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Osprey Hikelite 26 review: an unfussy, highly useable daypack for the trails and the streets
By Alex Foxfield published
We shoulder Osprey’s Hikelite 26 and head for the hills to put this quintessential daypack to the test

The best daypacks: for shorter hikes and casual walks
By Pat Kinsella last updated
Our selection of the best daypacks features lightweight backpacks for speedier hikes and walks in the backcountry

Red Original Waterproof Backpack 30L review: a daypack for all seasons and activities
By Pat Kinsella published
The large and versatile Red Original Waterproof Backpack 30L is a daypack made from recycled materials, ideal for wet walks, cycling, coasteering and more

Osprey Manta 24 review: a versatile hydration daypack for serious adventurers
By Alex Foxfield published
We get technical with Osprey’s Manta 24, a fully featured daypack that offers plenty of adventure potential

Osprey Kestrel 38 review: a versatile workhorse for hiking adventures
By Alex Foxfield published
We venture into the mountains with Osprey’s Kestrel 38, one of the latest versions of this much-loved and fully-featured hiking backpack

What is a daypack?
By Julia Clarke published
A daypack is a vital piece of hiking gear, and your old school bag won’t cut it

Struggling with annoying and flappy backpack straps? Here are 8 easy solutions
By Fiona Russell published
Our top tips to tame excess straps on your backpack (and avoid them fraying)

Deuter Guide 44+8 mountaineering pack review: a masterpiece of minimalism, superlight but superstrong
By Craig Taylor published
The Deuter Guide 44+8 is the even lighter, even more comfortable 2023 version of Deuter’s well-respected backpack for Alpine mountaineers and hill walkers
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