The ideal backpacking kit list

SIX OF THE BEST

SIX OF THE BEST

Getting away from it all isn’t just for experts with expendable income. Lara Dunn tried out a few more modestly priced options to help you achieve wanderlust lift-off

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Comfort, a lean weight, pockets, a bounce-free design – we demand a lot from our running vests. Rab’s unisex Veil 6L is very hard to fault, however, coming with a wealth of smartly designed pockets, a