Hello to everyone, i'm new to the forum, this is my first posting, how many do i need to post to get membership?
You are a member, says so under your name. TO be a full member you need to pay, doesnt matter how much youve posted. Its a bargain though.
However, onto my bags......
Day trips:
Gas Mask shoulder bag - for most wanders, I dont need much more than a bottle of water, so why bother with a rucksack. It also doubles as a good bag to sling over the top of others to keep things handy, or if you go away from your main pack. Good foraging bag too. If I want to carry a little bit more such as hobo stove and some layers. Norwegian Army Pack. Problem with the Norwegian pack is the buckle at the bottom (i presume for stapping bedding round the bottom in conjunction with side straps) is situated a bit far back, so digs into the small of your back a little. It only has quite narrow leather shoulder straps, but Ive not found that a problem as there is never much weight to it and it also gives me a project to fashion something to slip over them for added comfort.
This very morning my German Army pack (as modelled by Wayland earlier in this thread) arrived, which I am looking forward to breaking in for some overnighters. As per its reviews it is pretty robust and if you cant tell from the above I am quite liking the retro military canvas look!
For Longer Trips I use Karrimor Sabre 45 +/- side pouches, as endorsed by Uncle Ray himself. Ive not had it that long and only had it on a few trips. From what I hear its robust, and in my experience its been comfy and carries its load well.
If Im going lightweight and fast over the hills (munro bashing) I opt for a berghaus freeflow 50l. If Im really just in it to get in summits this bag is nice and light, and the freeflow back makes a difference if perspiring a lot. I thinks its claim at 50l is a bit of a push, but not too far off (probably due to the curve in the back). The hip belt fits me just right (6ft 2, 12stone ie pretty slim) - so its comfy even with a full load.
