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A choice of the right backpack will become your most helpful assistant on your journey. Because she knows how to minimize the weight you need to carry, thus saving your energy. After a few steps below, you will know how to choose a backpack that suits you.

Step1 It is a very crucial step to clarify the type of your trip, including: a Travel distance of travel b Travel season c Topography of destination, climatic conditions d Activities to be participated in travel.

Step2 determines the basic type of backpack

Soft Packs/Day Packs: These packs are basically medium and small in size and do not have any internal or external brackets. They don't have a good carrying system, just like what you do when shopping.

External Frame Backpacks: This type of backpack has a very strong external frame that provides good support between your backpack and your shoulders and hips. More evenly distributes weight between your shoulders and hips, making your life more comfortable. The backpack and carrying system (adjustable shoulder straps, belts, chest straps, etc.) are fixed on the frame of the backpack.

Internal Frame Backpacks: These types of backpacks move the stand inside the backpack, allowing the stand and backpack to blend together more closely. At the same time, it is better to distribute the weight between your shoulders and your buttocks with side-packed climbing bags. One is a large backpack with a volume between 50 and 80 liters; the other is a volume. Small backpacks between 20-35 liters, also called "surge bags." The large mountaineering bag is mainly used for transporting mountaineering materials in mountaineering, and the small mountaineering bag is generally used for high-altitude climbing or assaulting the peak. The mountaineering backpack is designed to deal with extreme environments. It is elegantly made and unique. It is generally thin and long. The back of the bag is designed according to the natural curve of the human body, so that the bag body is close to the person's back to reduce the pressure on the shoulder strap to the shoulders. These bags are waterproofed and will not leak even in heavy rain. In addition, mountaineering bags are used in mountaineering and are widely used in other adventure sports (such as rafting, crossing the desert, etc.) and long-distance travel.

Step3 determines the capacity of the backpack:

The ideal choice is of course to have a backpack that can hold up all your equipment and you can carry it (of course, not only to back, but to be able to carry back for several days). Do not choose too big a backpack, although it can hold more things. Volume: The volume of a backpack is often measured in "l" (L) units. Depending on the application, the volume can range from 30 liters (day-use) to 80 liters (long-range expedition). Most backpackers will use a backpack with a capacity of 50-60 liters because it is sufficient for general travel adventures.

Step4 About the design of the backpack:

Once you have decided on the type and volume of your backpack, the next step is to compare the different design and unique features of the different backpacks. The following elements can be considered:

Ease of use: Of course you need an easy-to-use backpack. Loading, taking and opening and closing should be very simple.

Functionality: At present, backpacks made by many manufacturers have volume adjustment function, so that you can better use your backpack. Perhaps a 50 litre backpack can be adjusted to achieve a volume of 60 liters. Most backpacks of this type have 50L+ or 50L+10 on the label. This design should include: longer straps (smaller items that can be tightened within the bag); expandable enclosures (to cope with increased equipment on the way); plug-in points (more equipment can be placed outside the pack) Small daily bag that can be detached freely.

Durability: Everyone wants a package that can be used for a lifetime, unless it is outdated and does not want to use her. Try to pay attention to whether the backpack's materials are made of durable materials, in particular, whether the stitches on the zipper side are firm and whether the reinforced straps, strap buckles, and bag bottoms are available. The HD number of backpack fabrics used is also an important index to measure the quality of backpacks. The number of HD shows the tightness of this kind of fabric weaving. Generally, the fabrics used in backpacks are mostly around 300--400HD, while the higher-grade fabrics use fabrics of 500HD or even 1000HD.

Waterproofness: Traveling will inevitably come into contact with rain or other people watering your bag, then a good backpack should certainly have strong waterproof performance. Although you can put a rain jacket on the bag or wear a raincoat that is large enough to cover your backpack, it is inevitable that your bag will still encounter wet backpack problems. Water resistance is not only related to the number of HD fabrics (the higher the HD number, the better the waterproofness), and more importantly, the waterproof coating inside the fabric. Nowadays, there are two kinds of PV and PU paints that are popular in the market. The performance of PU is better than that of PV. Of course, it will be more expensive, but it will be much better than pouring a pack of water.

Step5 Make sure she is right for you:

Carrying comfort is the most important factor in choosing a backpack. When picking, it is best to carry a full package, rather than just look at an empty bag. Keep the back of the backpack as close to your back as possible, and the backpack will become part of your body. Take a few steps to see if it's comfortable. Try several different backpacks and learn how to adjust the straps and belts from the salesperson to pick the one that is most comfortable for you.

These are just some of the attention problems when choosing a backpack. The most important thing is to rely on your own feelings, because the backpack is your only assistant when you are on the road (except for the boys to help you with your backpack.^_^). It's up to you!