2023
FRONT COVER
Eric Hanson exiting his hut for some coastal bliss in Victory Australia.
Photo: Epic Trails/Heliconia Production
DESIGNED AND BUILT TO ENDURE THE LONG HAUL — AND THEN SOME.
Born in the northern Rocky Mountains of Montana, MYSTERY RANCH has designed and built bombproof backpacks for over 40 years. Fueled by our own outdoor obsessions, we’ve dedicated decades to fine-tuning and evolving our craft.
MYSTERY RANCH packs have also set the standard for some of the most demanding customers and environments out there: military combat and wildland firefighting.
We’ve also developed packs with versatile features and distinctive style for diverse pursuits and lifestyles. Whether you’re chasing clean lines in the alpine or trophy bulls during the rut, organizing your gear for the daily commute or carrying supplies for everyday outings, our high-performance packs balance form, function, and comfort – ready to go anywhere you do.
At MYSTERY RANCH, we’re not just passionate about backpacks – we’re obsessed. With a carefully calculated, been-there-tested-that combination of pack-building expertise and exacting customer demands, we chase the world’s toughest conditions, from backcountry peaks to urban streets, so that we can produce the world’s best packs. Practical and inherently purposeful, our packs outperform in every condition –because we make them that way.
MYSTERY RANCH — EXPERT PACK MAKERS
BRIDGER SERIES
A PACK BUILT FOR YOUR HIKE
Like their namesake mountain range here in Bozeman, MT, the BRIDGER SERIES packs offer unlimited features for any adventure. These were designed for the seasoned hiker and first-timer alike.
• Drawstring shroud and double zipper for easy access
• Stash pockets on the back and harness of the bag so that you can quickly grab or ditch layers or gear
• Loaded with external and internal pockets for optimal organization
EXPLORE THE BRIDGER SERIES
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Mark Genito working his way through the Bridger Range wearing the BRIDGER 65
Photo: Jay Beyer
BRIDGER 35 PEAK BAGGER
$289
MEN’S 35L WOMEN’S 35L
BRIDGER 45 DOWN TO DETOUR
$309 MEN’S 45L WOMEN’S 45L
BRIDGER 55 CAMP CARRY-ALL
$359
MEN’S 55L WOMEN’S 55L
BRIDGER 65 ADVENTURE PACKED
$375
MEN’S 65L WOMEN’S 65L
Since 1989, Big City Mountaineers has provided more than 45,000 nights under the stars for youth who might not have otherwise had the opportunity.
Across the US, BCM harnesses the transformative power of nature to cultivate a generation with compassion for themselves and their communities – and the skills and confidence to go make a difference.
The MYSTERY RANCH crew recycled extra fabric from the production floor and made stacks of flags to send off for use in BCM’s upcoming Summit for Someone Program, an adventure fundraising program designed to support the youth programs that BCM puts on.
These flags will be used in two capacities during each trip of the program:
+ One flag for the trip itself that all participants sign and use as a “social contract” for the trip, to be hung at the BCM offices after completion. A flag for every participant as a memento for their trip. It’s tradition for every participant to sign one another’s flags, including something that they want to remember from their experience. When they return home, these flags remind them that the sky is the limit in everything they want to do and accomplish.
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LEARN MORE ABOUT BIG CITY MOUNTAINEERS
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COULEE SERIES THE MOST ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY PRODUCTS ARE THOSE THAT ENDURE.
Continual improvement is a top value for MYSTERY RANCH and can be found in the updated COULEE SERIES. These day packs still deliver the same quality and functionality they are known for while representing our commitment to sustainability with durable, recycled fabrics. For 2023, the series incorporates 100% recycled nylon: MIPAN regen robic. This fabric is the first recycled hightenacity nylon made from 100% reclaimed waste (pre-consumer), developed for eco-conscious enthusiasts who rely on their gear wherever the adventure takes them.
RECYCLED. ROBUST. RESILIENT.
Made for the mountains – MYSTERY RANCH’s Erin and Sierra test out the new COULEE SERIES on a quick overnight.
Photo: Jay Beyer
COULEE SERIES
READY FOR ADVENTURE
The COULEE SERIES is the peak bagger’s dream with its fan-favorite 3-ZIP design and stretch pockets on the waistbelt, side and front allow for ample, fast, easy stowage of snacks, water bottles or extra layers. And the durable, recycled materials make it a better choice for all outdoor activities.
