Black Diamond
Black Diamond Pursuit 25
Replacing the Pursuit 30, Black Diamond's January 2026 Pursuit 25 hiking daypack uses a harness derived from its Distance running packs. It holds 25 L, weighs 720 g at the published spec, and comes in two torso sizes. A dedicated hydration pouch with a reservoir clip is built in.
Specifications
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Pros
- ✓The Continuous Fit harness comes from Black Diamond's Distance running packs, so it is built to stay put at speed.
- ✓Two torso sizes (16-18.5 and 18.5-21 in) are more than most 25 L daypacks offer.
- ✓Body fabric is 96% recycled nylon.
- ✓Dedicated hydration pouch with a reservoir clip.
- ✓Lifetime warranty against defects.
Cons
- ✗$199.95 is at the top of the 25 L daypack range.
- ✗No raincover and no published load rating.
- ✗Store variant weights (740-760 g) are a little above the 720 g page figure.
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