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Large backpacks:
>Increase spinal compression, traps heat on the back, gear is not accessible without taking it off, weight all concentrated in one place, gets in the way if you're in town or on a train
If you're using a packable compressible sleeping bag, and are using a bivy or light tent, there is no need for a giant backpack, it's much better to carry shit the traditional way (belt/hip/thigh pouches and straps for heavy items + bandolier with pouches + optionally cargo clothes with lots of pockets). This is far more ergonomic (weight loaded near center of mass, dispersed weight distribution, removes pressure point on shoulders, convenient access and organization of gear). You can still carry a smaller civilian backpack for bulkier items. You also don't look homeless this way when you leave the woods to visit town.
Total hiking backpack death
>Increase spinal compression, traps heat on the back, gear is not accessible without taking it off, weight all concentrated in one place, gets in the way if you're in town or on a train
If you're using a packable compressible sleeping bag, and are using a bivy or light tent, there is no need for a giant backpack, it's much better to carry shit the traditional way (belt/hip/thigh pouches and straps for heavy items + bandolier with pouches + optionally cargo clothes with lots of pockets). This is far more ergonomic (weight loaded near center of mass, dispersed weight distribution, removes pressure point on shoulders, convenient access and organization of gear). You can still carry a smaller civilian backpack for bulkier items. You also don't look homeless this way when you leave the woods to visit town.
Total hiking backpack death
