Best pack recommendations on Reddit

195 reviews from r/EDC, r/Ultralight, r/WildernessBackpacking and 34 more subreddits

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Osprey

4.5

(15)

"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."

"The Osprey Daylite Plus absolutely slaps with a high and low strap, waterbottle pockets on either side."

"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."

The Sims

5.0

(9)

"My go-to pack recommendations are Generations, Pets, and Seasons."

"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

(9)

"Definitely go for mystery ranch."

"Mystery ranch make a fantastic pack!"

"Mystery ranch metcalf/Marshall is a great choice."

"I like a mystery ranch pack I have."

"I really like Mystery Ranch, and have about 1,000 miles on my Stein 64L. It’s really durable and adjustable for height."

"Ended up going with the Mystery Ranch Glacier pack, thanks for all the recommendations everyone."

"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."

"Mountain steals has the mystery ranch stein 62l for under 200 right now."

Gregory

4.2

(9)

"Is the best pack for little women in an xs."

"I love the fit on the Gregory Jade series, they're made to fit women."

"I like the spring back in my Gregory."

"I've done a 5 day hut-to-hut-to-hut glacier trip with my 45L Gregory Targhee."

"Gregory Jade is a great pack."

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

"I like my Gregory Zulu 35 for heavier with a frame, and my ULA circuit for lighter, simpler pack."

"I would recommend checking out the [Maven 55] by Gregory. It's not exactly ultralight, but it's light-ish."

"I would look at 'one-size fits all' adjustable pack options like the Gregory Amber/Scout."

REI

4.6

(5)

"He used the REI tarn 18, and carried 6lbs total weight."

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

"Go to REI and try out some of their travel bags to get a feel for overall size and storage capacity."

"I got her the rei tarn. Sizes up with her and she’s really comfy."

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

Deuter

4.0

(5)

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

"The Deuter Speedlite series might be one to check out. Really light and a lot of function."

"I use a dueter guide 35+. It seems to fit quite well and is comfy wearing all day with a good load in it."

"I have had good look with Deuter bags."

"Not really ultralight but dueter has a women's line."

Eberlestock

4.5

(4)

"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."

"I liked my eberlestock just one. Solid pack for the money."

"Eberlestock F1 main frame is modular can swap out different packs."

ULA

5.0

(3)

"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."

"ULA packs might have better options."

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."

#10

Stone Glacier

5.0

(3)

"After considerable research I got a Stone Glacier 'Sky Guide 7900' with X-Curve frame."

"I have a Stone Glacier 6900 and love it."

"Kifaru and Stone Glacier are two hunting pack makers that are made for carrying heavy loads."

#11

Patagonia

4.7

(3)

"I love my patagonia 1l blackhole"

"Recently got this for my little guy!"

"You might like the Patagonia Refugio 26L or 28L."

#12

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."

#13

Pokemon

4.3

(3)

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

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

"I’ve found darkness ablaze to be a good set to open."

#14

Fender

5.0

(2)

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

#15

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."

#16

Evergoods

5.0

(2)

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

"Cannot recommend their bags enough for EDC."

#17

Lowe Alpine

5.0

(2)

"Try Lowe Alpine. I have a 35/45 and it's brilliant."

"I use the lowe alpine [alpine attack] 45:55L. It's done me in the Alps twice and every Scottish winter I've been out."

#18

KS Ultralight

5.0

(2)

"All the other packs suck. Mine did the PCT, CDT, FT, LT, CT & JMT."

"Some of the lightest packs out there, they are smaller horizontally than others."

#19

Seek Outside

4.5

(2)

"Seek outside packs are also nice."

"I ended up with a seek outside flight 2. They’re a hunting company originally who made a hiking pack so it’s really comfortable while still being light ish."

#20

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."

#21

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."

#22

Camelback

4.0

(2)

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

"A camelback might be a good idea."

#23

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."

#24

Mountain Hardwear

4.0

(2)

"My favorites have been mountain hardware, Cotopaxi, and hill people gear"

"Mountain hardwear amg might fit the bill."

#25

Granite Gear

4.0

(2)

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

"If you're looking for a frameless pack at an exceptional price."

#26

North Face

4.0

(2)

"My son has a north face backpack that he uses for school."

"The new recon looks pretty nice."

#27

Istebrak

5.0

(1)

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

#28

Jansport

5.0

(1)

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

#29

Carradice

5.0

(1)

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

#30

Arctic

5.0

(1)

"I love the Arctic pack personally."

