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Weekend Backpacks

Ten reader-testers hiked nearly 1,000 miles to rate new midsize load haulers. Their five picks: five models that deliver comfort, affordability, and convenience.



Bargain: High Sierra Summit Backpack



Best for Winter: Lowe Alpine Tour Attack 40 Backpack



Best Organization: ALPS Mountaineering Orizaba Backpack



Most Stable: The North Face Ligero 50
 Backpack



Best Overall: GoLite Lite-Speed Backpack

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