Brenda Ethier
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- Camino Porgugues September 2018
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Larger volume does not necessarily mean heavier, even within a brand. Some models will weigh less than in a 50 l. for example than a 40 liter in a different model. Buyer beware, always, always look at the pack’s weight, not just its volume.Do you need 56L, I ask as smaller volume pack are lighter? I would first look at the packing list and without the pack try to get it to about ten or less pounds including water. Then carry it all to a large hiking store and try out packs until you hit a good one.
I'm not sure that is true. According to osprey.com, the Kyte 36 (just for example) comes in XS.I have read that people like the Osprey backpacks on here, but they don't come any smaller than Small
My wife is of a similar stature and she uses a 30 litre pack weighing under a kilo or about 2 pounds. The Gregory which I think you might be considering looks to be 2.2 kilos or close to 5 pounds. I'm 6'4" and take a lightweight 50 litre pack myself.
As suggested put together what you really need and then see what size pack you need. You really don't want unnecessary weight - we aim for 5 kilos for my wife and 8 kilos for myself as maximums before adding water.
A good outdoor shop will usually let you take your purchase to try at home and return if it doesn't meet your expectations.
Buen Camino.
Hi Brenda, in my experience it's almost impossible to predict how a pack will fit without trying it out. Having previously walked with an assortment of borrowed and used packs I was surprised just how comfortable a well fitting light weight pack can be.
I enjoyed researching a shortlist beforehand but left the shop with a completely different pack which just felt 'right'- particularly how it sat on my hips. And they found it in a colour I could live with so I didn't have to wear the stripey lime green one!
Its a fine Camino from Porto, wishing you well with your pack choice and journey.
Hi I am 5” about 120 lb and i walked the camino frances in apr-may 2017 using an Osprey 40litre Tempest. I had 14 lb total weight. I had no issues with comfort or fit.I am 5' 1" (155 cm) tall and weigh about 115 lbs with a very short torso. I'm looking at a Gregory Women's backpack in XS which is 56 litres. Does this sound reasonable to hike the Camino Portugues? I have read that people like the Osprey backpacks on here, but they don't come any smaller than Small and according to another article I read, with my short torso, I would need an XS. I know I need to go and try them on, but just looking for a wee bit of guidance. This will be my first Camino, but I've hiked with a friend in Wales (Pembrokeshire Coastal Trail) and Ireland (Wicklow Way & Coastal Trail) and most recently, Les Sentiers de L'Estrie in the Eastern Townships of Quebec which was the most gruelling hike ever. We just did day hikes and stayed overnight on all these hikes. This time we are planning to do from Porto to Santiago, averaging 20 km a day.
Brenda
I am 5'2" I have just upgraded to a 40litre very lightweight backpack as I would like room to carry a bit of food instead of carrying an extra food bag.I am 5' 1" (155 cm) tall and weigh about 115 lbs with a very short torso. I'm looking at a Gregory Women's backpack in XS which is 56 litres. Does this sound reasonable to hike the Camino Portugues? I have read that people like the Osprey backpacks on here, but they don't come any smaller than Small and according to another article I read, with my short torso, I would need an XS. I know I need to go and try them on, but just looking for a wee bit of guidance. This will be my first Camino, but I've hiked with a friend in Wales (Pembrokeshire Coastal Trail) and Ireland (Wicklow Way & Coastal Trail) and most recently, Les Sentiers de L'Estrie in the Eastern Townships of Quebec which was the most gruelling hike ever. We just did day hikes and stayed overnight on all these hikes. This time we are planning to do from Porto to Santiago, averaging 20 km a day.
Brenda
I am 5' 1" (155 cm) tall and weigh about 115 lbs with a very short torso. I'm looking at a Gregory Women's backpack in XS which is 56 litres. Does this sound reasonable to hike the Camino Portugues? I have read that people like the Osprey backpacks on here, but they don't come any smaller than Small and according to another article I read, with my short torso, I would need an XS. I know I need to go and try them on, but just looking for a wee bit of guidance. This will be my first Camino, but I've hiked with a friend in Wales (Pembrokeshire Coastal Trail) and Ireland (Wicklow Way & Coastal Trail) and most recently, Les Sentiers de L'Estrie in the Eastern Townships of Quebec which was the most gruelling hike ever. We just did day hikes and stayed overnight on all these hikes. This time we are planning to do from Porto to Santiago, averaging 20 km a day.
