{"id":39098,"date":"2022-11-23T13:45:11","date_gmt":"2022-11-23T12:45:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test-01.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/how-to-pack-your-rucksack\/"},"modified":"2022-12-29T14:25:01","modified_gmt":"2022-12-29T13:25:01","slug":"how-to-pack-your-rucksack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-pack-your-rucksack\/","title":{"rendered":"How to pack your rucksack"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We\u2019re all too familiar with the trials and tribulations of a backpacker: Neck, back and shoulder pain is all part of a long day of walking. But, it doesn\u2019t don\u2019t have to be! It\u2019s high time you <strong>put a stop to all that pain so that you can have fun again on your outdoor adventure!<\/strong> And, you can do just that by adjusting your rucksack correctly and using the <strong>right packing strategy.<\/strong> In the following, we\u2019re going to show you a few tricks on how to adjust and pack your rucksack properly so that the contents of your pack are balanced and you are <strong>comfortable<\/strong> on the trails!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-importance-of-properly-packing-your-rucksack\">The importance of properly packing your rucksack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In order for you to be comfortable and feel secure in difficult terrain, you need a <strong>well-balanced load<\/strong>. Hopping from stone to stone, crossing a river or climbing require a <strong>good sense of balance<\/strong>, and it is exactly that which can be very easily disrupted by a poorly-packed rucksack. It can force you to lean forward to keep your balance or even make you feel as though you were tipping over. A <strong>properly fitted and packed rucksack is easier for you to control<\/strong>. Keep in mind: if it\u2019s poorly packed, it will control you! In other words, properly packing is not only a matter of comfort but also of <strong>safety<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-most-important-rules-of-packing\">The most important rules of packing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing systematically is the only way to go! Proper balance and control depend heavily on your ideal centre of gravity. If your centre of gravity is too high or too low, you\u2019ll end up battling with your own pack and lose valuable energy as a result. Plus, it\u2019s <strong>flat-out uncomfortable<\/strong>. If you pack too many heavy items toward the top of the rucksack, it will rock back and forth on your back. If they\u2019re too far to the outside, you\u2019ll run the <strong>risk of tipping over backwards<\/strong>, and if items that are too heavy are positioned too far back, this will put quite the strain on your body.<img class=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"\" height=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-weight.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-weight-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"How to pack your rucksack\" class=\"wp-image-1747\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Favourable load distribution.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Thus, it is important to place <strong>the heaviest pieces of equipment close to your upper back<\/strong>, as this places the load\u2019s centre of gravity closer to the body\u2019s centre of gravity. Heavy pieces of equipment are things like your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/tents\/\">tent<\/a>, camera or a heavy food bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Light, but bulkier items<\/strong>, such as your sleeping bag or back-up shoes, should be packed at the <strong>base of the rucksack<\/strong>. <strong>Medium-weight items<\/strong>like clothing should be stored in the <strong>middle away from your back<\/strong> and <strong>small items in the lid compartment<\/strong> or in the side pockets. It\u2019s best to pack the light items around the heavier ones to stabilise them and prevent anything for shifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/daypacks\/\">Daypacks<\/a> and backpacks under 30 litres needn\u2019t be packed as meticulously, as they\u2019re not suitable for large loads, anyway. Loads that are that small don\u2019t have such a negative effect on your body\u2019s centre of gravity as heavier ones do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rucksack-fitting\">Rucksack fitting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the beginning of my \u201coutdoor career\u201d, I, too, had wondered what all the buckles and straps were for &#8211; <strong>a lot of pointless dangling?!<\/strong>, it seemed to me. In fact, I found them so pointless that I grabbed a pair of scissors and cut off the load adjuster straps, sternum strap and hip belt. Take that! But, not too long thereafter and with a bit more experience under my belt, I realised how beneficial it can be to have so many adjustment options, especially when it comes to comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoulder-straps\">Shoulder straps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One such option that all packs have in common is the <strong>shoulder straps<\/strong>. Every rucksack, even the super lightweight models have adjustable shoulder straps so that you can prevent it from <strong>slipping off your back<\/strong>.<img class=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"\" height=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-positioning.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-positioning-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"How to pack your rucksack\" class=\"wp-image-1744\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The load lifters can be adjusted on the go.