Load Carriage · Talon Gear
Summit 45 Load Carrier
4.6
£2398 min readA 45-litre carry system that keeps its composure once the weight goes past 15kg — the load stays put on scrambles.
Best For
Multi-day backcountry trips carrying 12–20kg
Talon Gear Summit 45 Load Carrier
The Verdict
The Summit 45 earns its price with a suspension system that genuinely disappears under load. It's not the lightest pack in the category, but it's the one we keep reaching for on multi-day carries.
Strengths
- Suspended mesh back keeps airflow moving on long climbs
- Load stays stable through scrambles and off-camber terrain
- Hip belt pockets fit a phone and bar without bulk
Weaknesses
- Heavier than ultralight alternatives at 1.9kg
- Side compression straps are fiddly with gloves on