Trailblazer 25 Rucksack

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UOG TOP PICK: The Montane Trailblazer 25 is a well-designed 25-litre daypack for fast hiking and everyday use. It features a comfortable carrying system and ample storage with stretchy pockets and a modular T-Hook system. A top Pick!

Montane says: 

The Montane Trailblazer® 25L Backpack has been built for durability with a reinforced base, and lightweight features to stabilise the load, even when you’re moving fast. This backpack has been built with recycled materials, including the RAPTOR CROSS LITE 70D Nylon outer, which has been coated with a PFC-DWR to keep your equipment dry.

Mapped to your body and combining performance with comfort, the Trailblazer® 25L has a 3d-moulded foam back panel, COVALENT harness and compression adjustments to secure your essentials.

The new Montane T-Hook system allows you to reconfigure the external storage and optimise it for your current adventure. Other easy-to-access storage options include pockets with locking zips.

The Montane Trailblazer® 25L Backpack will back up your moves in the mountains, whether you’re fastpacking or hiking to new summits.

Our Verdict

The Montane Trailblazer 25 is an exceptionally well-designed, versatile daypack perfect for fast hiking, peak bagging, or everyday use. At 25 litres, it has an ample capacity for day hiking essentials while still being sleek and low-profile.

What sets the Trailblazer apart is its outstanding carrying comfort and stability. The 3D moulded foam back panel with air mesh provides excellent ventilation and cushioning. The covalent harness system hugs the pack close to your body for an incredibly stable carry over rough terrain. The sternum straps can be adjusted on the go, though I must say I find them a little stiff and fiddly at first, but this eases with time

The organisation is top-notch with stretchy mesh pockets, intelligent compartments, and Montane’s modular T-Hook system to attach gear where you want it externally. Dual-side stretch pockets allow rapid access to bottles or accessories.

Built from durable recycled fabrics and boasting features like a reinforced base and PFC-free water repellency, the Trailblazer is an impressively sustainable pack that doesn’t compromise performance. Though I wish it came with more than two T-Hooks to add some versatility. 

Overall, the streamlined, body-mapped design provides unmatched carrying comfort and mobility, making the Trailblazer 25 a superb daypack for moving fast over technical terrain. The customisable organisation and rugged yet lightweight eco-friendly build are other huge pluses.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

In-depth Reviews:

• Montane Trailblazer 25 Rucksack Review – “A versatile, comfortable daypack; it’s a fantastic choice for outdoor pursuits like day hiking and summer summit trips.”

Features

• SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS – Durable recycled Nylon fabrics throughout the packs ensure reduced environmental impact without compromise
• MODULAR ADAPTABLE DESIGN – Montane T-Hook works alongside laser cut holes either side of front panel to offer adaptable easy to reach storage solutions
• IMPROVED VERSATILITY – Improved pockets configuration throughout offers more versatile easy access storage, allowing more variety of carry to be stowed securely
• IMPROVED STABILITY – Gender specific molded back panel and shaped front straps add stability and comfort when picking up the pace
• Customisable, body-hugging trail specific COVALENT harness – pulls pack close to body using vertical and horizontal compression
• Two off-centre Montane Click and Go chest harness straps for security whilst moving at fast pace
• Easily adjustable ZephyrAD back system
• 3D moulded foam back panel – comfortable, stable fit with greater breathability and structure
• Lightweight cord compression system – superior total pack compression
• Bivi opening with quick release cord lock adjustment
• Accessible, wrap-around wand pockets with locking security zips – access bottles/snacks on the go, lock a larger bottle poking out of zip
• Large mesh front pocket and side pockets – quick access gear/layers on the move
• Bonded front panel and modular T-hook system – can be used to attach poles (front of pack or side carry), bungee system, extra compression strap – customise to suit your needs
• Hydration bladder compatible
• Shoulder strap pockets with mesh gusset – can fit soft flasks or hard bottles

Specifications

• Weight: 811g
• Capacity: 25L
• H 54 x W 25.5 x D 18.5

Material & Construction

• Main – Raptor Cross Lite 70D 100% Nylon (recycled) with durable UTS Polyurethane Composite coating and a PFC-Free DWR Coating
• Reinforced Base – Raptor Cross 210D 100% Nylon (recycled) Triple Ripstop with PFC-Free DWR Coating
• Lining – Halo 200D 100% Polyester with PFC-Free DWR Coating
• Mesh Pockets – Power Mesh 80% Nylon (recycled) 20% Elastane mesh
• Back Pad – Contact Open Mesh 100% Polyester mesh
• Shoulder Straps & Hip fins – Contact Air Mesh Plus 100% Polyester (recycled)

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Ultralight Rucksack
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Rucksack
• About Montane
• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear
• Why is ‘PFC Free’ Important?