dakine cosmo mini backpacks 6.5L Backpack, Tropic Dream This sleek pack will keep you organized on the go thanks to the front pocket with dedicated storage for utensils Dakine Cosmo 6.5L mini backpack

I didnt really see the benefit at the time of not having it all in one place

Made from durable materials like stainless steel or ceramic, it reduces friction for optimal performance

To help sort through the chaos, I organized several adventures to test out the best hiking daypacks of 2025 and with the help of a few trusted friends, a four-hour group hike in a lush Pacific Northwest forest, and a whole lot of gear, we came up with a list of winners: Best Overall: Black Diamond Pursuit Best Budget: Gregory Nano Most Versatile: Patagonia Terravia Best Multi-Sport Pack: Osprey Tempest/Talon Best for Sweaty Hikers: Nemo Resolve Endless Promise Best Minimalist: Sea To Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Daypack Best for Short Hikes: Cotopaxi Elqui Best for Long Hikes: Arcteryx Aerios Best for Hydration: CamelBak Fourteener How I Tested the Best Hiking Daypacks Ive been working as an outdoor gear tester for nearly a decade and during that time Ive tested dozens of backpacks

When I finally got this reel I was blown away

Keeps out neighbors too, though I doubt someone that mean could get many visitors