HOW TO FIT A BACKPACK AND HOW TO MEASURE TORSO SIZE | EXPERT ADVICE

[@deloceanophoto]

You skipped over the one part I came here for… I know my torso length, and am unsure how to adjust the length of the pack to my torso length. If my torso length is 50cm, what part of the frame should measure 50 cm?

[@Raymoiful]

Exactly what I came here for. Very nice vid, but the most important part to me was unfortunately skipped.

[@addsy6396]

If you’re doing it on your own, the simplest way is probably just to set the the torso length on the pack at its maximum setting then put the pack on and adjust the shoulder straps so they are comfortable. Look side on in a mirror and note wether there is a gap between the shoulder strap and the top of your shoulder or wether it is flush with your shoulder. The load stabilisers should be loose during this process. If there is a gap, you need to take the pack off and shorten the torso length. Work incrementally until you get the strap curving over the shoulder with good contact. You’ve gone too far if you notice the hip belt beginning to ride up above your hipbone and there is too much weight dragging on your shoulders.

[@brettwatts5301]

Kept joking about the measuring tape but never out it to the pack. Please edit that part In

[@MariekeWorm]

Yes, I was wondering about that too

[@cloudedimpulse]

@@MariekeWorm manufacturers usually include that info on the fine print, then you measure that to your torso length.

[@nelliespeers9269]

Thanks so much for this comprehensive video! It's rare that I find a video that accurately details female specific designs. I've been using men's packs and have found a lot of unnecessary discomfort. You've convinced me that it's time to change to a women's fit!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Nellie, You are welcome 🤗 Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@ryanr6656]

That’s a nice assistant! She made that pack look great.

[@anastb4957]

you and the lovely assistant are amazing, i love the way you speak, the freshness, humour and all the clear information that you give, made my evening and i didn't expect it!. Bravo for the emphasis on anatomy and body measurements that are subjects which are not always given the right amount of importance! Thank you

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Rost, Sorry for my late reply but I was on holiday for a while. That is a sweet and heartwarming comment 🤗. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@CycloTourist]

Thank you for this amazing tutorial, Gijs.🙏 Your wife did a great job. She doesn't have to hide from the camera.👍 All the best to you and your family. Stay healthy.

[@joukjekeuning1024]

Thanks! Joukje 😉

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

TJ, No she doesn't and she is mega important behind the scenes and this time in front 😀. Who knows where this is heading to.... And thanks for the thumbs up! Cheers, Gijs

[@carolcox2005]

The chest bone can be called the sternum if you wish where the chest strap are fitted. You got me curious, so I looked it up.😃 This video is very helpful when needed to shop for a backpack that fits correctly. Thank you for much for breaking this down.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Carol, I know by now 😉. You are most welcome and thanks for the kind words 😄. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@Ed-davies]

This is such an amazing tutorial! I just bought a new camera / outdoor backpack and had it adjusted completely wrong! After a day of carrying 15kg of camera gear my shoulders were wrecked!

[@fletcherbrown728]

Wow! What a pleasure to have such a knowledgeable person explain all facets of sizing in a straightforward, detailed way. watched twice and now heading to the store with a good knowledge base to shop from.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

😊. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@nithimad.1195]

Hi! Thanks for the video. There is one important step missing that I am looking for : once you have measure the torso lenght, how do you adjust the backlength of the bag (do you replicate same measure on the bag? From where to where?)? Thank you so much!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Nithima, Sorry for my late reply. You miss it because not every backpack has the same back pannel adjustment system. That is why it's not in the video. Most of the time I take the inside of the shoulder straps and the middle of the hippbelt als a guideline. Does this help? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@pimvalk4877]

Great video. Question: Hip belt and load lifters mounting position are fixed. How can measured torso lenght, translate to the desired length between say centre of the hipbelt and the mounting position of these load lifters?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Pim, I did shoot that part and did not put in in the video.... simply forgot. What I do is take a tape measure and start at the mid to lower point on the hip belt and then going up. The highest point is mostly the fixation point of the shoulder straps to the backpack or the adjustable shoulder harness. But like I mentioned: it is not an exact science as we all would like. It is a lot of trying. Does this help? Maybe I should do an extra video on this? Cheers, Gijs

[@pimvalk4877]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Hi Gijs, sorry to hear you shot but forgot to include this part, but perhaps we can get it clear in the comments. The packs I will check out will have load lifters and the shoulder harness is to some degree adjustable in height (adjust to roughly 2 inches below the schoulders). As you stated the load lifters should more or less, have a 45 degree angle to the shoulder straps (which will vary with tightening or loosen these load lifters). So the distance between (bottom half of the) hip belt and load lifters seems quite important; perhaps this is idealy equal to the torso lenght?

