How to choose the outdoor backpack correctly

Outdoor sports equipment is often at the forefront of theapplication of black technology . Some functional backpacks can float on thewater and serve as life buoys; there are also specially designed hard-shellbackpacks that can protect the rider's back from impact damage... the nextperiod of time Here, the editor will systematically talk about outdoor sportsbackpacks with outdoor friends. First of all, the editor will introduce readersto the introductory knowledge about outdoor sports backpacks.

Types of Outdoor Backpacks

·      Daypacks

The most common type of backpack on the market, more than 90% ofthe backpacks most of us buy belong to this category. Men's favorite"Little Ding Dong" universal backpack, computers, mobile phones,keys, wallets, power banks, data cables, tissues, etc., can hold everything.Moreover, it can be recited wherever you go to work, school, travel, orshopping, it is simply invincible.

·      Short distance backpack(Overnight)

Purely in terms of type, this is already an entry-level outdoorbackpack, and it can generally carry 2-3 days of outing materials. The volumeis generally 40-60 liters, which is actually not small. The key depends on whatyou bring. For example, if you only bring a change of clothes and otherfull-size Snickers bars, it is not a big problem to use it as a survival bagfor at least half a month. The most important thing is that there is no specialdesign for the storage of equipment used for long-distance hiking, because itis redundant.

·      Long distance backpack (Multiday)

The favorite of backpackers, the most common and most commonlyused in outdoor backpacks. Usually 60-75 liters, with a metal frame designinside, it can fill a lot without collapsing on the shoulders. The belt isdesigned to be wide, thick, and large enough to match the internal framestructure after being tied on, and can share the stress on the shoulders on thewaist above the hips. The specific details are slightly different from eachbrand, but they are roughly the same, suitable for people who travel for morethan 1 week.

·      Expedition

The top outdoor backpack, a must for alpine adventures. It hasthe size of a Big Mac in an outdoor backpack, usually 75-125 liters, and canhold tents, pots, and stoves. Professionals' suggestion is that the fillingweight should not exceed 40% of the carrier's body weight. In the design, thereare many places to hang professional mountaineering equipment. In addition, thematerials of buckles and other components are extremely demanding in terms ofcold resistance and toughness. The expensive parts are all details.

·      Technical Backpack (Technical)

The preferred backpack type for climbing or skiing enthusiasts.The design has plenty of places to place and attach climbing ropes, shackles,chalk bags, and even ice axes. The appearance is characterized by narrow andlong, the pursuit of convenience.

·      Sports backpack (Hydration)

This kind of bag is usually not very big, and its purpose is tocarry frequently used items. The highlight is that there is a specialcompartment to place the water bag, and there is a special fixing and hangingdesign for the straw on the shoulder strap. In addition, it is compact in size,pursuing light weight, perspiration, and breathability. It is suitable forpeople who like skateboarding, skiing, running, and cycling, so this kind ofbackpack is also commonly known as a cycling backpack.

Selection of outdoor backpacks

·      portability

Most people will have many different bags for different outdoortravel needs. But if you want to buy a so-called universal or all-purposebackpack, the first thing you need to consider is portability. When purchasing,you can try to ask yourself a few questions: What do I usually do when I buyit? Where will it be used? How many days do I usually go out? What do I alwaystake with me when I go out? (The last one is very important, because if you area beauty-loving lady who goes out with big and small bags, you should buy abox.)

·      Framework

This is a very important point! No matter what backpack you buy,it is always more important than anything else that you don't get tired. Afterall, backpacks are the same as shoes, good-looking is for others, andgood-looking is for yourself. A good carrying system can distribute the forceon the shoulders to the waist, which is not as simple as a belt design. Moreimportantly, it is the frame structure or carrying system. The frame structureof outdoor backpacks is mainly divided into 3 categories: external type,internal bracket, and internal frame. The internal type is better than theexternal type.

The internal bracket is a professional carrying design, and theinterior of the backpack with this design is equipped with X-shaped or paralleldouble-track metal brackets. This design is evolved from the earliest externalmetal bracket structure, which has improved its design defects and inadequaciesin experience. Its function is to ensure that the back does not collapse whenthe backpack is filled enough. In this way, it is not difficult to understandwhy when you put on the belt, there will be a relaxed feeling on the shoulders.

