Backpack Salewa Alptrek 38 Women — 38 L, women's trekking backpack, Pompeian Red Syrah

The Salewa Alptrek 38 Women is a 38-litre trekking backpack designed specifically for women who need a reliable pack for multi-day hikes and alpine routes. The pack provides a women-specific fit with contoured shoulder straps and a shaped hip belt to improve comfort and load transfer. The main compartment offers ample volume for clothing, food and technical equipment, while external attachment points and pockets keep frequently used items accessible during a trek.

Advantages

The women-specific ergonomic design reduces pressure points and improves stability on uneven terrain. Lightweight but durable materials provide a balance between load-carrying capacity and pack weight. Multiple access points and organized pockets allow efficient packing and quick access to essentials. Integrated attachment points and gear loops support carrying trekking poles, ice tools or additional equipment without compromising the internal volume.

Suitable for

• Multi-day hiking and trekking trips where 35–40 L capacity is required
• Alpine routes and mountain approaches with technical gear attachment needs
• Summer and shoulder-season backpacking with prioritised organised storage
• Day-to-day outdoor activities requiring a supportive women’s fit

Key specifications

• Capacity: 38 litres
• Gender-specific fit: women’s contour shoulder straps and shaped hip belt
• Main compartment with multiple access points for organized packing
• External attachment points and gear loops for poles and tools
• Pockets: accessible top pocket and side pockets for bottles or small items
• Adjustable back length and load-lifter straps for improved load distribution
• Materials: durable, lightweight fabrics suitable for outdoor use

How to use

Pack heavier items close to the back and centred to maintain balance and stability. Use the main compartment for bulk items like clothing and food, and place frequently accessed items in external pockets or the top lid. Secure technical equipment to the external attachment points or gear loops. Adjust the hip belt, shoulder straps and load-lifter straps to achieve a snug, even fit; the hip belt should carry most of the weight while the shoulder straps stabilise the pack. For long treks, periodically redistribute load and check strap adjustments to maintain comfort.

Usage recommendations

For best comfort and performance, fit the backpack with the intended hiking load before setting out and fine-tune the hip belt and shoulder straps. Protect the pack from prolonged exposure to moisture and clean it according to fabric care guidelines to prolong durability. Consider using a rain cover for heavy precipitation and pack delicate items in dry bags when crossing wet terrain.