[pct-l] Lightweight pack with straps set wider apart

[Melanie Clarke]

I think ULA developed the "J" strap for this purpose?

Also, I have compressed and herniated vertebral discs so I like to rest all
the weight of the pack on my hip belt so my pelvis carries the weight,
instead of my shoulders.  To achieve this I make sure I get a slightly
longer torso length pack so the shoulder straps start just a little bit
above my shoulders, (just a little bit, not completely obvious)  I'm 5'8"
so I make sure I buy a pack sized for a 5'10" to 6' man.  My shoulders and
spine hike free and easy!!!!  Of course, I need an ultra-light pack with an
extra beefy hip belt (...and ultra light packs just love to tone down or
get rid of the hip belt entirely, sigh...).  I just bought a ULA Ohm II
that features the extra beefy hip belt so I'll give it a try this season.

Toga

On Tue, Mar 5, 2013 at 1:43 PM, Mackenzie Evan Smith <
mackenzie.evan.smith at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hello all,
>
> I'm in search of a lightweight-ish pack, and I'm having trouble
> finding one that doesn't pinch my upper shoulders/neck. Does anyone
> have a suggestion for a pack that's around 2 pounds and has should
> straps that are sewn a bit further apart? I've ordered and sent back
> an Osprey Exos and a GoLite Jam Pack because of this issue. A Granite
> Gear Crown VC Ki just arrived and I'm having the same issue: I love
> the pack, but once my gear is inside it pinches my shoulders (perhaps
> my shoulders are wider than most women's, or my neck is bigger). Does
> anyone have the men's version? I can't tell from the photos online if
> the shoulder straps are further apart on that model. I've also thought
> about taking the pack to a tailor to see if they could move the straps
> apart a bit. Anyone have success with that?
>
> I had a Osprey Ariel 65 for my AT thru hike and loved it, but want
> something a little lighter for my PCT thru hike attempt. Any advice or
> suggestions would be very helpful. Thank you!
>
> Best, Mackenzie/Hitch
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