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Yes I used a Deuter 36 for two caminos (French and Portuguese coastal) and loved it!
I have a Dueter 38L which I’ve used on three Caminos. Dueter fits my body (typical female) better than any other pack I’ve used. The frame sits nicely against my back, great access to pockets. Unless you carry a camelback, it’s tricky to pull a water bottle out of the side pocket if you’re alone. But by far the best pack for me.
. My favorite is the Kyte 35 L weighing a little over 3 lbs and though most comfortable,yet lately due to severe arthritis, this has proved too heavy for me.
. If anyone is interested, I am happy to report back post Camino.
), and I’ve been trying it out a bit. That said, I’ve read many an article or post about how great Osprey is, and their bags are so well reviewed. I really wanted one. But they just didn’t work for me or my body shape. So, as everyone else has already said, no matter what other people give you as pros and cons, you just have to go with what feels right to you. In the end, the right gear is the gear that works for you personally. Its sort of the same thing with shoes, right? I’ve tried multiple shoes that are highly recommended, and hated them. Find your gear sweet spot and go with it! I’ve found that to be true over decades at sea, on trails, and while traveling.
Bless you! I am in Miami and the nearest REI is over 90 minutes north on a good day. Inventory post COVID seems to be running low everywhere.
I have walked seven Caminos with my Deuter Futura SL 40L. I began my first camino with an osprey, but I wasn't able to get comfortable with it on my shoulders. I felt like the shoulder straps were a little strange. I often felt really weighed down by my bag, specifically on my shoulders. I attempted to adjust the load lifters which were constantly slipping to no avail. I purchased the Deuter by the time I reached Pamplona and fell in love with this bag. It never felt heavy and I found that I wasn't even taking it off during coffee breaks. It weighed more than the other packs which is why I shied away from a Deuter at first, but when I put it on with all my gear it fit like a glove. I didn't notice the extra weight as it truly did carry itself. I recently purchased my fourth bag of the same version when living in Santiago and hadn't brought a backpack with me...can you imagine?!!. I will add that they recently revised the Futura Pro SL (all black) included some clever little tweaks, but unfortunately this included a thiner shoulder strap, which I'm guessing was to cut weight. This was a mistake. I found it cut into my shoulders. Luckily, I still have my older Futura and we are bound for the 3rd Camino Frances in 11 days. I think if the Deuter fits well on you with the weight you plan to carry then you found a great pack. Maybe you can buy it and take it on as few hikes to see how it feels and if it isn't for you, then return it. There's a big difference in a store experience and a few hours on a trail. Best of luck..
I have the Dueter 34L which I used on my last Camino and will use it again in May for my 2nd Camino. I love everything about it - air flow, hip pockets etc, but mostly the comfort. I have a fairly long torso and it's perfect for me. I tried various brands before buying, but as most people have said, find the one that's comfortable. Buen Camino
Especially it's important to have the load balanced...not to say anything about the wonderful cidre bottles out in the woods on the Norte on the day we walked into Deba, which I told my sweetie I'd carry if we got one, but we shoved it into my pack and it was on one side. The unbalanced load was uncomfortable. (The cidre was good, though!)Did you know you could have a fitting for your backpack?
I went to our outdoor store in Canada M.E.C..
You want a selection of brands sizes and types to try.
I went with a backpack in mind yet went with another that felt more comfortable.
If you haven't hiked with a backpack before an experienced fitter can help you explain the proper way to wear/ fit and pack .
The way you distribute the items also helps with the comfort.
Buen Camino
Because it's not so much fun holding one pack strap while walking all day long.
Lesson learned. If you’re going to buy cider be sure to buy 2 bottles to balance the load.
Yes, I have the same. I've chosen this one after a fitting in the Outdoors store. I am 1.65 m and the bag is specially for smaller backs.
This is the pack that I use and it’s awesome. I trained in 2020 with 14.5 lbs and yes the empty pack is a bit heavy at 3.9 lbs. But… it comes with a built in rain fly, is compatible with a bladder and is super comfortable. I’m heading out in June for the Camino Frances and will be on the trail for 7 weeks and am using this pack. I’m training with it now same amount of weight and no issues. I’m 63 height weight proportional and in average shape.
The main reason they are more expensive is they provide customer service, usually good customer service. This would include fitting, asking the right questions and giving informed advice. This costs money. If you know exactly what you want, fine, you can even buy online but for an expensive one-off item it’s worth paying a bit more to get it right IMO.
I had a Dueter. I like the pockets, the belt and straps, and how it’s set up, However, it doesn’t fit my short torso as well as my Osprey. Last fall I went with Osprey. It’s not 100% ok. But I think fit is matters most for the Camino.
Would love to hear how you like the Deuter Speed Lite 28L SL. I am seriously considering it for my upcoming CaminoI have used various Osprey women’s backpacks: have the ultralight now discontinued Lumina 45 L, which is truly light (1 lb 12 oz) and looks like a glorified plastic trash bag, never full, it needs to be cinched very tightly or it swings as you walk and I find it requires constant strap re-adjustments while walking
Just got a Deuter Speed Lite 28 L SL weighing 840 g. It will make its maiden voyage in about 5.5 weeks.
What matters most is that your pack fits You well and that You are happy with it. I like the convenience of a pack that will fit a water bladder (the Osprey brand is excellent) and getting a rain cover for it if you are walking anywhere in Galicia.
I used this pack this past April from Valenca to Santiago on the Variante Espiritual. The short answer is, “I loved it!” It is light and fit me perfectly. The hip belts have no padding, I was easily able to reach the storage compartment on the right. The shoulder straps have very little padding, the mesh vest like shoulder straps were very handy, the zippered one on the left will hold an iPhone 13 Pro but not the larger sized Pro Max. As Rita says above, the pack has to fit you and your needs. This one was great for me and fit everything I carried including a light duffel bag to pack the presents bought in Santiago. I used the 1.5 L Osprey water bladder and an Osprey rain cover!
