Wayne Gregory, founder of Gregory Mountain Products, sheds light on getting all your straps in order on this video from the company’s blog: Notably, he recommends fitting the shoulder straps first, then snugging up the hipbelt. I’m interviewing Gregory this…
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Backpacking for the absolute beginner
by tom • April 16, 2008 • 9 Comments
1) Take a course: The Sierra Club holds them every spring around the Bay Area, for instance. (Alas, this year’s Loma Prieta Section course is already under way). 2) Rent gear the first couple times: A quality backpacking kit can…