GREGORY ALPINISTO 38 LT £145

It’s perhaps better suited to climbers, but I’ve always got on really well with this backpack for hillwalking in my local Lake District fells. All the straps, toggles and buckles are great for securing an ice axe or pole, and I’ve found the shoulder straps, removable hipbelt and back system comfortable in use. It helps that the bright orange colour scheme is Instagramfriendly too!

VERDICT A minimalist, streamlined backpack with a good set of features that’s well-suited to technical ascents. USED BY James Forrest,

Trail contributor

USED FOR 6 months