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Kieran Cunningham

Parts of a backpack: Our 101 on backpack anatomy - from large long-haulers to small daypacks and everything in between

Hiker in mountainous landscape.

Whether you’re strapping on your hiking boots for an easy day-trip or packing loads of belongings for a long-distance thru-hike, a decent backpack is an essential piece of kit. The best combine a comfortable, pain-free fit with plenty of storage space and a ton of handy pockets to help you store your belongings.

The anatomy of a backpack (Image credit: Osprey/Richard Edwards)
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