The short version
- Typical range: £15 – £75
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Bags & Handbags
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used rucksack is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for rucksacks, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £75 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £63 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £48 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £33 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £18 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a rucksack
- Recognised outdoor brands with a following
- Intact hip belts and adjustable harnesses
- Working zips throughout
- Rain covers included
What lowers it
- Failed zips, the usual point of failure
- Delaminated waterproof coating flaking inside
- Frayed harness stitching at the anchors
- Missing rain covers and straps
How to work out what yours is worth
- Run every zip fully
- Turn it inside out and check for lining delamination
- State the capacity in litres and the back length
Once you have those three answers you can place your own rucksack on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
What should a rucksack listing state?
Capacity in litres and back length. Back length determines fit and is what experienced buyers look for.
What fails first?
The zips, then the waterproof coating inside. Check both, since neither is easy to repair.
Does the rain cover matter?
It helps. Covers are pack-specific in size and buyers notice when one is missing.
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