The Stratos 24 is a 24-liter pack designed for dayhikes. It has a sleek, compact build, so it won’t feel bulky on your back and throw you off balance, and the hefty padded waist belt takes weight off ...

Unlike my stance on expedition bags, I never used to give much thought to daypacks. I’d prep for any outing that didn’t require the capacity of my 65-liter trekking pack by dumping my things into ...

Like the Energise, this pack’s air-cooled suspension prevents sweaty-back syndrome. Stretch-woven side pockets didn’t rip when caught on branches, and zipper finger loops made gloved entries a cinch.