Features

Capacity 25 litres. Weight 700g.  600D polyester ripstop. Flaps for walking poles. Chest strap. Waist strap. Solid back support. Mesh pockets. Compression straps. 3 outside pockets. Rain cover.

Comments

Good points: Lightweight considering it has solid back support. Its sophisticated air flow system and frame kept back cool even after a strenuous walk on a warm day. Shoulder straps were comfy and adjustable chest and waist straps helped spread the weight of the load evenly keeping the bag well-balanced. Rain cover in base pocket is easy to pull out and fit.

Stockist: 0161 749 1313 www.regatta.com

GHI Test Report - Jan 09

Features

Capacity 29 litres. Weight 856g.Polyester. Expandable sides. Flaps for walking poles. Lacing. Chest strap. Waist strap. Solid back support. Mesh pockets. Ventilation channels. Drainage holes. Compression straps. 5 outside pockets. Rain cover.

Comments

Good points: This roomy high tech bag is ideal for the serious walker. Its padded waist straps are well positioned. Good back ventilation and support. Good range of expandable pockets at sides and in the hood. Rain cover in the base pocket is easy to pull out and fit.

Stockist: 01665 510660 www.vaude.co.uk

GHI Test Report - Jan 09

Features

Capacity 22 litres. Weight  1143g. Expandible sides. Chest strap. Waist strap. Solid back support. Mesh pockets. Ventilation channel. Drainage holes. Compression straps. 2 large outside pockets. Rain cover.

Comments

Good points: Good ventilation at the back. Sturdy and well-made with comfortable waist strap. Bag stays securely on shoulders. Good selection of internal pockets. Easy to fit rain cover.

 Drawbacks:This daypack has a large frame which impacts on the available space. Slightly unbalanced as you feel you are tipping back slightly.

Stockist: 0844 557 7755 www.cotswoldoutdoor.com

GHI Test Report - Jan 09

Features

Capacity 18 litres. Weight 455g. Expandible sides. Detachable waist strap. Padded back. Ventilation channels. 2 outside pockets. MP3 pouch.

Comments

GH GOOD DEAL 

Good points: This simple and uncluttered 18 litre daysack is sturdy and well made. It is compact to store and very light weight. It’s very comfortable to use for short trips. It has several small pockets including an organizer section and pouch for an MP3 player

Stockist: 0191 516 5700 www.berghaus.com

GHI Test Report - Jan 09

Features

Capacity 20 litres. Weight 519g. Expandible sides. Lacing. Chest strap. Waist strap. Padded back. Mesh pockets. Ventilation channels. Compression straps. 2 outside pockets.

Comments

Good points: Good selection of internal pockets. 

 Drawbacks: Despite its padded back, this bag felt lumpy against the spine and uncomfortable. Slight leakage around the top when sprayed with water. 

Stockist: 01254 8930000 www.karrimor.com

GHI Test Report - Jan 09