You don't need a huge expedition pack to walk from the car to the lake. But when you're camping, a school bag isn't enough either. You've got water, snacks, a rain layer, a headlamp and a first aid kit to carry, and nowhere good to put them. This 30L camping backpack is the bag for that part of the trip, and at about 530 g it barely adds any weight of its own.
The main compartment takes your layers, food and gear. The front pocket holds what you want fast, like the headlamp or the map. Mesh side pockets carry water bottles, and compression straps with a front elastic cord let you cinch the load down or strap a jacket to the outside when the sun comes out.
Here's what it looks like in camp. It rides along on the hike to the overlook, goes down to the water with your fishing gear, and comes back to camp to hang by the tent. The ventilated back panel and padded straps stay comfortable on the walk, and the water-repellent coating helps with a light shower or a splash on the shore.
Now the honest part. It's water-resistant, not fully waterproof, so keep your sleeping bag and electronics in a dry bag in heavy rain. It's a day-trip size, too, without the room for a tent and sleeping bag on a long backpacking trip. Pack it for days out from camp, not for carrying the whole camp.
Why you'll like it:
- A roomy 30L main compartment holds layers, food and small gear for a day out from camp.
- At about 530 g, it adds very little to what you're already carrying.
- Mesh side pockets keep water bottles within reach on the trail.
- Compression straps and a front elastic cord secure a jacket or extra gear on the outside.
- A ventilated back panel and adjustable padded straps stay comfortable on the walk.
- Water-resistant fabric helps protect your gear from light rain and splashes.
- Six colours, including Dark Green for the woods and Orange for being easy to spot.
Specifications:
- Product type: hiking backpack / daypack
- Capacity: 30 litres
- Weight: approx. 530 g (1.17 lb)
- Closure: zipper
- Storage: main compartment, front pocket, mesh side pockets
- Attachment: compression straps and front elastic cord
- Material: nylon or polyester with a water-repellent coating
- Water resistance: water-resistant, not fully waterproof
- Colours: Orange, Dark Green, Dark Blue, Blue, Red, Black
Leave the big pack at the tent. Take what you need and go.