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What is the volume of each in liters?Hi,
I am really og seven minds. I have 2 backpacks, one large and one small. The small weighs 600 grams less than the larger one. All my stuff fits in both but in the small one there is not much extra room so I would maybe have to cut my baquette in 2 in order to fit it.
Which would you choose and why ?
Is that kg with all your gear? If so, either is very light.Weight is app 4,2 & 4,7
Is that kg with all your gear? If so, either is very light.
YES!can one be too extreme when aiming for ultra light?
I do realise that I am very light weight as it is, but I also have a scould I am afraid will give me problems. ON the other hand I am thinking as I am already low maybe just go with the big one and that I am being too extreme (can one be too extreme when aiming for ultra light?)
Bring the small backpack and gaffa tape this on the side for the baguette.Hi,
I am really og seven minds. I have 2 backpacks, one large and one small. The small weighs 600 grams less than the larger one. All my stuff fits in both but in the small one there is not much extra room so I would maybe have to cut my baquette in 2 in order to fit it.
Which would you choose and why ?
I’d definitely go with the smaller one. 32 liters ought to be plenty, and if it’s not, you’re taking too much stuff.32 & 44 bringing both puff and sleepingbag. Weight is app 4,2 & 4,7
they are equally comfortable but one is heavier
yes, theres side pockets but I was planning on using them for water
maybe I can hold the water till i have eaten the baquette....
Really? Huh. I almost didn't notice 3 litres of water on Levante and I know that I was carrying over 10kg at that time (with 2kg DSLR in front pack). I even carried few beer cans... Being 45 y/o, 180cm and 90kg. A lot to carry my own weight already...
As far as noticing 600 grams, when I got to Burgos I added a second fleece for warmth. It probably weighed about 300 - 400 grams. My total pack weight loaded, with water and camera, was 10 kg. I definitely noticed the added weight of that fleece and gave it away as soon as I was clear of the colder weather.
Crazy, yes, but I noticed the added weight. Perhaps it was all in my head, but so be it.Really? Huh. I almost didn't notice 3 litres of water on Levante and I know that I was carrying over 10kg at that time (with 2kg DSLR in front pack). I even carried few beer cans... Being 45 y/o, 180cm and 90kg. A lot to carry my own weight already
Crazy, yes, but I noticed the added weight. Perhaps it was all in my head, but so be it.
Really? Huh. I almost didn't notice 3 litres of water on Levante and I know that I was carrying over 10kg at that time (with 2kg DSLR in front pack). I even carried few beer cans... Being 45 y/o, 180cm and 90kg. A lot to carry my own weight already
Yes, maybe true. Also being a former rock climber. But a smoker and a drinker doesn't help much I'd sayYou are younger and have a much better height to weight ratio than many of us
i.e. I am almost 20 years older, shorter, heavier and not in best of health
Then it will weigh the same as the bigger one;-)Bring the small backpack at gaffa tape this on the side for the baguette.
Problem solved!
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All things being equal, save the empty pack weight, I recommend taking the smaller, lighter pack. For 'extra stuff' you should have a taffeta weight shopping bag or sling bag that you can deploy as needed. COnsider this one...
http://seatosummitusa.com/collectio...cts/ultra-sil-sling-bag?variant=7896122458140
It is available on Amazon as well, and in varied colors. It compresses to the size of a Kiwi fruit and rides in my right rucksack hip pocket. For six Caminos, it has worked like a charm, and for a multitude of uses....
"Stuff is stifling..." The more empty volume you are toting around, regardless of the weight, the more likely it will attract items that will increase carried weight. Nature abhors a vacuum. Empty space inte rucksack is like a vacuum. It sucks up unnecessary stuff...at least in my experience.
Hope this helps.
I’d definitely go with the smaller one. 32 liters ought to be plenty, and if it’s not, you’re taking too much stuff.
By the way, I’m assuming those weights are of the packs empty. Frankly, even if they are fully loaded weights, I’d still go with the smaller pack. I’d rather my pack be packed tightly rather than loosely. That way things don’t shift around when I’m walking.
As far as noticing 600 grams, when I got to Burgos I added a second fleece for warmth. It probably weighed about 300 - 400 grams. My total pack weight loaded, with water and camera, was 10 kg. I definitely noticed the added weight of that fleece and gave it away as soon as I was clear of the colder weather.
Then it will weigh the same as the bigger one;-)
BTW, I'm amazed at how many people seem to eat whilst walking. I love walking, but I also love to sit down with my baguette and spread some cheese on it.
All things being equal, save the empty pack weight, I recommend taking the smaller, lighter pack. For 'extra stuff' you should have a taffeta weight shopping bag or sling bag that you can deploy as needed. COnsider this one...
Hope this helps.
If your pack has side pouches, those are great for holding baguettes . I carry a water bottle in one pouch and a baguette in the other.Thank you guys. I think I will go with the smaller one as that seems to be the preferred. I was thinking the larger one when I posted, but it does seem stupid sorta.
