Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n- <\/span>Gear capacity:<\/strong> 28 L<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Weight: <\/strong>2 lbs 5 oz<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Hydration reservoir compatible?<\/strong> Yes (3 liters)<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Number of pockets:<\/strong> 5<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Fits torsos<\/strong>: 15-19″<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>MSRP: <\/strong>$150<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Where to shop<\/strong><\/p>\nREI<\/span><\/a><\/p>\nBackcountry<\/span><\/a><\/p>\ndeuter<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nPros and Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n- <\/span>Pros<\/strong>: Excellent women-specific fit, S-curved straps are super comfortable even with a larger chest, breathable back panel keeps me cool, lightweight and supportive without being bulky, zippered access to the bottom of main panel, rain cover included, reasonable price.<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Cons: <\/strong>side pocket is snug, no front stash pocket, has hydration sleeve but the reservoir is purchased separately<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Great for<\/strong>: Women\/people with shorter torsos and average or smaller waists, big day hikes where you have to carry lots of gear, and anyone looking for a supportive, trail-tested pack that won\u2019t leave your shoulders sore.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
My Review<\/h3>\n
If you\u2019re looking for a\u00a0comfortable, women-specific daypack\u00a0that offers support without being bulky, the\u00a0Deuter Trail 28 SL Backpack<\/a>\u00a0is my new favorite. I\u2019ve hiked big days with this pack\u2014loaded with toddler gear, camera equipment, and the usual trail essentials\u2014and it\u2019s the first one in a long time that hasn\u2019t needed constant adjustment or left my shoulders aching after a couple of miles.<\/p>\nThe\u00a0deuter SL (Slim Line) fit\u00a0is designed for women or anyone with a shorter torso (between 15-19″) and a narrower frame. As someone with long legs, a short torso, and an average waist (I wear a size 8 pant), I\u2019ve always struggled to find a pack that fits right. The Trail 28 SL hugs my hips without digging in, and the\u00a0S-shaped shoulder straps\u00a0are curved in a way that doesn\u2019t press awkwardly into the side of my chest. The back length is perfect which allows for a majority of the weight to sit on my hips – right where it should be.<\/p>\n
Other features I love include:<\/p>\n
\n\n- <\/span>Bottom zip access<\/strong><\/strong> so I can grab layers or gear buried deep without unpacking everything from the top<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Hydration sleeve<\/strong> that fits up to a 3L reservoir, with a Velcro loop<\/strong> to keep it upright and secure as I hike<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Plenty of smart storage<\/strong>, including a zippered lid pocket, a small pocket inside of the lid, a hip fin pocket, a stretchy side pocket, and a small zippered side pocket<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>A ventilated back panel<\/strong> with dual foam air strips and a center channel to help reduce sweat and keep my back cool<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Trekking pole loops and gear attachment points<\/strong> on the outside, plus shoulder strap loops for clipping carabiners or a GPS<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
It also comes with a\u00a0rain cover\u00a0and is made with\u00a0bluesign\u00ae-approved materials\u00a0and a\u00a0PFC-free DWR coating, making it a more eco-conscious choice. The price point is also very reasonable for a pack of this quality.<\/p>\n
If the 28-liter feels like too much, the deuter Trail SL also comes in a lot of different capacities and styles, as well as a standard fit if you have a longer torso. You can check out all of the dueter trail models here<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"Kristen](\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\")
Wearing the deuter Trail 28 SL in the glacier-deep sea color<\/em> while hiking in Park City, Utah. My son is wearing the deuter Pico kids pack<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nOsprey Raven 10<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nKey Features<\/h3>\n\n\n- <\/span>Gear capacity: <\/strong>10 L<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Weight:<\/strong> 2 lbs<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Hydration reservoir compatible? <\/strong>Yes (2.5 liters)<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Number of pockets<\/strong>: 7<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Fits torsos: 15-18″<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>MSRP: <\/strong>$165<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Where to shop<\/strong><\/p>\nOsprey<\/span><\/a><\/p>\nREI<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nPros and Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n- <\/span>Pros<\/strong>: Completely separate compartment for hydration reservoir and zippered hose channel make it easy to get in and out, 2.5 liter reservoir included, lots of small pockets including a sunglasses pocket and a front stretchy pocket, can accommodate waist sizes 25-50″.<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Cons: <\/strong>too small for bigger dayhikes when you need to carry a bigger load, hip pockets are a bit small, no load lifter straps.<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Great for<\/strong>: Shorter day hikes when you have a light load, bike rides<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
