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
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Best Overall: GoLite Lite-Speed Backpack