I will get an extra smaller drybag or somesuch for extra stuff, also I previously bright an extra bag & just carried stuff in one hand but I figured on the harder walking sections this would just get really annoying. Maybe I will just eat my baguette before it ets annoying if that is the case
The tendency with a larger pack is taking more stuff. My larger pack 56 liters can carry comfortably up to 35 lbs. of stuff. I usually limit my stuff to a maximum of 8lbs. excluding food and water so my total weight up to 14lbs. That pack weighs 4.2 lbs. I can carry the same amount of stuff in my 1lb.5oz. pack 36 liters which comfortably carries 18lbs. and fill it up. My issue is I shop for other stuff usually at the end of the walk in Santiago for souvenirs and such. With my large pack I can continue to fill it for the trip home up to about 35lbs. With my small pack which is already full I have to get a check box for the souvenirs so I have one more item to carry on the plane. I prefer the large pack and carry it on.Hi,
I am really og seven minds. I have 2 backpacks, one large and one small. The small weighs 600 grams less than the larger one. All my stuff fits in both but in the small one there is not much extra room so I would maybe have to cut my baquette in 2 in order to fit it.
Which would you choose and why ?
I totally agree. I like to use my backpack compression straps to cinch my pack down as much as possible to keep the weight close to my back. Even though I have all the same things in my pack, sometimes it just doesn't fill right, so I readjust what's inside and tighten it up. I can imagine that having stuff hanging off would make my backpack feel off balance.Whichever pack you choose it should be large enough to include everything being able to fit INSIDE of the bag. No dangling stuff outside of the pack because there isn't enough room. Dangly bits hanging from a pack, like extra shoes, bags of groceries, etc, can make the pack shift around more, catch branches and bushes, throw off the center of gravity, and make the pack less comfortable.
Temporary placement of drying garments are understandable; some gear that is lashed to the pack, like a sleeping bag or pad, has been designed into some packs ... these are not what I am referring to.However, if what should normally be inside of the pack needs to be clumped onto the outside because the pack is too small, then there is no purpose and rationale for having a smaller pack.
Whichever pack you choose it should be large enough to include everything being able to fit INSIDE of the bag. No dangling stuff outside of the pack because there isn't enough room. Dangly bits hanging from a pack, like extra shoes, bags of groceries, etc, can make the pack shift around more, catch branches and bushes, throw off the center of gravity, and make the pack less comfortable.
If you take the smaller pack with just enough room then the possibility of someone slipping rocks into it at the start of the day is reduced.
Not that anyone would even think of that of course.
Rick has a nice sense of humor. That's one reason I married him. He sometimes teases me like I am his little sister. It's all in fun.This is for Peg ...
I can’t help thinking that you must be rather special, Peg ..
Does the excellently wicked sense of humour render you powerless to resist?
Is it more fun to join him than beat him? (that would be a pointless waste of effort)
Must be good for the tummy muscles, though ...
Rick has a nice sense of humor. That's one reason I married him. He sometimes teases me like I am his little sister. It's all in fun.
yes, that is what I am thinking, but then I really want to save the 600 grams :-|
@Pieces already has a very light pack. She said that the larger one, fully packed weighs just 4.7 kgLooking at your profile pic can l suggest you may save more than 600 if you cut your hair?
What you may do is buy a very small pack that yoj carty with you for stuff you need to take while walking during the day and have you medium or small pack taken forward every day. The price varies from 5 - 6 Euros and can help a lot in making the walks much easier and more comfortable.
I have a 890 litre pack which goes forward if l'm feeling the strain at all - mostly causes by too high temperature and l always have my tiny 'front' (l call it my front pack because that's where it goes when l carry my large pack) which has my tablet, water, a bit of food, etc. in it.
Yes, maybe true. Also being a former rock climber. But a smoker and a drinker doesn't help much I'd say
No!I do realise that I am very light weight as it is, but I also have a scould I am afraid will give me problems. ON the other hand I am thinking as I am already low maybe just go with the big one and that I am being too extreme (can one be too extreme when aiming for ultra light?)
I was going to say just that, take the larger one. It is easier in the end. Worth the 600g+ (but like you I ooooh and ahhhhhh e-ve-ry timethanks all, I can't really take out anything, as I really am down to a bare minimum...
I have decided to go with the larger one. Hard pressed the smaller one is only is more comfortable when it is not so stuffed. Also, as there are about 2 days without stores It would be nice to be able to fit a few choclate bars and a pack of biscuits
yes, it is not an easy one all these decisions. I spend 2 month deciding should i take the shoe size I had last time or ½ a size bigger
For your water, these are great! Got the idea from @David .
https://www.hipsta.com.au/
Never going back to bladders or bottles in side pockets.
We use them like this... (drinking tube below)
I like this. Great idea to add some weight to the front of your body, instead of more on the back!
The feedback is saying 'comfort'.I do realise that I am very light weight as it is, but I also have a scould I am afraid will give me problems. ON the other hand I am thinking as I am already low maybe just go with the big one and that I am being too extreme (can one be too extreme when aiming for ultra light?)
Walk 25km with both of them with a full load and choose the most comfortable...Hi,
I am really og seven minds. I have 2 backpacks, one large and one small. The small weighs 600 grams less than the larger one. All my stuff fits in both but in the small one there is not much extra room so I would maybe have to cut my baquette in 2 in order to fit it.
Which would you choose and why ?
I think that @Pieces has already finished her Camino...Walk 25km with both of them with a full load and choose the most comfortable...
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