hiking/backpacking pack

I usually carry about 3500 to 4,000 packs. I've loaded over 50 pounds before, but that includes beer :)
Yea, mine's a beaner... my brothers orange pack is a very cool lowe alpine, which I now prefer for the suspensions

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Also check out the Arc'Teryx Bora 80. Mine is over ten years old and I can't wear it out.




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seanystrangle said:
what is a good cu i size you would recomend?
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It's different for everyone. I don't like to strap a bunch of gear (even in MOLLE pouches) on the outside of my pack. Maybe a sit pad.

I like to have everything inside safe and neatly organized. I don't sleep out under the stars (some do). I don't just use an Italian wool military blanket (sorry Dave Canterbury ;)). The point is, gather everything YOU feel you need for a multi-day trip and go from there. I'd say the 5000+ cu. in. range is a good place to start.
 
I know some people have mentioned REI, but more specifically check out the outlet section of their website, sometimes you can get a really good deal, I just bought me a day pack for like 54% off.
 
I just ordered a both a G1 Molle Express and G1 E&E. I usually opt for bigger packs when I go backpacking because I like to carry everything I can, but with Kifaru's Dock & Lock system I think I will have the versatility that I do not have with my current setup.
 
"for 2-3 days I would go with a pack that has a good padded hip belt."
someone elses advice on first go round
but very sound advice
packs are something like knives
not every one works for every body or every application
if theres any place in yr area
where you can try packs on
talk with knowledgable staff about yr needs
that would be the best thing you could do for yrself
 
I have a packs made by Badlands (good but heavy), Kifaru (great), Deuter, Mountainsmith, REI, Gregory. They all make great packs.

My advice for a 2-3 day trip, define your requirements first then go to a good outdoor sporting goods store and try several packs on that fit your needs. Find a salesperson who can properly fit the back for you. This will save you money in the long run...ask me how I know...

For anything more than a "day-pack" I look for a fairly wide, padded hipbelt, some sort of internal frame, comfortable for you shoulder straps, an adjustable sternum strap and load-lifters installed at a proper angle.

There are so many options on pack types, sizes, pockets etc. but in a multi-day pack where you may be humping a fair amount of weight, fit is probably one of the most important things.

I learned the hard way, that there is a huge difference between a pack that hangs from your shoulders, and one that rides on your hips/lower back correctly. I properly constructed and fitted pack will transfer the weight accordingly.

While I I'm just starting out on the learning curve to good backpacks, my eyes have been open.

Chris
 
I have a Lowe Alpine that is around 4600 cu. in. I've had it for 10 or 11 years and it's still in perfect shape other than a burn or two from campfire embers. No real complaints with mine but I can't comment on their newer models.
 
seanystrangle- can you help us help you by giving us more details? Such as what you are gonna be carrying in the pack, will you have a base camp that you go back to at night? Or going from camp to camp on foot? How many miles you think you will actually be hiking with the pack? Is this in the big openness of Wyoming, or are you going somewhere else? And anything that comes to mind. Just helps us narrow the search for a pack.
 
Check out the REI Flash 65 pack. It's what I use for multiday trips and I love it. Runs around 150, and is extremely lightweight and comfortable. Check it out at rei.com it comes highly recommended by reviewers.
 
I'm glad I still got some usable stuff to get me to the time when the Rat BackPack will be available ...
 
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