Expedition-ready comfort and support with the Baltoro 85 Pro Backpack for extended backcountry loads
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I trust the Baltoro 85 Pro Backpack for big-mile, gear-heavy trips where comfort and stability are non-negotiable. The FreeFloat A3 suspension flexes with my stride, and the AirCushion backpanel keeps me cool even on steep climbs. With easy access points and oversized hipbelt pockets, I can organize everything for multi-day expeditions. This pack hauls serious weight without sacrificing comfort or adjustability."
We load up the Baltoro 85 Pro Backpack from Gregory when our adventures demand maximum capacity and unwavering support. Gregory’s FreeFloat A3 dynamic suspension system adapts to our every move, delivering a custom fit and stable carry even with expedition-sized loads. The AirCushion backpanel and 3D harness construction eliminate pressure points, letting us push further into the wild with confidence.
Technical features like the perimeter alloy frame, U-zip front access, and oversized hipbelt pockets make the Baltoro 85 Pro a standout for extended treks and gear-intensive missions. The pack’s recycled, PFC-free fabrics and Polygiene® Stays Fresh treatment keep things sustainable and odor-free, while the adjustable torso and hipbelt ensure a dialed fit for every body. Whether we’re crossing alpine passes or hauling winter gear, this pack is built for the long haul.
Details
- Built for multi-day expeditions and heavy gear hauls in remote terrain
- FreeFloat A3 suspension system flexes with your movement for stable, comfortable carry
- AirCushion foamless backpanel maximizes breathability and eliminates pressure points
- 3D shoulder harness and hipbelt construction for a seamless, hotspot-free fit
- U-zip front panel and top access for easy gear organization
- Oversized hipbelt pockets and multiple external pockets for essentials
- Perimeter alloy frame and fiberglass cross-stay provide robust load support
- Recycled, PFC-free fabrics with Polygiene® Stays Fresh odor control
- Adjustable torso and hipbelt for a precise, custom fit
- Hydration sleeve, trekking pole/ice axe attachments, and sleeping bag compartment
- Item #GREZ07W
- Material
- [body] 210D UHMWPE honeycomb CryptoRip nylon, 420D high density nylon [bottom] 630D high density nylon, EVA, 135D high density polyester [lining] 135D high density embossed polyester
- Volume
- 85L (5187cu in)
- Support/Suspension
- A3 Pro, aluminum frame, full-length framesheet, ComfortGrip lumbar with removable LumbarTune pad
- Shoulder Straps
- Auto Angle Adjust, sternum strap
- Waist Belt
- 3 Air
- Hydration Compatible
- yes
- Reservoir Included
- no
- Access
- top, main u-zip, bottom
- Pockets
- 1 zippered top, 2 zippered waist belt, 2 stretch side, 2 zippered front,1 mesh front
- Ice Axe Carry
- yes
- Trekking Pole Carry
- yes
- Sleeping Bag Compartment
- zippered
- Rain Cover
- sold separately
- Compression
- side, top
- Weight Capacity
- 70lb
- Dimensions
- [small] 32.7 x 13.8 x 13.4in [medium] 33.5 x 14.2 x 13.8in [large] 35 x 14.2 x 13.8in
- Claimed Weight
- 5lb 13oz
- Activity
- backpacking, expedition
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 8 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 2, 2024
Extremely efficient heavy load hauler!
Carried around 35-38 lbs (consumables, dog and camera gear and packed-outs.... ) for 7 days in Sierra high country. Discomfort was very negligible over time. No pressure points, no rubbing, no hotspots.Very stable and felt well balanced scrambling up and down granite face and while bolder hopping. Couldn't be happier :-)
Originally reviewed on Gregory
September 1, 2024
Great fit for 203cm
Night this as an emergency replacement for the Arctic circle trail when I was in Copenhagen. I am 203cm and this is the only pack I have every felt comfortable walking 100 miles with Thank you for a terrific product
Originally reviewed on Gregory
August 17, 2024
Don't want a black backpack.
Deciding between this and the bird competition. I really, really, really want a nice color like red, or blue, orange - anything but black would do. Black gear is so common and depressing.
Originally reviewed on Gregory
June 30, 2024
Hauls a serious load very well!
I bought this for a trip with my wife involving a 10-day, 124-mile food carry (High Sierra Trail to Mt. Whitney and back). I wanted the extra-large volume so I could carry more of our combined cargo. It easily fit 2 BV500 bear canisters, our 3-person tent, 10-degree sleeping bag and pad, electronics and battery banks, among other things. Total mass at the start of our trip was 60 lbs (equaling 30% of my body weight). The structure of the pack was excellent for handling this heavy load. I loved the water bottle pouch on the lower right side of the pack... much easier to access than any other pack I have. There is also a deep vertical pocket on the left side of the pack. My only minor suggestion for improvement would be to add another deep pocket on the right side of the pack but maybe this isn't possible because of the existing water bottle pocket. The shoulder straps also have plenty of attachment points for adding after-market pockets/pouches (add added one to each shoulder strap... one for carrying a small coffee bottle and the other for my InReach satellite device.
Originally reviewed on Gregory
April 30, 2023
Good fitting pack but….
Good fitting pack easily adjustable but it really needs external side pockets to be a great pack.
Originally reviewed on Gregory
December 30, 2022
Lives up to the Baltoro name
I've had the original Baltoro (which is a 70 liter) for many years and have brought it on a lot of summer backpacking trips. I have been a loyal proponent of that pack. It fits my body well, distributes weight efficiently and is a great all-around pack. For 3 season, extended day trips I decided to get the 85. I had expectations that it would perform as well as my original Baltoro and have not been disappointed. The new design upgrades are great and the extra space allows me to pack more gear without compromising efficiency and ease of use. I used it this past October on a four day trip on the AZT and it performed great. Super adjustable to dial in my specific body specs. Excellent pack!
Originally reviewed on Gregory
July 6, 2022
I want to love this pack. It’s impossible!
Difficulty fitting. Sags under load. No parts can adapt the fitment on this new version. Hit belt seam digs into skin.
Originally reviewed on Gregory
June 29, 2022
Love it!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Just used this on a backpacking trip in the Uintas, and it worked great. A lot of my gear is older and bulkier so finding a pack that can carry a lot of weight and still be comfortable is big priority for me, and I felt like this pack did a great job of it. The hip belts are extremely comfortable, and I love the shoulder straps which can adjust perfectly to take the extra weight off. I also love the top flap and all of it's pockets which provide a ton of space to carry things which I need immediate access to. #giftedproduct
Originally reviewed on Gregory
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February 27, 2025
The specs say this is 70L capacity... surely that's a mistake and it is indeed 85?
Originally reviewed on Gregory
October 17, 2023
What is the recommended rain cover for the Baltoro Pro 85 L? Why doesn't this pack come with a cover?
Originally reviewed on Gregory
November 10, 2022
What is the difference between the Baltoro series and Baltoro Pro series
Originally reviewed on Gregory