Brenda
I am your height and just a few pounds lighter. I walked last autumn with a 35 liter Lowe Alpine back pack that has an adjustable back length. The sales assistant gave me a lot of time in selecting a suitable pack and adjusting it for my height. I found it very comfortable and adequate for a 500 km hike which included great heat, a small amount of rain, and cold weather on our last week, including one very frosty morning. It is extendable to 42 liters and on long days when we needed to carry more food and water (VDLP) I used some of the extra space, but not routinely.I am 5' 1" (155 cm) tall and weigh about 115 lbs with a very short torso. I'm looking at a Gregory Women's backpack in XS which is 56 litres. Does this sound reasonable to hike the Camino Portugues? I have read that people like the Osprey backpacks on here, but they don't come any smaller than Small and according to another article I read, with my short torso, I would need an XS. I know I need to go and try them on, but just looking for a wee bit of guidance. This will be my first Camino, but I've hiked with a friend in Wales (Pembrokeshire Coastal Trail) and Ireland (Wicklow Way & Coastal Trail) and most recently, Les Sentiers de L'Estrie in the Eastern Townships of Quebec which was the most gruelling hike ever. We just did day hikes and stayed overnight on all these hikes. This time we are planning to do from Porto to Santiago, averaging 20 km a day.
Brenda
I am 5' 1" (155 cm) tall and weigh about 115 lbs with a very short torso. I'm looking at a Gregory Women's backpack in XS which is 56 litres. Does this sound reasonable to hike the Camino Portugues? I have read that people like the Osprey backpacks on here, but they don't come any smaller than Small and according to another article I read, with my short torso, I would need an XS. I know I need to go and try them on, but just looking for a wee bit of guidance. This will be my first Camino, but I've hiked with a friend in Wales (Pembrokeshire Coastal Trail) and Ireland (Wicklow Way & Coastal Trail) and most recently, Les Sentiers de L'Estrie in the Eastern Townships of Quebec which was the most gruelling hike ever. We just did day hikes and stayed overnight on all these hikes. This time we are planning to do from Porto to Santiago, averaging 20 km a day.
Brenda
Hi Brenda.I am 5' 1" (155 cm) tall and weigh about 115 lbs with a very short torso. I'm looking at a Gregory Women's backpack in XS which is 56 litres. Does this sound reasonable to hike the Camino Portugues? I have read that people like the Osprey backpacks on here, but they don't come any smaller than Small and according to another article I read, with my short torso, I would need an XS. I know I need to go and try them on, but just looking for a wee bit of guidance. This will be my first Camino, but I've hiked with a friend in Wales (Pembrokeshire Coastal Trail) and Ireland (Wicklow Way & Coastal Trail) and most recently, Les Sentiers de L'Estrie in the Eastern Townships of Quebec which was the most gruelling hike ever. We just did day hikes and stayed overnight on all these hikes. This time we are planning to do from Porto to Santiago, averaging 20 km a day.
Brenda
I just bought a 36l Osprey XS-S. Am same size as you. Large enough. Don’t go for more than 40l. You won’t need it. Test walked with 2/3 of load. Love my packI am 5' 1" (155 cm) tall and weigh about 115 lbs with a very short torso. I'm looking at a Gregory Women's backpack in XS which is 56 litres. Does this sound reasonable to hike the Camino Portugues? I have read that people like the Osprey backpacks on here, but they don't come any smaller than Small and according to another article I read, with my short torso, I would need an XS. I know I need to go and try them on, but just looking for a wee bit of guidance. This will be my first Camino, but I've hiked with a friend in Wales (Pembrokeshire Coastal Trail) and Ireland (Wicklow Way & Coastal Trail) and most recently, Les Sentiers de L'Estrie in the Eastern Townships of Quebec which was the most gruelling hike ever. We just did day hikes and stayed overnight on all these hikes. This time we are planning to do from Porto to Santiago, averaging 20 km a day.
Brenda
Yes, and yet alive and well, so I thought I'd put in a quick-and-dirty set of tools for those presently attracted to the question.This thread is three years old now and the backpack probably bought.
Sometimes a large volume pack actually weighs less than a smaller volume pack, so that's not the only consideration.Gee. How much stuff do you want to take? I’m the same hight and is d an Osprey 36 L. Big enough. No need for 56. Way to big. My bag weight 5.5kg plus my water bottle which I attached on the shoulder strap in the front to have less weight on the back. Didn’t feel the bottle at all. Absolutely loved my Osprey. Tried so many bags. The shop assistant will help you find the right size and fit it for you. She put about 6kg into my bag and the moment I had it strapped on I knew that I found the right one. Hardly felt the weight.
I wouldn't say alive and well....Only on life support and with assistance of artificial respiration.Yes, and yet alive and well, so I thought I'd put in a quick-and-dirty set of tools for those presently attracted to the question.
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