Tog24 Code 35 Litre Technical Rucksack Review

What we tested

Tog24 Code 35L Rucksack
£79.95
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Technical features

• Padded lumbar support
• Rain cover
• Compression straps
• Walking pole attachment
• Bungee cord
• Reflective trim

The lowdown

Within 24 hours of receiving this backpack, we were off out for a hike, so I packed it and took it along with us on our walk up The Roaches in The Peak District.

First impressions were good as I really like the styling. Purple is one of my favourite colours and I also love lime green, so looks wise it definitely hit the spot. I really like the fact that the rucksack doesn’t lay against my back, which helps to maintain airflow, and eliminates the horrible sweaty back, that can occur when hiking in the summer.

It initially felt like the bag was sitting quite high up, but once I’d fully adjusted all the straps, cinching them in here and there, it sat much better, and the wide padded straps felt comfortable.

Towards the end of our walk it started to rain, so we also had the opportunity to try out the rain cover, which I was pleased to see was also lime green to match the detailing of the bag. It was easy to put on and felt secure, and effectively kept my DSLR and nature books nice and dry.

I find 35 litres to be the ideal size rucksack for a day hike and the Code rucksack was plenty big enough to fit all of the usual things I take out walking with me; in this instance, a waterproof, map, book, DSLR camera and extra lens, mobile phone, purse, 2 bottles of water and some trail snacks. It also held my walking poles securely when I wasn’t using them and there was still plenty of room for more.

The verdict

The rucksack was comfortable to wear and provided plenty of adjustment options for the perfect fit. I found the open pocket at the front of the bag really useful, as it provides quick access for items that you want to put your hands on quickly, like an OS map. I also really like the styling, the flashes of lime green make for an eye-catching and funky look.

The Tog24 Code is a high quality rucksack that looks good and delivers plenty in terms of functionality.

Thank you to Tog24 who supplied the backpack for us to review.

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