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Deuter AC Lite Daypack

Victoria de Ga tests Deuter's new AC Lite, a range of smaller packs aimed at day walking. It's no lightweight, she says, but its supportive and comfortable back system is a winner.

19 Jan

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Montane Running Packs: Gecko VP5+, Gecko VP20+ and Gecko Ultra V+

Rob Greenwood puts three new running packs from Montane through their paces, while training for - and successfully completing - a Bob Graham Round.

18 28 May, 2021

Mountain Equipment Orcus 24+ Pack

This is a great little technical pack, says Dan Bailey, with a nice close fit for climbing, a robust feel, and a functional design that gives you all the mountain essentials and nothing fiddly or fussy.

14 Aug, 2020

Montane Trailblazer 3 Waist Pack

Striking a useful balance of size, features and capacity, the Trailblazer 3 is a handy little waist pack that seems well suited to shorter hill runs, or lower level trail running where you may not need to carry quite so much, says Dan Bailey. It could also be...

8 2 Jun, 2020

CamelBak Women's Ultra Pro Running Vest

Our review team's keenest runner, Bridget Collier, tests this lightweight vest/pack from CamelBak...

8 Nov, 2019

Group Test Day Packs Around 20 Litres

We check out 11 smaller rucksacks for lightweight days.

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Alpkit Tyrol Pack

We road test this retro-styled day pack made from waxed cotton...

2 22 Jan, 2019

Deuter Gogo XS Kids' Pack

Robust, comfy and a good size for little people, this is a worthwhile investment if you want a child's pack that'll last, says Dan Bailey

2 21 Sep, 2018

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Lowe Alpine Fuse 20 and Ignite 15

The Fuse and Ignite daypacks are lightweight, packable and full of energy. They are perfect fuel to get you moving in the mountains. Find a spark - climb, run, jump, swim - start a fire and let it burn brightly.

24 Sep, 2018

One pack. Infinite Possibilities. Welcome to the Aeon

A revolutionary new multi-activity day pack range. Designed for those with an infinite possibility mindset, the Aeon is the perfect mix of rugged construction, functional features and high-quality, premium materials. It is a...

9 9 Mar, 2018

Osprey: The Ventilated Pinnacle

New to Osprey for Spring 18, The Ventilated Pinnacle encompasses three unique pack series; lightweight Hikelite, superlight Exos & Eja and ultralight Levity. These packs are unified by our extremely comfortable and ventilated AirSpeed™ trampoline...

1 Mar, 2018