FAQS

WHAT IS THE BEST BACKPACK FOR HIKING?

This depends on many factors, such as the length of time you are hiking for, the length of your torso and the backpacks suspension, but Osprey is recommended as the best backpack for hiking.

ARE MEN AND WOMEN HIKING BACKPACKS DIFFERENT?

Yes, as women generally have smaller torsos and a different body shape, women backpacks are designed with a shorter length torso and the backpacks’ shoulder straps and hip belts are designed to fit a women’s body shape better.

WHAT IS A HIP BELT?

A hip belt is a part of a hiking backpacks suspension. It is designed to carry between 65% – 80% of the backpacks weight.  To ensure the hip belt is fitted correctly, the belt should be centred over the hip bone and needs to be secure.

WHAT ARE ALL THE STRAPS ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE BACKPACK FOR?

The additional straps on the outside of the hiking backpack can be used for carrying additional camping gear that is too bulky to fit inside the backpack. For example, a tent, rope, fishing rods etc.

ARE HIKING BACKPACKS WATERPROOF?

This depends on the brand of backpack. Some hiking backpacks are waterproof (meaning they can be completely submerged in water, while keeping the inside contents dry) , some are water-resistant and others come with waterproof protective covers that can be placed over the backpack, if it should rain.

 

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