When we decided to backpack through South America, I knew I didn’t want to haul around the ginormous pack I used to travel Europe. I wanted something more compact. It was time to find a new pack.
I did some research into greener options and was surprised by the lack of backpacks made of eco-friendly materials. After all, backpackers and hikers are very much outdoorsy types who care about the environment.
So I was psyched when I found Mountainsmith’s line of recycled packs. The folks at Mountainsmith were kind enough to send me a Lily backpack made of recycled PET. I love it.
It’s the perfect size for extended travel if you pack light, though it’s designed for shorter trips. And it’s carry-on size, which was a huge selling point for me. Its 31.5 liters hold more than you’d think and at just 2 lbs 8 oz, carrying it is a breeze. It works well as a day pack, too.
My favorite part is the pockets. The pockets on either side are big, and the front compartment has lots of smaller pockets to help you stay organized. There are even two water bottle pockets large enough to hold my 24 ounce water bottles.
The shoulder and abdomen straps are extra padded for added comfort. The Lily pack is designed for women and it fits me better than most unisex pack do.
It even has a safety whistle, which I’ve fortunately never had to use, and can hold trekking poles, a sleeping bag, and an ice axe.
All in all, the recycled Lily is a great pack for anyone who’s looking for a small pack for extended travel, or a large daypack, and I applaud Mountainsmith for leading the way with eco-friendly backpacks. I would definitely recommend the Lily to any green traveler.
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This bag do have some great feature…but as i have a list of equipments with me which i need to get carried in a bag while tracking..so does this bag can contain all of them…and is this washable enough
Nice backpack with attractive features!! I think it’s useful if you’re planning for tracking…!