I walked into a local charity shop last week and the first thing I spotted was an ‘as new’ (now discontinued) Vaude Jura 26. It’s 2-tone blue – not my favourite colour – but it was the perfect size and, at only £15.00, a bargain!
We’d both needed new rucksacks for a long time – our old ones completely wore out from years of heavy use. On our trips to the beach, walks up mountains and days out discovering new towns – we always pack a flask, travel mugs and sandwiches. As well as refreshments, there are binoculars, OS Maps and the usual keys, phones and money. The best place to put it all when you’re walking for miles is a couple of day backpacks.
I have a few different day backpacks short-listed, Justin just needs to decide on which one’s best for him!
- Patagonia Refugio 28L backpack, industrial green: £74.95, surfdome
Capacity: 28L
Depth: 20cm
Width: 30.5cm
Height: 48cm
Weight: 666g
Material: 50% Nylon (Recycled) 50% Nylon
Material, lining: 100% Polyester
Sustainability recycled content - Vaude Jura 26 hiking backpack: £85-£95.00
The Jura series (18, 24 and 32 liter volumes) comprises a trio for day hikes that offer everything functional hiking backpacks need. Sophisticated compartments with side pockets, attachment point for your trekking poles and a hydration system compatibility are standard for all three. There’s also a practical rain cover on board.
- Archeon 30 men’s single day hiking backpack, haybale green: £180.00, Osprey
Fully recycled and sustainable daypack with lid and raincover
Capacity: 30L
Depth: 24cm
Width: 30cm
Height: 66cm
Weight: 1.7kg
Material: 1880D recycled nylon canvas
- Patagonia Refugio 28L backpack, industrial green: £74.95, surfdome
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