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Mar 24, 2016 14:05:12 GMT -8
Post by zeke on Mar 24, 2016 14:05:12 GMT -8
Hip bone is that crest on the side, just about waist level. In fact, you could just measure from that protruding C-7 vertebrae to your waist band on your pants. Middle of hip belt should rest on top of that bone. My pack weight would be for 6-7 days, with 2 qts of water. Any thru hike will have resupply points about 6-8 days apart, so pack weight should be right about where a week trip would have it.
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Mar 24, 2016 15:19:28 GMT -8
Post by crawford on Mar 24, 2016 15:19:28 GMT -8
One thing to add to what Zeke said, his description is exactly what I would say for an internal frame pack, but if you decide to go with external frame it is a little different in weight placement because the bottom of the main compartment is already at the mid of your back.
Play around with your load a little once you get your pack, I'm sure you already planned on doing that. If you keep Zeke's ideas of weight location in mind for an internal frame pack, you can play a bit and find a sweat spot with your gear. You are right, it is wearing a pack. As a young man I carried it and cared less about weight. Now I am not as young and try to be more aware of what i carry and how I carry it.
Good luck updating your gear.
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Mar 24, 2016 15:27:02 GMT -8
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Post by SRT on Mar 24, 2016 15:27:02 GMT -8
Hip bone is that crest on the side, just about waist level. In fact, you could just measure from that protruding C-7 vertebrae to your waist band on your pants. Middle of hip belt should rest on top of that bone. My pack weight would be for 6-7 days, with 2 qts of water. Any thru hike will have resupply points about 6-8 days apart, so pack weight should be right about where a week trip would have it. Understood...thanks for making it more clearer. I definitely will go to outdoor store such as REI and Sierra Designs to try out the backpacks. SRT
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Mar 24, 2016 15:28:48 GMT -8
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Post by SRT on Mar 24, 2016 15:28:48 GMT -8
One thing to add to what Zeke said, his description is exactly what I would say for an internal frame pack, but if you decide to go with external frame it is a little different in weight placement because the bottom of the main compartment is already at the mid of your back. Play around with your load a little once you get your pack, I'm sure you already planned on doing that. If you keep Zeke's ideas of weight location in mind for an internal frame pack, you can play a bit and find a sweat spot with your gear. You are right, it is wearing a pack. As a young man I carried it and cared less about weight. Now I am not as young and try to be more aware of what i carry and how I carry it. Good luck updating your gear. Thanks for pointing that out to me that there are two different types of backpack: external and internal. I empathize with you on how and what to carry. Been there and done that. Phew! SRT
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Mar 24, 2016 15:47:51 GMT -8
Post by zeke on Mar 24, 2016 15:47:51 GMT -8
Pack fit: Keep in mind the weight will be carried by the belt. You should be able to put 2 fingers under the shoulder straps, between the strap and the top of the shoulder. Those shoulder straps are for keeping the pack from falling off backwards, not to carry weight. That all sits on the waist belt. Much easier that way.
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Mar 24, 2016 15:53:07 GMT -8
Post by tigger on Mar 24, 2016 15:53:07 GMT -8
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Mar 24, 2016 16:04:42 GMT -8
Post by zeke on Mar 24, 2016 16:04:42 GMT -8
What? You didn't send him to ULA?
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Mar 24, 2016 16:16:15 GMT -8
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Post by SRT on Mar 24, 2016 16:16:15 GMT -8
Pack fit: Keep in mind the weight will be carried by the belt. You should be able to put 2 fingers under the shoulder straps, between the strap and the top of the shoulder. Those shoulder straps are for keeping the pack from falling off backwards, not to carry weight. That all sits on the waist belt. Much easier that way. I hear you, Zeke. Much appreciated
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Mar 24, 2016 16:17:20 GMT -8
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Post by SRT on Mar 24, 2016 16:17:20 GMT -8
What? You didn't send him to ULA? What is ULA?
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Mar 24, 2016 16:21:31 GMT -8
Post by zeke on Mar 24, 2016 16:21:31 GMT -8
The maker of my pack. They have a video on their site telling you how to measure your back. Visually pleasing. Safe for all. ULA video
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Mar 24, 2016 17:30:56 GMT -8
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Post by SRT on Mar 24, 2016 17:30:56 GMT -8
Now it begs for the next question in choosing the right backpack for a thru hike on PCT.
Needless to say, I do not need to overstuff the backpack. Though, there are a list of "possible" items to carry in the pack below:
1. Clothes I'll be wearing while hiking: gaiters, pants, shirts, socks and such 2. Clothes in pack: 3. During sleeping: bag liner, sleeping pad 4. Rain gear: ultralight rain jacket and pants plus pack cover that is if they included 5. Cooking: ultralight stove (alcohol or propane?) 6. Water: ultralight water bag with hose 7. Other gears: headlamp, trekking poles and compass plus some personal items, and first aid kit.
I have most of it however it needs to be updated such as tent and maybe sleeping bag.
These items I assume would fit in a 60 to 70L plus extra pockets. So far I've narrowed down to three packs (that I've tried on at the outdoor store today).
Any suggestion?
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Mar 24, 2016 17:40:03 GMT -8
Post by tigger on Mar 24, 2016 17:40:03 GMT -8
I would stand firm in getting your pack after you purchase the rest of your gear. Don't forget your bear canister depending on the section(s) you'll be hiking. It is required in some areas. It will be much easier if you have a pack that is not too large adding even more weight. If you have three packs picked out, did you put your gear in them? How did they ride with gear (or gear weight)? One tip - Add an extra ten pounds of weight in the pack than your normal gear. That is how the pack will feel a few miles down the trail.
One pack should stand out quite clearly from the rest.
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Mar 24, 2016 17:54:18 GMT -8
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Post by SRT on Mar 24, 2016 17:54:18 GMT -8
I would stand firm in getting your pack after you purchase the rest of your gear. Don't forget your bear canister depending on the section(s) you'll be hiking. It is required in some areas. It will be much easier if you have a pack that is not too large adding even more weight. If you have three packs picked out, did you put your gear in them? How did they ride with gear (or gear weight)? One tip - Add an extra ten pounds of weight in the pack than your normal gear. That is how the pack will feel a few miles down the trail. One pack should stand out quite clearly from the rest. Tigger I do not need to purchase the gears as listed in previous message. I have it on hand except sleeping bag (maybe) and tent (I have a 4-season Northface Tree Frog 24...weighs a ton! A bit aging though in excellent shape). I've tried several packs today but narrowed it down to three. All of the three packs rides rather comfy but didn't add extra ten pounds. I'll do that tomorrow to see which one will stands out. Thanks for the tip. SRT
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Mar 24, 2016 18:04:12 GMT -8
Post by tigger on Mar 24, 2016 18:04:12 GMT -8
Make sure the weight is between your shoulder blades and near your back. That is where you want most of your weight when hiking for the most comfortable ride.
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Mar 24, 2016 18:14:52 GMT -8
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Post by SRT on Mar 24, 2016 18:14:52 GMT -8
Make sure the weight is between your shoulder blades and near your back. That is where you want most of your weight when hiking for the most comfortable ride. ok. I'll bear that in mind.
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