[@reidnorthrup2688]

With my new backpack, your video really helped with getting the proper fit for me. Thank you.

[@Wayondon]

Very well done. Buen Camino!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you Alain 😀. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@martinclennon4640]

Mr. and Mrs. Outdoor Guru make a great team

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Martin, Yes we do and already for quite some years 😉. Thanks for the compliment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@alextt36]

Excelente vídeo, demostración y explicación . Gracias 🇪🇦🇨🇺

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you so much Alex 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@jacksonfamily9174]

This was really helpful for adjusting our child carrier backpack. I would love to see a video specifically for children carriers (how to best adjust the child’s straps and their loading too!)

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thanks Jackson family! I will think about it.... Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@1024Pete]

Thanks. This is helpful. Based on my 18” torso, I have tried 5 backpacks from different manufacturers. They all didn’t fit properly at the shoulder. I was getting a gap. Unknown what to do next.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Peter, Gap... where? Because some packs are designed this way way. Otherwise send me an email with drawing. info AT outdoorguru.com Cheers, Gijs

[@1024Pete]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thanks for the response. Yesterday, I went to REI to get properly fitted. As it turns out, an Osprey Atmos seems to fit me well. The gap problem was at the shoulder. After adjustments, I couldn’t get the shoulder strap to conform to my shoulder. The Osprey seems to work for my body type.

[@mateowhitley9880]

Just found your channel / videos! I really appreciate it. Very detailed. Your wife does a wonderful job! Thank you.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you Mateo! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@ryanheldoorn]

Amazing video but you missed a great opportunity to show how to measure or adjust the torso length on the back pack itself, especially for packs like the singi 48 that don't have markings on the adjustment. That being said, how did you transfer the measurements from you wife, to the adjustment of the torso length on the singi 48???

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Ryan, 1) No I did not miss the opportunity just did not do it since most brands don't use the same system and it would make me explain all systems. But... I see a new video brewing 😉. 2) With the tape measure and testfitting a few times. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@emranali7665]

Hello, is there any chance you could review the Fairview 50 trek? I'm looking to pick up the ladies size as its shorter in length ( it has a better chance for it being allowed as a carry on) but im unsure if the hip fit correctly. I'm 5'6

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Sorry Emran.... no.... Send me your back lenght as shown in de vid and I'll see if I can help anyway. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@kevinbungles]

Nice detailed review. The lovely assistant also performed well.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Kevin, Thank you and I'll forward the compliments to my dearest 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@dsmith9572]

She's his wife, that means he is the assistant.

[@Fehrman21114]

Thank you very much for this video! One of the best explanations of backpack fitting I've seen, and was definitely very helpful to me in my pursuit of the best fitting backpack for me.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you so much for the kind words Jim 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@mattsercombe6392]

excellent tutorial. I've got the Kajka 100l and the load lifters are never at 45 degrees - but it is a longer pack..

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thanks for the thumbs up Matt 😄. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@rufasgutz7656]

Fantastic video great information and awesome to see a husband and wife team who share a love of hiking. My wife has struggled with backpack fit for years and this has helped a great deal. Thank you both so very much, much love from New Zealand .

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thanks Rufas! Nice comment. ⛺ Enjoy the outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@Erra88]

i dont get it. if i know my back length then where to measure it at the backpack itself. from the very top to the very bottom? or where the shoulder straps start down to the hip belt? i have the singi 48 but i cant tell whats the right back length adjustment because i dont know where to measure. i just adjust by feeling. any advice?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Erra, I'm sorry for my late response, but I was on vacation and took my time. Thank you for the question. Adjusting a backpack is not the same for all backpacks. . Some have numbers on the adjustment system or M-L etc that match numbers. Then it is 'just' a matter of transferring your measurements to the numbers on the parcel system. The Singi 48 I use in the video has no numbers or anything. What I do as a guideline is bring the inside of the shoulder strap to the middle of the hip belt and then start fine-tuning. I hope this helps. If not: please contact me again. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@TAVAAR7]

