GOSSAMER GEAR MARIPOSA 60 £280

I took this backpack on my solo, self-supported round of all 214 Wainwright fells in 14 days and 11 hours, carrying it for 530km and up the equivalent ascent of five Everests – and it never let me down. At a miraculous 865g for a 60L capacity, it gave me ample space for food and camping kit without weighing (or slowing) me down.

VERDICT A highly-adjustable, ultralight pack that is remarkably comfortable and supportive despite weighing so little. USED BY James Forrest, Trail contributor USED FOR 1 year