Best pack recommendations on Reddit

129 reviews from r/EDC, r/Ultralight, r/hiking and 37 more subreddits

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Osprey

4.5

(13)

"I highly recommend this pack, Osprey ace 50."

"Rei, osprey, and deuter have kids packs."

"Osprey ace 50. It's adjustable from kid size to small teen."

"As others have said, go get fitted and weigh your options from there."

"For my daypack i use the Osprey talon 22L in small (extra small? I can’t remember whatever the smallest size is)."

"Osprey has great backpacks."

"The suspension on my Osprey Atmos AG does a fair job."

"With a 48" chest I've done fine with osprey."

"Just picked up a talon 22 for my work commute."

"Osprey."

The Sims

5.0

(8)

"University life is my favorite pack after late night"

"Ambitions, Seasons, College life, and Generations are some of my favorites"

"If you mostly find yourself playing families: **Generations**"

"If you find yourself mainly playing single Sims and being career-oriented: **Ambitions**"

"Katy perry sweet treats is a must-have 😍🤪"

Mystery Ranch

4.8

(5)

"Definitely go for mystery ranch."

"Mystery ranch make a fantastic pack!"

"I like a mystery ranch pack I have."

"Mystery Ranch is the only pack I would consider at 50 pounds or more."

"My wife and i have 2-3 mystery ranch ones and the elberstock bando."

Anker

5.0

(3)

"Anker is a recommended brand."

"Anker 20100 with Birdcord USB to 12V Converter Cable and 2.5mm adapter."

"I use an Anker powercore 20100 with a MyVolts cable. Works fine and lasts more than long enough."

Minecraft

5.0

(3)

"Mc eternal is a great one, same with Enigmatica 2, and Sevtec ages if you like progression based rather than kitchen sink."

Gossamer Gear

4.3

(3)

"The small mariposa was better shaped to my body than the medium."

"I love my gossamer gear Mariposa. Very comfortable, has all the features I want."

"Gossamer Gear will accept returns of unused packs."

ULA

5.0

(2)

"I really love my ULA Circuit - it's designed for ultralight backpacking."

"1. Durston Kakwa 55. Waterproof material, but the seams need to be sealed."

Arcteryx

5.0

(2)

"I was going to recommend that exact backpack :( I'm 162-ish cm, and I love it!"

"I love my Arcteryx Aerios 15. I use it mostly for running but can definitely double as a daypack."

Fender

5.0

(2)

"Here is a pack from Fender's website. Comes with the basics."

#10

Borla

5.0

(2)

"I have borla attack on my R/T, definitely aggressive."

"Just get a borla atak. I love it on my hellcat."

#11

Eberlestock

5.0

(2)

"Eberlestock Bando. I have the smaller one and its awesome. The organization is top tier."

"Eberlestock makes good stuff even if you don’t CCW."

#12

Pokemon

4.5

(2)

"Vivid voltage will be reprinted a ton and is a great set!"

"Vivid Voltage is pretty fun, check it out."

#13

REI

4.5

(2)

"I suggest trying as many packs in store as you can."

"I like the REI packs for cost effective but I also love my Arc Teryx Brize 32."

#14

ZPacks

4.0

(2)

"I have the Zpacks Arc Scout, which I think has been replaced with the Haul? It’s several years old and still going strong!"

"You might like the ZPacks Arc Scout with its short torso length."

#15

TFL

4.0

(2)

"TFL Rider Bag is, of course, very good. And has a dedicated charger pocket and tiny air pump pocket."

"TFL Rider Bag is, of course, very good."

#16

Camelback

4.0

(2)

"I would get a big Camelback for whatever fits your kid."

"A camelback might be a good idea."

#17

lite AF

4.0

(2)

"I think lite AF makes full suspension packs that are customized and more on the ul side."

"I think lite AF makes full suspension packs."

#18

Gregory

4.0

(2)

"I like the spring back in my Gregory."

"I’ve bought and returned Osprey packs. If you can try some on, that’s helpful."