• Lightweight Trail yoke that micro adjusts to the torso length
• Attach loops inside on the body panel for the MYSTERY RANCH Small QUICK ATTACH ZOID BAG or other accessory carry
• Top zippered lid compartment for storing small essentials, phone or camera
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$179 MEN’S 20L WOMEN’S 20L $189 MEN’S 30L WOMEN’S 30L $239 MEN’S 40L WOMEN’S 40L $249 MEN’S 50L WOMEN’S 50L COULEE
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DAILY COMMUTE TO QUICK ADVENTURE
This super functional pack series was made to handle whatever your everyday mission throws at you. With its tough yet environmentally friendly CORDURA® body, it’s up for outdoor adventures, too.
• 3-ZIP design for rapid access to interior
• Two internal zippered pockets to hold those small-but-important items
• Additional sleeve on front of the laptop pocket that holds a tablet, notebook, books, etc.
CATALYST 18 EVERYDAY ESSENTIAL CATALYST 22
$139 COLORS
MIGHTY BUT SMALL CATALYST 26
$149 COLORS
MOUNTAINS TO MEETINGS
$179 COLORS
CATALYST
SERIES
CORDURA® re/cor™ RN66 fabrics are durable fabrics made from reclaimed pre-consumer waste materials that have been recycled into high quality yarns. With responsible options made from 100% recycled materials, their newest offering comes in a range of deniers that provide the strength and durability CORDURA® fabric is known for.
ONE BAG – 3 MODES, ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES
The 3-WAY BRIEFCASE is one bag with three modes – the ultimate multitasker and a worthy companion for commuters and travelers. With two sizes to choose from – 18 & 27 liters – this versatile series offers a suite of pockets and loads of organizational options, to keep you ready for anything, on the go.
+ + BACKPACK SHOULDER BAG BRIEFCASE
3-WAY BRIEFCASE
Tim Gates strolling into MYSTERY RANCH Bozeman Headquarters –most likely 10 mins late.
Photo: Mark Genito
3- WAY 27 A LITTLE EXTRA
The 3-WAY 27 is more than a briefcase – it’s your portable office, your soupedup carry-on, and your daily companion that holds everything you need to get you through the day.
$229 COLORS
3- WAY 18 PERFECT COMMUTER
This briefcase was made to inspire your daily comings and goings with confidence and versatility, offering a suite of pockets and organizational options that meet the demands of the most rigorous and lengthy commutes.
$199 COLORS
MASTERS OF MULTITASKING WITH ON-THE-GO VERSATILITY – FIND YOUR PERFECT COMMUTE COMPANION.
DISTRICT SERIES READY WHEN YOU ARE
Five perfectly sized and organized packs are the ideal companions for travel, back-to-school, and your next favorite outdoor adventure.
DISTRICT 24 GEAR UP
$169 COLORS
DISTRICT 18 WORK IT
$159 COLORS
DISTRICT 8
EVERYTHING IN-ITS-PLACE
$69 COLORS
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DISTRICT
NEAT NECESSITIES
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$49 COLORS
$59 COLORS
DISTRICT 2
MOBILE MINIMALIST
$149 COLORS
DISTRICT PRO URBAN READY
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THE BEST REPAIR TEAM IN THE INDUSTRY
“PACKS ARE A REPOSITORY OF EXPERIENCE AND WE LIKE TO GET THOSE EXPERIENCES BACK TO YOU.”
- DANA GLEASON, FOUNDER
WARRA NTY + REPAIR WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK
MYSTERY RANCH designs and manufactures packs for the job that needs to get done, supporting customers who rely on our packs to get home at the end of the day. Our Warranty guarantees everything we build against defects in materials and craftsmanship for the practical lifetime of the product. We will happily offer repair or replacement for issues with materials or craftsmanship. Case-specifically, damage due to normal wear and tear or misuse can be repaired for a reasonable charge.
WHAT WE REPAIR
1. ZIPPER DAMAGE
Our techs are zipper wizards and can functionally repair or replace most zippers.
2. HOT PATCH REPAIR
We use laser-cut laminate hot patches with a special adhesive and a custom press for lasting, functional repairs.
3. PACK SHRINKING
Just kidding! Our packs won’t shrink. Please do not put your pack in a washing machine or dryer.
4. BUCKLE/HARDWARE ISSUES
If something is broken or missing on your pack, we are here to help.
5. ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
All animals like snacks, but most animals can’t work zippers. This is some of the most common damage we see!
6. OLD PACKS
Our gear is built to endure, and our goal is to keep it functional and out of the landfill for as long as possible.
LEARN MORE ABOUT WHO, WHY, HOW, AND WHAT WE REPAIR AT THE RANCH
15 BEST INDUSTRY
“I was minimally exposed to the outdoors through Girl Scouts growing up but hadn’t been hiking or backpacking until we moved out west about seven years ago.”
