Gregory Kiro 24 Review

Publication date: 29 Jul 2025

The Kiro 24 is a compact daypack from Gregory, built for short mountain routes, day hikes, and fast overnight tours. It’s marketed as a day pack, but I like this size for hut-to-hut tours as well. It makes sure I don’t overpack and keeps me light on my feet. I used the Kiro 24 on the Trekking dei Laghetti in Ticino, one of my favorite treks to date.

And honestly, having the Kiro with me on that hike was one of the reasons it stood out. It was comfortable, lightweight, and I never felt bothered by having it on my back. Even during steep climbs or longer sections in the sun, the pack stayed well-ventilated and stable.

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Testing the Kiro 24

I loved having the Kiro with me on my trek in Switzerland. It carried well, never got in the way, and didn’t shift or bounce, even when I moved quickly on the descents.

It’s got a clean shape: no weird straps hanging off or extra bulk. There is just a main compartment, a top zip pocket, front mesh, and two stretchy side sleeves. That was plenty. I kept a small reservoir inside and bottles on the side. I kept a jacket in the front mesh if it got warm. I never once had to dig around for anything, which can often be the case for day packs.

The back panel is simple but works. No sweaty back, even in the sun. Shoulder straps are low-profile and comfortable. The hipbelt isn’t padded, but on a pack this size, you don’t need it. It just keeps the thing steady.

It also packed well in the huts. No rigid frame, so it folds flat. Easy to stash out of the way when you’re sharing a room.

About Gregory

Gregory has been around since the late 1970s, originally based in California and now owned by Samsonite. Their reputation comes from making packs that actually fit well, especially in the back panel and harness. They focus on load carry, stability, and comfort, which shows in even their smaller designs.

The company’s approach to fit and carry design is one of the reasons they’re trusted by thru-hikers and mountain guides alike. The Kiro is a smaller model, but the same thinking applies. They also use recycled materials in this pack,something that’s increasingly standard across the industry, but worth noting.

About the Kiro

The Kiro 24 is built for fast, light movement. The back panel uses what they call VaporSpan, which is basically a low-profile mesh over foam with air channels. It doesn’t get in the way, and it helps a bit with ventilation and with the ergonomics of the pack as well. The shoulder straps are contoured, thin, and well-shaped, and the sternum strap adjusts easily.

There are two zippered pockets, one large top pocket, and one smaller one inside. Everything else is open or stretches: the side water bottle pockets, the front stash pocket, and the internal sleeve for a reservoir.

To stay light, the pack doesn’t have a frame, a heavy-duty hip belt, or a rain cover. But for a small volume pack, I didn’t expect or want those extras. What it does well is simplicity and fit. Load up what you need, forget about it, and move.

The materials are mostly recycled polyester, with a PU coating for light water resistance. I didn’t get caught in full rain, but early morning mist and trail spray never got through.

Specifications

Gregory Kiro 24
Weight	700g
Volume	24L
Maximum carry weight	9kg
Torso length	One size fits all

pro's

Comfortable fit and ventilated back panel

Streamlined and stable for movement

Just enough pockets to keep gear organised

Lightweight but still feels durable

Recycled materials and good build quality

Doesn’t bounce or shift when hiking

con's

No frame or support for heavier loads

No included rain cover

Not enough volume for longer trips

Limited internal organisation

Hipbelt is minimal and non-padded

Conclusion

If you’re heading into the mountains for a day or doing a light hut-to-hut hike like the Laghetti route, this is the kind of pack you want. Something that is low profile, carries well, and doesn’t make a fuss like the Kiro is perfect for hut-to-hut tours. The only thing to keep in mind is if you need more support, there may be other Gregory or day pack models that can do that for you.

Gregory Kiro 24 Review

About the Kiro

Specifications

Conclusion

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