While some other technical backpack brands may make a bigger splash in the magazines and boutique outdoor stores, High Sierra is quietly making quality technical backpacks.
Take the High Sierra Explorer 55 pack (MSRP: $115) as exhibit A.
This 55-liter top-loader has all the bells and whistles you could ever need in the backcountry, including a list of the 12 you should never leave home without, conveniently sewn to the adjustable lid.
Additional features include a front-load sleeping bag compartment with divider and dual contoured aluminum frame bars that can be adjusted to fit the shape of your back. An internal reservoir sleeve and dual mesh pockets capable of holding 1000-ml water bottles will help keep you hydrated, while the trademarked high-density foam padding on shoulder and waist straps wicks away the sweat. Tack a removable media pocket onto the shoulder strap, a tuck-away rain wrap in the bottom pocket and a lifetime guarantee over the entire pack, and High Sierra has you covered.
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