#19

MVGA

5.0

(1)

"MVGA, Make Visuals Great Again is an awesome free one"

#20

Zeera

5.0

(1)

"This 10000mah one but not on AMZ. Compared to other brands, it is a better deal and the quality is quite good as well."

#21

Nolvus Ascension

5.0

(1)

"I'm using nolvus ascension and it has lotd. It's a very polished list."

#22

All the Mods

5.0

(1)

"All the Mods (ATM). That's a nice modpack for everyone."

#23

FTB University

5.0

(1)

"I'm gonna suggest FTB University."

#24

Stone Block

5.0

(1)

"Stone block it’s super fun and has a pretty self explanatory quest book"

#25

Permafrost

5.0

(1)

"Permafrost, RLCraft, Rebirth of the Night"

#26

Lost Legacy

5.0

(1)

"I have heard a lot of good things about Lost Legacy, I’d look into that one"

#27

Srempeom

5.0

(1)

"I prefer a hydration tube with smart water bottles."

#28

OreHints

5.0

(1)

"Some other good ones to use are OreHints, Water Flasks, and ArborFirmaCraft"

#29

Evergoods

5.0

(1)

"The eg bag is awesome. Even has a water blatter pass thru!"

#30

Sample Magic

5.0

(1)

"Check out the Serum presets in these:"

#31

Firma

5.0

(1)

"Then add Firma:Civilization and FirmaLife to your game (necessities frankly)"

#32

SOCP Fanny Pack

5.0

(1)

"Love my SOCP fanny pack. Doubles as a sling bag pretty comfortably as well."

#33

Deuter

5.0

(1)

"I have a Deuter Futura slim fit that I love."

#34

Thule Aion Sling Bag

5.0

(1)

"I've been rocking this for the past couple months and have been loving it."

#35

Arctic

5.0

(1)

"I love the Arctic pack personally."

#36

Tropos

5.0

(1)

"I have a Tropos and it fits a 16 in MacBook perfectly. It’s a great pack for EDC."

#37

Ben Spier

5.0

(1)

"Check out Ben Spiers Galaxy mix - 300ish songs, fully charted of modern pop music."

#38

Carradice

5.0

(1)

"They've been making bags that attach to brooks saddles for decades."

#39

Jubo

5.0

(1)

"DDR A20, all Jubo's song packs, Ben's Spier pack, Huzure simfiles."

#40

Jansport

5.0

(1)

"I have a jansport fanny that I’ve had for like 5 years with no complaints lol"

#41

DaKine

5.0

(1)

"I love DaKine backpacks and fanny packs.."

#42

Elberstock

5.0

(1)

"Elberstock bando"

#43

Istebrak

5.0

(1)

"Her prices are sweet, so hurry on over and pick yourself up a package or two!!"

#44

48ltr

5.0

(1)

"Get the 48ltr Swole pack with the S straps, will help with your bitch tits."

#45

Maxpedition

5.0

(1)

"I highly recommend “Maxpedition” products."

#46

Patagonia

5.0

(1)

"I love my patagonia 1l blackhole"

#47

Alpaka

5.0

(1)

"I am really happy with this one"

#48

Helikon Tex Bandicoot

5.0

(1)

"Helikon Tex Possum or Bandicoot (bigger). I'm also very pleased with my Arc'teryx Mantis."

#49

The North Face Lumbar

5.0

(1)

"The North Face Lumbar , pick any that fits your needs from its line up! BEST BANG for BUCK hands down for Basic EDC!!"

#50

Blue Ridge Overland Gear

5.0

(1)

"Check out Blue Ridge Overland Gear. They have a lot of good stuff, including 2 sizes of sling bag/waist bags."

#51

tomtoc 5.5L Xpac Sling

5.0

(1)

"My usual is the 5.5L Xpac Sling, tons of space and fits nicely on my back."

#52

Nittany Mountain Works Fanny Packs

5.0

(1)

"Nittany mountain works make great fanny packs. Very durable. USA made."

#53

Aer Day Sling

5.0

(1)

"My personal favorites are the Aer Day Sling or the Data Crew Snack Time Sling."

