A cavernous top-loader ideal for gear-intensive cragging sessions, the Creek 50 is inspired by our haul bags and built with easy access and unparalleled durability in mind.
features gaping top-loader capabilities, eliminating the need for push-and-shove gear packing. With ultra-durable, waterproof shell fabric protecting your equipment from the elements and a thermoformed backpanel safeguarding your bod, the Creek's haul bag-style bottom, full-length side zip and rain hood that doubles as a helmet/rope holder round it out as a crag pack to rule all crag packs.
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Overall rating: 4.8285713 / 5 from 175 reviews.
The Creek 50 Backpack is praised for its top-loader design, durable gear protection, and versatile rack. Customers appreciate its comfortable straps, easy access zippers, and perfect size, though some find the large front pocket challenging to organize.
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"I have used the Creek 35L for about 5 years and I finally decided to upgrade to the Creek 50L so that I could more easily fit all my gear. I was worried that the pack wouldn't fit my smaller body frame as well as the Creek 35L, but it does! Same rugged design, just more spacious."
"For years, I used to use a backpacking pack to go climbing, thinking that all of the pockets would keep things organized. Instead I just ended up carrying too many things that I would forget I even had on me. Also, backpacking packs tend to focus more on weight (and so are less durable). The Creek 50 is none of that. Super burly, large enough for a trad rack, water, lunch and layers, water proof and just enough organization to keep things separated. I know it may sound silly, but it also awesome that it stands upright with a large top opening to easily pack/unpack. The full length side zipper make it easy to find something in the bottom without having to remove everything from the pack. Highly recommend."
"The creek 50 is hands down the best crag pack I’ve ever had. It stands upright on its own, has great organization pockets with solid zippers and materials that inspire confidence. Everything is easy to access and the pack is easy to pack, unpack and repack. I appreciate the thought that went into designing this pack."
"Rope, rack, water, kitchen sink… it all fits! I love the front sleeve pocket- the organization and ability to shed a layer and throw it in or grab the guidebook out is fabulous. I was hesitant to get this because of the heavy duty seam below the hip belt (I have had problems with rubbing with other packs), but it doesn’t rub and the back support is comfy although a little sweaty on approaches. Can’t have it all. The fabric is burly and I can butt scoot away without worrying about ripping it."
"I love this big bucket of a bag that will fit all my craggin sport gear including my rope and snacks/refreshments. I’m 5’3 and the small fits to my frame so the bottom of the bag doesn’t hit my butt every step I take plus the thick padding on the shoulder and waist strap are so luxurious. Securing the rain fly took some time and was like threading a needle and zipping it back in was annoying because the fabric kept catching. My only concern is the two way zipper for the main compartment seems like it’ll be the first thing to break but it does heavy duty so I have faith it’ll last forever a long time cause I’m broke."
"One of my climbing partners got this bag 4 years ago and I just kept watching her in envy. . . and i finally got it for my self as a birthday gift. I took it to red rock canyon for a trip and wow. . . WHY DID I WAIT THIS LONG TO GET IT. It fits all of my trad gear, my snacks, first aid kit and my layers that i take off and then some. It even fits my stick clip! What a wonderful bag."
"Awesome pack to stuff all the things you would need for a day at the crag. Super durable material and the zip feature allows for easy packing and unpacking."
"This thing is the ideal cragging pack. It swallows a rope, a rack, helmets for the whole family, layers and snacks and still carries like a dream. Strong buy!"
"Very durable and well designed. I have taken in to the crags about a dozen times and the more I use it the more I like it. Easy to use and access contents. Water, lunch, 70m rope, harness and rack, shoes. etc etc. Spacious!!!"
"This is my second Creek 50 pack and it is by far my favorite Cragging pack with ample storage space and easy access to your gear with the double zippers on the main compartment it makes bringing ample gear to the crag and not having to yard sale every time you want something from the bottom a breeze. The pack is also very durable which is nice as far as being in rocky terrain and not having to baby your pack to avoid a blowout. 10/10 would recommend."
| Size | Torso Length | Waist Circumference |
|---|---|---|
| S/M | 16 - 19 in 41 - 48 cm | 26 - 40 in 66 - 102 cm |
| M/L | 18.5 - 21.5 in 47 - 55 cm | 28 - 45 in 71 - 114 cm |
Measure between the iliac crest (the top of your hip bones) and the C7 vertebra (feel for the protruding bone at the base of your neck while looking down.)
Measure around your hips at the iliac crest (the top of your hip bones), not at your waist.
