Thinking about getting this pack for my wife who is about 5'6"/ 130lbs. This would be her first pack for 2-3 days hiking trips. Any opinions?
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Might not be the most comfortable for someone her size. I'm 6' even and 150lbs, and feet me extremely well. Could work out, but the side straps may sit at an awkward position.
1797875
It's a bit small for a 3 day pack for a beginner, especially if you put a sleeping bag inside the pack. I use it for up to a week at times, but I'm bordering on the edge of being an extreme minimalist. It should do fine for overnights, but it is pretty small.
1797876
It's a great pack!!! Holds a lot, sturdy and the pack itself is light weight before all your gear is loaded up.
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My daughter is 5' 9" and it is just about right for her lengthwise. My feeling is that it would be too long for her. Just my opinion though. Thanks for the inquiry. Hope it helps.
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Hello Jarrad. I have traveled with it now for some months. It is fairly durable. It's a little bulky for my comfort and doesn't sit on my hips too well (5'3" 120 lbs) . But, should do the job fairly well.
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I'm 5'10" fits me well. Should work, volume is a little small for 2-3 days, but if you don't mind carrying some of her load or go minimalist.
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I just recently ordered this pack last year and i'm 5'6/ 175lbs and it worked great for me. It has very comfortable shoulder straps and an ergonomic fit. perfect for 2 day hiking trips!!!
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I don't think it would be sturdy enough. I have hiked with it, and the bottom of the pack does not have much support. Also, the zippers get stuck and the zipper on the top pouch even broke. I would upgrade to something better.
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This is anice pack, but it is strictly a day hiker backpack for women or children. At 25 liters it is very small in person and does not hold very much gear. We actually sent it back, and exchanged it for the Teton Sport Scout 3400 for my wife which was a great pack for an extended hike.
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This pack will be great for a hike of that duration. My wife and I used one each on an overnight hike bringing WAY more than we needed and they were excellent.
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I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to take it off your back completely. I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to... » Read More I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to take it off your back completely. « Show Less
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No, this would not be a good pack for carrying that much weight. I bought it to take on the Camino in the fall. It was great for afternoons and evening just to carry light weight personal items. The beauty of this pack is that is can be condensed. The straps are not very well padded. It is not intended to be used as a main back pack. More of a travel accessory.
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Having used this pack in the Army, I would recommended getting the frame. 40lbs should feel OK but the heavier you go you'll want more padding.
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Its a very solid pack but a bit on the heavier side as a result. For longer distances it might be better to find something a bit lighter, but if cost is an issue than this is 100% the way to go
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Im 6'3" and large frame at 300lbs and wear this pack higher on the shoulders with 30-40lbs of gear and it fits comfortable, hiked a few miles without issues.
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I am 5'8" and 185 lbs. I got the medium/large and it fits well. I assume the small/medium will work for you. This pack does not come with the rain cover, so I bought one at the time I got the Coyote 80. It is a very nice pack. I like it a lot! The only thing I wish it had was a separate top and bottom compartment. I hate digging for things on the bottom. BUT, for the price and all the other options on this pack, like large outside pockets, access to the inside from the front, and a large pocket on the front, it is the best pack I could have gotten myself. It is also extremely comfortable on the hips and shoulders. Hope this helps...Merry Christmas! HoHoHo! I am 5'8" and 185 lbs. I got the medium/large and it fits well. I assume the small/medium will work for you. This pack does not come with the rain cover, so I bought one at the time I got the Coyote 80. It is a very nice pack. I like it a lot! The only thing I wish it had was a separate top and bottom compartment. I hate digging for things on the bottom. BUT, for the price and all the other options on this pack, like large outside pockets, access to the inside from the front, and a large pocket on the front, it is the best pack I could have gotten myself. It is also extremely... » Read More I am 5'8" and 185 lbs. I got the medium/large and it fits well. I assume the small/medium will work for you. This pack does not come with the rain cover, so I bought one at the time I got the Coyote 80. It is a very nice pack. I like it a lot! The only thing I wish it had was a separate top and bottom compartment. I hate digging for things on the bottom. BUT, for the price and all the other options on this pack, like large outside pockets, access to the inside from the front, and a large pocket on the front, it is the best pack I could have gotten myself. It is also extremely comfortable on the hips and shoulders. Hope this helps...Merry Christmas! HoHoHo! « Show Less
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Well, I'm a very small man [5'6" and approximately 130lbs] and it's great for me. The pack is incredibly minimalistic, so the only weight comes from water and whatever she carries in the pockets.
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In my opinion it is a great buy. I am 5'7 and have a short waist and at times it can be alot for me to handle. Because of its size it can tend to get heavy fast. It is a backpack he can grow into though, because it does have adjustments for all the straps, buckles and on back supports. Depending on if my load is heavier or lite, I can adjust to suit my needs. So for this price I think it offers allot of flexibility for adjustment.
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NO. Bought for my wife who is the SAME measurments as you and it did not work very well as it's non-adjustable. You'll need a pack that's adjustable if you're not going to go into a store to physically try on for best fit. Getting a pack that doesn't fit right is the best way to ruin a hiking/trekking/backpacking trip, TRUST ME.
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I use mine for 3 night hikes, with my hammock, sleeping bag(in a compression sack, otherwise it wouldnt fit), stove, water filter, etc. Anymore than 3 nights i would suggest the next size up but i always push myself to go lightweight
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I will say - yes, this pack is too large for you, would not be comfortable. I am 5' 9", 170 pounds, regular build, and this pack feels bulky on me. I do hike with it only because it holds so much gear. The two smaller models do not easily handle long lenses.
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Yeah! A perfect 3day pack. I hiked the npt trail with it 2 summers ago, which consisted of 9 days with food, tent, sleeping bag and rain gear, and It was maxed for space, but still comfy all 9days.
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My son used it for a 5 day wildernes trip, but we hadably to scale down his load because he only weighs 65lbs. It could easily carry 70-80 lbs of gear. would say you can make it work if you are only taking limited clothing and food. If you are not caring much food or cooking supplies, I think it will work great. There are lots of pockets for toiletries and personal items. A 30 degree bag in a stuff sack fits in the sleeping bag section perfectly. I am 5'5" and the pack length fits me very comfort