Re: [at-l] gear

[KarenS62@aol.com]

In a message dated 7/5/2000 6:17:25 PM Eastern Daylight Time, 
tfarler@backpacker.com writes:

<< You should definately go to all backpacking stores in your area and try 
packs on, even if just to get a feel for the different types, sizes, brands, 
and fits of packs.  And if you find what you want at your local store, I'd 
buy it there. >>

(Wow - a lurker comes out of the dark and now you can't shut him up!)

Often outfitters will rent gear and give you a discount on future purchases. 
If you really don't know what you want and don't have friends whose packs you 
can 'borrow' to experiment with, you may consider renting a few packs for 
weekend hikes. This will give you a better idea of what "works" for you and 
what doesn't work well. 

On a side note, there is some good basic info on the GORP site about 
backpacks and fit.
<A HREF="http://www.gorp.com/gorp/gear/features/backpack.htm">http://www.gorp.
com/gorp/gear/features/backpack.htm</A>

POG
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