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Q: Which overnight hiking/camping backpack is better?
am looking to buy a backpack for overnight weekend/weeklong hiking/camping. I am a beginner so bear with me. There are 3 packs on my local craigslist and I was wondering if you could tell me what would be the best buy.

They are the-

Jansport Cascade 65-

http://appleton.craigslist.org/spo/11600…

Jansport Rockies 100-

http://appleton.craigslist.org/spo/11600…

Jansport Purist 56-

http://appleton.craigslist.org/spo/11600…

I am thinking the main things I need is space for my sleeping bag, sleeping mat, and tent. Then I can just squish in the food clothes and water wherever.

I am quite poor and this is a relatively big investment for me so any and all help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for taking the time.

P.S.-

Ive been on one hiking expedition to havisupai in Arizona. It was 10 miles each way. I’m thinking of doing things similar to this.

If that helps at all

A: as far as pack choice goes, i personally think the lightest would be your best choice. just because it’s light doesn’t mean it’s not roomy. as far as price goes ( boy do i know the feeling of having to consider price above all else) buy the best pack you can afford.
personally i own a nebo wilderness 55 and it works great for weekends and week long trips. you just need to fine tune the packing and you can do anything with it.
good luck!

Q: What kind of backpack would you recommend for a camping/hiking beginner?
I am really interested in getting into camping and hiking. I’m very athletic so I enjoy the challange and hiking. I just dont know what size backpack I would need for my gear for like a 3 day camping trip. And also, if I wanted to just hike on local trails are daypacks good? What are they for really?

A: REI is an excellent resource for beginners looking to get into Backpacking they have expert advice, check lists for what you need and tons of gear for sale at all levels of pricing.

http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/camping

For a good backpack to handle a 3 day trip it is going to be bigger then a day pack you would use on a simple all day hike 7000ci vs 1500ci. and then there is internal frames vs external frames. All personal choices. REI has a rental program where you can try before you buy and they will assist you in fitting for just the right size pack for your needs.

local hikes are the best place to start you want to be familiar as much as possible with where you go so you can be as prepared as possible in my area this is a good link for hikes

http://www.localhikes.com/

Q: How can I get into hiking/backpacking/camping?
I’m interested in taking up hiking/backpacking/camping through parks and the woods, especially in Northern Maine. Does anyone have any ideas of how to get started? Small goals? What would I need as far as equipment?

A: Well, I started doing some camping with my father at a young age. I joined the scouts and things went from there. I would suggest something along those lines – find a local club or group that enjoys doing camping and backpacking. You’ll want to try camping first – backpacking is an acquired taste if you know what I mean. As far as hiking goes, go to an EMS (Eastern Mountain Sports) or REI or LL Bean, and purchase a good pair of hiking boots and a good day pack(it doesn’t have to be huge). Ask one of the sales associates to help you find the proper fit. Remember to break in your boots before hiking in them. Also get 2 Nalgene bottles – they’re great. Get a guide book – it will have loads of helpful info. Try a few short hikes in the area and work your way up. After awhile try some 4000 footers. Camping and backpacking require a lot more equipment and a bit more experience. Always camp with at least one other person – and see if you can start out by borrowing some gear. Don’t buy much until you’re sure you want to get into the sport.

Q: what is a good backpack for hiking/camping?
need one for:
hiking, camping, canoe camping, for a maximum of 3 days, mostly 1-2 days, though.

i don’t do any of that camping where you drive your car to the camp site, so i would need a backpack that can haul all my gear.

i live in Florida and don’t go out of state much.

prefer something with a hydration bladder and no more than $150, prefer $50-$100.

i know High Sierra and The North Face are good but what else and what models would be best for me?

A: If you’re using your backpack just for backpacking for 3 days, or mostly weekends, I wouldn’t buy anything with more than 50 or 60L. The model number of the backpack (ie. North Face Terra 60) is close to the number of Litres it contains.

If you buy bigger (70L, 80L), you can use it for expeditions, or for international travel with lots of souvenirs lol

If you buy it too small,you’ll end up strapping your tent and sleeping bag on the outside… this is NOT preferable as they can get wet if it rains, or they can get caught on trees, shrubs, rocks, or the envrionment you’re travelling by. Personally I like a backpack that has a zipper compartment for the sleeping bag in the bottom, and has zippers on the side for easy side access (so you don’t have to unpack your whole bag to get at things, or stuff something in).