The carrying effect of the inner frame is very close to that ofthe inner bracket, especially the difference in the actual experience of theshort-distance backpack is not very big. As the name suggests, there is a metalframe extending inside the backpack. Also, the presence of a metal frame playsa vital role in backpack support. The advantage is that it is lighter than theinternal bracket, but physically we know that the load-bearing capacity andextrusion resistance of this design are not as good as the bracket structure.So this design is rare on heavy-duty backpacks (long-distance, adventurebackpacks).

·      size

Regarding the size of the backpack, many people have amisunderstanding, that is the volume. The size mentioned here is not the sizeof how many things the backpack can hold, but the matching size for people ofdifferent shapes. In a narrow sense, it can be understood as height and width.The height is measured from the upper end of the spine, the back of the neck,and the raised part that can be clearly felt by the hands, all the way down thespine to the upper edge of the buttocks, and ends at the back of the waist.(The length of the spine segment corresponding to the size of the backpack canrefer to the figure below)

·      convenience

The convenience of using the backpack is mainly due to thedesign of the pockets (especially the main pockets). Taking the top openingdesign as an example, there are three common types: zipper, drawstring,drawstring and cover . There are pros and cons to each of the 3 designs . It’s easy to get things without a cover, but it’s badin rainy and snowy days (of course, you can say that a bird’s waterproof laminated zipper design).

Some people may ask: "Daily backpacks basically don't havea cover design, but most outdoor backpacks have them, so why choose?" Ifyou extend your understanding, you will find that when choosing a backpack, theoutside of the zipper has a waterproof design (such as a layer Edge pressing)is better than nothing. In addition, the top opening design is just an example, it is important to choose with doubts. Which design is more convenient for myenvironment?

·      detail design

Never ignore the role of details in anything, especially baddesign details. The amount of water in wooden barrels is determined by theshortcomings, a reason. The designer is more professional than us, and he willtry his best to make the detail design perfect. But the use environment isdifferent, and a good design is often a "bad" start.

Just because you 're hiking in a leafy forest doesn't meanyou're invincible with a professional expedition backpack. Extra straps or anunreasonable side pocket design will make you have trouble getting caught bybranches, and may even cause accidents. When it should be concise, it must notbe complicated. It is not difficult to understand why the design of theshort-distance backpack has given up so many redundant functions. Why is thisbackpack designed in such a way? Do I need the top opening or the side opening?

·      weight

There is not much to say about this. The best way is toexperience it in a physical store . If you are shopping online , find a backpackat home and fill it up to simulate the weight. Carry it on your back, carry iton your back. Sometimes an empty backpack doesn't seem to be very heavy, butwhen you walk with it for a few hours, you may think: why is it so heavy!

怎样正确选择户外背包

户外运动装备经常走在应用黑科技的前列，有些功能性的背包可以漂浮在水面，当作救生圈；也有特别设计过的硬壳背包可以保护骑手的背部不受冲击伤害……接下来的一段时间里，小编将系统的和户外小伙伴们聊聊户外运动背包的那些事儿。首先小编将为读者介绍关于户外运动背包的入门知识。

户外背包的种类

• 日常背包（Daypacks）

市面上最常见的背包类型，我们大多数人购买的双肩背包 9 成以上属于这种。男士最爱的「小叮当」万能背包，电脑、手机、钥匙、钱包、充电宝、数据线、纸巾等等，什么都能装。而且上班、上学、旅行、逛街去哪都能背，简直无敌。

• 短途背包（Overnight）

单纯从类型上来讲，这已经算是入门级的户外背包了，一般可以携带 2-3 天的外出物资。体积一般在 40-60 升，其实也不小，关键看你带什么。比方说只带 1 套换洗衣服其他全装士力架，非要拿它当至少半月以上的求生包也是问题不大。最主要的是没有针对长距离徒步所用装备存放的专门设计，因为多余。

• 长途背包（Multiday）

背包客的最爱，户外背包里最常见也是最常用的。通常 60-75 升，内有金属框架设计，填装东西多而不会塌在肩上。腰带设计足够宽、厚、大，系上以后配合内部框架结构，可以将肩部受力分担在臀部以上腰部的位置。具体细节上各品牌略有所差，但大致相同，适合出行 1 周以上的人群。

• 探险背包（Expedition）

最顶级的户外背包，高山探险必备。有着户外背包里巨无霸一般的体积，通常 75-125 升，帐篷、锅具、炉灶全部都能装。专业人士的建议是填装重量不超过携带者40% 体重，多了恐怕吃不消。设计上有很多外挂专业登山设备的地方，另外扣具等部件的材质在耐寒型、坚韧性上要求极高，贵的地方全是细节。

