Choosing the Best Pilgrim Backpack for Long Walks

Finding a good pilgrim backpack is probably the single most important decision you'll make before hitting the trail. If you get it wrong, you're looking at blisters, sore shoulders, and a whole lot of regret by day three of your journey. I've seen people start their pilgrimage with massive, 70-liter expedition packs, only to realize about 20 kilometers in that they've made a terrible mistake. You really don't want to be that person. ...

May 4, 2026 · 6 min · Lietti Blake