Mountain biking can take on many forms, from hot laps on the backyard trail to long, winding singletrack through the alpine. Regardless of the riding style you gravitate toward, nearly every trip out requires you to carry water, snacks, tools, and other gear. The most common carry method is a mountain bike backpack, and below we break down our top picks for 2024 Designs vary pretty widely, and important considerations include carrying comfort, interior volume, water-hauling capacity, and pockets and organization. For more background information, see our comparison table and buying advice below the picks.

With a wateproof in a beautiful graycolor, the Duffel Bag will be a great option to accompany you to the court, gym or travel. One main compartment can be filled with gear or can also be packed up for a weekend tournament away (although not large enough to hold racquets within). There is also a large accessory pocket on the front and a shoe tunnel on the end. Carry it comfortably with the elongated, adjustable shoulder straps.

The up-for-anything cooler bag! Joining the legacy of our famously adventurous ice chest with all-terrain wheels, this compact (yet spacious) Trailmate softside cooler is equally as high performing, easy to transport and crafted for the great outdoors. You get a durable, weather-resistant exterior and wildly impressive ice retention thanks to its insulated interior — plus, a whole crew of handy adventure-friendly features.