RE: [at-l] Pack Choices

["L. Clayton Parker" <lparker@cacaphony.net>]

Delita,

Well, you seem to have the right approach. Without pointing to a particular
pack, the criteria I would use would be:

4000 cu. in. capacity
4 lbs to 5 lbs empty
Fit for your torso length
Fit of the waist belt
Accessories

It is better to start with a very basic pack that can be added onto rather
than go for one with all of the frills permanently attached. I have
frequently carried a 2400 cu. in. pack with almost a weeks supplies - total
packed weight: 24 lbs.

The AT also presents a few unique challenges. Poor construction will show up
almost immediately. Packs that have been found to be "bombproof" are
preferable, even at the cost of an extra pound of weight. There are several
sites on the web with pack reviews (among others).


Lee I Joe

> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-at-l@backcountry.net [mailto:owner-at-l@backcountry.net]On
> Behalf Of Delita Wright
> Sent: Saturday, June 05, 1999 2:28 PM
> To: at-l@backcountry.net
> Subject: [at-l] Pack Choices
>
>
> I am working on finding a pack that will work for me to thru-hike the AT.
> Since I am an inexperienced backpacker I am depending on research and
> helpful comments to aim me in the right direction.  I intend to
> rent before
> I buy, but would very much like to cover the field in my search.  Here is
> what I am looking at so far:
>
> Osprey Impala
> Gregory Reality
> Dana Bighorn
>
> They are all the same weight (4 lbs. 13 oz.) and about the same capacity
> (3600-3900 cu. in.).  My primary concerns are light weight without
> sacrificing stability, and comfort on a female frame.  I would much
> appreciate any comments on these packs, or any suggestions of others I
> should look at.  Please don't assume I have rejected your
> favorite; I truly
> just don't know what to look at.  I would happily go lighter if I don't
> have to hire an expert to follow along and load the thing for me.
> ;-)  TIA!
>
> Delita
> GA > ME '01
>
>
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