ANDREA CANNON
“At the heart of these tasty bites I have found my connection with this world. It lies within the people, the places and the stories. This is what calls me back...time after time.”
EDUARDO GARCIA
“Accomplishments?
This question makes me feel like you asked the wrong person.”
MATT IRVING
LINDSEY BROWNE DAVIS
“Deep down, I’m a Colorado gal whose home will always be in the mountain west. I’m fortunate to have grown up as an athlete and exposed to the outdoors –two things I think raise strong, confident women.”
“I’m eternally grateful that climbing not only provides me with the physical activity I love but also the community of people I consider my family.”
BECKY SWITZER
MYSTERY RANCH
BRAND AMBASSADORS
Visionaries who reflect our values, fuel our product development, and live the life.
“I’m a ski bum, desert rat, and an aspiring environmentalist.”
ERIC BALKEN
LEARN MORE ABOUT ALL OF THE EXEMPLARY CHARACTERS THAT TEST OUR GEAR TO THE LIMITS
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LOOKING TO LEARN MORE?
RANCH Ambassador Eric Balken traveling Japan in search of
and Onsens.
Photo: Jay Beyer
BUILT FOR YOUR SMALL, MEDIUM, OR LARGE ADVENTURES
MISSION DUFFELS are workhorse gear haulers to accommodate your varying loads that come in three sizes. Designed to strategically separate your stuff, you might call them ”smart duffels.”
MISSION DUFFEL 40
MISSION DUFFEL 55
• Horseshoe-shaped zipper provides easy access to entire bag
• Stowable shoulder pads that convert this duffel into a backpack
• Exterior access laundry and boot compartments
• Removable, adjustable shoulder strap
• Four exterior handles (one on each side) and four interior pockets
MISSION DUFFEL 60
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$199 COLORS
$229 COLORS
$299 COLORS
Bags that keep on kicking when the dust settles – Luke Boswell packs up in the desert.
Photo: Adam Foss – MYSTERY RANCH Ambassador
TRAVEL WORKHORSE
These are sleek yet ample backpack suitcases to get crucial travel necessities on board for your next departure. Available in three sizes, the MISSION ROVERS are designed to accommodate varying loads and strategically separate your stuff.
20 $225 COLORS $249 COLORS $299 COLORS MISSION ROVER 30 MISSION ROVER 45 MISSION ROVER 60
MISSION ROVER
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ACCESSORIES COMPLETE YOUR KIT
Whether traveling by plane, train, or automobile, these accessories have your weekend getaway covered with interior packing organization.
$16-$39 COLORS $24-$69 COLORS $39-$59 COLORS $45, $65 COLORS $25 COLORS ZOID
ZOID
MISSION
WATER BOTTLE
2 1 3 4 5 2 3 5 4 SHOWN ON OPPOSITE PAGE PACKED IN MISSION ROVER FIND THE RIGHT ACCESSORIES FOR EFFORTLESS PACKING AND EASY ACCESS – FROM WORKPLACE TO WILDERNESS.
BAG
CUBE
CONTROL SPIFF KIT
POCKET
HIGH WATER SERIES DESIGNED
FOR THE ELEMENTS
Packs and accessories designed for durability, functionality, and protection whether you’re hiking in wet weather, commuting through the rain, crossing rivers or streams – or even just prone to spills.
Get ‘em wet! They can take it.
HIGH WATER HIP PACK
$169 COLORS
HIGH WATER FORAGER
$59 COLORS
HIGH WATER LID
$179 COLORS
HIGH WATER FLIP
$329 COLORS
HIGH WATER DUFFEL
$329 COLORS
HIGH WATER SHOULDER BAG
$139 COLORS
• Built with 840D ballistic nylon with double-sided
• TPU coating for waterproofness, high-abrasion & tear resistance, high-temp resistance, and lowtemp flexibility
• TRU Zip is the first-ever sliding, toothless, silent, dust-proof, waterproof, submersible, self-healing complete zipper assembly
• RF Welded construction creates high-strength fused, leak-proof seams for total waterproofness
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BACKCOUNTRY PEAKS TO URBAN STREETS, WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK. mysteryranch.com
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COULEE 20 LIGHT & FAST
Made with versatility in mind so that you can get away and make the most of muchneeded day trips – whether it’s a blitz up a local peak or a leisurely outing to your favorite park or swimming hole.
See page 06 for more info on the COULEE SERIES.
$179 MEN’S 20L WOMEN’S 20L
Pack light, snack right – from park benches to alpine basecamps.
Photo: Jay Beyer