Rucksack help/recommendations

[plaskins]

I'm looking out for a new rucksack as the one I usually use is on the small side. As I am going by coach this year and will not be able to take a trolley I am looking to get a bit more on my back due to restrictions on stuff you can take on the coach.

Does anyone have any recommendations? Any bargains/ sales on anywhere

TIA 🙂

 

[plaskins]

I'm looking for a high capacity/volume and handy pockets etc I guess

[bexj]

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/women-s-rucksack-70l-grey/_/R-p-168025?mc=8383139&c=GREY

 

I bought this one a few years ago and love it.  Its very adjustable, it seems to never get full and it seems well made with all sorts of thoughtful bits, extra pockets etc.  There's a mens version too. 

[Brad2434]

https://www.millets.co.uk/15989031/eurohike-colossus-ii-6515l-rucksack-15989031
 

I posted this in another thread but it’s a banging deal. Had a further 20% off when I bought it but £35 is still a steal! 

[Losing my hair]

https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/16002681/vango-sherpa-70-80-rucksack-16002681

I've got one of these which has done several festivals including Glastonbury by coach. I would recommend that you go to the store and try it out as it needs to be comfortable as you trudge from Gate A to wherever you're camping - Go Outdoors were very helpful.

[plaskins]

20 minutes ago, Brad2434 said:

https://www.millets.co.uk/15989031/eurohike-colossus-ii-6515l-rucksack-15989031
 

I posted this in another thread but it’s a banging deal. Had a further 20% off when I bought it but £35 is still a steal! 

I like the idea of being able to use the smaller backpack during the day for transporting cans and sun cream etc 😉 around the site. Doesnt look like it has many pockets though? Also need something I can attach a roll too. Does it have any way to attach things like that?

[Spindles]

36 minutes ago, plaskins said:

I like the idea of being able to use the smaller backpack during the day for transporting cans and sun cream etc 😉 around the site. Doesnt look like it has many pockets though? Also need something I can attach a roll too. Does it have any way to attach things like that?

Guardian bag, be one of the cool kids.

[Quark]

For me it's an army surplus bergen with side pouches. Did Beautiful Days last year with one bag and no hand carrying (although tent was strapped to the outside rather than inside) and that included all my booze. You can fit the world in one of those things.

[squirrelarmy]

I’ve picked up this one recently. Mentioned it on a few other threads so good to have a dedicated bag thread. 
 

https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/15979411/eurohike-nepal-85-rucksack-15979411
 

85L so definitely on the large side.

Adjustable aluminium chassis to help get the weight in the right position. Waist and chest straps as well to keep it secured.

Separate bottom compartment which is perfectly sized for a sleeping bag/pillow. Straps so you can attach a tent to the bottom. 

Inside the main compartment I’ve managed to fit a double airbed, 2 10 packs of cider and still room for clothes. There’s also a large pocket in the top and two further large side pockets. 
 

I’ve also been able to strap a smaller day bag to the front of it. 

Edited May 11, 2022 by squirrelarmy

[gooner1990]

I just remembered my bag (that I first got in 1995) has started to split at the seems now and whilst I might be able to get it repaired, I might sound out a replacement just in case.

Any recommendations?

[Quark]

10 minutes ago, gooner1990 said:

I just remembered my bag (that I first got in 1995) has started to split at the seems now and whilst I might be able to get it repaired, I might sound out a replacement just in case.

Any recommendations?

Still swear by one of these bad boys. Coach last year, got everything including tent and camp bed in there and a chair strapped to the outside. Travelled completely hands free. 

EDIT: should also add that I've used it for all-day hikes as well and it's been perfectly comfy, no back or shoulder aches or blisters. Plus when you remove the two side pouches, one makes a great option for the lockups and the second makes a decent day bag if you get the spare yoke with it

Edited May 23, 2023 by Quark

[Crazyfool01]

4 minutes ago, Quark said:

Still swear by one of these bad boys. Coach last year, got everything including tent and camp bed in there and a chair strapped to the outside. Travelled completely hands free. 

 

100l that’s a beast !!! 

[Quark]

1 minute ago, Crazyfool01 said:

100l that’s a beast !!! 

