Trekker 65

The ventilation on this frame is a game-changer—my back stayed dry even on a humid 10-mile climb with 40 pounds aboard. And with all those lash points, strapping on my tent and sleeping pad was effortless.

Hauled a full week of gear plus a bear canister on a rocky ridgeline and the load carry felt almost effortless, even at 45 pounds. The ventilation channels kept my back surprisingly dry on the switchbacks, and the multiple lash points made strapping on my trekking poles and sleeping pad a breeze.

The external frame really shines under a heavy load—I hauled 50 pounds up a switchback trail and the weight sat on my hips instead of crushing my shoulders. The ventilation channel kept my back from turning into a swamp, and there were more lash points than I knew what to do with for strapping on my