Montane Trailblazer 32 (2024)

The Trailblazer 32 pushes the series into light overnight territory — at 920 g for 32 litres, Montane rates it for weekend trips of one to two nights. Unlike the smaller Trailblazer 25, the hip belt here is properly padded and includes pockets, which matters once the pack carries a fuller overnight load; the back system stays frameless with ventilated foam only, so comfort comes mostly from the hip belt rather than internal structure. Materials follow the rest of the line — recycled RAPTOR Cross Lite 70D nylon on the body, a tougher 210D triple-ripstop recycled base, both treated with PFC-free DWR. The main compartment opens via a top lid, side mesh pockets and a front stretch pocket hold routine items, and trekking poles attach via bungee loops rather than dedicated holders — a lighter, less secure solution than some competitors. The adjustable back length (45–53 cm) runs slightly narrower than the smaller Trailblazer models, suggesting a fit tuned for average adult torsos. At 28.8 g per litre, it's a solid but not category-leading weight-to-volume figure.