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.
The Helios 25's aggressive minimalism and distinctive colour scheme mark out a simple, super-lightweight climbing daypack.
MHW's OutDry waterproof technology works brilliantly with an added roll-top closure making this one of the few genuinely waterproof mountain daypacks out there.
Fjällräven's first ventilated back system pack is a tough-feeling all-rounder made from the brand's proofed polyester cotton G-1000 Eco fabric.
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.
Updated ventilated hiking day-pack mixes Ospreys excellent build quality, myriad features and a supportive trampoline-style back system.
Excellent ventilated back-type pack from the US pack brand Gregory mixes support, cooling air flow and all mod cons in an excellent all-rounder.
The Moyo's an ultra-lightweight backpack that's also deceptively tough thanks to the use of super strong, but light, top-end Dyneema fabric.
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.
If you’re serious about trail running, you need the Inov-8 All-Terrain Pro Vest in your life
The Lowe Alpine Ascent Superlight is ideal if you like tackling climbs quickly and comfortably.
Osprey have gone above-and-beyond to ensure that the Tempest 20 backpack sits comfortably on your body, wherever adventure takes you
Compact and form fitting - the Salewa Ultra Train 18 backpack.
Millican's Fraser the Rucksack is at home in the city as it is in the wild
The Hyperflow Microfilter from MSR is the most efficient microfilter ever created
The Crux 3L Reservoir is a prime example of the dependability of CamelBak
Osprey's all-round lightweight Talon daypack range has had a makeover for 2017 with sleeker lines and a revised back system.
The longstanding Lowe Alpine brand has been producing quality packs for half a century now and it's still going strong with an innovative new range...
Our look at the best trail-running shoes, clothing and equipment available will help you rocket up your local trails, hills and fells in maximum comfort.
A hydration pack with a twist, the lumbar reservoir sits weight low down for better balance and load transfer.
