Day pack decision

[mickbr]

Chasing a new daypack folks, something that can accompany me both on hikes and ride the train. Thanks for any suggestions. Doesn't need to be too tough but ultralight material probably not preferred as it will get pushed through jungle some trips. black, forest or OD colour required

I have a berghaus centurio 45 largely unused unused which I wanted to combine into my daypack/hauler combo but it is too short backed and cramped for the latter task. I recently bought a lowe alpine sting for that task. I think the centurio 45l is going to be just a bit big and overkill for day use. So I really bombed out with that plan and looking to sell it.

I had a berghaus centurio 30, several years ago which worked well as daypack but they are fairly expensive to import new to my country. Not sure which way to jump on size either. Can I get by with a 20-25l, hmmmm...

 

[Ozmundo]

Do they sell Highlander branded kit in your neck of the woods?

I have an OD Forces 25L as the "office" bag. Cheap as bags go, two bottle/canteen sized pocket, lid pocket, small front pocket, fairly decent back for the size.

 

[Aristotle]

Last year I bought a 1990s Lowe Alpine Walkabout, having owned one and used it for various tough activities in the 1990s (I don't know where it went to).

It is a really good bag. Much better constructed than most new rucksacks.

 

[lostplanet]

@mickbr Budget for your daypack?

 

[lostplanet]

These really are super tough little bags, vary in price and you can get a really nice one. Avoid the surplus shops on ebay that have multiples for sale. Buy the one pictured and check zips are good.

as an example:

British Army Patrol Pack 30 Litre NI DPM IRR Bergen Backpack Day Sack | eBay

In good condition.

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[C_Claycomb]

Have a look at Hill People Gear. They are expensive, most likely more than you want to spend, but you might as well have a look at some pack porn while you are shopping around. The old Connor pack was a good small day pack with docking to a larger pack cabability.

 

[mickbr]

Thanks fellas I will take a look. No Camo for this one. Budget is about 80euros or equivalent

 

[C_Claycomb]

Okay....maybe don't look at HPG then

 

[mickbr]

yeah I try not to get too financially carried away with packs only needing to carry a few kg of gear.

 

[Watch-keeper]

Savotta is always a good bet for robust packs and they have a large range of sizes,colours and styles. Mine gets trashed around the place and is still alive.

 

[Nice65]

Savotta is always a good bet for robust packs and they have a large range of sizes,colours and styles. Mine gets trashed around the place and is still alive.

Agreed. I very nearly bought one on the back of this thread, I was a hairs breadth from pulling my very light trigger

Have to say, I’d still love a Savotta. The Direct Action Dragons Egg I use is awesome for organising, but because it’s split into 3 main pockets (back one being flat for a laptop or paperwork), it isn’t great for stuffing a load of bigger gear into. But internally, if you need organisation for a few things, it’s truly superb.

Thread 'In search of a new back pack.'

Jan 1, 2025

Hi all.
I’m searching for a new back pack, I’ve had loads over the years but never had one that I really thought was ‘the one’.
I’ve been looking at the Savotta kahakka, either the 15L or maybe the 25L.
I would love to read what you guys think of them for day hikes , one nighters or just a pack to carry general bushcraft kit in.
I don’t do weeks away, so it need not be a massive bag. Something modular when needed to be ?The Savotta kits looks bomb proof, and I’ve watched several YouTube vids.
Thanks in advance for your input.

• Varmartin
• Replies: 14
• Forum: Bushcraft Chatter

 

[Watch-keeper]

Agreed. I very nearly bought one on the back of this thread, I was a hairs breadth from pulling my very light trigger

Have to say, I’d still love a Savotta. The Direct Action Dragons Egg I use is awesome for organising, but because it’s split into 3 main pockets (back one being flat for a laptop or paperwork), it isn’t great for stuffing a load of bigger gear into. But internally, if you need organisation for a few things, it’s truly superb.

Thread 'In search of a new back pack.'

Jan 1, 2025

Hi all.
I’m searching for a new back pack, I’ve had loads over the years but never had one that I really thought was ‘the one’.
I’ve been looking at the Savotta kahakka, either the 15L or maybe the 25L.
I would love to read what you guys think of them for day hikes , one nighters or just a pack to carry general bushcraft kit in.
I don’t do weeks away, so it need not be a massive bag. Something modular when needed to be ?The Savotta kits looks bomb proof, and I’ve watched several YouTube vids.
Thanks in advance for your input.

• Varmartin
• Replies: 14
• Forum: Bushcraft Chatter

Thing is there are so many good quality packs out there and its really up to the user as to what they think is best fit for them . The Savotta I have is a single compartment top loader, I love the robustness and simplicity but I wouldn't turn down a couple of compartments for organizing stuff.

 

[mickbr]

Nice looking packs but 150 euros phew I only spend big dollars on big haulers. Not knocking anyone elses style or preferences though, whatever works best for the user.

 

[lostplanet]

https://bushcraftuk.com/community/threads/karrimor-sabre-30-green-good-condition.166852/

I forgot i had this, Any good? not sure what its worth.

 

[mickbr]

Hi Lostplanet, very interested, cant see the link though, dont have permission for whatever reason?