The Apex Air 40L is a great budget option for ultralight adventuring - if you're canny about your packing, this will meet your carry needs for a long weekend's trekking.

X-Air' back system and unique load stabilising compression, bring weight towards your natural centre of gravity - mitigating muscular ache over a few days of hard yakka. You can be confident you're buying a decent rucksack, not a sack of potatoes.

It's made from Excel 200D Ripstop fabric, tough and light, weighing just over a kilo. Features include walking pole holders, multiple pockets, SBS® zip and a reflective rain cover.

Specifications:

• H = 57cm, W = 28cm x 39cm.
• Lightweight and durable Excel 200D RS fabric with a 3D suspended elastic mesh back for comfortable, stress-free hiking.
• 6mm aluminium frame for support
• Side compression straps and large side mesh storage pockets
• Walking pole storage.