Which rucksack/backpack for travel?????

imalwayshappy

Hey Guys

Heading away for 4 months in august goin to be traveling around asia and a bit of the U.S and oz. Quick question which size backpack would you need for all your gear?? we talkin about 80l?? ive been reading about all this " this backpack will let your skin breath and even out the weight etc." as a virgin backpacker ive no idea what the hell this means any ideas suggestions would be most welcome

p.s would millets be the best place to go?? don't wana be spending hundreds on one thankin u!!!!!

silverside

80L is plenty. 60/70L would probably be big enough too, you don't need to bring that much (what you bring, you carry) and it's better to have a full smaller bag than a half-full big bag as the weight is distributed better.

I would have a good look in all the shops at the end of mary st (Millets, Army Bargains etc) - the staff can be very pushy so take your time.

Sporthouse is an Irish make that have been going for years and make very strong reliable bags.
If you have a bit of money you could get something nice like a Berghaus / Lowe Alpine from The Great Outdoors.

make sure you get one that fits and try it on, preferably with a full load.

mdebets

Or you could use the tips here and here and just go with a carry-on backpack.