Outwell Picnic Calabash
�A passel less clumsy than old fashioned hampers, this picnic backpack has
comfortable, padded shoulder straps and contains pretty much everything you�ll
motive for dining al fresco,� say Jonathan and Sophie. �It boasts a full
picnic set for up to four masses, with cutting tool, plates, unbreakable
wineglasses, bottle screw and even condiment attachments. There�s a large
tank compartment to keep all your pleasant-tasting goodies unfermented and an
all-important insulated bottle holder for chilled refreshments.�
Where: Cotswold Outdoor (0844 557 7755; www.cotswoldoutdoor.com)
How much: �29
OMM Mountain Mover
Clive Garrett calls this the male monarch of lightweight backpacks: �Superlative build
and material quality sets it aside from the competitors, and it has all the
features demanded by the fast-moving backpacker � plus direction books on
howto get the best from your purchase. And, if the 1,150 grams prove too
overweight, there is even a guide towhich bits you can chop off to lighten the
load by as many as 410 grams.�
Where: OMM(01706 216612; web.theomm.com)
How much: �110
Deuter AC Lite
If you�ve got a car to stash your tent in, you won�t want a monster back pack
to storehouse enough paraphernalia for a weekend under canvas. Deuter�s daypacks ar
lighter than the competition�s and are designed to fit perfectly on your
back. There�s a detachable rain cover and loops to entrepot hiking poles as
well as an �aircomfort� system designed to avoid nasty sweaty backs.
Available in 12, 16 and 20-litre sizes.
Where: Deuter (0191-296 0212; www.deutergb.co.uk)
How much: from �35
Berghaus Verden
The Tyne & Wear-based Berghaus has light-emitting diode the knapsack market for more than 40
age. Its in style high-performance backpack is amply adjustable and has
blank for everything you�d want on a camping head trip,while the biofit back
system substance it will sit snugly on whatever back. It�s lightweight and durable
and there�s likewise room for a water pouch and drinking tube.
Where: Berghaus (www.berghaus.com)
How much: �100
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