hiking backpack help?

Q. so im going to Africa, for alittle over a month. my team and I have been told to bring hiking back packs. i have no idea where to begin but im going to be packing a fair bit of clothing

I only have 3 weeks til I go so Im hesitant about buying things online

so here are some of the ones ive been looking at i guess
1*
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524443282030&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474396672271&bmUID=1210662862573&deptid=1408474396672192&ctgrid=1408474396672198&subctgrid=1408474396672271#product_aa

2*
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524443286407&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474396672271&bmUID=1210664061199&OmniCrossSell=0760645%20Outbound+Nootka+Backpack++55+L

3*
http://www.rei.com/product/764212

if anyone could help it would be greatly appreciated :)

any advice/tips would be awesome! (Ill be in Northern Uganda in the refugee camps)

-hollyy
we're told what to pack
we're packing our uniforms
i don't really have a choice, as far as the amount of clothing thats required

Answer
I have a brother in law (and his entire family) in Nigeria right now, and have been since last August and won't return until this July/Aug. I have had friends whose teenage kids spent 2-3 aweeks in Kenya with church groups as well. Since we don't know what you're up to over there, and you didn't ask for help or advice on that, I'll stick to the question:

Your question was about a backpack, so here is my advice:

If there is any way at all that you can go to an REI store or other similar store, I would recommend that. If the pack you get doesn't fit properly, you'll be miserable. If you must buy online, some of the online stores will offer "fit help" on the site - they'll tell you what size of torso works best for a particular pack. Definitely pay attention to the measurements.

That being said, you can get great deals from Sierra Trading Post, and their shipping is prompt. (REI is quick too). If you're worried about making sure you get the right pack, order 2 different ones, and send back the one you don't like:

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/311,66801_Marmot-Diva-35-Backpack-For-Women.html

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/311,85633_Indigo-Equipment-Betty-Rox-60-Backpack-For-Women.html

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/311,85818_Gregory-Maven-Backpack-For-Women.html

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/311,85850_Mountainsmith-Scarlet-Backpack-Internal-Frame-For-Women.html

There are tons more...

Good luck!

What is a good lightweight backpack for hiking?

Brian P

I am looking to start doing some lightweight hiking and camping and I am looking for a good internal frame pack that will hold enough clothing and equipment for my 7year old son and I for 2 days. If anyone has any input I would be most thankful.

Brian

Answer
a lightweight pack for 2 is going to be a little tough
if you pack a tent and two sleeping bags and pads, you are going to need some volume
I have a Jansport that is around 4200 cu in and It works pretty good for a 3 day trip in summer or 2 day in winter if weather is mild
try info at REI
they also carry some pretty good stuff
Campmor has some good prices
the best bet on a pack is to get all your stuff together that you think you will take and pack it all down to camping supply store and see what fits
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/backpack.html
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/backpacking+kids.html
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/camping
http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Home_

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