workboot
08-22-2005, 17:56
I`ve been contemplating a new pack purchase to replace my old Alice pack which has served me well but is lacking both in comfort and usable space. I`m planning a 2-3 month AT hike next year beginning at Springer and ending wherever I end up (hopefully through at least VA),however this could possibly turn into a thru-hike.Depending on Momma`s (my wifes :o ) OK of course.
I`ve got my pack choices narrowed down to the Kelty Trekker 3950 or the Super Tioga.I`m not an ultra-lite hiker but am not a gear hog either.I`m 5`10 and right at 175-180 pounds, I plan on having my pack weight come in somewhere around 30-33 pounds fully loaded including water and a 7-8 day food supply.I would like some advice on which of these packs would best suit my needs based on that general info. The weight difference in the two packs is only 13 ounces so that is not really an issue.
Unfortunatley I dont have opportunity to try these packs out for fit in person as no outfitters are relativley close to my home so this will be an online purchase.Any input from those of you who own or have used either of these packs would be greatly appreicated.Thanks in advance.
Martin aka "Workboot"
I`ve got my pack choices narrowed down to the Kelty Trekker 3950 or the Super Tioga.I`m not an ultra-lite hiker but am not a gear hog either.I`m 5`10 and right at 175-180 pounds, I plan on having my pack weight come in somewhere around 30-33 pounds fully loaded including water and a 7-8 day food supply.I would like some advice on which of these packs would best suit my needs based on that general info. The weight difference in the two packs is only 13 ounces so that is not really an issue.
Unfortunatley I dont have opportunity to try these packs out for fit in person as no outfitters are relativley close to my home so this will be an online purchase.Any input from those of you who own or have used either of these packs would be greatly appreicated.Thanks in advance.
Martin aka "Workboot"