Archive for the ‘Backpacks’ Category
Pack Accordingly!
Be Prepared!
Not all daypacks are created equal, so be sure to find the pack that best suits your purposes. Climbers will want enough space to fit their gear as well as an extra layer of clothing for higher elevations. Day hikers look for lots of water capacity and bonus pockets to accommodate miscellaneous items they find along the way.
Students might want to consider multi-use bags; hiking daypacks won’t be large enough to tote books from class to class during the academic term. Back-padding is crucial when carrying heavy objects with pointed corners, so be on the look out for packs that provide some cushioning. Beyond that, daypack selection can vary based on personal taste – for many, style is just as important as function.
Flexibility in Backpacking!
Small but Efficient!
How many times have you gone out trekking and didn’t want to carry your daypack? It was just too big, bulky and you were only going to be gone 3-4 hours. All you needed was something big enough to carry a bottle of water and a couple energy bars. It didn’t make much sense to carry a backpack for just a couple items.
As previously mentioned, personal carriers come in all sizes, shapes, and forms. A smaller size, sometimes referred to as a fanny pack, is just the right size for a short trek, quick trip to the in-law’s place, or even an outing with the kids to the zoo. Don’t get caught-out without storage space for your water, billfold, car keys, cell phone, energy snacks, and etc.
Daypacks
A 1-3 Day Trek?
Today there are personal carriers for every occasion. The most common is called a Day-pack. It will normally hold more than what you would need for just a day. Most are capable of carrying enough supplies for 1-3 days. There is a range of sizes to choose from but staying at midpoint, in the 1500-2500 cubic inch range, should serve you well.
Daypacks must be waterproof. The clothes you pick and pack will depend on the current season and projected weather. It should be packed in order of use, the least frequent to more frequently use. The outside pockets or compartments would be for those small items, possibly a wallet, car keys, map/compass, energy snacks, water bottle, etc.
A little fore-thought might pay big dividends in the end. Remember to take enough food, a flashlight, fire and a first-aid kit. Let someone know where you’re headed and when you’ll return. HAVE A GOOD TREK!