No matter what activities you enjoy, a daypack is an essential piece of gear. However, some are tailor made for specific uses, so before you choose one, you’ll want to determine your primary use for a daypack and if you need a bag that can accommodate a variety of your activities.
Witha hiking specific pack, you’re looking for one that can carry
everything you need for a day hike (water, extra layers of clothing,
first aid kit, etc) while still maintain a level of comfort and support.
Typically hiking daypacks will range in capacity of around 20 to 30-liters
and come with with a few key features such as compartments for smaller
items (phone, maps, compass), a hydration compartment, additional carry
options for trekking-poles or ice axes, and possibly some small side
pockets for water bottles or sunscreen. You may also want to look for a
pack that is super comfortable to wear, so pay extra attention to
cushioning and ventilation.
How to Choose a Daypack
Here are the main factors to consider when selecting your pack.Hiking Daypack Capacity
Twenty to 30 liters is the ideal volumefor a daypack. Unless you have a specific use, like alpine summits or
ski touring, anything over 30-liters begins to enter into the realm of
multi-day backpacking and becomes excessively bulky for just day use.
Yet, anything much smaller than 20-liters becomes difficult to fit the
necessary essentials.
Hiking Daypacks: Weight vs. Features
Some daypacks approach the fast and light attitude and are simple, straight forward packs, while others come loaded with a full range of
bells and whistles. Extra features can make your life easier, especially
with organization within the pack however, it is a trade-off for added
weight. The trick is figuring out what your specific needs are for your
pack, and balancing the features you need versus how much weight you
want to carry. No matter how much or how little you put in your load,
just remember that you’ll always have to carry the base weight of your hiking daypacks.
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