19oz | 54L | $150
Super ultralight, frameless, budget friendly

The Granite Gear Virga 2 58L Backpack is the most affordable way to save massive amounts of pack weight. At only 19 oz and for $150, it has the best cost-to-weight ratio of any backpacking pack on this list or perhaps in the world. How is this achieved? Simple, the Virga is a basic, frameless, roll-top Cordura backpack whose only notable features are three external pockets. Like all frameless packs, it doesn’t transfer much weight to the hips, and can only be used in tandem with other ultralight gear or it will feel very uncomfortable. That said, this is the perfect backpack for anyone who wants to go ultralight on a budget.

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