Selecting the best backpack to travel around the world can be one of the most important decisions you make. You might be living out of the backpack for a year on you’re, you guessed it, gap year, so it’s vital that you get it right a rucksack or backpack that is top rated. So let me help you choose the best backpack for you…
Best Backpack Size
Yes boys and girls, it does matter. It all really does depend on you. Some people are flashpackers and must take 6 pairs of shoes in which case you might want a bigger backpack. Some people purposely take a smaller backpack to limit how much they are carrying around with them in case they get tempted to shop. General rule of thumb would be anything around the 60 litre mark. I know some guys who travel light with 50 and some girls who travel with 70. Anything more and you are in danger of falling over and any less and you won’t have room for anything.
Best Day Pack
These days a lot of backpacks come with a 10-20 litre detachable day bag. Pretty good idea for when you need a small bag for treks or excursions. I’ve found it useful to have my own day pack in addition to the one that comes with my backpack. If you’re looking for the best day pack check out our top day pack list.
Top Backpacks with Wheels
I am personally against wheels. I think it is part of the backpacking experience to lug around my 22kg backpack. (I have no idea how it got so heavy. When I left Heathrow it was 14kg). Let’s be serious though. Wheels are a good idea in principle. Sure they take a load off but they also can add an extra 2 or 3kg of weight to your backpack. If you are taking cheap internal flights, Air Asia for example, you will be eating into your weight limit and risk having to pay extra. If you do need a large backpack with wheels the Karrimor Global Equator is the one I recommend. It’s an incredibly sturdy backpack.
Best Backpack Design
The most important design feature of the backpack is how it opens. From my own research they are commonly called travel packs as opposed to rucksacks. These are backpacks that open like a suitcase. Under no circumstances purchase a top loader. Not only will it be the bane of your life but I will personally come and find you, roll up a newspaper, hit you on the nose with it and say “told you so”.
Fitting your Backpack
I hate to get all Harry Potter on you but you don’t pick the backpack. The best backpack picks you. Make sure that you are getting the correct sexed bag. Female backpacks tend to suit, well females. We’ve compiled a list of best backpacks for women and best backpacks for men. If you are a tall female it might be worth looking at a male backpack as it might be a better fit. Go in to your local outdoor store and try the backpacks on. You’ll just feel which one is right for you. If in doubt just ask the sales assistant who looks like he doesn’t want to be there…
The Top 10 Best Backpacks
I am a strong believer in the Berghaus Jalan and I think it’s the best backpack for travelling. I’ve been using it for three years now and it is my home away from home… that I carry on my back like a snail. I digress. It’s a great backpack and I see a lot of people with it. It might not be for you so below is my Top 10 Backpacks. All of these backpacks are available on Amazon and generally cheaper than buying in a store.
1. Berghaus Jalan
Check out the Men’s Berghaus Jalan and the Women’s Berghaus Jalan on Amazon
2. Berghaus Verden
Check out the Men’s Berghaus Verden and the Women’s Berghaus Verden on Amazon
3. Berghaus Torridon
Check out the Men’s Berghaus Torridon and the Women’s Berghaus Torridon on Amazon
4. Gelert Global Jet Set
Check out the Gelert Global on Amazon
5. Berghaus C7
Check out the Men’s Berghaus C7 and the Women’s Berghaus C7 on Amazon
6. North Face Terra
Check out the North Face Terra on Amazon
7. Karrimor Global Venture
Check out the Karrimor Global Venture on Amazon
8. Karrimor Global Tropic
Check out the Karrimor Global Tropic on Amazon
9. Vango Pumori
Check out the Vango Pumori
on Amazon
10. Vango Sherpa
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