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Group Test Mountain packs around 40 litres

For year-round climbing, mountaineering, hillwalking and even overnight backpacking, packs around the 40 litre mark are a versatile do-it-all size. Here we put ten of the best mountain all-rounders through their paces.


Latest Reviews

These are reviews from the UKC editorial team

Osprey Mutant Nimsdai 90

An expedition pack primarily designed for mountaineering in big overseas environments, the Mutant Nimsdai 90 is also a good choice for multi-day mountain and backpacking adventures here in the UK, says John McKenna. 

Salewa Pedroc Pro 22 pack

Though it's designed for speed hiking, the advantages of this lightweight, form-hugging, and superbly well-vented day pack should be obvious whatever your pace, says Dan Bailey. If only it was a bit more durable...

Lowe Alpine Sirac 50 pack

A Mondeo of the rucksack world (but in a very good way), the Sirac is a comfortable, durable, no-nonsense backpacking pack that's ideal for weekend or longer trips, says Fliss Freeborn. 

Ortlieb Atrack Pack

It may be overkill as a simple crag pack, says Toby Archer, but this fully waterproof zipped rucksack from German luggage specialist...

Deuter Running Packs

With the Ascender series, Deuter have entered the already-busy running vest market. Has the move been seamless, or is there room for...

Deuter Climber - A Kid's Pack Built for Mountains

Based on Deuter's popular Guide, only much, much smaller, the Climber is a real rarity - a proper mountain...

Exped Lightning 45 Pack

This light trekking pack is aimed at the weight-conscious backpacker, and it's well suited to a night or two out on the hills, says...


Latest News

These are announcements direct from manufacturers

NEW FROM OSPREY - Mutant Nimsdai 90

The new Mutant Nimsdai 90 mountaineering pack from Osprey has been designed together with Nepalese elite mountaineer and Osprey Ambassador Nimsdai Purja MBE.

Harrier Kinder 10L Race Vest - £59

Meet the Kinder 10L. Inspired by fell runs on Kinder Scout in the Dark Peak, this running vest offers extra space for tougher runs requiring more kit and supplies.

Explore far, wide and high with the Berghaus Remote Hike packs

Berghaus has added to its range of hiking equipment with the launch of the Remote Hike 35 and 25 packs. Robust and loaded with practical features, the Remote Hikes are designed for long days exploring trails, hills and...

The North Face Advanced Mountain Kit range at Ellis Brigham

Introducing Advanced Mountain Kit. The most sophisticated alpine climbing system The...

Lowe Alpine's Rucksack Revolution: The All-New Rock Range

From the pack brand born of one of the world's greatest climbing families, Lowe Alpine is proud to...

Halcyon Pack

Whether you're scaling glaciers or projecting a summer rock route, the Halcyon 35:40 alpine mountaineering pack has everything you need for a day...

Deuter Pack DEALS at The Climbers Shop / Joe Browns

Save up to 20% on various models of Deuter packs. From climbing to hill walking, backpacking and cycling,...


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