I like being hands free! Plus it's always a personal challenge / bloody minded stubbornness to fit everything in one bag.

[gooner1990]

7 minutes ago, Quark said:

Still swear by one of these bad boys. Coach last year, got everything including tent and camp bed in there and a chair strapped to the outside. Travelled completely hands free. 

 

I need to look at what l my current one is and report back....I don't want to overload my back/shoulder as I have 'issues' ! 😄 

[Twiggy553]

Always get outdoor gear from www.alpkit.com

they’re always at the sweet spot of performance and affordability

[Quark]

3 minutes ago, gooner1990 said:

I need to look at what l my current one is and report back....I don't want to overload my back/shoulder as I have 'issues' ! 😄 

Makes sense.  Added in my edit that I've had one on all day and it's never given me issues.  My brother's also got one and has back probs, and it's never caused him any trouble.  But definitely find one right for you!  If you can get a surplus store near you I'm sure they'll be happy to let you try it for size.

[Crazyfool01]

27 minutes ago, gooner1990 said:

I need to look at what l my current one is and report back....I don't want to overload my back/shoulder as I have 'issues' ! 😄 

It’s all about balance I guess carrying stuff in hands can also potentially cause me issues … although I’d love to know what tent @Quark uses to get it in his bag … just imagining him and his 100l bag squeezed into some coffin like hiking tent 

[gooner1990]

Just now, Crazyfool01 said:

It’s all about balance I guess carrying stuff in hands can also potentially cause me issues … although I’d love to know what tent @Quark uses to get it in his bag … just imagining him and his 100l bag squeezed into some coffin like hiking tent 

I put my fresh and black three man in my bag then stuff my clothes around it. 

[Crazyfool01]

1 minute ago, gooner1990 said:

I put my fresh and black three man in my bag then stuff my clothes around it. 

Think my bag is around 75l so sadly no chance of that … although mates on the same bus have offered to carry it . Will see when we get there 😀

[gooner1990]

6 minutes ago, Crazyfool01 said:

Think my bag is around 75l so sadly no chance of that … although mates on the same bus have offered to carry it . Will see when we get there 😀

I wouldn't be able to do it with a big tent. 

Suppose it depends how much stuff you bring to start with, I always try to travel very light. 

[Quark]

10 minutes ago, Crazyfool01 said:

It’s all about balance I guess carrying stuff in hands can also potentially cause me issues … although I’d love to know what tent @Quark uses to get it in his bag … just imagining him and his 100l bag squeezed into some coffin like hiking tent 

One of these

https://www.millets.co.uk/15981440/eurohike-ribble-300-3-person-tent-15981440

I'm telling you, that bag is a TARDIS

[Crazyfool01]

5 minutes ago, Quark said:

One of these

https://www.millets.co.uk/15981440/eurohike-ribble-300-3-person-tent-15981440

I'm telling you, that bag is a TARDIS

5kg 🙂 that’ll be it 🙂 

[ameski18]

You could always try one of these:

https://www.andescamping.co.uk/99577-andes-ramada-120l-backpack.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwyLGjBhDKARIsAFRNgW9RDVMRmupUwsIc27FEKESFQuf8crb6cphTUcE4MDGwnFWk6ZV4yrIaAu27EALw_wcB#174=&175=&178=&182=Olive Green 

[ameski18]

I'm weighing up the idea of bringing a backpack round with me all day, this year. 
Something I've always tried to avoid previously. I normally just chuck a couple of beers and my purse/ticket in a little bag! 

We're up in the campervan fields this year and I don't fancy that walk just to get a topup of beer / my jacket! 

 Any ideas on carrying beers greatly received. 

 

[Simsy]

31 minutes ago, ameski18 said:

I'm weighing up the idea of bringing a backpack round with me all day, this year. 
Something I've always tried to avoid previously. I normally just chuck a couple of beers and my purse/ticket in a little bag! 

We're up in the campervan fields this year and I don't fancy that walk just to get a topup of beer / my jacket! 

 Any ideas on carrying beers greatly received. 

 

Leave your extra beers/jacket in a conveniently located lockup to pick up when you need them. 

As a bonus, put them in something like this so you don't have to lug an empty bag around once you've drunk the beers.