8 of the best no nonsense backpacks for outdoor adventures

When heading out into the wild, it’s important to have a good quality backpack in tow for keeping all your essential gear close to hand as and when you need it. Said backpack needs to be built for adventure and if you’re in the market for a new one right now, the guys at Huckberry have an unparalleled selection to choose from. Check out our pick of 8 of their best no nonsense backpacks below:


Goruck GR1 26L Backpack

This no-nonsense backpack from Goruck has gone through a few iterations, each with its own unique approach to what is now a contemporary carry classic. For this GR1, GORUCK built the familiar silhouette out of waxed duck canvas and Red Wing leather, giving it the kind of construction our grandfathers would be proud of. 

Topo Designs Cinch Pack

With plenty of space for a day’s worth of essentials, the TopoLite Cinch Pack from Topo Designs is a lightweight and durable pack that folds down into itself for more efficient travelling and effortlessly opens up when you’re ready for a day of exploring a new city or hiking through familiar trails.

Filson Ballistic Nylon Duffel Backpack

There’s three ways to carry the lightweight, versatile, and spacious Duffel Backpack from Filson, and all of them are comfortable — that alone’s enough to lead the pack of travel duffels out there. 

Bellboy Venture Backpack

The Venture Backpack from Bellboy hits the mark when it comes to size and style and is jam-packed with ingenious organisation to carry all your EDC. A padded laptop sleeve and document slip pocket keep your valuables neatly stashed on the go.

Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler

If it’s mainly beer you want to carry, the Dayventure from Pelican is for you. Boasting a rugged exterior and padded shoulder harness, this backpack takes the standard daypack and adds an insulated six-pack pocket so you can crack open a cold one after a hard walk.

GOT Bag Rolltop Backpack

Each Rolltop Backpack from GOT Bag recovers 7.7 lbs of ocean plastics, and protects your valuables stashed inside via an innovative waterproof coating. Just roll down the top tightly and click it shut, and you’ve got a waterproof bag with dedicated laptop protection.

Patagonia Arbor Roll Top Bag

Patagonia needs no introduction. The Arbor Roll Top Bag pack lives up to their adventure loving mindset with 100% recycled fabrics, not to mention being a great, versatile daypack that won’t let you down.

Mystery Ranch Urban Assault Backpack

The Urban Assault Backpack from Mystery Ranch is inspired by military assault rucksacks and is the epitome of clean, functional design. What makes it truly special is the 3-ZIP closure that makes everything easily accessible no matter what kind of load you’re carrying.


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