Pack Reviews
Best Hiking Packs & Daypacks 2026
The pack you choose determines how your whole body feels after 10 miles. We’ve tested daypacks, weekend packs, and thru-hiking systems back to back.
Best Hiking Packs 2026
From lightweight daypacks to multi-day systems — ranked by comfort, fit, and durability.
Osprey Talon 22
Best daypack for most hikers. Exceptional fit system, hydration sleeve, hipbelt pockets, and Osprey’s lifetime guarantee. Carries like it’s part of your body.
Osprey Daylite Plus 20
Incredibly capable pack under $75. Pairs with larger Osprey packs as a daypack extension. Surprisingly organized for the price.
Osprey Atmos AG 50
Best mid-size backpacking pack. The Anti-Gravity suspension system is genuinely the most comfortable we’ve used for 2-4 day trips.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest
The best ultralight pack for serious backpackers. Dyneema construction is bombproof at 23 oz. No frame, pure efficiency.
CamelBak M.U.L.E. 12
Best trail running / fast-hiking hydration pack. 3L reservoir, tool organizer, and enough storage for a solid day run.
Gregory Baltoro 65
The most supportive large-volume pack for long trails. ResponseAI hipbelt adapts to your stride. Carries heavy loads better than anything else.