equipment$40–70used in 2 side quests
Lightweight hiking daypack with hip belt
A 15-25 liter backpack with padded hip belt that transfers weight from shoulders to hips. Frees your hands for climbing, photography, or brush navigation during multi-hour outdoor missions.
What to look for
- 1Hip belt with padding (not just a strap—needs to grip your hip bones)
- 218-25 liter capacity (big enough for layers and water, small enough to squeeze through tight spaces)
- 3External quick-access pocket for phone or GPS device
- 4Hydration bladder sleeve or compatibility
- 5Weighs under 2 pounds empty
Skip
- Packs without sternum straps (weight bounces uncomfortably)
- Hip belts that are thin webbing only
- Daypacks marketed as 'hiking' but lack load-bearing features
Used for: Following random coordinates across varied terrain · Day hikes with camera gear and snacks · Urban exploration requiring hands-free movement · All-day adventures with multiple stops
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
