Spring is here, and it’s calling you to hit the trails! Whether planning a weekend getaway or a road trip, there’s no better time to gear up with a new YETI bag. Meet the all-new YETI Ranchero Backpack!
Perfect for those looking for the best EDC backpack, a carry-on backpack for travel or backpacking your way into the great outdoors.
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YETI Ranchero Backpack: A New Meaning to Multi-functional
YETI’s new bag, the Ranchero features a functional design for easy access through its lockable 3-way RipZip opening in a y-shaped zipper configuration, where you get full access to all your backpacking gear. Inside, you’ll find plenty of spacious compartments and internal organization pockets to keep your personal belongings organized.
The YETI Ranchero 27L features an external laptop pocket, while the YETI 22L laptop backpack has a built-in internal compartment. What’s really neat, is that the Ranchero 22L and the 27L have two smaller pockets towards the top of the travel-friendly backpack for quick access to things like power cords, camera accessories, medical gear, snacks, etc.
On the outside, you’ll find stretchy pockets (water bottle pockets) that fits your YETI drinkware or any other hydration essentials. The top of the pack features a quick-access valuables pocket with a key clip – perfect for storing small items that you need quick access to.
Tired of spilt drinks and gear? Or having a dirty pack? With the Ranchero’s GroundControl Base, you can save the cleanup for other things! This base helps keep your EDC backpack upright when set down, so you can avoid spills or that dreadful dirty bag look.
Material
Anyone who spends time in the rugged outdoors needs a pack made from durable materials, lightweight and at the very least water-resistant.
The YETI Ranchero checks all these features off. Made from TuffSkin Nylon, this material is water, abrasion-resistant, and built to last – making it a durable EDC backpack for travel and rugged terrain. Because its made from nylon, cleaning the Ranchero pack is super easy. All you need is a damp cloth – for stubborn stains use mild soap.
Now that we know how durable and practical the Ranchero is, let’s talk about how comfortable it is to carry on all those adventures.
Comfort
Whether you’re exploring the backcountry, going on day hikes, or sightseeing, the YETI Ranchero is a stylish travel backpack.
The YETI Ranchero 22L weighs 3.2 lbs, whereas the Ranchero 27L comes in at 3.8 pounds. These YETI bags are lightweight, which adds to the comfort factor. It also features extra foam contoured shoulder straps, a sternum strap and compression straps to help keep the pack off your spine allowing you to enjoy your journey. The internal frame and structured back panel give you additional support and comfort, which helps a lot during those long treks into the woods.
Thinking of a day pack or a commuter pack?
The Ranchero 22 has a height of 18.5″ x 11″ width and a depth of 9″, which makes for an excellent day pack for hitting the trail, commuting through the city or as a travel carry-on. Sizing for the Ranchero 27L is 20″ h x 11.5″ w x 10″ d, perfect for a weekend getaway.
Both sizes of the YETI Ranchero are close to the standard carry-on size limits for most airlines. The 22L fits comfortably within these limits, while the 27L Ranchero, though slightly larger in depth by about an inch, should still be suitable for carry-on if you pack carefully. Be sure to check with your airline’s specific carry-on policy, as each carrier may have different guidelines.
YETI Backpack Colours
Both the YETI Ranchero 22L and 27L backpack come in core colours of olive, black, and dark cape taupe. The newly released YETI Ranchero 18L and 12L core colours are black and cape dark taupe. It also comes in a seasonal cherry blossom colour (in all sizes) and black forest green (only in the 12L and 18L size). I’m thinking that there is a chance this pack will be available in other vibrant colours down the road.
YETI Ranchero Price and Availability
The YETI Ranchero 22L price at YETI Canada is $300 ($225 US). The price of the Ranchero 27L is $350 ($275 US). Other YETI backpack sizes that are newly released are the 18L and 12L Ranchero backpacks priced at $250 ($200 US) and $200 ($150 US), respectively.
The outdoor backpacks are available online on YETI’s website or your local outfitter/retailer.
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Well, there you have it—the new YETI Ranchero Backpack. Made for everyday carry, it features YETI’s testament to durability, style, function, and comfort. So, whether you communicate daily to work or are off to see the world, the YET Ranchero is worth taking a look at as your go-to daypack.
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