Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A well-fitted pack is important for your comfort and to reduce injury while tramping. Modern packs have specific designs and adjustable sections to help you fit the pack to your own posture and shape. In this video we show you which straps to adjust so you can do it yourself.
KEY LEARNINGS
- Put weight in the pack and loosen all straps to start you off
- Adjust the hip belt section to put load on your hips
- Tighten your shoulder straps for over your chest
- Tighten your sternum strap to reduce strain on your arms
- Pull the stablisers tight to pull straps over your shoulders
- Bring the load closer to your hips using the hip stabilisers
If you have more questions about your pack and how to care for it best, chat to the friendly staff at your local Macpac store for more information.
This video is developed to help you stay safe and prepare while hiking, walking or tramping in New Zealand. For more how-to videos in the series, continue on to the next video:
- Be ready for all weather: youtu.be/DgCkzM3SAlU
- Tramp like a pro: youtu.be/4CnyD7q2An0
- Managing your temperature: youtu.be/HDrNs6IBefI
- Looking after your gear: youtu.be/OXeGut-fvgs
- Gear Care – Sleeping bags: youtu.be/GtDOgghiHxA
- Gear Care – Tents: youtu.be/TzwZKpCc8SU
You can get a gear list and all the other information required for your favourite tracks with the NZ Mountain Safety Council’s Plan My Walk app. Visit planmywalk.nz or download from your app store
Visit mountainsafety.org.nz for more resources and videos to help you prepare
Visit the Macpac website: macpac.co.nz https://www.macpac.com.au/
Follow Macpac on Social Media:
Instagram: instagram.com/macpac
Facebook: facebook.com/macpac
Brought to you by the NZ Mountain Safety Council and Macpac. Learn more about our Outdoor Safety Retail Partnership on the Macpac website.
Filmed by Quite Nice Films Productions 2022
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A well-fitted pack is important for your comfort and to reduce injury while tramping. Modern packs have specific designs and adjustable sections to help you fit the pack to your own posture and shape. In this video we show you which straps to adjust so you can do it yourself.
KEY LEARNINGS
- Put weight in the pack and loosen all straps to start you off
- Adjust the hip belt section to put load on your hips
- Tighten your shoulder straps for over your chest
- Tighten your sternum strap to reduce strain on your arms
- Pull the stablisers tight to pull straps over your shoulders
- Bring the load closer to your hips using the hip stabilisers
If you have more questions about your pack and how to care for it best, chat to the friendly staff at your local Macpac store for more information.
This video is developed to help you stay safe and prepare while hiking, walking or tramping in New Zealand. For more how-to videos in the series, continue on to the next video:
- Be ready for all weather: youtu.be/DgCkzM3SAlU
- Tramp like a pro: youtu.be/4CnyD7q2An0
- Managing your temperature: youtu.be/HDrNs6IBefI
- Looking after your gear: youtu.be/OXeGut-fvgs
- Gear Care – Sleeping bags: youtu.be/GtDOgghiHxA
- Gear Care – Tents: youtu.be/TzwZKpCc8SU
You can get a gear list and all the other information required for your favourite tracks with the NZ Mountain Safety Council’s Plan My Walk app. Visit planmywalk.nz or download from your app store
Visit mountainsafety.org.nz for more resources and videos to help you prepare
Visit the Macpac website: macpac.co.nz https://www.macpac.com.au/
Follow Macpac on Social Media:
Instagram: instagram.com/macpac
Facebook: facebook.com/macpac
Brought to you by the NZ Mountain Safety Council and Macpac. Learn more about our Outdoor Safety Retail Partnership on the Macpac website.
Filmed by Quite Nice Films Productions 2022
#howtofitapack #hiking #macpac #makeithomenz #hikingpacks #besthikingpacks #hikingpackreview #greatwalksnz #hikingpackguide #hikingpacksize #hikingpackload #hikingpack #hikingpacktips #hikingpackfit
