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mucmacdog

Rucksack/backpack.

22 Jul 2010 02:25 # 1

I'm wondering what sort of bag pack is good for Irish climate use? I'd be using it for hiking everywhere. If anyone has info or experience of 70ltr +/- packs i'd appreciate some feedback.

Declan Craig

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

22 Jul 2010 06:34 # 2

Any of the big name brands are fine, Lowe, Berghaus, Deuter. 50 litre should be more than adequate for anything including camping (if you don't have enough room in 50 litre you're carrying too much stuff you don't need), having said that a way smaller sac, about 25 litres should be fine for day hikes.

Dec

tony barry

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

22 Jul 2010 15:45 # 3

Declan, you obviouly learned nothing from Ali G doing your ML, a 70 litre day sack is essential and you need at least 90 litres + a 15 litre extension if you are going for one night.
Tony B

aj mcdonagh

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

22 Jul 2010 19:48 # 4

I prefer a larger bag as I like to bring the kitchen sink and large stove to cook a dinner.. You need to have your comforts on the hills

But really, I tend to walk or climb with a 50ltr bag. I have lowe or a bag from Decathlon which I use most of the time.
Climb safe and enjoy the hills

mucmacdog

Re[2]: Rucksack/backpack.

24 Jul 2010 12:35 # 5

Quote:

I prefer a larger bag as I like to bring the kitchen sink and large stove to cook a dinner.. You need to have your comforts on the hills

Thats my basic idea. I have a smaller 40ltr for hiking and climbing but I need somthing with a bit more umph. Probably since my tent is the size of a small planet. Thanks for the help.

Declan Craig

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

23 Jul 2010 07:04 # 6

The important thing is to have as much gear as you possibly can hanging off the back of the rucksack and to wear a big red lumberjack shirt over a thermal top and a nice brand new pair of beige mountain trousers, then you're ready for the hills Wickla style

robmckim

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

23 Jul 2010 12:56 # 7

This is all good advice but I prefer a more light weight approach. I find a 20Litre pack for food and clothing is fine. Then just bungee everything else onto the outside. Your tent can go underneath and the constant banging against your thighs reminds you its there. Thermorest tied to the top, also useful to rest your head on. And things like mugs and compasses can be tied to the bag and make an entertaining jingling noise that will keep all annoying wildlife at bay! dib dib dib

...On a serious note I like Millet (French Brand) http://www.millet.fr/catalog/materials/backpacks-c-16-l-1.html

message edited by robmckim (23 Jul 2010 13:09)

tony barry

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

23 Jul 2010 23:32 # 8

Seriously 50 litre is the job, not too large for taking on a hike but perfect for a couple of nights on the hills,a winter slog and lugging your gear and ropes to Glendo. I have a Lowe Randoy 50 which is pretty versatile and hardwearing. You can remove the waste belt if you want to skinney it down. If [when] i buy another I would probably go for a lighter pack but this would probably not give the wear and tear.
Tony B
p.s. Rob do Millet sacks have twin turbo!

lloydm

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

24 Jul 2010 00:12 # 9

I have a 45 + 10 litre Deuter Guide for sale if you are interested. Only used about 5 times so is like new. http://www.deuter.com/en/products/33599_Guide45u_426_08_ENG.php

mucmacdog

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

28 Jul 2010 02:34 # 10

Yep how much?

Also wondering about these newfangled backpacks that are suspended from the back. Are the worth the coin?

lloydm

Re: Rucksack/backpack.

28 Jul 2010 23:24 # 11

75euro. You can contact me at treasurer@irishmountaineeringclub.org if you'd like to try it.

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