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Frost River Backpacks & Daypacks

Built tough and made to last, Frost River's backpacks and daypacks offer capacities from 26L to 81L - perfect from everything from daytrips to multi-day and extended expeditions.

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Frost River Cliff Jacobson Signature Pack $295.69US

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Frost River Vintage Pack with Padded Buckskin Straps $310.00US

Frost River Vintage Pack $268.95US

Frost River Summit Boulder Junction Pack with Padded Buckskin Shoulder Straps $385.18US

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Frost River Nessmuk Pack $323.43US

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Frost River Isle Royale Jr Bushcraft Pack $449.11US

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Frost River Isle Royale Mini Bushcraft Pack $432.38US

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Frost River Padded Canvas Waist Belt $53.48US

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Frost River Bedroll Strap $16.89US

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Martexin Original Wax Canvas Conditioner $8.53US

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Frost River Cotton Pistol Belt Waistbelt $37.59US coec choice

Visk Fabric Wax $13.18 - $62.00US

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Frost River Shell Bag $94.06 - $104.53US

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Grand Marais Mail Bag $80.21US

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Palisade Attachable Portage Pack $181.74US

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Frost River Leather Shoulder Strap Extensions $9.30 - $13.18US Sold Out

Frost River Summit Expedition Pack with Padded Buckskin Shoulder Straps

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Frost River Isle Royale Bushcraft Pack

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Frost River Northstar Expedition Pack

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Frost River Little Marais Messenger Bag

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About Frost River Backpacks & Daypacks

Frost River's backpacks and daypacks are made from Frost River's 18oz waxed canvas, leather straps and brass hardware in Duluth, Minnesota, and are made to last. Multiple capacities are tailored to various durations of trips, configurations of pockets, pouches and storage areas keep you organized and your gear at the ready. Looking for a pack you'll use your whole life, and then hand down to your kids? Looks no further than Frost River's backpacks and daypacks.

Our Frost River Backpacks & Daypacks

We stock only the best in Frost River Backpacks & Daypacks so you can rest assured knowing you're COEC Equipped.

Frost River Cliff Jacobson Signature PackThe Cliff Jacobson Signature Pack can function as a smaller canoe pack or as a full featured daypack. It includes a large main compartment, two large 2-in-1 side pockets, a front slip pocket, and flaps to keep your gear in - a versatile, compact, hard-wearing pack.

Frost River Vintage Pack with Padded Buckskin StrapsThe Frost River Vintage Pack (upgraded with buckskin shoulder straps), is a mid-sized backpack that if both functional, and attractive, and can be used as a daypack, as a small canoe pack, or as an every day carry bag for use in town.

Frost River Vintage PackThe Frost River Vintage Pack is the perfect size for grab and go, whether it be a day trip around town, down a trail or even a quick overnight camp. This vintage pack follows Frost Rivers traditional canoe pack stylings, and is made of 18oz waxed cotton canvas, features a map pocket, double lined base, and a self adjusting ring yoke.

Frost River Summit Boulder Junction Pack with Padded Buckskin Shoulder StrapsThe Frost River Boulder Junction Pack with upgraded buckskin shoulder straps is a multi-day capable day pack that can be packed small and light or tall and heavy, with multiple pockets and compartments for organizing your gear - all made with Frost River's 18 oz waxed canvas, bridle leather, and solid brass hardware.

Frost River NessmukThe Frost River Nessmuk pack is a reproduction of writer George Washington Sears’ (a.k.a Nessmuk’s) old Maine guide pack from the 1880’s and delivers hard-wearing performance in a compact, well thought out design that's great for day use, or as a secondary smaller pack on canoe trips.

Frost River Isle Royale Jr Bushcraft PackLike it's big brother, the Isle Royale Sr, the Isle Royale Jr bushcraft pack is an all purpose hiking, day pack, canoeing or travel pack that features an axe sleeve, four external and one internal pockets, and Frost River's heavy duty, built-for-a-lifetime-of-use construction.

