Uploaded October 2020 | Updated September 2026, 9 hours ago

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In this video, I go through the bags I use for load carrying when Backpacking, Canoeing and Wild Camping. Being able to carry heavy loads in comfort for a prolonged period of time is critical to the success of a trip - a cheap, unbalanced, poorly made, uncomfortable pack will quickly ruin your day.
I have a range of bags suited for different situations, activities, seasons and duration of the trip I am on. These are all bags that I have bought myself and I have chosen them based on the quality, durability and comfort offered, some are expensive, others less so and many of them, I have bought used to save cost.

I hope you enjoy the video.

Thanks for watching!



Links

Alpkit Gourdon 30l
alpkit.com/products/gourdon-30

SealLine Boundary Portage Pack
seallinegear.com/ie/packs-duffels/boundary-dry-pack/boundary-pack.html

Palm River Trek 100l
palmequipmenteurope.com/product/river-trek-100-l-0

Osprey Talon
ospreyeurope.com/shop/gb_en/talon-18-17

Deuter Futura 30
deutergb.co.uk/products/hiking/futura-30

Swedish Army LK35
militarymart.co.uk/products/swedish-army-lk35-rucksack

Tatonka Lastenkraxe Pack Frame
tatonka.com/en/product/lastenkraxe

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