#54

Victorinox Swiss Army

5.0

(1)

"Victorinox Swiss Army is my daily. Wear it as a sling and holds alot surprisingly."

#55

Fjallraven High Coast Hip Pack

5.0

(1)

"I run a Fjallraven High Coast Hip Pack. Great for airports as well."

#56

Evergoods Mountain Hip Pack

5.0

(1)

"Evergoods Mountain Hip Pack."

#57

Maxpedition Octo

5.0

(1)

"Maxpadition Octo is a good one."

#58

Decathlon Forclaz Travel Bum Bag

5.0

(1)

"I love it, and store so much in it."

#59

Inov-8 Adventure Lite 15

5.0

(1)

"Inov-8's Adventure Lite 15 can hold a pair of shoes and a bladder."

#60

Savotta

5.0

(1)

"Savotta kukkaro is the most robust out there"

#61

Helikon-Tex

5.0

(1)

"Helikon-tex possum"

#62

theRiser

4.0

(1)

"If at some point you wanna invest in a plugin, theRiser is great for this kind of thing."

#63

Pulk Sleds

4.0

(1)

"Check out pulk sleds? They’re not for everyone logistically, but can be a great way to move stuff."

#64

GG

4.0

(1)

"I’m pretty bony and find the GG kumo extremely comfy."

#65

DDR

4.0

(1)

"If you’re looking for more DDR style content I recommend DDR XX."

#66

ESR

4.0

(1)

"ESR has some good ones imo."

#67

Ortovox

4.0

(1)

"Works pretty good for me."

#68

Sanutil Design

4.0

(1)

"If you want a bespoke bag that's made in the US (Colorado specifically) then check this one out: [https://sanutildesign.com/products/off-piste-ski-pack-in-stock?variant=41958292095028]"

#69

Pacsafe

4.0

(1)

"Something by Pacsafe….I have an older version, so can’t remember whats its called, however it has wire cables and mesh throughout, so you can padlock it to a railing when you go swimming, to the underneath of a car seat etc"

#70

Day Owl

4.0

(1)

"It checks those boxes except that the water bottle pouch is a pouch on the side."

#71

Exos

4.0

(1)

"I loved how much lighter the exos was."

#72

Steven Slate Drums

4.0

(1)

"I enjoy both but you're right about the cost of Superior Drummer. I would look into EZ Drummer (cheaper alternative) or SSD."

#73

Revelation

4.0

(1)

"My personal go-to kitchen sink pack is Revelation."

#74

Hill People Gear

4.0

(1)

"Hill people gear make good stuff"

#75

Arc'teryx

4.0

(1)

"Arcteryx make some, maka 2 I think?"

#76

McHale and Co.

4.0

(1)

"Look for a used McHale and Co. backpack."

#77

Black Diamond

4.0

(1)

"I've used the BD 75L one."

#78

Granite Gear

4.0

(1)

"Granite gear makes some good stuff for smaller people."

#79

Starter Pack of Stamina

4.0

(1)

"I've really enjoyed The Starter Pack of Stamina and a lot of it seems in the range you want."

#80

Patagonia Waist Pack

4.0

(1)

"I have a Patagonia waist (fanny) pack as well as a Patagonia sling. Both very useful for light carry, though I prefer the sling."

#81

Dadsfanny

4.0

(1)

"Dadsfanny has space for water bottle at the bottom which I appreciate."

#82

Fender Squier Sonic Stratocaster Pack

4.0

(1)

"Here is a pack from Fender's website. Comes with the basics."

#83

Gregory Kid's Pack

4.0

(1)

"My overnight pack is a kid's pack from Gregory with an adjustable torso."

#84

SMD SWIFT X

4.0

(1)

"SMD SWIFT X with vest straps, is light and comfortable."

#85

GG Kumo

4.0

(1)

"I love my GG Kumo."

#86

HMG

3.0

(1)

"The HMG440 is not enough."

#87

Nike

2.0

(1)

"Look into brands that are more focused on trails!!"

#88

UD

2.0

(1)

"My first frameless pack, UD Fastpack 25, gave me bruised collarbones."

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