I am planning to go backpacking after my summer abroad trip. Somebody said that I should probably get a backpack that had a daypack. Would i need one?
150726
Depends on you. If you don't want to carry around a full pack, or something that looks huge and floppy for just some day hiking, then yes. Otherwise... no?
150727
A daypack is a much smaller pack, usually 20 to 25 liters. This backpack is 95 liters and is not a daypack.
1902886
It's a great pack. However, a pack will only hold so much gear. So in reference to will it hold enough for a two week thru hike, put only the essential things in the pack. I have used this pack a number of times and I love it.
598774
No it's terrible!! Don't get it. Get a Kelty or an actual backpacking bag. This one has an awful belt and weight distribution is all on your shoulders. Please don't buy it!!! I just consigned mine and bought a Kelty kids and it actually fits like a pack. Good luck
18436
If you are going to use it as a day pack for the duration of your trip, then yes. But if you are going to use it to pack 3 wks of clothing and essentials, then no.
878731
i use it for backpacking. it does come with a good compression sack. it does not compress as small as some higher end bags but its as good as i have seen for the price.
438494
Yes, you will like this backpack. It has a lot of room and different pockets, the backpack is light weight w/ comfortable straps
66094
The way I see it you have a couple options. If your backpack doesn't have a water bladder port then you can try fitting it into the main compartment of your pack and run the hose out of the pack zipping the two zippers snuggly around the hose. If you decide to do this I would put the water bladder in a big 1 pound ziplock bag to ensure no water leaks out on your other items. Or I advise buying a backpack that has a dedicated water bladder port that is made to hold this item and has a small hole for the hose to run out of. Most backpacking bags have these water bladder pouches now adays. Look at the condor 3 day tactical bag for a cheap(er) pack. Hope this helps you. The way I see it you have a couple options. If your backpack doesn't have a water bladder port then you can try fitting it into the main compartment of your pack and run the hose out of the pack zipping the two zippers snuggly around the hose. If you decide to do this I would put the water bladder in a big 1 pound ziplock bag to ensure no water leaks out on your other items. Or I advise buying a backpack that has a dedicated water bladder port that is made to hold this item and has a small hole for the hose to run out of. Most backpacking bags have these water bladder pouches now adays.... » Read More The way I see it you have a couple options. If your backpack doesn't have a water bladder port then you can try fitting it into the main compartment of your pack and run the hose out of the pack zipping the two zippers snuggly around the hose. If you decide to do this I would put the water bladder in a big 1 pound ziplock bag to ensure no water leaks out on your other items. Or I advise buying a backpack that has a dedicated water bladder port that is made to hold this item and has a small hole for the hose to run out of. Most backpacking bags have these water bladder pouches now adays. Look at the condor 3 day tactical bag for a cheap(er) pack. Hope this helps you. « Show Less
1459589
It's a pretty big and heavy pack. I'm not sure how much you need to bring but I can easily pack for three nights with this pack. All I can really say is I still love this pack. Its very comfortable and roomy and should do fine for whatever you want to use it for.
1478100
if it is overstuffed, it may be too long. I have had friends use theirs as carry on, but I did not attempt to. It is a smaller (higher than a chair back) pack and very lightweight though.
2015796
I'm sorry but I can't tell you which one for sure would work best for you but given the rest of the things you will be carrying I'm thinking the backpack would make more sense.
56954
This is not an answer to Timmer11. Hopefully it's not too inappropriate to sneak in here with this question:I need a back pack to carry lots of food etc down a hill and through the woods to my camp in the mountains.I only use it for that, so say 5 times a year. I need a bigger one than the Rush 12 or 24. What would you recommend?
263401
Carry on would be fine. Depending on how you pack, it may need to go in the overhead compartment.
1619919
It may be a little heavy for a backpack, but I would chance it. Like everything there is a minimum of care required, but I think it will hold up quite well.
205402
I love my pack but I didn't know that the top did convert into a day pack. I will have to look at mine more closely. To me it didn't appear to have that feature but again I wasn't looking for it before.
607451
Absolutely yes. Also it depends on how you arrange the panels, but there's room for quite a number of elements. You even get to remove all the panels and use it as a regular backpack.
1550964
No it's just big enough to pack you're gear and a little extra it has a separated compartment large enough for a 3 liter water bag and a small compartment for little items like range finder I would look for a larger back pack for something like that.
1783399
It is great for travel but may be a bit bulky for school. I think you could find one better suited for that situation. That being said, I LOVE this backpack!