I’d definately go to a store and try one on, and make sure to put 30 or 40lbs in it… at the end of the day, what makes a good pack is how it fits you when you throw your weight around wearing a weighted pack. An empty pack is quite different than a full one with how it feels. This is the most important thing to remember. Also packs vary in size by a litre or two bit depending on whether you buy a large, medium or small frame. Each brand and pack is different, so make sure you try them on, as a medium frame for one pack is often a large frame for another. For backpacking you want the weight to be transfered to your hips, so it shouldn’t all be resting on your shoulders… this is why choosing the correct frame size for the model of pack you choose is important.

I’ve had lots of packs over the past few years. Right now I’m using a Black Diamond 50L pack, and I love it, but it’s more designed for Mountaineering.

Arc’teryx makes some super cool dry backpacks, that are designed for being completely waterproof… they’re very expensive, but pretty interesting if you’re canoeing or sea kayaking.

Some of the brands I’ve had… all of which are good in their own way were:
Black Diamond
North Face
Serratus
Osprey
Arc’teryx
and a Mountain Equipment Co-op bag (the best one, but it’s Canadian)

The key point here to remember is the fit, not the brand name, is what makes a good pack vs. one that you regret buying and hurts your back.

Q: best hiking backpack for 3 days?
I was wondering if anyone knew what kind of hiking/camping backpack would be best for a three day camping trip.
Mostly how many liters would be good.
Thank you.

A: Look into the Osprey brands – they cannot be beat for comfort.
I would use the Atmos 50 or 65 for a 3 day trip.
You should try some on in a local sporting goods store to make sure of the fit – mens and womens models are cuts different due to differences in the hips and chest area.

Q: Any good place to go backpacking/camping/hiking in Wisconsin or Michigan?
I’m looking for a nice place to go hiking for a few days. Looking for a unique area that is fishing accessible and that would have a waterfall. I live in Illinois and I’m looking to take a trip out of state but somewhere close like Wisconsin or Michigan. Any ideas would be helpful.

A: http://www.exploringthenorth.com/hulbertlk/hulbert.html
I’ve stayed here many times.
close to Tahquamenon falls beautiful scenic trails and fishing and hiking.

http://www.exploringthenorth.com/tahqua/tahqua.html

Q: Anyone know any movies about camping, hiking, backpacking?
I’m in the mood for an outdoorsy type movie about something like camping or hiking and I’m drawing a blank on movies of this type…I dont want to watch anything about a summer camp but actual camping or hiking….doesn’t really matter what genre(horror, adventure, etc)….something along the lines of “Whitewater Summer” or “The River Wild” would be nice, but I’m open for any suggestions.

A: ‘Into the wind’ would be your best answer

Q: What is the ideal weight for a backpack fully packed for a one or two night camping/hiking trip?

A: you want to keep your backpack at 1/4 – 1/3 of your body weight. for example if you weigh 100 pounds, your back pack should weigh no more then 25 – 33 pounds.

Q: What’s your favorite place to go camping / hiking / backpacking near Colorado Springs, Colorado?
I live in Colorado Springs, and am planning some fun outdoor activities for the upcoming Spring & Summer. What’s your favorite place to camp, hike, and backpack in our area? So far, I’ve spent time camped in the bush by Lake George, 11 Mile, in Woodland Park, etc… But I’m looking to find some new spots! Hopefully something with a neat little lake nearby that lots of folks don’t know about yet, or maybe a secret hot springs hike? If you prefer to keep your spot quiet, feel free to email me. GPS Coordinates are welcome! I’m not a huge fan of designated campgrounds — and prefer rustic 4×4 camping & good old on foot backpacking.

A: I live in Indiana, but have a cabin outside of buena vista. When i go out in the spring, I enjoy a vist to lost lake. It by the continetial devide about a mile or two off of cottonwood pass.
I also enjoy 4×4 up to mary murphy mine, it by a little gohst town (St.elmo). There is also 4×4 trail (tincup) that comes out of St. Elmo. I could go on for days about bueatiful places in that area. These place are probally a 2 hour drive for ya.

Q: Where can i find a website or place I can go hiking/camping with a group of other teens?
I want to go backpacking/hiking up in the mountains this summer, where could i find group of people?

A: This link has been a great resource for me with great map and hike info.

http://www.localhikes.com/

Q: What are the best websites and outdoors stores for backpacking/outdoors/camping/hiking Pro Deals?
Hi there! I’m going to be working as a Ranger at Philmont Boy Scout Camp this summer, and I was just curious if anyone had any leanings toward any good websites or stores that had really good Pro Deals for us “Outdoor Professionals.” I’m a small-to-medium sized girl :-) Thanks!

