What we don’t: Expensive and minimal organization.Ī number of ultralight packs are designed for thru-hikers and minimalists, but our top pick is the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest. What we like: Impressively light but strong and can carry a full load. Hyperlite Mountain Gear 3400 Southwest ($379) See the Men's Osprey Atmos AG 65 See the Women's Osprey Aura AG 65īest Ultralight Backpacking Backpack 2. 1 oz.), which streamlines the design but still offers the same comfort and carrying capacity of the original pack. It’s also worth mentioning the new Atmos AG LT 65 ($290 4 lbs. But you won’t find a better balance of weight, carrying comfort, and features for everything from quick overnight missions to week-long backpacking trips, once more earning the Atmos AG 65 a spot at the top of our list. Subsequently, the Atmos AG 65 also got a price bump, which surprisingly makes it even pricier than the souped-up Aether below. Osprey also modified the pack’s fabrics to prioritize sustainability (like a lot of gear manufacturers, they’ve moved to a PFC-free durable water repellent finish). With a revamp in the spring of 2022, the most recent Atmos tacks on two side zips for more convenient access to the main compartment, a torso length adjustment, and an integrated raincover. Overall, the Atmos is an extremely well-rounded backpack that works great for anything from quick overnight trips to extended jaunts into the backcountry. But that’s not all the Atmos has going for it: The pocket design is thoughtfully laid out with plenty of options to divvy up gear, the Fit-on-the-Fly harness and hipbelt offer an easily customizable fit, and the premium materials hold up well to rough treatment. The attention grabber is the “Anti-Gravity” suspended mesh backpanel, which replaces the protruding foam found on more traditional designs to maximize both ventilation and comfort. The Atmos AG (and women’s Aura AG) is our top backpacking backpack of the year, deftly balancing comfort, organization, and durability. What we don’t: Pricey and fairly heavy at over 4.5 pounds. What we like: A standout all-rounder with especially great ventilation.
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