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I’m Not a Mule

Discover the advantages and disadvantages of internal frame backpacks compared to external frame packs. Learn how to properly fit and pack a backpack for your hiking adventures.

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I’m Not a Mule

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  1. I’m Not a Mule Hiking Backpacks

  2. Internal Frame Backpack

  3. Internal Frame Backpack • Metal supports that provide the pack shape and structure are hidden within the bag (they are internal)

  4. Internal Frame Backpack • Advantages-Comfort. Pack fits more comfortably to the back.-Balance. Because the pack hugs your body, the pack does not bounce around, throwing you off balance.-Maneuverability. The pack is not as wide as an external, so tight spots (hiking through rocks or trees) easier.Disadvantages-Internals are hotter than externals because they are closer to the back.-Internals are harder to pack and organize (most internals only have two compartments).

  5. External Frame Packs

  6. External Frame Packs • Pack that has its frame and support structure on the outside of the bag

  7. External Frame Packs • Advantages-Easy to pack. Separate compartments make it easier to organize gear and locate random items.-Easier to distribute weight. Heavier and spread more evenly around a person's center of gravity.-Stay cooler. The pack is set off of the person's back, allowing air to circulate between your back and the pack.Disadvantages-More cumbersome due to its bulkiness. This is important on less traveled trails, rough terrain and tight spots.-Because the pack sits away from the back, it is prone to bounce around, which could throw you off balance.

  8. Waterproof Packs

  9. How to Fit a Pack • Always lift pack by PACK HANDLE • Loosen all straps • Put pack on and tighten hip belt securely around (on) your hip bones • Pull down (tighten) shoulder harness straps • Adjust load stabilizers so pack is vertical • Tighten sternum strap to prevent raw, caloussy, nasty, pussing, chaffing

  10. How to Pack a Backpack • Bottom Compartment – Sleeping Bag • Main Compartment – Bottom - Clothes that you don’t need all the time – Center – Camp gear (potsets, stove, water filter etc) Top – Food (stuff that you’ll need more often) • Top Compartment – bug spray, sunscreen, snacks, map, compass etc

  11. How to Pack a Backpack Cont’d • Waterproof everything • Organize similar items into stuff sacs • Heavy gear should go in the middle and close to the back

  12. Cont’d • Use equipment straps and caribiners to attach water bottle, tarps, tents etc • Keys – Balance Heavy stuff in the middle and close to back Organize gear into separate water proof bags.

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