My Review<\/h3>\n
The Osprey Raven 10 daypack is actually sold as a biking pack, but it’s the women’s pack I grab for short day hikes, as well as bike rides. With only 10-liter capacity, it’s definitely on the small side, but it’s big enough to fit the basics for mellow hikes.<\/p>\n
Ok…I really do love this pack, but I’ll start with my least favorite thing about this Osprey pack – which is – there are no load lifter straps. The hip belt is also pretty thin. This means if you’re carrying too much weight, the pack will pull back on your shoulders, becoming uncomfortable. For that reason, I only wear this pack when I don’t need to carry a lot of gear.<\/p>\n
When I’m actually able to carry a minimal load (which isn’t as often these days since I have a toddler), this is still one of my favorite small women’s daypacks.<\/p>\n
The best feature of this pack (in my opinion) is the fact that the hydration sleeve has its own separate compartment. There is also a zippered channel for the water hose so you don’t need to disconnect it from the bag or run it through a teeny hole. This makes it so much easier when it comes time to refill. <\/p>\n
I love the zippered pockets for storing small essentials like keys, a couple snacks, and a phone, and the front stretchy pouch comes in handy when you need to take off a layer and stash it. The main interior area is big enough to fit all the basics, but I find it difficult to fit a large DSLR camera inside, so that’s something to keep in mind if you like to hike with one.<\/p>\n
It also has a handy pocket at the bottom. This is designed to be a tool roll for bike tools, but it’s also great for storing other small essentials.<\/p>\n
This daypack is streamlined, lightweight, and comfy to wear with padded, breathable backing and straps that help keep you cool as you hike. <\/p>\n
\nWearing the Osprey Raven 10 at Sawtooth Lake<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nGregory Jade 28<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nKey Features<\/h3>\n\n\n- <\/span>Gear capacity: <\/strong>28 L<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Weight:<\/strong> XS\/S: 2 lbs. 14.7 oz.
S\/M: 3 lbs. 0.8 oz.<\/span><\/li>\n- <\/span>Hydration reservoir compatible? <\/strong>Yes<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Number of pockets<\/strong>: 4<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Fits torsos<\/strong>: XS\/S: 14-17″
S\/M: 15-19″ <\/span><\/li>\n- <\/span>MSRP: <\/strong>$199.95<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Where to shop<\/strong><\/p>\nREI<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
- \n
- <\/span>Gear capacity:<\/strong> 28 L<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Weight: <\/strong>2 lbs 5 oz<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Hydration reservoir compatible?<\/strong> Yes (3 liters)<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Number of pockets:<\/strong> 5<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Fits torsos<\/strong>: 15-19″<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>MSRP: <\/strong>$150<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Where to shop<\/strong><\/p>\n
REI<\/span><\/a><\/p>\nBackcountry<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
deuter<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Pros and Cons<\/h3>\n
\n- \n
- <\/span>Pros<\/strong>: Excellent women-specific fit, S-curved straps are super comfortable even with a larger chest, breathable back panel keeps me cool, lightweight and supportive without being bulky, zippered access to the bottom of main panel, rain cover included, reasonable price.<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Cons: <\/strong>side pocket is snug, no front stash pocket, has hydration sleeve but the reservoir is purchased separately<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Great for<\/strong>: Women\/people with shorter torsos and average or smaller waists, big day hikes where you have to carry lots of gear, and anyone looking for a supportive, trail-tested pack that won\u2019t leave your shoulders sore.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
My Review<\/h3>\n
If you\u2019re looking for a\u00a0comfortable, women-specific daypack\u00a0that offers support without being bulky, the\u00a0Deuter Trail 28 SL Backpack<\/a>\u00a0is my new favorite. I\u2019ve hiked big days with this pack\u2014loaded with toddler gear, camera equipment, and the usual trail essentials\u2014and it\u2019s the first one in a long time that hasn\u2019t needed constant adjustment or left my shoulders aching after a couple of miles.<\/p>\n
The\u00a0deuter SL (Slim Line) fit\u00a0is designed for women or anyone with a shorter torso (between 15-19″) and a narrower frame. As someone with long legs, a short torso, and an average waist (I wear a size 8 pant), I\u2019ve always struggled to find a pack that fits right. The Trail 28 SL hugs my hips without digging in, and the\u00a0S-shaped shoulder straps\u00a0are curved in a way that doesn\u2019t press awkwardly into the side of my chest. The back length is perfect which allows for a majority of the weight to sit on my hips – right where it should be.<\/p>\n
Other features I love include:<\/p>\n
\n- \n
- <\/span>Bottom zip access<\/strong><\/strong> so I can grab layers or gear buried deep without unpacking everything from the top<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Hydration sleeve<\/strong> that fits up to a 3L reservoir, with a Velcro loop<\/strong> to keep it upright and secure as I hike<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Plenty of smart storage<\/strong>, including a zippered lid pocket, a small pocket inside of the lid, a hip fin pocket, a stretchy side pocket, and a small zippered side pocket<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>A ventilated back panel<\/strong> with dual foam air strips and a center channel to help reduce sweat and keep my back cool<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Trekking pole loops and gear attachment points<\/strong> on the outside, plus shoulder strap loops for clipping carabiners or a GPS<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
