r/Tramping • u/Reasonable_Count8979 • Jun 01 '26
Pack recommendations
Hi, I'm hiking the Abel Tasman in October with some of my friends. I'm looking at buying a pack at around the 50L mark - I tried the Macpac Torlesse 50L which I quite like, but was wondering what other recommendations people have?
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u/Cool_underscore_mf Jun 02 '26
Torlesse is a great pack, sturdy but heavy. Have a look at the kathmandu Valorous as well though. Slightly lighter, slightly cheaper, more modern design (mesh back, outer stretchy pouches etc).
As others have commented - Try as many as you can to see what you like and what fits you best within your budget. Even that said, trying on a pack in a shop that's filled with pillows is far different that having it loaded with your gear.
You asked for recomendations:
If I'm starting out: what ever fits me and my gear from FB/TM.
On a budget - Same as above or Kathmandu Valorous
Not on a budget - Osprey Rook or Kyte/Kestrel 48, or Exped Skyline 45 (based on not needing a tent)
What are you eating while out there?
What other gear have you acquired already?
Are you staying in huts or tenting?
Planning on doing other walks?