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Post by SWanks on Nov 11, 2003 14:08:31 GMT -5
It seems that most people posting about the question of size seem to agree on about fifty to sixty liters. Yet all their expeditions are very much different and I am sure they are all built very different. I have gone and checked out some packs and being a taller than average man, I found that the larger packs designed for backcountry hiking rather than urban travel seem to fit the best. The hiking packs suited my long frame opposed to the travel packs, but the hiking packs I looked at mostly had minimal pockets and only some had a daypack which I would think would be an essential. The travel packs are obviously suited for backpacking/hostelling with their many compartments and accseories but I was wondering if a smaller hiking pack would work. I found some quality hiking packs that are daypack attachable, a brand in particular that looks promising is Osprey, the small Cresecnt 50 or Aether 60. Is 50 to 60 liters enough for a extended backpacking trip? Do these packs look good?? If you have any thoughts I would apprecaite it. Thank you very much.
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Post by Kim on Nov 11, 2003 14:57:06 GMT -5
I just took a look at those - my main concern was that it looked like you could only access it from the top, but when I read the specs, it said there is access to lower compartments. You definately want this, it's really annoying to have to dig through everything.
What you want the most in a pack is comfort, something that fits you well (snug against your back) and a padded waist belt to transfer the weight to your hips. If this is what feels best for you, then go for it.
My only issue is the frame. Having something that is so rigid can be a royal pain in the butt - my first pack was like that. When you are trying to shove it upper compartments on the train, get it into tight lockers etc., it can be a definately disadvantage.
That said, once again the most important thing is comfort so if you can't find anything without a rigid frame that feels good, go for it!
Kim
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Post by me on Nov 11, 2003 16:16:08 GMT -5
an external frame can get hung up on things as you walk by, especially in town. but the pack ought to be rigid, if not the weight doesn't transfer to the belt, most of the weight stays on your sholder straps.
well, that's the way it's worked for me.
- d
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