[pct-l] Testing the waters

[AsABat]

I have used a G4 from Gossamer Gear very successfully. While I have
sciatica, when I fill the bottom of the pack firmly with my sleeping bag
and jacket, and cinch the pack around my waist, it provides some back
support similar to those back braces used in warehouses. 

I would also recommend considering using trekking poles. They do well to
take the shock off my back on steep downhills.

YMMV.

AsABat

 
> I'm 45 yers old with back problems, looking for some gear sugestions
for
> thru hiking in 07. 

> I'm guessing for pack comfort I can't use the ultralight packs?