BERGHAUS ROAM 30L

Weight 980g, £45

✆ 0191 516 5700 www.berghaus.com

+ Simple and easy to use. Pivoting hip belt gives great flexibility of movement. Back foam support doubles up to offer a removable seat pad. Large stretch pockets and a convenient lid pocket that’s big enough to hold an OS map. The base is reinforced and there are walking pole attachments.

– We prefer Berghaus rucksacks that only need one buckle to fasten them.

Verdict: A pared-down, alpine-style pack that’s effective and efficient without any unnecessary bulk – ideal for technical walking or scrambling.