How to choose a backpack that suits you?
2024-04-09
1. Backpack vs suitcase, which one is right for me when traveling?
In fact, we all have our own suitcases in addition to backpacks. Whether the backpacks are better or the suitcases are better. In fact, this question is as good as green radishes, and this preference depends on the way we choose to travel because the backpack and Both luggage have irreplaceable advantages.
For example, if we are going on vacation today, we would prefer to use a suitcase. We can travel in the easiest way without having to increase our weight with the backpack on the back. The problem.
But today, if it is a trip that requires constant movement or the road conditions are not so good during the movement, we will choose a backpack. Although it will increase our load, we don’t have to worry about the wheel problem during the movement. To move, it is easier to face situation such as driving a car. With the backpack on the back, you can free your hands, whether it is an umbrella or other things, it is very convenient, and more importantly, the backpack can be boarded. If If you don’t have much luggage, you can even take a low-cost airline without buying luggage.
So whether it is a backpack or a suitcase, it mainly depends on the method and purpose of travel.
Luggage: It is suitable for fixed-point itineraries, the moving process is simple, and the public transportation tools are developed, so you need to pack a lot of gifts.
Backpack: suitable for constant movement, and complicated traffic, and will go to some places that are not easy to reach by public transportation
2. There are hundreds of backpacks. Is there a difference between mountaineering and travel?
The commonly used backpacks are divided into mountaineering bags and self-service travel bags. The backpacks of Axun and Xiaokui are more inclined to the design of mountaineering bags (because we first bought them for international volunteers, then it would be more suitable to choose a mountaineering bag for the itinerary. ), and the design of the mountaineering bag will have more organs that can hang things, which can be used to hang sleeping bags or even trekking poles.
The design of the self-service travel bag is a bit like a soft suitcase, and most of them will also have a child and mother bag. When you reach a certain point, you can disassemble the backpack and carry the small bag as a carry-on bag. Just stay at the hostel.
Although it is said that the design of the self-service travel bag will make the journey more convenient, in fact, the mountaineering bag can also be used in self-service travel. One of the reasons is that the mountaineering bag has a better load-bearing function, and the shoulder strap design will be thicker and more in line with Ergonomics.
A. The opening design is opened directly from the main bag body, which is the same concept as the luggage. This will help you organize your luggage while traveling. It is also easier to get what you want when you arrive at the designated point.
B. Backpacks for travel usually have the design of a mother bag, and the two bags can be buckled together. When traveling at a fixed point, the mother bag is usually left at the hotel, while the child bag carries valuables and is carried on the body.
C. A layer of zipper bag will be designed at the back of the backpack for travel. Usually, when the plane is checked in, the outer wires, straps, buckles, etc. can be hidden inside, so that it will not be damaged during transportation.
D. There is an independent space under the backpack, where can put shoes, thick coats and other items. The backpack for mountaineering also has this design.
E. There is also an independent space on the top of the backpack for easy access to items, and the backpack for mountaineering also has this design.
A. The top layer of many mountaineering backpacks is designed to be detachable, and it can be disassembled if you don't need to pack too much.
B. The opening of the backpack for mountaineering is usually at the top, and it is inconvenient to take things temporarily. Therefore, more outer pockets are also designed to facilitate the taking of small things.
C. Because it is necessary to carry a backpack for a long time when hiking, the backpack for mountaineering is designed to reduce the load on the back, and the shoulder straps can be adjusted to a suitable size.
D., In the same way, C, in addition to the shoulder straps, the buckles on the abdomen and chest are a part of the overall weight. The design will also be more adjustable and snap to the user.
E. Many buckles are designed on the outside of the backpack for mountaineering so that users can attach sleeping bags, trekking poles and other mountaineering equipment.
F. There will be buckles in the bag that can be fixed so that when there is a lot of shaking during walking or transportation, the items inside can be fixed. This travel backpack also has this design.
Whether you want to buy it for travel or mountaineering depends on the travel itinerary. If you need to walk with a backpack for a long time, the backpack after climbing will be more suitable for you; if you expect to be able to take the contents easily and the walking time is not too long, it is a good choice for you to travel. In addition, this choice is not absolute, the backpack for mountaineering can also be used when traveling (but few people will use the backpack for travel to mountaineering).
3. What size backpack should I buy for myself?
When you go to buy a backpack, you will see that it has different liters. The larger the liter, the more things you can hold, but you still have to consider your own weight-bearing capacity and the length of travel days. The backpack is not the bigger the better, but to find the size that suits you best.
The scale is clearly marked, how many liters of the backpack, and what is the maximum load. You can use this table as a reference to decide how big a backpack you need to buy.
In addition, as mentioned earlier, there are many designs of backpacks, and the top or bottom can be disassembled. When purchasing, pay attention to the number of liters it refers to before disassembly!
Fourth, the devil hides in the details, small details to pay attention to when choosing a backpack
In addition to the above types, there are also some details to pay attention to when choosing a backpack that suits you:
Back: The backpack needs to be carried for a long time. Your back and the backpack are always close to each other. How to carry it comfortably is very important. Some backpacks are designed with ventilation holes, which can allow air to circulate, and it will not get wet.
Belt and chest strap: The weight of the backpack cannot be fully supported by the shoulders, which will cause the back to die. More gravity is on the chest and abdomen for support. Therefore, the design of the waist belt and chest strap, whether it can make your back comfortable and fit your body closely, is one of the important details.
Interior: The design of each backpack is different, whether the mezzanine, storage space, and independent areas of the head and tail are all in line with your travel needs.
Color: It is important to pick your favorite color, after all, you will see him every day when traveling. Usually, dark colors are a better choice. When traveling, light colors are relatively easy to get dirty.
Price: The price of the backpack depends on the size, brand and type, ranging from NT$3,000 to 10,000. It may feel expensive, but after all, I will carry it on my body all the time during this trip. A really good backpack will weigh 20 kilograms, but it will only feel 15 kilograms on the back, and it will be more durable and durable. . So you get what you pay for, and you need to think carefully about the price of the backpack you want to buy.
5. You must learn to save money. In addition to spending a lot of money to buy, you can also rent a backpack.
Although it is said that the backpack is very useful, the unit price of the backpack is not cheap. Many people who want to try the backpacker's way of travel for the first time, are often hesitant because of the price of the backpack. We also recommend some rental pipes. Before you are not sure whether you will travel very often, you can also rent a backpack directly for a single trip.
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