Well laid out and informative video. I do have two questions regarding matching the backpack size to your own body measurements, mainly for fixed sizes but also to get adjustable packs roughly set before the full fitting process. 1. What points on the backpack itself do you measure for comparison to your body measurements? Circumference seems obvious but the vertical length less so (for example: do you use the center of the waist belt or another spot for the lower point? From whatever waist point used, where do you measure up to, the spot that the shoulder straps are attatched to the backpack?) 2. For the waistbelt is there a certain amount of area that the padding section should cover? (Wrap around the front enough to cover the pelvis or barely around the front or enough thats its comfortable etc) Thanks 🙂

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Tavaar7, 1) Most of the time I take the centre height of the waist belt and the top inside of the shoulders straps. 2) The padding should sit partly on the bone and not on the front. Most backpack don't have padding here on the waist belt. If you... the backpack is simple too large for that person. Smaller size pack or smaller hip belt if it is a pack with an interchangeable hipbelt. 3)... Backpacks... It takes some time to fit, try and fit again to get it right. Me too 😉 Cheers, Gijs Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@gaykang3053]

That was a very useful and informative tutorial. Thank you so much!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You're very welcome! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@jalamalover]

I'm glad I found this video and great tutorial! I'm looking to purchase a backpack for my 10yr old son and want him to be comfortable. We will start out with small hikes of course but excited to get out there! Thank you!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you Niko for the kind words. Buy a good backpack for kids since the body is in full development. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@bobusa1960]

Do you follow the curvature of the back or do you measure the direct vertical line between the C7 and iliac crest? If you follow the backs curvature, it can be an inch or more longer.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Bob, Direct most of the time. But.... it is not an exact science. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@bobusa1960]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews thx!

[@user-wisely707]

Very nice video sharing especially for a beginner , thanks !

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@redpatrickdesepida8069]

Thanks for this very informative video! New subscriber here from Sydney, Australia.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you Patrick 🤗. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@LetsGoJT]

Really appreciate you and your lovely wife for the help

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you for the kind words and I'll pass it on to my dearest 🙃. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@leannerollins2657]

Thank you so much for this video. I've been struggling with my pack fit and this has helped immensely!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Leanne, Thank you for the kind words 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@sdemosi]

This is very important as it's a mistake I and so many other tall people make with fixed length backpacks. We get a back length that's too short and the pack is uncomfortable.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

As we say in Dutch: "Meten is weten". Google translate: "Measuring is knowing". Sounds better in Dutch 😉. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@davidrenz5886]

Thanks for a clear and very informative video. Best wishes to all and safe and happy travels...

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi David, Thank you for the kind words! You too 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@meryemayalcn2597]

Thank you so much for the detailed video, learned so much from it. I will walk the Lycian Trail soon, your tips come in very handy. 🌿✌️

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thanks Meryema! Enjoy the trip 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@rebeccasartcorner]

I have a 85L backpack from osprey. It has that kind of looser part between the shoulder straps (like the first bag). Is it normal for it to “buckle” or does that mean that the shoulder straps are too wide for me? I’m trying to figure out if I have the wrong fit on my backpack.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Rebecca, Would you mind and send me a picture of your problem? That would make it a bit easier for me so understand and maybe find a solution. My email adres you will find on my website or send a DM on my Instagram. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@PARIDE1982]

Really clear video thx a lot

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi, I am sorry for my late response but I was on holiday and took my time. Thanks for the nice comment and that it was helpful to you! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@mahmoudmarei3117]

Hi Gijs! Thanks for great tutorial. What is your view on backpacks without load lifters like Hyperlite mountain gear's backpacks. They claim that if the backpack fits correctly, there is no need for load lifters. What is your view on this?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Mahmoud, Well not all backpacks need them. Mainly backpacking/trekking packs do and maybe I should have sad that. I could do a 1 hour video if I tell everything. There is so much going in packs. Back to the load lifters. A lot of close contact backpacks and day/weekend packs come without. Close contact packs are close to the body and sit quite tight. Also a lot of climbing pack don't have them. But also the weight that can be stored in the pack is important. Most day/weekend packs and climbing pack are not to be used with heavy backpacking/trekking/camping loads (and if they are... the people are tuff cookies where stamina is rated above comfort 🙃). What still counts: the correct size. I hope this answer helps. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@jurismagone3887]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Great video as always, Gijs. I agree, the close contact packs are not the best for above 10kgs. Also, the padding on the hips and shoulders tend to be quite minimal and starts getting uncomfortable sooner or later. I have Arcteryx Bora which has the comfiest straps ever, very good for 15kgs and heavier loads but it is twice as heavy as my old Osprey Exos 58 which I use for shorter summer trips. But, since it's the lockdown again, both packs are currently on furlough.

