The best ultralight backpacks for those who want to enjoy the mountains as freely as possible, and tips on how to choose one that won't leave you regretting it
Backpacks , BLACK DIAMOND , ZPacks , Deuter , lightweight backpacks , medium-sized backpacks , HYPERLITE MOUNTAIN GEAR , PaaGoWORKS , LITE WAY , Yama to Michi , ULA Equipment , Gossamer Gear , DURSTON , Arc'teryx , Pa'lante , mountaineering beginners , recommendations , how to choose , OSPREY , UltrAspire , mont-bell
Written by Yasushi Hisatomi
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