The Atom RE30 (Black)

I ordered the RE30 model as a potential replacement for my normal daypack (Arcteryx Aerios 15) with the intention of lightening up my load, increasing useable volume while also servicing wider needs as a general pack.

On opening the box I was immediately struck by its beauty (if a backpack can be such a thing). The mixture of the grid fabric, colour accents and black stretch front panel look absolutely epic in the flesh. On inspection of the pack I was blown away by the bombproof nature of the fabrics, stitching and general quality.

I found the capacity a touch too small for all of my overnight kit so I decided to give the RE40 a look. I got in touch with customer services and Rachel was very helpful and enabled me to have a look at the RE40 and return which one I didn’t want, which was pointless in the end as I kept both!

The harness system is good (although I do miss the slightly more accommodating harness on my Aerios 15 with its extra pockets and ability to fully store running style collapsible bottles). The side pockets are very accommodating and the front stretch pocket is my favourite new storage location, overall the entire ‘system’ just works.

My concluding thoughts are one for the hopes and dreams pile, but if Tom and the team ever ventured into the fast packing arena, the RE30 downsized to a 20-25 litre pack with a running vest style harness system would be tough to beat…I’d absolutely buy one…or if old habits are anything to go by, I’d perhaps buy two!

This year I've done several sections of Via Czechia in preparation for next year's through-hike. I can honestly say, that the Atom is the most comfortable backpack I`ve ever owned. Not just the most comfy frameless... no. I find it more comfortable than any pack I ever owned.
I wanted some custom bits done, and Tom was nothing but helpful.
Can recommend, 10/10

I bought the Atom RE30 to use as a day bag - and it works brilliantly. Loads of room for kit , and the outside pockets are perfectly positioned for phone , drinks and snacks.
The bag was ordered with the hipbelt , and this works really well. A comfortable bag , I would happily use this for a long distance walk - 30 litres is enough space for me . Great job Dexter . Cheers

I bought the Atom backpack a little over a year ago and I have absolutely loved it. I have done everything from camping trips to grocery store runs to vacation travel to climbing a mountain with it. The backpack has been so versatile, durable and just comfortable for all different uses and loads, and it still looks pretty much brand new even though it's been through a lot. A fantastic product and awesome customer service as well!

This is my first trekking back pack and I absolutely love it. I chose to buy from atompacks because of the choice of sizes. I simply don’t fit ‘one size’ bags very well and the hipbelts are always uncomfortable.
With my 10kg load it is very comfortable.
Costumer service is also brilliant!