Rucker 5.0

More lumbar padding feels great with the hip belt. Also moved up from a 20l to a 25l as I am 5’10” and need the ruck to ride a little lower for hip distribution.

Exactly What a Rucking Pack Should Be

I tried retrofitting several of my regular hiking backpacks with weight plates, but nothing ever felt quite right. The Rucker 5. 0 20L immediately showed me why a purpose-built rucking pack matters. The construction is incredibly solid, the dual plate sleeves hold the weight exactly where it belongs, and I really appreciate the hydration-bladder hose option. Everything about the pack feels thoughtfully designed and virtually indestructible. After several weighted hikes, it already feels like a piece of equipment I’ll be using for years. My advice is simple: if you’re going to ruck, stop trying to make another backpack do the job. Buy the Rucker, get a 20-lb plate, and go have fun. Five stars from me.

Everything is great but it puts a lot more pressure on the traps compared to the old pack I was using. So Ive been a little sore there, hopefully that will work itself out. You are able to get the pack up higher on the back tho. Overall quality is great and very streamlined pack compared to other packs Ive used.