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I did not know about lumbar packs!! I will check that out. I'm in Los Angeles, CA. I have never attempted any long hikes due to my inability to shoulder the packs, but this gives me hope!Have you tried lumbar packs? I've had a Marmot Walkabout for YEARS . Mountain Smith makes giant ones. They usually come with an optional single shoulder sling and are much higher capacity than a fanny/bum bag. They fit in the small of your back and I find them very comfortable. You haven't posted what country you're in. Out of the USA there may be other options.
Oh then lucky you, you should have plenty of places to try on lumbar packs, including of course - REI. There you can also find lumbar packs - Mountain Smith - in the camera pack department and they are usually larger capacity. (the internet is wonky tonight or I'd do more looking...)[/QUOTE][QUOTE="I'm in Los Angeles, CA.
Don't forget to look into military equipment. Armies have a long history of using wide and strong waist belts that they then clip various bags onto.
This is what I use:
It is light weight, has individual storage cells inside and plenty of options to attach things outside. It's made to ride on the hips (thus the wide waist belt. If adjusted correctly, there is little weight on the shoulders. The chest strap also assists in reducing excess tugging. Fully loaded, my pack is under 10kg not counting water.View attachment 12965View attachment 12965
Hello see:
https://www.radicaldesign.nl/en/products/walking-trailers/wheelie
https://www.google.pt/search?client=opera&q=Wheelie walking trailer&sourceid=opera&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&channel=suggest&gfe_rd=cr&ei=Vrj5U-3wE4as8wf4t4K4Aw&gws_rd=ssl#channel=suggest&q=Wheelie walking trailer&tbm=vid
http://www.randos-guide.com/rando-guide-erlea-voyage-94.html
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This option is more expensive but has multiusesAt €569.95 for a trailer? For half the price you can use a transport service for a month to deliver a suitcase, you wouldn't have to even buy a backpack! If you're going to use it for several long distance walks, then I could see justifying the cost of a wheeled cart.
Is that military grade? If so which forces? And where did you get it?
Hi, I have been doing a bit of research into back packs and looking at the advice given on this forum. I actually bought my pack today and just love it. Have a look at www.aarnpacks.com , I bought the fetherlite Body Pack which is different to your regular back pack in that the load is not on the shoulders at all. Best to just have a look as they explain it better than I can. It is a bit on the pricey side but if you are going to do a bit of walking I think it will be well worth it. They are made in New Zealand but sell world wide. Good luck.Hello everyone,
I had neck surgery awhile back, so I can't carry anything that puts any weight or stress on my shoulders. Is there such thing as a giant fanny pack? Any suggestions?
Hi, I have been doing a bit of research into back packs and looking at the advice given on this forum. I actually bought my pack today and just love it. Have a look at www.aarnpacks.com , I bought the fetherlite Body Pack which is different to your regular back pack in that the load is not on the shoulders at all. Best to just have a look as they explain it better than I can. It is a bit on the pricey side but if you are going to do a bit of walking I think it will be well worth it. They are made in New Zealand but sell world wide. Good luck.
... am intrigued by the Osprey Exos 48 ... lighter than the Kestrel 38 .. anyone tried one?