This season's recommended backpacks for day hikes and overnight stays, and how to choose the right one
OSPREY , MYSTERY RANCH , MAMMUT , backpacks , Gregory , macpac , MILLET , Deuter , medium-sized backpacks , THULE , mountaineering beginners , how to choose , recommendations , VAUDE
Written by Yasushi Hisatomi
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