Comfort is a must, even for packs meant to carry smaller, lighter loads, as is durability, so we asked testers to evaluate straps, back panels, and hipbelt carry alongside the quality of materials used
The direct-to-blank handle design ensures you feel everything happening beneath the surface, whether snap jigging or finessing a blade bait
The fact that its a pound lighter and ~$50 less expensive than popular competing alternatives from Osprey, all without sacrificing burliness, totally won us over
Potholes on grass flats are prime habitat in summer
Its safe to say that when the JanSport Right Pack was popular in the 70s, 80s, and 90s, carrying electronic devices wasnt a priority