Montane Womens Trailblazer 16 Rucksack

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UOG TOP PICK: The Trailblazer 44 is a well-designed, durable, lightweight backpack suitable for overnight hikes. It has ample storage options, a comfortable fit, and is made from recycled nylon, making it eco-friendly and a top pick!

Montane says: 

The Montane Women’s Trailblazer 16L Backpack is adventure-ready and mapped to your body with a women’s specific COVALENT harness and shoulder straps. Packed with adaptable storage solutions, including the new Montane T-Hook system, the Trailblazer 16 is made from 100% recycled RAPTOR CROSS LITE 70D fabric, with a PFC-free DWR coating, to reduce environmental impact.

With twice the capacity of the closet Trailblazer, this backpack can carry everything you need to move fast and light on longer days in the mountains. Hydration, food and spare layers are always at hand with wrap-around pockets, a stretch-mesh front pocket with hidden security pocket, and the modular T-Hook system, which can secure walking poles and more, exactly as you wish. Vertical and horizontal compression straps secure the load so that it doesn’t shift around.

Move with confidence and speed whatever your mission, with this durable, multi-activity backpack.

Our Verdict

The Montane Trailblazer 44 is a well-designed and sustainably-constructed backpack ideal for overnight hiking and fastpacking adventures. Built from durable recycled nylon with a reinforced ripstop base, it offers rugged protection while reducing environmental impact. The aluminium frame provides stability for heavier loads.

This pack excels in versatility, with ample storage options that are easily accessible on the move. The large zipped front pocket, mesh side pockets and Montane’s modular T-Hook system  The customisable T-Hook system securely attaches items like trekking poles. Unfortunately, you only get two T-hooks; two more would have been welcome. They are a little stiff at first and take some manoeuvring.

Comfort is a strength, with a pre-curved, moulded back panel, shaped shoulder straps and an adjustable suspension system that hugs the pack close to your body. Handy features include a hydration bladder sleeve, secure chest straps, wraparound hip pockets and shoulder pockets for bottles and snacks.

Whether wild camping, fastpacking or cragging, the lightweight yet ruggedly constructed Trailblazer 44 from Montane is an excellent sustainable pack choice for overnight mountain adventures requiring a balance of load support and on-trail accessibility.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS – Durable recycled Nylon fabrics throughout the packs ensure reduced environmental impact without compromise
• IMPROVED VERSATILITY – Improved pockets configuration throughout offers more versatile easy access storage, allowing more variety of carry to be stowed securely
• IMPROVED STABILITY – Gender specific moulded back panel and shaped front straps add stability and comfort when picking up the pace
• Customisable, body-hugging trail specific COVALENT harness – pulls pack close to body using vertical and horizontal compression
• Two off-centre Montane Click and Go chest harness straps for security whilst moving at fast pace
• Accessible, wrap-around wand pockets with locking security zips – access bottles/snacks on the go, lock a larger bottle poking out of zip
• Mesh stretch front pocket for quick access gear/layers on the move
• Hidden security pocket with key clip underneath mesh front pocket
• Bonded front panel and modular T-hook system – can be used to attach poles (front of pack or side carry), bungee system, extra compression strap – customise to suit your needs
• Hydration bladder compatible
• Shoulder strap pockets with mesh gusset – can fit soft flasks or hard bottles

Specifications

• Weight: 400g
• Capacity: 16L
• H 44 x W 23 x D 16

Material & Construction

• Main – Raptor Cross Lite 70D 100% Nylon (recycled) with durable UTS Polyurethane Composite coating and a PFC-Free DWR Coating
• Reinforced Base – Raptor Cross 210D 100% Nylon (recycled) Triple Ripstop with PFC-Free DWR Coating
• Lining – Halo 200D 100% Polyester with PFC-Free DWR Coating
• Mesh Pockets – Power Mesh 80% Nylon (recycled) 20% Elastane mesh
• Back Pad – Contact Open Mesh 100% Polyester mesh
• Shoulder Straps & Hip fins – Contact Air Mesh Plus 100% Polyester (recycled)

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Ultralight Rucksack
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Rucksack
• About Montane
• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear
• Why is ‘PFC Free’ Important?