Comments on: How to Buy an Awesome Hiking Backpack

By: Carey

Carey — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 06:06:51 +0000

My pleasure Jackie. I know how confusing the entire process is – I glad I could make easier. Even if only a little bit

By: Jackie

Jackie — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 13:09:27 +0000

Thanks for the tips! Finally I have figured out what backpack size to pick for my body type

By: Carey

Carey — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 06:38:24 +0000

Hi Sterling,
I’m glad you like our blog, and thank you so much for taking the time to visit. I’m not personally familiar with the brand Aiquille ALpine, but your recommendation is well received! Nothing beats real world product testing. I wasn’t able to find it at some of the retailers in the U.S. Perhaps it’s not available in the States yet? Keeping my eye out for them though….

By: Sterling

Sterling — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 05:49:55 +0000

I would always recommend Aiguille Alpine rucksacks, there great! No fancy stuff but indistuctable, mine has been everywhere with me and never let me down. Very waterproof, hasn’t rotted despite the jungles best attempts and no rips or tares, even after many hours rolling around in buses/trains/planes.

Very simple design (depending on type) just one large compartment and a under lid zip pocket. The shape of the compartment is the same at top and bottom, making the rucksack easier to pack than more modern designs where the top is thinner than the bottom. Also almost nothing to fail, one zip, two clips and a draw cord.

If your going on a long trip, and want something light and robust then I can’t recommend them enough! Also comparatively reasonably priced.

Loving the blog, keep it up!