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joanie
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We are really into back packing, and most of the off the shelf Backpacks just don't have it! My needs are basic. Light but durable, external frame, little if no bells and whistles (i.e. detachable day pack, compartmentalized, a ton of adjustable straps) My needs are simplistic: large volume interior, no outside pockets except for perhaps one, two or three, meshed outside pockets and/or a couple dasie chain gear loops, the ability to strap a tent to one side and a waffle bed pad on the other and the sleeping bag on the bottom.
Most off the shelf' packs you see in the stores, just have way to much on them, which of course adds to the weight with useless compartments and to price with the labor involved in making those useless pockets.
I really think if there is nothing out there, this might be a possible business opportunity. But more importantly, I just need to carry a minimal amount, (we have it all worked out as to what we need and we don't need a gazillion pockets or added features) comfortably and with ease of stowage are my priorities.
I've been to Kelty and most other brand name pack manufacturers, I'm looking for some info from those making packs to user needs, or making AT (Appalachian trail) Packs.
Much Thanks!
Most off the shelf' packs you see in the stores, just have way to much on them, which of course adds to the weight with useless compartments and to price with the labor involved in making those useless pockets.
I really think if there is nothing out there, this might be a possible business opportunity. But more importantly, I just need to carry a minimal amount, (we have it all worked out as to what we need and we don't need a gazillion pockets or added features) comfortably and with ease of stowage are my priorities.
I've been to Kelty and most other brand name pack manufacturers, I'm looking for some info from those making packs to user needs, or making AT (Appalachian trail) Packs.
Much Thanks!