internal or external backpack?

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chris w

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It's more about function and need. Externals tend to give a lot more options in load carrying capacity but when hiking through heavy cover there bulky and have high centers of gravity. I use an external frame when carrying heavy gear into an area that does not allow other methods Like when doing trail work and carrying chain saws or hauling out an elk that I hunted.

Internal frames would more likely suit your need for traveling around the islands and and terrain you come across there. There better fit and center of gravity is better for the type of terrain you be discovering there. Get one with enough space to hold all your gear as an external 3000ci is technically bigger then a 3000ci internal so triple the holding size. Here is a link with a lot of comparisons and reviews of the top selling packs,

http://www.rei.com/category/4500001_Backpacks
 
well, it depends on what you like? lots of solid attachments points, multi-use frame(I've taken mine off to carry a large jug of water a long ways before, saved my arms the trouble of holding the weight) at the cost of a little extra weight or a sleeker, lighter pack, it's really your choice, externals also carry large items like sleeping bags and tents better in my experience due to the good attachment points for large items, but internals have that sleeker look to them that might be easier to walk through brush with(not much of this on a beach).
 
well, it depends on what you like? lots of solid attachments points, multi-use frame(I've taken mine off to carry a large jug of water a long ways before, saved my arms the trouble of holding the weight) at the cost of a little extra weight or a sleeker, lighter pack, it's really your choice, externals also carry large items like sleeping bags and tents better in my experience due to the good attachment points for large items, but internals have that sleeker look to them that might be easier to walk through brush with(not much of this on a beach).
 
I am moving to Hawaii next month. I'll be temporarily living on the beach tenting it and doing a lot of hiking. I am relatively new to hiking and not sure if an external or internal frame backpack will better suit me. Don't most people say an external is better for beginners?
 
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