The 10 Best rucksacks
Show all 61. Eastpak Provider Blackout
£65, epacks.co.uk
No list of the best backpacks would be complete without an Eastpak in there somewhere. This one has two main compartments, one mini one, plus a padded laptop sleeve as well.
2. Kiplings
£82, selfridges.com
This bag was created for the 25th birthday of bag brand Kipling and is a reworking of its classic school backpack. It has a wipe-clean nylon finish and the cute Monkey keyring.
3. Ted Baker
£99, boros.co.uk
If you're not in the market for nylon or neon, check out this lightweight rucksack from Ted Baker. It's nice and roomy, so would do for a day out or even a night away.
4. Vaude Splock 28
£76.84, outdoor-ranger.co.uk
Off climbing or for a weekend's camping? The Vaude Splock is just the bag for you. It's a manageable mid-range size with attachments that will please the pros.
5. Lowe Alpine Crag Attack
£64.99, blacks.co.uk
Ideal for walking holidays when you need comfort as much as capacity. The harness and padded hip belt allows you to adjust the roomy four-pocketer to your specification.
6.North Face Women's Electra
£35, thenorthface.com
"Sleek" and "light" are the watchwords with this women's day pack. The "yoke-style" straps make it exceptionally comfy on the shoulders and tight to your back.
7. Salomon Revo Minim
£74.99, fieldandtrek.com
You aren't going to fit your entire life in the Salomon, but it isn't tiny, either. And its perforated shoulder straps and air-vent system keeps back sweat to a minimum.
8. JanSport Spring Break
£17.99, surfdome.com
It may be called the Spring Break but this pack is best used for days out. It comes with a large compartment, comfy adjustable straps and a mini pocket on the front.
9. Adidas London Olympic Wenlock
£16, johnlewis.com
Channel the Olympic spirit with this London 2012 pack, which features mascot Wenlock tearing through the finish line.
10. The Cuties and Pals Cazbi Bee
£25, johnlewis.com
Looking for a comfy bag for junior? This cute number is made from hard-wearing, easy-to-clean ABS plastic and the side panels and shoulder straps are padded.
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