It also comes with a\u00a0rain cover\u00a0and is made with\u00a0bluesign\u00ae-approved materials\u00a0and a\u00a0PFC-free DWR coating, making it a more eco-conscious choice. The price point is also very reasonable for a pack of this quality.<\/p>\n
If the 28-liter feels like too much, the deuter Trail SL also comes in a lot of different capacities and styles, as well as a standard fit if you have a longer torso. You can check out all of the dueter trail models here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Wearing the deuter Trail 28 SL in the glacier-deep sea color<\/em> while hiking in Park City, Utah. My son is wearing the deuter Pico kids pack<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Osprey Raven 10<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nKey Features<\/h3>\n
\n- \n
- <\/span>Gear capacity: <\/strong>10 L<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Weight:<\/strong> 2 lbs<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Hydration reservoir compatible? <\/strong>Yes (2.5 liters)<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Number of pockets<\/strong>: 7<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Fits torsos: 15-18″<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>MSRP: <\/strong>$165<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Where to shop<\/strong><\/p>\n
Osprey<\/span><\/a><\/p>\nREI<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Pros and Cons<\/h3>\n
\n- \n
- <\/span>Pros<\/strong>: Completely separate compartment for hydration reservoir and zippered hose channel make it easy to get in and out, 2.5 liter reservoir included, lots of small pockets including a sunglasses pocket and a front stretchy pocket, can accommodate waist sizes 25-50″.<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Cons: <\/strong>too small for bigger dayhikes when you need to carry a bigger load, hip pockets are a bit small, no load lifter straps.<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Great for<\/strong>: Shorter day hikes when you have a light load, bike rides<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
My Review<\/h3>\n
The Osprey Raven 10 daypack is actually sold as a biking pack, but it’s the women’s pack I grab for short day hikes, as well as bike rides. With only 10-liter capacity, it’s definitely on the small side, but it’s big enough to fit the basics for mellow hikes.<\/p>\n
Ok…I really do love this pack, but I’ll start with my least favorite thing about this Osprey pack – which is – there are no load lifter straps. The hip belt is also pretty thin. This means if you’re carrying too much weight, the pack will pull back on your shoulders, becoming uncomfortable. For that reason, I only wear this pack when I don’t need to carry a lot of gear.<\/p>\n
When I’m actually able to carry a minimal load (which isn’t as often these days since I have a toddler), this is still one of my favorite small women’s daypacks.<\/p>\n
The best feature of this pack (in my opinion) is the fact that the hydration sleeve has its own separate compartment. There is also a zippered channel for the water hose so you don’t need to disconnect it from the bag or run it through a teeny hole. This makes it so much easier when it comes time to refill. <\/p>\n
I love the zippered pockets for storing small essentials like keys, a couple snacks, and a phone, and the front stretchy pouch comes in handy when you need to take off a layer and stash it. The main interior area is big enough to fit all the basics, but I find it difficult to fit a large DSLR camera inside, so that’s something to keep in mind if you like to hike with one.<\/p>\n
It also has a handy pocket at the bottom. This is designed to be a tool roll for bike tools, but it’s also great for storing other small essentials.<\/p>\n
This daypack is streamlined, lightweight, and comfy to wear with padded, breathable backing and straps that help keep you cool as you hike. <\/p>\n
\nWearing the Osprey Raven 10 at Sawtooth Lake<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n Gregory Jade 28<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nKey Features<\/h3>\n
\n- \n
- <\/span>Gear capacity: <\/strong>28 L<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Weight:<\/strong> XS\/S: 2 lbs. 14.7 oz.
S\/M: 3 lbs. 0.8 oz.<\/span><\/li>\n- <\/span>Hydration reservoir compatible? <\/strong>Yes<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Number of pockets<\/strong>: 4<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Fits torsos<\/strong>: XS\/S: 14-17″
S\/M: 15-19″ <\/span><\/li>\n- <\/span>MSRP: <\/strong>$199.95<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Where to shop<\/strong><\/p>\n
REI<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n - <\/span>Weight:<\/strong> XS\/S: 2 lbs. 14.7 oz.
- <\/span>Cons: <\/strong>too small for bigger dayhikes when you need to carry a bigger load, hip pockets are a bit small, no load lifter straps.<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Weight:<\/strong> 2 lbs<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Hydration sleeve<\/strong> that fits up to a 3L reservoir, with a Velcro loop<\/strong> to keep it upright and secure as I hike<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Cons: <\/strong>side pocket is snug, no front stash pocket, has hydration sleeve but the reservoir is purchased separately<\/span><\/li>\n
- <\/span>Weight: <\/strong>2 lbs 5 oz<\/span><\/li>\n
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