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How to Properly Fit Your Backpack for Hiking and Backpacking

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How to Properly Fit Your Backpack for Hiking and Backpacking

577,146 views April 25, 2020 12:20

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Having a properly fitting backpack is a critical component of your comfort on the trail. So in this video, I'm showing you how to properly fit your backpack for hiking and backpacking. Check out the Mariposa 60L backpack review: youtu.be/TMUuvhv_tmY?si=1aKc4CHNGlOuLzV0

1:00 - What to buy?
1:32 - Torso size and getting the right sized bag
2:59 - What do all these straps do?
3:31 - Fitting the hip belt
4:55 - Adjusting the shoulder straps
5:38 - Adjusting the frame
8:12 - Adjusting the load
9:32 - Chest strap

Produced by Heliconia: http//www.heliconia.ca/
Contact: [email protected]

Made possible with the support of Ontario Creates: ontariocreates.ca

Gear used in this video includes: Mystery Ranch backpacks, Adidas Terrex

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BackpackingTV published this 12:20 video tutorial on April 25, 2020. It has been watched 577,146 times on YouTube.

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April 25, 2020
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