Six of the best backpacks for travelling
These backpacks offer style and practicality, with prices ranging from £50 to £160
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1. Ultra Traveller 65 + 15L Rucksack
Made from durable rip-stop nylon, this tough 65-litre backpack comes with a detachable 15-litre rucksack for day trips. It has a chest strap, padded airmesh back, rain cover and lockable zips.
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2. Eagle Creek Migrate 110
This recycled polyester duffel bag/backpack can be worn on the back or wheeled or rolled along. It can carry a considerable 110 litres in one central compartment, and there’s a slim side pocket too. It weighs 2.3kg and comes with a lifetime warranty.
3. Doshwin 70L Backpack
This multipurpose 1.2kg lightweight backpack has ten compartments, including a dedicated pocket to hold dirty shoes and a drawstring main section. Durable, water- and scratch-resistant, it holds 70 litres.
4. Nevis Extreme 65 + 15L Rucksack
This hardwearing bag has a 65-litre rucksack and a 15-litre daypack. There’s a wide zip for easy access to the main compartment, and plenty of pockets and straps, plus a laptop sleeve, cable access and a rain cover.
5. OEX Vallo 70 Rucksack
Designed for long-haul backpacking, this 1.86kg pack has a ten-litre top pocket and a 60-litre main compartment, with a durable, water-resistant shell, spongy straps, and an integrated rain cover.
6. Lixada Hiking Backpack 60L
Available in a range of colours, this weighs just 1.12kg and has an array of zips and pockets, plus a rain cover. Strong and practical, it has breathable mesh padding, a wide hip belt with zipped pockets and adjustable straps for comfort on the move.
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