I’ll level with you right now – the more you spend, the better a hiking backpack you will get. Quality hiking backpacks are not cheap and whilst there are some good value options on the market, it’s best to think of this purcha… See more

You want your backpack to be as lightweight as possible whilst still being incredibly tough and durable. I once had an ultralight backpacking pack but it broke pretty quickly as it just couldn’t stand the wear and t… See more

You want to choose a rough and tough pack that can take a beating and still come out smiling. These days, most backpacks are tough but you want to find something that is also water-resistant to keep your stuff from g… See more

I always recommend going for a backpack with an internal frame. The best backpacks for hiking have rods that support them built into the bag instead of outside of it, which makes it super practical and easy to carry. External fra… See more