[at-l] Backpack recs

[JPL]

Thanks Mara;
Answers are:
Not much.  Summer, I'm something of a minimalist.  My basic carry-weight now less expendables is about 18 lbs including my external frame pack, tent, bag, extra clothes for layering, cooking gear... 

Either frameless or internal frame.

Don't know my torso length, I'm 6' 2" tall.

No bells and whistles.

Trails

Other: would like for it to be easy to carry or check on airplanes.

J Lynch
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Mara Factor 
  To: JPL 
  Cc: at-l at backcountry.net 
  Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2007 2:01 PM
  Subject: Re: [at-l] Backpack recs


  I haven't been shopping for a pack in years so I'm not sure I can make specific recommendations.  However, anyone who might have recommendations will likely need more information from you first. Questions that come to mind include: 

  How much weight do you expect to carry?  (This will help determine the answers to some of these other questions.)

  Are you looking for a frame pack or frameless?  (I'm already assuming you're not looking for an external frame pack.) 

  How long a torso do you have?

  Are you happy with a basic pack or do you need bells and whistles?  If so, what do you need?  And what would be nice?

  Do you expect to stay on trails for the most part or go off trail where a more rugged pack may be necessary. 

  Answers to these types of questions will help others make more specific recommendations.

  In any case, you may want to read reviews of packs at http://www.backpackgeartest.org/ .  Also, if you're still gearing up, I highly recommend waiting until you have all your other gear before buying a pack.  That way, you can try the pack with your own gear to make sure it's going to work well for you.  I usually recommend trying gear such as backpacks before buying, but if you will be going lightweight, some of the best gear is not likely to be available at your local outfitter so you may have to order on-line or by phone without seeing it first. 

  Best of luck,

  Mara
  Stitches, AT99



  On Nov 8, 2007 11:59 PM, JPL <jplynch at crosslink.net> wrote:

    I need a pack for short trips (2-3 days) in the summer.  Room for sleeping bag, one-person tent, and etc.  Any favorites?  thnx


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