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Clinton Ohlers
( rcohlers - M )

Locale:
Eastern PA
Women's Lightweight/UL Packs on 11/22/2006 12:23:29 MST Print View

Hi, Jean and Sue,

Thanks for the articles. I'd be interested in what you (or other women readers) have found regarding lightweight packs for women.

For example, as a guy, I would think that women might prefer going slightly heavier on the pack (rather than frameless) in order to have better load distribution to the hips. What do you think?

I've considered recommending the Granite Gear Vapor Ki, with its internal plastic frame (34 oz.), to a female friend. Of course, the forthcoming Jam2 looks to have better shoulder comfort and weight distribution to the hips with the new shoulder straps and belt.

Any thoughts?

Thanks,

CO