Eric Larsen, Polar Explorer, Educator, and Lecturer, Outside magazines Eco All Star (2008) A must-add gear guide for your backpacking book collection
Adjustability: Shoulder strap height is a rare but highly desirable option for hikers, because the balance of weight on your shoulders VS a hip belt is extremely important, and needs to be customized to tall, medium, and short people very carefully
Fully waterproof thanks to a waterproof Dyneema composite or polyurethane-coated fabric, or it includes a pack cover
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Backpacks that have too many zippers and compartments can change loads and shift weight, causing the child to develop unevenly and also causing pain. Durability: Youve seen how teens treat their backpacks
The pack that my 55lbs 9 year old carries is 2lbs10oz empty, so I plan for them to carry bulky things that dont make the weight go up too fast when possible