[@richard35midships]

Please could you show how to adjust the frame on the Osprey? It would be really helpful as I've just bought one. Thank you, Rich P.s. Great video 👍

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Richard, I can but I am not going to do a video on how to adjust every brand. Where are you from? Maybe I can show it on facetime/zoom or so. Cheers, Gijs

[@aggieweighill]

This is great - thanks. In Canadá we would call the bone you were tapping the “collar bone”

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Aj, Thank you! I think we call it the same... what did I say 🤔? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@gerkostuff598]

Great informative video, thanks again. Concerning the measuring tape, I never roll it up after use, just fold it a few times in a 10-12cm size and fold that in half. A time saver 😉

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Gerco, It is a timesaver ;-) and thank you for the compliments. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@gajendrasinghkanyal3766]

Should there be any gap between middle-back and the backpack?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Gajendra, That is very much depending on the type of backpack. Close contact backpacks sit close while some others with air frames don't. Does this help🙏? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@alanrowland398]

Hi ! Would it be possible to do a review on the keb52? as I'm thinking of buying one. Many thanks Alan 😊

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Alan, I would love to and I'll pop FR a request on this. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@januzportz7367]

Nice one. You've got a new subscriber from Australia.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Januz, THANKS! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@GinoAngeloTipan]

Thank you for the video!!! One question: Few years ago a bought a really expensive backpack from Kathmandu and I didn’t notice it was woman fitting, do you think for a man would be such a deal breaker? Pretty sure I bought the right size but still not aure

[@valeriaeandre]

Thanks! You are amazing teacher!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Valeriaendre, You are most welcome 😄. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@iloveelke]

Thanks a lot. Very useful information.

[@이정호-q4u]

WHAT A NICE EXPLAIN ! THANK YOU SO MUCH !

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You are welcome 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@peroxidetim]

Hee Gijs! dank je voor de hulp! thanks for the help! may be is Missed it, but eh...what to do with de length of the back/torso? how do yout use it to adjust the backpack? can I find it somewhere? thanks allready!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Matthijs, Well it depends a lot on the brand. Some have the back lenght in centimeters, some in M-XL notification and you take use that. Or... take the inside of the shoulderstraps and the centre of the hipbelt and measure it. It takes some adjusting up and forth most of the time. But I see a new video... Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@peroxidetim]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews thanks! I also think that can be an usefull topic. I bought a fjallraven kajka. It is fully adjustable .... But NO hint for whatsoever from fjallraven how tot use the measured torso length to adjust the backpack itself. 😖🤣. Thanks for the answer here anyways! (And i think i have to find out myself ) .

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

En als je iets wilt weten... bellen mag altijd.

[@reecealeck8314]

I get two different dimensions when measuring. With my head straight forward I get 17.5 inches. With my head facing downward for the measurer to know wear the bone is I get 19 inches.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Recce, Find the spot with the chin on the chest, sort of - and then stand upright. I think your first measurement is the right one. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@reecealeck8314]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews really appreciate the reply!👍😁

[@turboduckhead6179]

This is a great video packed full of good information

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you Turbo 🙃!

[@mandelfriends]

Klasse Introduction, brave Joukje

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Matti, Thank you for the very kind words and yes, Joukje is brave. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@mandelfriends]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews thanks. happy to meet soon

[@Jensenr8]

Sooo.... what if you are heavier than you are supposed to be and have some big "love handles" instead of hips, how do you fit a backpack then?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Jensen, Maybe I don't understand the question.... What about it if you are a bit bigger? Please explain a bit more whet the 'problem' is. If you want this private send me an email. The only thing I can come up with is that the adjustment reach of the hip belt and shoulder straps might be a problem. That reach is always in my reviews, but I don't know any manufacturer that does this. Is that what you are refering to? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@gagahph]

very thorough explanation!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thanks you! 😄Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@motojb1980]

