How much weight can you carry in a 30-litre backpack?

Aim for 6 to 10 kg: that’s the stated load for Deuter’s FUTURA PRO. A mountaineering backpack with a steel frame, such as the GUIDE, can carry up to 12 kg. For more than that, choose a 40-litre backpack.

What should you pack in a 30-litre backpack?

For a day out: water, a packed lunch, a fleece, a waterproof jacket, a first-aid kit, a head torch and a map, with room for an insulated jacket or gloves. For a night in a mountain refuge, add a change of clothes and toiletries. A tent and sleeping bag call for a 40-litre backpack.

Which 30L backpack should women choose?

Deuter’s SL versions: the FUTURA SL has a shorter back and tailored shoulder straps, while the FUTURA PRO SL also suits smaller frames. Osprey’s KYTE LT is designed for women, with an adjustable back panel and an integrated rain cover.

How do you choose the right fit for a 30-litre backpack?

Choose based on your back length: Deuter’s FUTURA PRO has five adjustment positions, while Osprey’s KESTREL LT and KYTE LT have an adjustable back panel. Our guide to choosing a comfortable hiking backpack explains how to adjust it to transfer weight to your hips.

30L Hiking Backpacks

Deuter and Osprey 30L hiking backpacks for long days and nights in mountain huts, with women’s and men’s fits and adjustable back lengths on several models.