British brand Berghaus have a long history of producing down-to earth products for the outdoors that prioritize function over form, placing more importance on how equipment performs in the wilds than how it looks when you’re back in town – which is the right way to go about things in my opinion. I’ve enjoyed using a wide range of Berghaus kit over the years, so I was looking forward to testing this 35-liter pack. With its generous carry capacity, the Berghaus Remote Hike 35 is a large that can also be used as a for overnight adventures if you’re traveling light, or for even longer if you’re carrying just a and spare clothes.
It’s certainly large enough to take a lightweight , an inflatable and a , plus a compact and enough kit to see you through a two- or even three-day escapade. It also has a water-resistant outer and can potentially be used as a commuting bag. I like a pack with this sort of versatility, and when it first arrived I was pleased to see that in addition to a spacious main compartment, the Berghaus Remote Hike 35 also has good pocket storage.
This is a unisex pack, which is only available in one size, but it’s very easy to adjust according to your torso length and body shape. I can’t speak for everyone, but I personally found it simple enough to get a comfortable fit. The main section of the Remote Hike 35 backpack from Berghaus is constructed from a mixture of ripstop nylon and polyester (both PFC-free), with a water-resistant membrane used to .