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hip-belt\">Hip belt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>hip belt<\/strong> can have a significant effect on how you carry the load. If the hip belt is fitted properly, it will <strong>reduce the load your shoulders are forced to bear<\/strong>, thereby literally taking the load off both your mind and body. After all, the hips are supposed to carry some of the load as well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sternum-strap\">Sternum strap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, the hip belt can be expanded or shortened using additional straps. The <strong>sternum strap<\/strong>, on the other hand, will come in especially useful when you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/walking-poles\/\">walking poles<\/a>. It will not only give your arms <strong>added mobility<\/strong> but also stabilise the entire rucksack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-load-lift-straps\">Load lift straps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>load lifter straps<\/strong>, which connect the top of the rucksack to the shoulder straps, may be often overlooked, but they play a significant role in stabilising the load and making you comfortable. When pulled, the rucksack is brought closer to your body, thereby reducing the <strong>angle of the load<\/strong> and stabilising the pack so that it doesn\u2019t <strong>move around as much<\/strong>.<img class=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"\" height=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-wrong-supine-position.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-wrong-supine-position-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"How to pack your rucksack\" class=\"wp-image-1749\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here, the back length needs to be reduced.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-correct-back-length\">The correct back length<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>However, even with the best adjustments, it\u2019s all for naught without the <strong>correct back length<\/strong>. The beginnings of the shoulder straps should be positioned in between your shoulder blades, whilst the hip belt (which will be described in the following paragraph) should rest comfortably on your hip bones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If the shoulder straps are hovering over your shoulder blades<\/strong> or if they\u2019re too short, the back length needs to be adjusted, provided the pack has an adjustment system (e.g., the Bergans Spine System or the Lowe Alpine Axiom System).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-guide-to-fitting-your-rucksack\">Guide to fitting your rucksack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Now<\/strong>, it\u2019s time to adjust the <strong>shoulder straps<\/strong> to your body so that you can comfortably stretch your arms out in front of you. Then you can check to see if the load is really resting around your hips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>After that, clip on and tighten the sternum strap<\/strong> so that the shoulder straps rest comfortably around your shoulders. You can put the <strong>finishing touches on the fit by adjusting the load lifter straps<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-Set-right-part1.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-id=\"39099\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-Set-right-part1.jpg\" alt=\"How to pack your rucksack\" class=\"wp-image-39099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-Set-right-part1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-Set-right-part1-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Step one: Adjust the hip belt. If everything else is loose, the hip belt should hold the load.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-Set-right-part2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-id=\"39103\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-Set-right-part2.jpg\" alt=\"How to pack your rucksack\" class=\"wp-image-39103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-Set-right-part2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-Set-right-part2-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Step two: Adjust all other straps.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind: since your posture tends to vary depending on whether you\u2019re going uphill, downhill or straight ahead, rucksacks give you the option of experimenting with the load lifter straps, sternum straps and shoulder straps to determine the best fit for your current posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-women-keep-in-mind\">What should women keep in mind?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-sternum-strap.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bergfreunde.de\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/backpack-sternum-strap-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"How to pack your rucksack\" class=\"wp-image-1748\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The height of the sternum strap can usually be adjusted.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Most outdoorsy women have surely already noticed that most rucksack brands have <strong>models for women<\/strong>, and for good reason: the anatomy of a woman is much different from that of a man. The most significant differences include the <strong>smaller back length<\/strong> and a <strong>women\u2019s specific contoured hip belt<\/strong> to accommodate the female body type.<img class=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"\" height=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, you\u2019d also have the option of <strong>positioning the sternum strap somewhat higher<\/strong> than you would on men\u2019s models so that nothing gets squished. This option could also be an argument in favour of men using a women\u2019s rucksack or vice-versa. Some are just more comfortable than others!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Use these tips and be ready for your next hill walk or trekking tour! Believe me, your back, neck and shoulders will thank you. Plus, you\u2019ll have so much more fun out there on the trails!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"a-button a-button--green block\" title=\"Find the right backpack for every purpose\" href=\"https:\/\/www.alpinetrek.co.uk\/backpacks\/\">Find the right backpack here &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019re all too familiar with the trials and tribulations of a backpacker: Neck, back and shoulder pain is all part of a long day of walking. But, it doesn\u2019t don\u2019t have to be! It\u2019s high time you put a stop to all that pain so that you can have fun again on your outdoor adventure! 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