Hi.What the model of pants? I now it’s Fjallraven.But model & year if it’s possible.Thanks

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi, You are wrong 😜, not Fjällräven but Lundhags Authentic Pants Generation 1 and not available anymore. I love them for almost four or five years now. This is the next development: www.lundhags.com/en/clothing/men/pants/authentic-ii-ms-pant/ Cheers, Gijs

[@tomwheeler7816]

you took the measurement of the person but did not show the correct to transfer it to the pack , ie is it from the top of the waist belt or the bottom at the back ,ps i am real new to this modern gear , thank you

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Tom, No, I didn't, because every backpack manufacturer has their own translation for this. Sometimes in a print on the back panel where the adjustment is also made. So... I would name each method. I generally use the inside of the shoulder strap to the middle of the waist strap. It's not an exact science but it works for me, my kids and my dearest. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@hershel_van6546]

Very helpful! This is exactly what I needed!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you 😄. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@shedman234]

Thank you for an excellent informative video done with humour and easy way of telling us new things that perhaps we didn't know before. I have just bought an Osprey Rook backpack and my torso measures 47 cm. Out of the four adjustments for the back system, I have it on the second down. Would this be correct in your book? TIA.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Robin, I don't have the Rook here and not all systems are alike. What do you measure ruffly from mid waistbeld to inner top shoulderstrap? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@mattyp80]

Chest bone= Sternum! Great vid, well presented!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

I know now! Sternum.... big thing in some Asterix and Obelix cartoons. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@Curiosityuk]

Great video, but can I ask? I’ve bought a 70L pack for a multi-day hike and I’m 5 foot 6 inch in height. It feels comfortable, but the top part of the pack is above my head. Is this an issue or not? Thanks in advance.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

May I ask what backpack? Brand and Type? Cheers, Gijs

[@Curiosityuk]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews yes, it’s a Vango Sherpa. I’ve provided a link to go outdoors where I bought it from. www.gooutdoors.co.uk/15909913/vango-sherpa-70-80-rucksack-15909913

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Well... it looks it was designed that way to get the 70 liter of volume. Just be aware of the fact that the top part is not limiting the freedom of movement of your head. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@Curiosityuk]

Cheers for that and great channel. Enjoy the outdoors too 👍👍👍

[@valvegeek]

That was very useful thank you! 👍😊

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thanks for the compliment Valve Geek! Petrolhead? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@vinnettepope8255]

Awesome 👌back pack tutorial 👍👌👏

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you Vinnette, Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@thebuteykomethod]

Hey Gijs! Awesome vids :). I've just bought an osprey Kestrel 68. I'm a man with quite narrow hips and am having trouble getting the weight to sit on my hips without tightening the waist strap up very tight which I think is restricting my breathing. Any tips here for narrow hips? Keep up the good work!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Dear Neil, I am sure I answered your question a week ago but I don't see it here.... Strange. The hipbelt should be sitting on your hipbones, not around your waist being very tight. If it does not rest on you hips but slides down... the hip belt is tp big for your narrow hips. With some packs I have this problem and more eating doesn't help 😆. Did you buy it in a shop or online? Thanks for the compliment btw🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@diegocomesana4075]

very clear bro, good job

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Diego, Thanks for the friendly comment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@migranthawker2952]

Excellent video. Chest bone = sternum 😀

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi MH, Sternum it is, just like in Asterix and Obelix with the silly soldiers and the harnesses. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@Inconsistent-Dogwash]

I always find that they hang too low as I’m a very small lady and my torso is short, I feel like I’d need a kids bag but I need room for my stuff which I doubt I’d have. I feel like there isn’t much options for me out there.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Samantha, That should not be. Maybe I can help.... but than you need to share some measurements. Feel free. You can do it here or in the mail. Maybe better. gijsAToutdoorguru.com AT being @. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@leannjones6282]

Finally!! Thank you for making a video that made sense.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Leann, Glad it was helpful! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@stephaniehug5816]

Your wife has the same measurements as me! Could I ask what type of daypack she uses? Also in the video she has her hip belt on her iliac crests. Is that how she hikes?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Stephanie, My wives uses a lot of different packs since we have a lot of choices because of the testing. She also uses my male packs and I use her ladies packs and we exchange experiences. One of the packs she is very fond of are the Haglofs Vina 30 and a Mammut Creon Tour 30. The pack 'on' the iliac crest can be interpreted in. different ways: the hip belt 'sits' - like so /-\ - on the hips. The /\ being the hip belt left and right and the - being the hips. Does this make sense? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@syahrulsamsuddin3730]

Superb!👍🏼

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Taktak! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@shrikantagawane2128]

Thanks for very clean and informative videos. :-)

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You are welcome 🙏 Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@petergilbert72]

I learned a lot there Gijs. Thank you!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Nice!