#31

Tropos

5.0

(1)

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

#32

Helikon-Tex

5.0

(1)

"Helikon-tex possum"

#33

Savotta

5.0

(1)

"Savotta kukkaro is the most robust out there"

#34

Alpaka

5.0

(1)

"I am really happy with this one"

#35

Elberstock

5.0

(1)

"Elberstock bando"

#36

DaKine

5.0

(1)

"I love DaKine backpacks and fanny packs.."

#37

Maxpedition

5.0

(1)

"I highly recommend “Maxpedition” products."

#38

SOCP Fanny Pack

5.0

(1)

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

#39

Helikon Tex Bandicoot

5.0

(1)

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

#40

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!!"

#41

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."

#42

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."

#43

Nittany Mountain Works Fanny Packs

5.0

(1)

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

#44

Aer Day Sling

5.0

(1)

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

#45

Victorinox Swiss Army

5.0

(1)

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

#46

Thule Aion Sling Bag

5.0

(1)

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

#47

Fjallraven High Coast Hip Pack

5.0

(1)

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

#48

Evergoods Mountain Hip Pack

5.0

(1)

"Evergoods Mountain Hip Pack."

#49

Maxpedition Octo

5.0

(1)

"Maxpadition Octo is a good one."

#50

Decathlon Forclaz Travel Bum Bag

5.0

(1)

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

#51

Inov-8 Adventure Lite 15

5.0

(1)

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

#52

Lexy's

5.0

(1)

"By far and away my favourite:) fair heads up though - it's manual installation."

#53

CurseForge

5.0

(1)

"TFC essential is made for your specific needs - it is the reason it exists"

#54

Yama Mountain Gear

5.0

(1)

"Yama mountain gear Sassafras. Ultimate modular pack for thru-hikes to day hikes."

#55

Kuiu

5.0

(1)

"My Kuiu Pro 7800 cinches down to the same size as an Osprey 40L when you suck it right in."

#56

Kifaru

5.0

(1)

"Kifaru and Stone Glacier are two hunting pack makers that are made for carrying heavy loads."

#57

Cold Cold World

5.0

(1)

"I have a Cold Cold World Chaos pack and it’s perfect for multi day alpine stuff."

#58

Hyperlite

5.0

(1)

"I found the Hyperlite 2400 Windrider size S fits like a glove!"

#59

Creator Pack

5.0

(1)

"Creator pack is one of my personal favorites it has the classic aesthetics but with a fresh and polished take."

#60

Mountain Smith

5.0

(1)

"Great durability, light. Same pack for a few years now and still functions perfectly."

#61

Gregory Nano Plus

5.0

(1)

"Gregory nano plus sizes. Either 18 or 22 liter but both come with a 3L bladder."

#62

Gregory Plus

5.0

(1)

"Thank you all for the advice, I just ordered a Gregory plus."

#63

Osprey Renn 65

5.0

(1)

"Osprey Renn 65. Have it fitted in the store."

#64

ULA Circuit

5.0

(1)

"First thought is ULA Circuit. Comfortable, carries weight well."

#65

Osprey Exos 58

5.0

(1)

"I did the second half of my AT thru hike with an Osprey Exos 58."

#66

Tom Bihn Techonaut 30

5.0

(1)

"Hey for $350+ a bit more, you can go for the Tom Bihn Techonaut30."

#67

Peak Design Travel Bag

5.0

(1)

"Check out the peak travel design bag, I love it."

#68

AER TP3

5.0

(1)

"AER TP3 is now my go-to."

#69

Osprey Stratus 24L

5.0

(1)

"It’s the Osprey Stratus 24L and my wife has the woman’s version Sirrus 24L."

#70

Osprey Sirrus 24

5.0

(1)

"I recently bought an Osprey Sirrus. It has an adjustable back, which is perfect for my short torso."

#71

Voltaic

5.0

(1)

"I have the voltaic I linked and it works great"

#72

Nitecore

5.0

(1)

"The nite core power banks are great, light, and have pass through charging."

#73

Mountain Hardware AMG 55L

5.0

(1)

"Check out the Mountain Hardware AMG 55L in a size M/L."

#74

Black Diamond Distance 15

5.0

(1)

"I run commute with a Black Diamond Distance 15. I usually have it filled up with food/work clothes."

#75

Mystery Ranch Terraframe

5.0

(1)

"Mystery Ranch Terraframe. Osprey Xenith."

