Choosing a Backpack
When choosing a backpack, the backpacker must consider how long the trip will be, body type, and preferred style of backpacking. These factors will help the camper pick the right backpack.
Length of Trip
The longer the trip is, the more food and gear the backpackers need to bring. A backpacker who’s planning on trekking in the colder months of the year will always want to get a higher capacity backpack to hold all of the winter gear. Those backpackers going in the summer should choose the size of the backpack based on the trip length. If they’re going on a one to two-day trip, a backpack that holds 20-50 liters is ideal. For two to five days, the backpack should hold 50-80 liters. If backpackers are going on a trip longer than five days, they’ll want a backpack that holds 80 liters or more.
Style of Backpacking
Some backpackers practice ultralight backpacking, meaning they minimize the weight of their backpack by sacrificing things that give them comfort and convenience. Other backpackers would rather have the comfort objects, even if it does add a few extra pounds of weight.
Body Type
It’s important for backpackers to measure their torso length so they can ensure that they’re getting a backpack that fits comfortably. The length of a torso can be measured by employees at most outdoor stores, or it can be done at home with a tape measure. Those whose torso measures up to 15.5 inches will want an extra small pack, those with a torso that’s 16 to 17.5 inches want a size small, backpackers with an 18 to 19.5-inch torso want a medium/regular, and those with a torso that’s 20 inches or more want a large/tall.
Manufacturers also make backpacks exclusively for women. These backpacks are made with torso dimensions that are narrower and shorter than for men’s backpacks. They also have hip belts and shoulder straps that are contoured for women.
Choosing a Tent
After finding a backpack, the tent is the next most important thing for the backpacker to buy. Backpacking tents are generally lightweight and small. Many backpackers choose a three-season tent, which will protect from spring to fall. It’s best for backpackers to get a freestanding tent that doesn’t use stakes. The backpacker should also aim for a tent that weighs less than 3 pounds.
Other Gear Necessary for a Multiple Day Camping Trip
When backpackers are choosing what to take on their trip, they want to be careful not to weigh themselves down, but they also need to be sure they’re bringing everything necessary for any challenges they may face.
Sleeping Bag
The backpacker should get a sleeping bag that’s lightweight and easy to roll up and attach to the backpack. The bag should be water repellent and insulated enough that the backpacker will stay warm on cold nights.
Safety and Emergency Equipment
The backpacker should always have a first aid kit with a variety of bandages, antihistamine, antiseptic wipes, antibacterial ointment, Ibuprofen or Aspirin, insect-sting relief, and a first-aid manual. Backpackers should also have a flashlight and extra batteries, in case they’re out on the trail after dark, and they should bring a safety whistle if they’re in danger and they need to get the attention of their companions or rescuers.
Cooking Equipment
Every backpacker needs a lightweight camping stove to prepare meals. These stoves run on fuel that comes in a small canister. Typically, an 8-ounce fuel canister will heat 60 cups of water. The backpacker should bring freeze-dried food to heat on the stove.
Other Equipment
There are a few other important pieces of equipment for backpackers to have. They should bring a water filter to clean the water gathered in rivers, lakes, and streams. They should also bring a lighter or matches and enough fire starter to last through their trip. Finally, backpackers should have a compass or GPS to help guide them if they get lost.
How to Buy Camping Equipment on eBay
It’s easy to find camping equipment for backpackers on eBay. Buyers can go to the Camping page to find cookware, safety equipment, sleeping bags, and tents. Backpacks can be found by doing a search. For example, a woman looking for a backpack can search 50 L Women’s Backpack to find what she needs.
Anyone heading out into the wilderness for several days needs to plan the trip well and be sure to take all the necessary equipment. Ebay makes it easy to find and purchase all the gear backpackers need in one place.
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