• 技术背包（Technical）

攀登或滑雪爱好者偏爱的背包类型。设计上有很多地方适合放置和外挂攀登用绳索、挂扣、粉袋，甚至是冰镐。外形上的特点是窄而长，追求便捷性。

• 运动背包（Hydration）

这种包通常不是很大，目的只是携带随身常用物品。亮点在于有专门的隔舱来放置水袋，而且肩带上有吸管专用的固定和悬挂设计。另外，体积小巧，追求量轻、排汗、透气。适用于喜爱滑板、滑雪、跑步、骑行的人群，所以这种背包也俗称骑行背包。

户外背包的挑选

• 便携性

大多数人会有很多不同的包以针对不同的户外出行需求。但是如果你想选购一款所谓的通用或者万能背包，你首先要考虑的是便携性。选购时你可以这样试着问自己几个问题：我买来平时做什么？去哪会用到？我一般出门的话大约是几天？我出门常带什么？（最后一条很重要，因为你要是出门大小包的爱美女士，还是买箱子吧。）

• 框架结构

这是非常重要的一点！不管你买什么背包，背着不累永远比什么都重要。毕竟背包和鞋子一样，好看是给别人的，好受才是你自己的。好的背负系统可以将压在双肩的力，分摊在腰上，这并不仅仅是一个腰带设计那么简单。更重要的，是框架结构或者说背负系统。户外背包的框架结构主要分为 3 类：外部式、内部支架、内部边框，内部式好于外部式。

内部支架是很专业的背负设计了，带有该设计的背包内部装有 X 型或平行双轨式排布的金属支架。这种设计是由最早的外部金属支架结构演变而来的，改良了其设计上的缺陷和体验上的不足。其作用在于保证在背包被填充的足够多时，背部不会塌陷。这样就不难理解为什么当你系上腰带以后，肩部一下就会有轻松的感觉。

内部边框的背负效果和内部支架很接近，尤其在短途背包上的实际体验差别并不是非常的大。顾名思义，这是在背包内部外延有一圈金属框架。同样，金属框架的存在对背包支撑起着至关重要的作用。优点相对内部支架而言，更为量轻，但是物理上我们知道这样的设计承重力和耐挤压是不如支架结构的。所以在重型背包（长途、探险背包）上这种设计不多见。

• 尺寸

关于背包尺寸，很多人存在一个认识上的误区，那就是容积。这里所说的尺寸，并不是背包能装多少东西的体积大小，而是针对不同身材的人所与之相匹配的尺寸，狭义上可以理解为高度和宽度。高度的测量方法是从脊椎上端，颈部后侧，手能明显感觉到的凸起部位开始起算，一直沿着脊椎下至臀部上沿，后腰窝处为止，之间的长度。（背包尺寸所对应的脊椎段长度可以参考下图）

• 便利性

背包使用的便利性，主要是口袋（尤其是几个主袋）的设计。拿顶部开口设计来说，常见的有 3 种：拉链、抽绳、抽绳加罩盖。3 种设计各有好坏，没有罩盖的取物方便，但是雨雪天就糟糕了（当然，你可以说某鸟的防水压胶拉链设计）。

可能有人会问：「日常背包基本都没有罩盖设计，而户外背包大多都有，还用挑？」如果把理解程度延伸一下你会发现，挑选背包时拉链外侧有防水设计的（比如一层压边）就比没有的强。另外，顶部开口设计只是一个例举，重要的是带着疑问去挑选。我使用的环境下哪种设计更便利？

• 细节设计

什么事都永远不要忽视细节的作用，尤其不好的设计细节更是要考虑。木桶装水多少是短板决定，一个道理。设计师比我们专业，他会尽可能的将细节设计做到完美。但是使用环境不同，好的设计往往是「糟糕」的开始。

如果你徒步于枝繁叶茂的林间，那么并不意味着你背着一个专业的探险背包就可以所向披靡。多余的挂带或一个不合理的侧边口袋设计，都会让你有被树枝挂到的麻烦，甚至可能造成意外。该简洁的时候，一定不能繁杂。想想短途背包在设计上为什么舍弃了那么多功能上的多余，就不难理解了。这款背包细节上为何如此设计？我需要顶部开口的还是侧面开口的？

• 重量

这一点没什么好多说的。最好的办法还是实体店感受一下，如果是网购的话，家里找个背包填充后模拟下重量。背一背，拎一拎。有时一个空背包貌似觉得不是很重，但是当你背着填装好的它走上几小时后，你恐怕会觉得：它怎么就那么沉！