The daypack that doesn’t mess about

Ever started a day hike with grand plans only to spend the first hour rearranging your pack because everything’s in the wrong place? The Talon 26 sorts that nonsense right out. It’s built for people who want to get on with the business of walking rather than faffing about with gear.

At 26 litres, it’s the Goldilocks of daypacks – not so small you’re cramming everything in like a game of Tetris, not so big you’re tempted to pack the kitchen sink. The wide-mouth, bucket-style opening means you can actually see what’s in there, whilst the top panel slash pocket handles your snacks, sun cream, and inevitable collection of energy bar wrappers.

The AirScape backpanel with BioStretch harness adapts to your body shape rather than forcing you to adapt to it, with gender-specific fits for men and women – because bodies are built different. Dual compression straps keep everything stable whether you’re scrambling up Scafell Pike or dodging the tourist hordes on Pen y Fan. It’s the sort of pack that’ll spend more time on your back than in the bottom of your wardrobe.