Tourist backpack: making the right choice

Any preparation for rest in nature should begin with a hiking backpack, combining such practical qualities as spaciousness and strength, lightness and waterproofness and, of course, convenience, because throughout the tourist walk you will have to carry an accessory on yourself. A well-chosen backpack will be the reliable companion of a lover of natural beauty, who will never want to throw out because of the pain in the back, discomfort in the lower back and stiffened limbs.

Types of backpacks: assess the benefits

And backpacking proved to be advantageous in all respects, it is necessary to understand the main types of these tourist accessories.

• "colons" look like a tarpaulin bag that has no shape, but is equipped with two straps. In case of purchasing such a bag, it is important to take into account that at maximum load, it is extremely inconvenient to wear it, and there is nothing to say about running or performing other active actions.
• Anatomical backpacks boast a streamlined shape, a practical backrest and screeds that regulate capacity. Thanks to the belt, the transfer of heavy objects is noticeably facilitated, and the chest screed fixing the straps ensures the stability of the accessory.
• the basis of models of easel type is a frame made of aluminum alloy or plastic, which allows you to redistribute the load and gives the bag a shape. Due to the rigid design, this is an indispensable option for long routes on foot if you need to carry impressive things. The only disadvantage is a high level of injury.

The size of the backpack: Does it matter?

Before you start choosing an accessory, it is important to clearly understand for what purposes and needs the purchase is made. To do this, it is necessary not only to determine the duration and range of the hike, but also a specific type of tourist walk. Also, do not forget about the individual level of physical fitness, gender and age category.

The dimensions of the backpack should be calculated in accordance with the above factors. For example, for a three-day hike, a bag with a capacity of 40 liters will be enough, if a long hike is made by a representative of the fair sex, you can safely take a 60-70-liter, a man will suit the volume of 20 liters more.

Important operational qualities are the key to the success of a tourist trip

The best models that can withstand the longest possible tourist walks should have the following characteristics:

• waterproof fabric with silicone or PU coating, as well as the presence of a built-in rain cover;
• Zippers are zippers that lock onto a lock. This will ensure the safety of valuable items such as a camera or tablet;
• compartments, preferably in the amount of several pieces to save time to search for a particular thing;
• built-in frame responsible for the strength of the structure. Soft, completely without a frame, as well as models with protruding metal frames, it is better to avoid, preferring flexibility, repeating movements and a small weight;
• loincloth belt, which should be adjustable, with an optimal ratio of softness and rigidity and harmonious in length and width. The convenience of the above qualities is easy to determine: it is enough to try the product on yourself when buying.
• shoulder straps shall be wide to ensure uniform and painless load distribution;
• back ventilation system - ideally, such a "chip" is mandatory in order to avoid limited air flow to the back of the tourist.

Summing up, it should be noted that when buying a backpack, like any other thing, you need to inspect the product for the presence of a defect, paying attention to the quality of the seams. And it is necessary to assess the convenience of the accessory only with an individual fit of all adjustments and a good load. Low injury risk, flexibility and adjustable volume, as well as wear comfort are the main factors for.