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Astipad replied to the thread And now to the backpack...Worked really hard to lose 60+ lbs, and the Camino is my personal reward, so nope, not going to do that 😅. On a side note: I really really like the Sirrus 34. I just feel I could adjust the torso better, the one I tried has a scratch to adjust... -
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Astipad replied to the thread Survey: Heavy comfortable pack vs Lighter less comfortable pack?.After my odyssey in search of a backpack for my camino, I now can only say the same thing. I came up with the idea that a fastpack, because it's super-light, and because that's what I use regularly, would be best. I didn't understand all these...
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I would aim to eliminate as many variables as possible; so I would be in a hotel in a bigger town with the ‘do not disturb’ sign on the door. I would have tested the WiFi speed with my cell connection as a backup. I would be well rested and...
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Actually I know another, even more pleasant way to stay within 10 percent of my weight: eat a lot, but REALLY a lot, for a few weeks...
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The only way I know to stay within the 10% limit is this: https://www.backpacker.com/news-and-events/balloon-ultralight-backpacking-failure-is-an-option/ :)
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One of my major issues with "mainstream" backpacks (like Osprey, Gregory, Deuter) is that they make the side pockets stupidly small (my guess: it looks better) and usually don't provide sensible options for attaching bottle sleeves to the...
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Astipad reacted to misspenn2519's post in the thread Lightweight backpack for petite female with
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Hi there! I'm Jennifer and I'll be hiking the Route Frances May/June 2024, starting on my 45th birthday, just coming out of breast cancer treatment. I have googled and researched all of the lists recommending packs and don't seem to get any... -
Astipad replied to the thread And now to the backpack...I know!!! I fully agree. I am so glad I tried the Montane on a hike, imagine finding out it does not work after all on the Camino.. 😔. I am a bit sad because I really love that pack but I now know I need a solid frame, ideally it should be a...
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Astipad reacted to 1BreathAtATime's post in the thread And now to the backpack.. with Love - Red heart.
Back in March I had every intention of carrying my gear with my 10% weight max + water.... (my body weight is quite low). After months and probably 12+ hours added up of trying packs on at various places and even having a sweet conversation with...
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