OutdoorFeatured in Vol. 19

Daylite Backpack - Osprey

Name: Daylite Backpack - Osprey
SKU: osprey-daylite-backpack
Price: 70.50 GBP

A lightweight and versatile 13-litre daypack with a ventilated back panel and recycled fabric construction.

Price

£70.50

Editorial rating

5.0 / 5

Last price check

19/04/2026 08:45

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Editorial take

Why we picked it

I've spent far too much money on "specialist" bags only to realize that most of the time, I just need a place to put a jumper and a sandwich. The Osprey Daylite is the Supporting act that finally admits that "simplicity" is the ultimate outdoor luxury. It is the ubiquitous backpack that you see on every commute, every trail, and every budget airline flight, and for good reason.

It doesn't try to be a tactical assault pack or a high-fashion statement; it's just a bloody good bag that refuses to fall apart. I've been using mine to lug around my gym gear, and the ventilated back panel has successfully prevented me from arriving at my destination with a sweat-soaked shirt.

It's for the person who wants a "lifetime" bag without the "lifetime" price tag or the weight of a small child on their shoulders. It's the perfect size for a day out in the Lake District or a quick run to the shops for some emergency milk. It's a design that has been refined over years, stripping away the nonsense until only the essential remains.

Detailed verdict

The full review

The Irresistible

The AirScape back panel is a genuine winner, providing enough airflow to keep you cool without making the bag feel like it's floating three inches off your spine.
It's built from recycled, bluesign-approved fabrics, so you can feel a tiny bit better about your carbon footprint while you're trekking through the countryside.

The Clever Part

The "tuck-away" hip belt is a clever touch, providing extra stability when you're actually hiking but disappearing when you don't want to look like an over-prepared hiker on the bus.
It features an internal sleeve that works for either a hydration bladder or a small tablet, catering to both the "active" and the "lazy" versions of my personality.

The Fine Print

At 13 litres, it is strictly a "day" pack; if you try to fit anything more than a light jacket and a lunchbox in there, you're going to be playing a very frustrating game of bag-Tetris.
The side mesh pockets are great for water bottles, but they can lose their elasticity over a few years of heavy use, eventually becoming a bit "baggy."

The Reality Check

Because everyone and their mum owns one of these, you will almost certainly try to pick up someone else's bag at the airport café at least once a year.

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