Isle Royal MiniLike it's two bigger siblings, the Isle Royale Mini back pack features external pockets, side strapping points, top and bottom lash points, an axe sleeve, an optional waist strap and padded buckskin shoulder straps, but with a smaller 18.5L (33L expanded) capacity - making it a great choice for day use or bushcraft over-nighters.

Frost River Padded Canvas Waist BeltThe Frost River padded canvas waist belt is an upgraded hip belt for use with Frost River's Isle Royale backpacks, and the Tregurtha, Camp Cook Kitchen, Timber Cruiser, Old No.7, Old No.3, Lewis & Clark, and Grand Portage canoe packs.

Frost River Bedroll StrapThe Frost River Bed Roll Strap is designed to secure a bed roll, blanket, or other items to the bottom of Frost River's Backpacks and Canoe Packs.

Martexin Original Wax Canvas ConditionerMartexin Waxed canvas conditioner is the original finish used on Frost River bags and packs, but can be applied to any oiled/waxed canvas product to re-establish waterproofing once the canvas begins to dry out.

Frost River Cotton Pistol Belt Waistbelt The Frost River Cotton Pistol Belt Waistbelt, is a 2.25" wide cotton web belt, that is compatible with any Frost River pack that has the waist belt holder built in.

Visk Fabric WaxVisk Fabric Wax is a 100% Canadian made mix of wax, oils and resin for applying to canvas and other fabrics to provide superior water proofing and repellency.

Frost River Shell Bag The Frost River Shell Bag is a tough, rugged over the shoulder option for anybody looking to add some extra storage and carrying capacity. Used by hunters, anglers and hikers alike, this bag can carry any extra ammo, plano boxes, or other gear and supplies that you want to keep dry and easily accessible. You can even take it on all your daily adventures and use it as a functional everyday shoulder bag or purse.

Grand Marais Mail BagThe Grand Marais Mail Bag has been designed after the mail bags traditionally carried by postal workers. Constructed of 10.10 oz. waxed canvas, with a single flap, D ring and cotton web closure.

Palisade Attachable Portage PackAdd additional storage to your canoe pack, or keep important gear at your fingertips with the Palisade Attachable Portage Pack.

Frost River Leather Shoulder StrapsFrost River's leather shoulder straps add 9",12" or 15" to any of their 3/4" leather shoulder straps: they work on shell bags, manitou bags, as well as many of their day packs.

Sold Out Frost River Summit Expedition Pack with Padded Buckskin Shoulder StrapsThe Frost River Summit Expedition pack (upgraded with padded buckskin straps) is a sturdy, covers-all-the-bases backpack that features a top enclosure drawstring, double canvas bottom, side 2-in-1 pockets (pocket with interior pouch between the pocket and pack body), and a gusseted zippered front pouch for storing small items.

Sold Out Frost River Isle Royale Bushcraft PackThe Frost River Isle Royale Bushcraft Pack is made with the modern day bushcrafter in mind. Built tall and narrow, these heavy duty 18oz waxed canvas backpacks feature a maximum capacity of 81.5L, external pockets, side strapping points, top and bottom lash points, an axe sleeve, a waist strap and a sternum strap, while the padded buskskin shoulder straps ensure comfort while carrying heavy loads.

Sold Out Frost River Northstar Expedition PackThe Frost River Northstar Expedition Pack is derived from the Frost River Sportsman’s Pack, but constructed from heavyweight 18oz waxed canvas. The Northstar sports three exterior pockets (one on each side, and one on the front), two slip pockets (for axes or saws), extra-long flap straps, and lash squares.

Sold Out Frost River Little Marais Messenger BagFrost River's Little Marais Messenger Bag is the definition of small but mighty. A sling bag that is small enough to take on simple day trips, but also surprisingly roomy enough to hold a 2L jug or a standard Klean Kanteen insulated water bottle.

Sold Out Filson Oil Finish WaxFilson's Oil Finish Wax is a parrafin based canvas water treatment wax for Filson's oil finish garments or other cotton canvas garments or gear.

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