By providing these products through our e-shop, we allow you access to quality products at affordable prices. Backpacker products are locally designed & manufactured.

We are located in Pretoria, but deliver all over Southern Africa.

International deliveries can be arranged – send us a mail for a quote.