As the theater begins with a hanger, and a hike through the picturesque terrain begins with a backpack. But how else, because this special bag will become an integral attribute of the traveler throughout the journey. So, we'll talk about the features of the hiking backpack and the parameters of his choice.
What is a backpack?
In general, a backpack is called a duffel bag worn on the back. For today it is the most convenient design of carrying things of rather large volume for considerable distances. The fact is that the hiking backpack evenly distributes the weight of the luggage over the back surface. And this means that all the time of your journey you will be comfortable and comfortable, and most importantly, that all the necessary items will be with you.
How to choose a backpack?
It would seem that a backpack is a simple device, but its correct choice depends on many factors: the type of tourism, physical possibilities, age and sex.
Let's start with the types of tourism. If you are going to nature for a few days (in the so-called "weekend trekking" - fishing, picking mushrooms and berries), then a 30-60-liter hiking backpack will be sufficient. Usually it is an inexpensive product with a simple design of a soft form, that is, without rigid elements. For long travel choose backpacks with a large volume. For example, men get a model of 80-130 liters. The women's backpack is smaller and has a capacity of 65-80 liters.
For ski or mountain tourism choose assault models - extremely durable, lightweight, waterproof with a streamlined shape to avoid snagging a branch or a ledge of rock. Assault products are equipped with a lot of pocket compartments and equipment for placing equipment, for example, for a ski mask, snow shovel and so on. Men recommend a large hiking backpack volume of 100-150 liters, women - from 80 to 100 liters. An obligatory condition is the anatomical form of the backpack, created by mesh inserts with metal plates, - an internal frame. So-called easel structures are less common. On the external metal or plastic frame is fixed backpack suspension. True, because of the high cost of the frame, such models have recently ceased to be produced.
When choosing this accessory, consider the weight of the hiking backpack. Stop your choice on a very light model. The lower its weight, the less the strain on the joints and muscles.
Products with adjustable back height allow you to maximize the backpack for you. True, the cost of these models is quite high. As for the straps, it is best to keep a backpack bow and S-shaped straps on the back. The presence of packing at the shoulder straps is a prerequisite, otherwise rubbing the shoulder joints is inevitable. The optimal stuffing material is foam rubber. In budget models, less effective tissue inserts are found.
Pay attention to the various additional options of the hiking backpack:
- A very useful trifle is a rain cover that will save your things from getting wet on the day when the shower is going.
- The length-adjustable straps allow
place between the back and backpack additional items, such as a rug or blanket. - The presence of an additional entrance to the backpack - on the side or from the bottom - will provide the opportunity to take the necessary, not getting all your things.
- The cargo belt will rationally distribute the weight of the backpack over your body.
- Screws pull the volume of the product, turning the backpack into a single dense pile.
As for the color solution, for the campaign this factor is not so important. So safely choose a backpack of the color you like and you can go!