A: There are a lot of good products to look for:

The ones that I would recommend are either Northface, Outlander, or ones of good quality like that.

http://www.altitude-sports.com/eng/storeSection/redirect.cfm?sectionID=b2c/search/categoryThumbnails.cfm&brandSelected=78&shopByBrands=Y&gclid=CND4–X1yZoCFQ9JagodCT5A3g
http://www.camping4less.com/pilot.asp

http://www.jet-setter.ca/en/brands/Eagle_Creek/index.html?gclid=COmkvoL2yZoCFR0SagodHm7P3A

Also feel free to take a look at my website at http://www.worldofbritishcolumbia.weebly.com

Q: do i need a CCW to carry a knife when hiking?
i was looking to do some hiking/backpacking/camping and one of the must have items is a good knife. I would use this knife for cutting wood mostly. so would i need a CCW? I was looking at a ka-bar knife that has a 8″ blade. i live in michigan, so would i need a CCW to carry this while hiking/camping?

A: No, you would not need a permit to carry the knife… but police don’t like it when you have in on you in public, so don’t wear it until you get to the area you’ll be hiking in.

Q: Why is hiking/backpacking/camping appealing?
I mean with TV and the internet and everything we have now why would anybody want to do any of that?

A: It is the ultimate relaxing get-away from the city, work, noise. Just to be in the wild and enjoying nature at its best. Whether you go to shoot guns, sit by a camp fire, go fishing, or sleep in a tent, it is something that everyone should try at least once. Its a renewing experience and you get exercise while doing it. Hiking is great exercise and you can see wildlife, listen to the water of a cold mountain river, and smell the fresh air. Then when you reach your destination you can camp there for a day or two and have fun without TV, cell phones, or computers. Its not for everyone, but if you go with the right people and give it a chance, it is totally worth it.

Q: Does anyone hike/backpack/camp with their kids?
I have a 1 year old and I think by next fall she’ll either be too big or too wiggly to be carried in the backpack carrier (Kelty Kids). Does anyone take thier toddlers hiking? Camping? Any suggestions? We go in the mountains of PA.

A: I took my son on his first hike at six months old, in a Snugli carrier, with a daypack on my back. A month later we went on our only backpacking trip using the same carrier. By the time he was 9 months old we’d switched to a Kelty Meadow KIDS carrier, which we used for two years for day hiking, but as my wife is too weak to carry the kid, we never were able to figure out how to go backpacking, unless I carried over 50 lbs, including the kid, which is too much for the Kelty Meadow.

We used the Kelty until he was 2 years & 5 months old when we tried to experiment to see how far he could walk, which was about 33% of the time, with 66% of the time riding on my shoulders, which wasn’t very comfortable. So we purchased a Sherpani Rhumba UL carrier for our vacation to Hawaii, at age 2 1/2, weight 30 lbs, and he rode in that about 66% of the time on several day hikes. (I don’t recommend that carrier because the stitching came out and we had to return it, but we did get a full refund.)

At around 2 years, 10 months he hiked about 75% of the way on a seven mile hike around Muir Woods NM, the rest on my shoulders. I don’t plan to put him in a carrier any more, but if we hadn’t had it in Hawaii our hikes would’ve been impossible.

We never had a problem with wiggliness. You are kind of torturing them if you keep them in there a long time, so we never did extremely long hikes, and always stopped and let him rest and play as much as possible, moving no more than 1 MPH over a whole day, their experience of the woods just as important as mine. He’d usually fall asleep in the carrier in the afternoon for an hour or two. We never felt the need to bring toys along to keep him quiet.

Q: What is a good lightweight backpack for hiking?
I am looking to start doing some lightweight hiking and camping and I am looking for a good internal frame pack that will hold enough clothing and equipment for my 7year old son and I for 2 days. If anyone has any input I would be most thankful.

Brian

A: a lightweight pack for 2 is going to be a little tough
if you pack a tent and two sleeping bags and pads, you are going to need some volume
I have a Jansport that is around 4200 cu in and It works pretty good for a 3 day trip in summer or 2 day in winter if weather is mild
try info at REI
they also carry some pretty good stuff
Campmor has some good prices
the best bet on a pack is to get all your stuff together that you think you will take and pack it all down to camping supply store and see what fits
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/backpack.html
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/backpacking+kids.html
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/camping

http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Home_

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