Trail Gear Reviews - £200+ rucksacks

Gregory Baltoro 70 2009
£200.00

Part of Gregory's Backpacking range, the Baltoro is a big pack with a relatively low weight (2.66kg). The  innovative dynamic back system has independently rotating hipbelts that move with your body to allow a natural walking motion. With plenty... Click here for Trail's full review and star rating

Haglofs Sumo 75 2009
£225.00

Replacing Haglofs' Topo 75 in 2009 is the slightly lighter Sumo 75 - a big, sturdy pack designed for expedition usage, but at 3.13kg, it's not the lightest. It has zipped access to the main compartment, as well as a curious but very effective funnel opening on... Click here for Trail's full review and star rating 

Karrimor Jaguar ST 75-95 2009
£200.00

The Jaguar has been a staple of the Karrimor range for decades, and its latest incarnation includes taped waterproof seams and an update to the classic Self Adjust (SA) back system. A highly waterproof pack is a real bonus for UK walking, and it will fit a wider range of back sizes than many on test... Click here for Trail's full review and star rating

Lowe Alpine TFX Summit 65+15 2009
£200.00

A luxury pack that oozes quality craftsmanship, the Summit is excellent and comfortable. It sports a variety of frills, but most of all it's a great way to carry heavy loads.

Design: The Torso Fit Expedition (TFX) back system is sturdy and well-padded. It offers a degree of flexibility that is a good compromise between freedom... Click here for Trail's full review and star rating
 

VauDe Versametric Proof 65+10 2009
£230.00

It's a rucksack, but not like any you've seen before. With a full-length waterproof zip along the entire main compartment, taped seams throughout and a hipbelt system that swings as you walk, the Versametric Proof is, well, Not Like Other Sacks.

Design: The first thing that strikes you about the Versametric is that it's a clean and simple design... Click here for Trail's full review and star rating