Pros 45-liter model is the ideal sweetspot for those looking to buy just one pack Great value Excellent breathability and close-to-body comfort Lots of external storage options Full raincover included Cons Limited internal storage organization Winner of this year’s “Best New All-Purpose Backpack” in the latest Men’s Health Outdoor Awards, the Kestrel LT 45 is
Osprey’s Kestrel 45 is the perfect “all things for all hikers” pack, especially for those looking to buy just one bag. The 45-liter capacity is well-sized for dayhikes and overnighters. It features a classic rucksack silhouette but with all the best features of a modern pack, including comfortable straps and a hip belt, plus a
Published: November 08, 2026, 8:00 am Quick bites from around the food safety arena this week Infant formula maker ByHeart has “discontinued” manufacturing its products after getting caught up in an outbreak of infant botulism. ByHeart’s founders started a new company, MeridianMade, earlier this year and announced in late October that it would purchase Dublin-based
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