#76

Seek Outside Unaweep

5.0

(1)

"I have a Seek Outside Unaweep, partner runs a HMG 4400, both work well."

#77

HMG 4400

5.0

(1)

"Myself and the guys I do trips with have been using HMG 4400 packs for years."

#78

Nomatic

5.0

(1)

"I can and will recommend the Nomatic travel pack (40L)."

#79

Cotopaxi

5.0

(1)

"I love my Cotopaxi Luzon 18L. Packs down super small, has a bladder pouch, and a couple organizational pockets."

#80

Fjallraven

5.0

(1)

"Fjallraven kanken was originally made for kids, I love mine."

#81

Atom Packs

5.0

(1)

"I’ll recommend Atom Packs…they have several sizes/feature options and lots of fun customization."

#82

Natural Texture Pack

5.0

(1)

"It’s awesome - makes the game look a bit more mature / realistic."

#83

Hill People Gear

4.0

(1)

"Hill people gear make good stuff"

#84

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."

#85

Ortovox

4.0

(1)

"Works pretty good for me."

#86

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]"

#87

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"

#88

Day Owl

4.0

(1)

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

#89

Exos

4.0

(1)

"I loved how much lighter the exos was."

#90

Arc'teryx

4.0

(1)

"Arcteryx make some, maka 2 I think?"

#91

McHale and Co.

4.0

(1)

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

#92

Black Diamond

4.0

(1)

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

#93

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."

#94

Dadsfanny

4.0

(1)

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

#95

Fender Squier Sonic Stratocaster Pack

4.0

(1)

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

#96

Gregory Kid's Pack

4.0

(1)

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

#97

SMD SWIFT X

4.0

(1)

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

#98

GG Kumo

4.0

(1)

"I love my GG Kumo."

#99

Granite Gear Crown 60

4.0

(1)

"The HMG440 is not enough."

#100

Aarn

4.0

(1)

"Consider one if Aarn's balance pack systems."

#101

Mammut

4.0

(1)

"Also check out Mammut trion 50, expands to fit quite a bit but compressed well enough for skiing during the days."

#102

Bay Dog

4.0

(1)

"The bags are removable. That was a must because my dog is reactive to deer and I need to have him secure at camp."

#103

Coleman

4.0

(1)

"Used Molle 2 ruck sacks can be had under $120. I know Coleman’s has them for under $100 shipped rn."

#104

Superior Wilderness Designs

4.0

(1)

"I used a superior wilderness designs long haul 50."

#105

Durston

4.0

(1)

"Durston Kakwa. It's 40L with a framestay and is made out of Ultra."

#106

Mountainsmith

4.0

(1)

"Mountainsmith pack is really adjustable and fits great, big pouches, and comfortable, doesn’t slide around."

#107

EJA

4.0

(1)

"EJA is a good choice. They removed the hip pockets to allow for a tighter hipbelt."

#108

Minaal

4.0

(1)

"I like the minaal. It's great, sturdy, and roomy!"

#109

CabinMax Military Model

4.0

(1)

"CabinMax (forget the model Military I think). Anyway, it is cheap, fits under seats and worked great for my 12 year old son."

#110

Osprey Farpoint 40 S/M

4.0

(1)

"Osprey Farpoint 40 S/M."

#111

Eagle Creek

4.0

(1)

"Is a good minimalistic option."

#112

Golite

4.0

(1)

"For backpacking, our dogs have Ruffwear packs and we have Golite packs."

#113

Exo

4.0

(1)

"Look at exo for packs as well."

#114

Topo

4.0

(1)

"It’s a good size for a smaller frame and well balanced."

#115

RM

4.0

(1)

"I recommend [RM digi brush pro EE]. There's an exclusive brush pack here, named RM Airbrush pro that's really smooth, suitable for human skin."

#116

Enigmatica

4.0

(1)

"Enigmatica 2. Either the normal or expert pack. It does contain magic too if you don't mind that."

#117

Modase

4.0

(1)

"Try the Modase pack recommended by DeputySean."

#118

HMG

3.0

(1)

"The HMG440 is not enough."

#119

REI Flash 55

3.0

(1)

"My pack is the rei flash 55 but it’s a little over 2lbs."

#120

Osprey Porter 30

3.0

(1)

"Osprey Porter 30 (from REI with laptop compartment against back). Not my favorite, but my wife uses it all the time now."

#121

Nike

2.0

(1)

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

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