Aircontact Lite 40+10

The Deuter Aircontact Lite 35+10 SL has been built using lightweight materials that make it a great pack for backpacking or hut-to-hut touring. It features Deuter's Aircontact Lite back-system which has been designed to bring the weight of the pack close to the body, and therefor closer to the centre of gravity. This results in full control of the pack and an effective load transfer. The Aircontact system cushions are made from special hollow chamber foam that guarantee fantastic ventilation, due to the pump effect of every movement.

The Deuter Aircontact Lite 50+10 Backpack is a great choice for ambitious hikers that value carrying comfort and low-weight. It also benefits from Deuter's functional Aircontact Lite back system, which offers a perfect balance between ventilation, weight and comfort, as well as a sophisticated design. The back system also provides dissipation of damp air, which is great for trekking and alpine ascents.

The Deuter Futura Pro 36 is a spacious backpack that's ideal for multi-day hiking adventures where you need to pack spare clothing and other overnight items. It actually has a maximum capacity of 40 litres, as an extra 4 litres of storage is achieved when the side bellow-pockets are fully filled. The Futura Pro 36 benefits from the Variflex hip belt - This reinforced, floating belt follows each movement for added comfort when carrying heavy loads.

The Lightwave Wildtrek 60 is a comfortable, lightweight, mid-volume backpack that is ideal for 2–5 day backpacking trips. It features a unique, water-resistant base compartment that is accessed from the outside by a discreet zip. When not in use, the lightweight nylon dividing panel sits flat on the bottom of the main rucksack compartment. The main body and lid are either welded or taped, which means the Wildtrek 60 is very water-resistant and ideal for use in wet weather.

The Lightwave Wildtrek 70 is a comfortable and lightweight, mid-volume backpack that's ideal for 2–5 day backpacking trips. All the seams on the main body and lid are either welded or taped, which means the Wildtrek 70 is incredibly water-resistant and ideal for use in wet weather. It also features a unique water-resistant base compartment that is accessed from the outside by a discreet zip. When not in use, the lightweight nylon dividing panel sits flat on the bottom of the main rucksack compartment.

The Lowe Alpine Airzone Trail 35 is an extremely popular model, and rightly so - this pack is lightweight, durable and most importantly comfortable. The Airzone back system will keep you cool and comfortable whether you're hill walking, trekking or mountain hiking. It also features hip belt pockets, stretch front and side pockets, walking pole tip grippers and an easy-access rain cover that you can put over your bag in those all too common rain-showers the UK is famous for!

The ventilated Airzone trek 45:55 from Lowe Alpine is the perfect companion on your multi-day hut-to-hut adventures and wild camping expeditions. It is light and with the Airzone back system, very breathable, yet still sturdy and can hold a large weight with no issues. Make multi-day hiking trips and tough hut-to-hut treks a breeze with the cool, ventilated carry of the AirZone Trek 45:55 hiking backpack.