First time backpacking
New Member
Posted on: Wed, 02/07/2008 - 14:51
I am heading to Europe for 6 months and while I’ll be mostly stationary I’m thinking a backpack (as opposed to a small, rolling suitcase) might be easiest.
I am spending two weeks in Switerzerland, flying to Naples for a month and then training up to Milan. From here I will either train down to Perugia and remain there for three months or continue traveling.
I’m a girl and small, about 5’4” and I don’t know how much to bring or what size of backpack to get… even where to get it!
Does anybody have any advice?
Thanks.
I’d say don’t go over 55 liters (3900 cubic inches), and many people here will tell you can get away with less if you pack really light. I’m not a super light packer, so I like a little cushion. The absolute best way to buy a pack is to go to a store and get a pack that fits you really well. You’re in or near Portland, no? REI is one place you can try. You can go there, try on different packs and then check online to see if you can find the one(s)you like cheaper. You seem to fall within average height range, so if you found a great deal on a women’s pack online and couldn’t try it on first you’ll probably still be ok.