Rucksacks

This is an incredibly light, packable rucksack that has features you would expect in a top-quality rucksack, with the added bonus it can be packed away into its own lid. Montbell says:  The lightest backpack in our pack lineup, exemplifies a...

OMM's Phantom 25 pairs a decent vest harness with an excellent waist belt arrangement to create an incredibly stable pack for mountain marathoners and runners. OMM says:  The ultimate VestPack for adventures racing. Stabilised around your spine …

A stylish, versatile, lightweight rucksack that’s perfect for day hikes but equally at home on the commute. Fjallraven says:  The Abisko Hike Foldsack is a versatile and lightweight 25L backpack, perfect for dayhikes and travelling. Made …

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Montane says:  Evolving our innovative trailblazer packs to be more adaptable and with less environmental impact for ultimate versatility when moving quickly through the mountains.…

This incredibly lightweight bag combines advanced materials, industry-leading technology, and design features from two of Osprey’s most popular bags, Eja and the Lumina ; the result is a bag packed with features, built with thru-hikers and...

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Rab says:  For fast-moving hikers covering long distances with lighter kit, this women's/narrow fit 50L pack can be stripped of its lid to shed weight. With ultralight Spectra®…

A comfortable and stable carrying backpack, suitable for carrying more weight on longer treks. The Apex Air is made from a light but durable 200D Nylon Ripstop and has an impressive Suspended Back System that spreads the pack's weight evenly over you…

The Gregory Facet is a classic hiking design but manages to offer a range of handy features as well as being very lightweight compared to many other bags in this category.  Gregory says:  The Facet 45 is about superlight performance with th…

The spiritual little brother of the flex capacitor, the Flex Trail 40-60L Rucksack, can expand or contract depending on how much gear you take. Sierra Designs says: Flex on space, not on budget. Explore like a pro no matter your experience level. Th…

Newly updated and the hipbelt pockets are back! The previous model was let down only by that big omission. It’s now firmly back in our Top Picks list due to being great value, comfortable and ideal for slightly heavier base weights. The Eja is …

Since hitting the market back in 2020, the flex capacitor has calved itself out a niche in the outdoor industry, a bag capable of expanding or contracting, depending on how much gear you are carrying. Sierra Designs says:  Meet the versatile pac…

Newly updated and the hipbelt pockets are back! The previous model was let down only by that big omission. It’s now firmly back in our Top Picks list due to being great value, comfortable and ideal for slightly heavier base weights. The Exos is…

Newly updated and the hipbelt pockets are back! The previous model was let down only by that big omission. It’s now firmly back in our Top Picks list due to being great value, comfortable and ideal for slightly heavier base weights. The Exos is…

From lightweight day hikes to challenging mountain terrain, the new Talon and Tempest series represents the evolution of an icon. This series is equipped with an innovative injection moulded backpanel and boasts 100% recycled nylon fabric. Ospray...

From lightweight day hikes to challenging mountain terrain, the new Talon and Tempest series represents the evolution of an icon. This series is equipped with an innovative injection moulded backpanel and boasts 100% recycled nylon fabric. Osprey..…

Since hitting the market back in 2020, the flex capacitor has calved itself out a niche in the outdoor industry, a bag capable of expanding or contracting, depending on how much gear you are carrying. Sierra Designs says:  Meet the versatile pa…

A vast 50L rucksack with plenty of additional storage, with the addition of an innovative zipped back panel, for those who want a little more comfort on the trail. Big Agnes says:  Your pack shouldn’t weigh more than the gear inside,...

The Talon is a hugely popular pack due to the successful combination practical features, low weight and excellent levels of comfort. The Talon 55 is a great pack for multi-day expeditions and overnight trips where you are packing extras for comfort..…

An updated classic, Fjällräven has wholly revamped the Abisko Hike 35's fit and feature set. It's still a versatile, comfortable day pack for lighter hikes and cabin-to-cabin trekking, but it now has a few more user-friendly features Fjallr…

The Zulu range is packed full of innovative and practical features which are then combined with a very comfortable fit to make this pack great for a range of trips. This 40L version is ideal for fast and light overnight adventures. Gregory...

A vast 60 L rucksack with plenty of additional storage, for those who want a little more comfort on the trail. Big Agnes says:  You can pack lighter and faster with the Big Agnes Garnet 60L women’s pack. Packs for women, designed by women.…

The Osprey Atmos AG LT is a well-engineered load-carrying rucksack with enough features to keep it user-friendly but stripped back enough to keep the weight reasonable. Osprey says:  Less is more with the Atmos AG LT 50, delivering our...

The Osprey Atmos AG LT is a well-engineered load-carrying rucksack with enough features to keep it user-friendly but stripped back enough to keep the weight reasonable. Osprey says:  When the journey calls for a lightweight pack but you can't..…

A vast 62L rucksack with plenty of additional storage, for those who want a little more comfort on the trail.  Big Agnes says:  You can pack lighter and faster with the Big Agnes Parkview 63L pack, built in two sizes, men's medium and large…

The Zulu range is packed full of innovative and practical features which are then combined with a very comfortable fit to make this pack great for a range of trips. This 55L version is ideal for day trips and minimalist overnight camps. Gregory...

For an expedition size pack made with highly durable yet lightweight fabrics the Women's Ariel Pro does a good job. The capacity of the pack means that it has to be good for carrying heavier loads and it certainly ticks that box.    Osprey.…

A vast pack full of nice usable features, a tad on the heavy side for the ultra-light backpacker, but with a really good entry price point and really impressive load carrying capability, this is a very good backpack for those who like to take more ho…

A spacious and hard-wearing, three-person backpacking tent that's affordable and reliable. Kelty says:  No matter how far you're going, the Far Out backpacking tent lives up to its name. Travel light with lightweight aluminum poles and get ready…