{"id":470,"date":"2018-10-03T03:25:10","date_gmt":"2018-10-03T03:25:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/makena.org\/?p=470"},"modified":"2025-09-13T16:11:33","modified_gmt":"2025-09-13T16:11:33","slug":"the-well-prepared-hiker-brendas-choice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/makena.org\/?p=470","title":{"rendered":"The Well Prepared Hiker- Brenda’s Choice"},"content":{"rendered":"
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<![if !vml]>\"AIRCONTACT<![endif]><![if !vml]>\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51OuOXm-fpL.jpg\"<![endif]>Brenda\u2019s Choice:\u00a0 The Deuter, Aircontact Lite 35 + 10 SL<\/span><\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

Like Ken said, we have backpacks for everything for a day hike, camping, traveling and but none of them very light and made for this kind of adventure.\u00a0 At first we both agreed on the OSPREY Exos 38. But, it just didn\u2019t feel like the right fit for me so I did some more researching on the Camino Blogs and read up on this one!<\/span><\/p>\n

Deuter manufacturer\u2019s backpacks that are athletic and adapted specifically for women. They were made by women, for women. They feature a shorter adjustable back length, narrower should harness, and conical shaped hip belt tailored to the female form.\u00a0 It\u2019s light in weight (3 lbs., 8 oz.), ergonomically fit, has a nice modern design and I am anticipating a great backpack for me.\u00a0 This particular back pack is not as light as others we looked at and even than the one that Ken bought (1 lb., 6 oz. heavier) but I think it\u2019s going to be better for me purely because of the fit and level of comfortableness I anticipate (fingers crossed).\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

And NO I didn\u2019t pick it because it looks pretty and comes with a flower.\u00a0 I guess this also means that I\u2019m going to have to really watch bringing much of anything and what I do bring better be VERY LIGHT.\u00a0 I\u2019m told by my partner, each man for himself when it comes to carrying.<\/span><\/p>\n

Once I put this on, the most immediate thing I noticed is how comfortable the back supporting system is made.\u00a0 It\u2019s the AIRCONTACT LITE BACK SYSTEM.\u00a0 I am not kidding, women \u2013 you will feel it as soon as you put it on.\u00a0 The anatomic profiled x-frame transfers weight on the hips. Now that is one thing I have plenty of (HIPS!) so that is going to work very well for me.\u00a0 The crossed aluminum stays create a flexible frame and it\u2019s easy for my body to move.\u00a0 As with most backpacks, there is a VariQuick system that allows an easy, quick adjustment to the individual back length and shoulder straps for extra stability.\u00a0 Take a look at the back of this ladies and gents!!!!<\/p>\n

Other cool features, a detachable zipped lid compartment with 2 pockets for valuables (that just might be for my snacks) that can be transformed to a day pack. There is an H2O pocket and fixation for the Streamer hydration bladder and an opening for the drink tube (I\u2019ll just use a water bottle).<\/p>\n

This is kind of unique I think \u2013 there is an SOS Label \u2013 which gives us tips on what to do in an emergency.\u00a0 I betcha\u2019 thought that it doesn\u2019t say what to do if you lost your spouse on the trail!!\u00a0 And guess what there is what they call a Stretch Compartment where you can put all your sweaty clothes!<\/p>\n

Can\u2019t wait to share with you all the items that will be packed into here and figure what I\u2019m going to have to eliminate to keep it under or at 10 pounds. Since the back pack itself weighs almost 4 pounds that is going to be a real challenge!\u00a0 \u2026\u2026\u2026<\/p>\n

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