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WarrantyOwed

Roundup

Best outdoor & travel gear warranties

The best outdoor warranties repair gear for free no matter how old it is. A few charge for normal wear.

Checked October 18, 2026. Warranty terms change, so confirm on the brand's page before relying on them.

Our picks

Best for packs: Osprey claim guide

Osprey repairs any damage or defect for free regardless of age, and pays return shipping.

Best for socks: Darn Tough claim guide

Unconditional lifetime, no receipt. You get a credit for the full replacement value.

Best for luggage: Briggs & Riley claim guide

Free functional repairs for life, even airline damage.

Best for backpacks on a budget: JanSport claim guide

Defects only, but repaired or replaced packs ship back free.

Fair, but not free for wear: Patagonia claim guide

Repair, replacement or refund if it doesn't perform. Wear and tear is repaired for a reasonable charge.

Read the fine print: Arc'teryx official page

Covers the practical lifespan, not lifetime. You pay shipping and get one claim per purchase.

Side-by-side

BrandWarrantyReceiptClaim
OspreyUnconditional Lifetime
All Mighty Guarantee — any damage or defect
Not stated; PR/PO number askedOur guide
Darn ToughUnconditional Lifetime
Unconditional lifetime guarantee
No receipt or registration neededOur guide
Briggs & RileyUnconditional Lifetime
Lifetime repair of functional damage
Not statedOur guide
JanSportLimited Lifetime
Original owner, defects only
Receipt photo requested; order # can be "unknown"Our guide
PatagoniaSatisfaction Guarantee
Ironclad Guarantee
Not stated in the guarantee — keep proofOur guide
Arc'teryxLimited Lifetime
Practical product lifespan (footwear 1 year)
Receipt photo from an authorized dealerOfficial page
CarharttSatisfaction Guarantee
Built to Last Commitment
Not stated — keep proofOur guide
SmartwoolTime-Limited (not lifetime)
2 years
Receipt upload optionalOur guide
The North FaceLimited Lifetime
Original owner, manufacturing defects
Proof of purchase may be requiredOfficial page
EastpakTime-Limited (not lifetime)
Up to 30 years per care label
Proof within 12 months, or care-label ageOfficial page
SamsoniteLimited Lifetime
3, 5 or 10 years — or lifetime of first purchaser
Not statedOur guide
TravelproLimited Lifetime
Varies by collection
Not statedOfficial page

Airline damage

Briggs & Riley repairs airline damage. Samsonite explicitly excludes it. If an airline breaks your bag, file a claim at the airport before you leave.

General information, not legal advice. We are not affiliated with any brand mentioned.

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