We've tested 16 of the very best 2017 hill and mountain walking daypacks to help you choose the best load-hauler for one-day outings in the...
The smaller of Osprey's Mutant mountain packs is a cracking mix of comfortable, stable carry and clever refinements that make it one of the best...
Black Diamond's Speed 30 is a reasonably light, strippable traditional alpine pack complete with floating lid and solid build quality.
Patagonia's sleek lightweight, minimalist Ascensionist 30 alpine pack works well, but calls for careful loading to stay comfortable.
Lowe Alpine's new light-ish weight technical Alpine Ascent 32 mountain pack is a well thought-out balance of sturdiness and sensible weight saving.
Salomon's experimental lightweight alpine pack has some really interesting features, but works best if you keep things fast and light.
Mammut's slick ventilated hiker combines light weight with a comfortable, taut carry and all the features you need in an all-round mountain walking daypack.
Lowe Alpine's ventilated hiking pack mixes one of the best vented back systems out there with solid build and lots and lots of pockets.
Montane's new lightweight hill and mountain pack treads the thin line between weight saving and usability with assured flair.
Exped's throwback lightweight 35-litre mountain pack mixes simple, tough construction and essential features with no fripperies allowed.
Don't be taken in by the lush, retro looks and traditional styling, Millican's Fraser the Rucksack also makes a competent hill companion if you choose.
Is the Columbia OutDry Extreme Eco the most environmentally-friendly waterproof jacket ever?
With its Kevlar knee reinforcements, the Berghaus Fast Climb trousers are as durable as they sound
Walking enthusiasts will love the Komperdell Explorer Contour Power Lock Walking Poles.
The Lowe Alpine Ascent Superlight is ideal if you like tackling climbs quickly and comfortably.
The Montane Alpine Equaliser jacket is the smart choice for anybody who loves scrambling and climbing
Salomon X Alp Mid LTR GTX isn't just one of the best looking walking boots on the market, it's also one of the smartest
The North Face Flight Series Fuse jacket is built for runners who like pacing up mountains in all weather - rain or shine
The Klettersack 30 backpack from Lowe Alpine looks just as good on the mountain as it does in the hip coffee shops in town
Lightweight and flexible, Salomon's LA Cote is a packable essential.
Zamberlan's Fell Lite is strong, comfortable and stylish
Built for mountain running in extreme weather conditions, the OMM Ava Jacket is packed full of smart technology
The HyperLamina 35 is a sleeping bag for serious alpine adventurers
The Lowe Alpine Mountain Ascent bag is a top pick for mountaineering and ski-touring
