Looking for a pack for a young teen ager. Would prefer Osprey but open to other options on quality packs.
Osprey Day Pack or Smaller Hiking Pack
RangaWal on 05/07/2021 - 20:20
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probably best to ask on facebook groups like gear freak australia and any of the hiking groups. Personally i have an Osprey talon 44 which i use for both single day and multi day hikes. For smaller ones I use my Salomon running vest.
I think osprey 30 is the sweet spot but may be too big for young teen
I was thinking about 30 also. Will have to keep my eye out.
is this for hiking? school? combo?
Does the kid have a bigger pack for hikes?
IMO 30L is the sweet spot for day packs. Just make sure its wide enough to fit a ring binder/folder..
Depends what they're taking. If I go with a kid I usually carry everything for the two of us (tent, cook gear, food, etc) and they just carry their own mat, sleeping bag and clothes (and water) which works ok in a cheaper backpack. That makes it fairer with speeds too - when they get older I'll start loading them up more.