adrianr84 Posted November 27, 2014 Share Posted November 27, 2014 Looking at different backpacks for next year and there is so much choice itals confusing lol Im looking to get one with a detachable daypack but not sure what size or make. What size does everyone use? I was thinking maybe 65l + cos will have sleeping bag etc.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoll Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 I'm pretty sure mine is 45litres plus day pack although I don't use the day pack any more. Mine was not quite full yesterday and weighed 15.5kg. It's a Kathmandu very much like this - so it could be 50+15 I suppose. http://www.kathmandu.co.uk/packs-and-bags/entrada-pack-v2-midnight-blue-1.html I really like my pack but I haven't needed to put a sleeping bag in it - there's a bottom compartment which I ise for shoes but it'd take a lightweight sleeping bag I should think. Whichever one you go for, try it on in the shop and ask them to put 20kg in it so you can see how the harness suits (I'm a short female so adjustability is important) i find the zip up strap cover invaluable for air travel having had straps ripped with previous generations of packs. This trip I invested in some Eagle Creek packing cells - very impressed! I like them and will definitely use them again. My son swears by his Kifaru ones but they're only available on line I got a couple of these sets http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/eagle-creek-pack-it-specter-cube-set-b2210146?id_colour=98 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Kash Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 Ive always used DaKine, right back from my snowboarding days and can recommend :cool: Not the cheapest but build quality and features are first class. Ive one about 12 years old which I still use every other day for tennis or going to the beach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 Someone put up a few links on my backpack thread if you want a look. I haven't a clue what I'm going to go for either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parley Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 MEI Voyageur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 I'd have a serious think about whether you are 'backpacking' or 'travelling' - if you are mostly going to be transiting by air (or even by train or bus) rather then trekking for miles then a wheeled holdall can actually be better. Some come with back straps too (although these are definitely a compromise and not as comfortable for hours of trekking as a proper rucksack) I got this when we did a RTW trip and it was perfect..http://www.aspenofhereford.com/high-sierra-freel-rolling-backpack-with-removable-day-backpack-finished-in-true-navy-royal-cobalt-and-ash?gclid=CjwKEAiA1-CjBRDOhIr_-vPDvQYSJAB48SmEFNfYxkwGZIGFk5DfxTl9iq4UwySVOJn-d4yl_WKWQBoCownw_wcB Depending on the airline if you zip the day bag off and put your lap top in it you can get away without checking luggage in. Superb quality and still going strong 6 years later and as well as being to Australia or back at least half a dozen times, I use it most weeks on business flights. It won't be as light as a rucksack but since in most situations you can wheel it then you are far better off, and it does have fairly decent back straps if you need them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattD Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 I've just brought a Berghaus 60+10 for my trip. They seem one of the better brands. Would definitely recommend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrianr84 Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 I've just brought a Berghaus 60+10 for my trip. They seem one of the better brands. Would definitely recommend How much did that cost matt? Dont wanna buy a cheap one that will break but dont wanna spend over £100 realistically Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathonS Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 http://www.minaal.com/ I have the Minaal bag, it was a Kickstarter project and is a backpack that opens up like a suitcase. Really good with organization pockets, including one specifically for your passport. Yup, at 35L this is my only bag, and I'm on the road for years. Some people think I'm crazy when they see how small my bag is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattD Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Hi Adrian, it's currently 80 pounds at Millets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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