RUCKSACKS buying guide

There's more to buying hillwalking packs then picking the right size and weight, so here's all the key considerations to make sure you spend your money wisely.

1 CHOOSE BY ACTIVITY Walking rucksack categories are often split into trekking, backpacking and mountaineering. Trekking daypacks vary in size from around 15-45 litres and are designed for everything from summer hikes to scrambling routes and winter mountain days. Backpacking and expedition bags have a large capacity, plus lots of features to help you carry and access everything you need for multi-day trips. Mountaineering packs tend to be more stripped back in terms of features to keep them light and simple. 2 MEASURE YOURSELF As well as different capacity sizes, some packs also come in different fit sizes or back lengths. We're all different, and although many packs come with adjustable back lengths, start by measuring yourself and make sure you try it on when you buy. 3 BACK SYSTEMS You've got a few options…

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Trail United Kingdom (Digital) - 1 Issue, May 2023

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