[@nope666666]

for 31 cm torso what do you recommend for hiking back pack

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

That depends on what you want to do with the pack. I need a bit more info. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@nope666666]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews thank you for the response, i am looking for one day hike and travel back pack for female

[@reedccroft]

Great information! Thank you.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@marjoleinvandersloot4078]

Hallo Gijs, Mooie nuttige info op je video. Ik ben alleen niet helemaal zeker of ik goed meet. Ik heb een vraag over dat opmeten. Ik heb een oude fijne verstelbare rugzak. Ik wil hem niet vervangen, maar wel goed op maat maken. Als ik mijn rug meet op jouw manier, waar begin ik dan met het opmeten van het rugpand van mijn rugzak? Bij het begin van de aanhechting van de draagbanden bovenaan(of hoger?) tot aan de bovenkant van de heupband? Soms zit hij perfect en soms net niet. Als jij mij een antwoord kunt geven, ben ik heel blij. Ik ga 6 weken wandelen, dus enig comfort is gewenst. Alvast dank! Groet, Marjolein

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hoi Marjolein, Sorry voor de late reactie maar hij is er ergens tussen door geschoten. Kom je naar het Hike and Trail event van de NKBV? Doen we het daar samen.... Ik neem altijd de binnenzijde van de schouderbanden als punt (en soms de aanhechting op de rugzak). Tweede punt is midden van de heupband. Daar waar hij eigenlijk 'op' het bekken rust. Bel gerust als je er niet uit komt. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@b-rj1171]

Nou ja zeg.. tweede filmpje wat ik van jou bekijk en zie ik gewoon een ex vriendinnetje staan.. Joukje Keuning.. wat leuk om jou weer eens te zien! 😮😊 Prima video Gijs! 👍🏻

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

En wie schuilt er dan achter B-RJ? 😋

[@b-rj1171]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Ik ben Rutger.. als ik me niet vergis heb ik met Joukje op de TU in Delft gezeten.. nice memories! 😅 Doe haar de groeten als je wilt.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Groeten gedaan, groeten terug

[@b-rj1171]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Geweldig! Dank je.👍🏻

[@abhishekmitra1347]

Greetings from India. Really liked your video. I need help from you regarding choosing the capacity of backpack. My height is 5.3" feet so 65 litre will be good fit for me or not?

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Abhishek, Sorry for my late reply but I was on holiday for a while. It's not about the 65 liter, you should look if the back length of a certain backpack fits your back size. Do that first and than look for a pack that fits and if the pack fits what you want to carry. I hope this helps. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@abhishekmitra1347]

@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thank you so much 😊

[@gullepomp]

Gijs, mooie video en ook duidelijk. Ik vind het alleen jammer dat je het afstellen van de lengte overgeslagen hebt. Dit is een belangrijk punt waar de rest van de afstellingen op rusten. Heupen en schouderbanden pas je elke keer weer aan bij het af en aan doen van de rugzak bijvoorbeeld ook als je een dikke jas aan trekt. In het begin heb je de lengte wel gemeten maar verder kom je daar niet echt meer op terug om de schouderbanden op de juiste hoogte te krijgen.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hoi Gullepomp, En dat heb ik bewust zo gedaan. Ieder merk heeft z'n eigen manier om de ruglengte - in geval van verstelbare rugpanden - af te stellen. Ik wilde niet verzanden in een methode die zou vermoeden dat dat geldt voor alle rugzakken. Het zou meer vragen oproepen dan beantwoorden. Maar... je bent niet de eerste die deze opmerking maakt dus als mijn stem weer ok is, maak ik wellicht een video over de meest voorkomende systemen. En tof dat je reageert en dank voor de opsteker! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@hoffmancapote]

Great informative video. Thanks

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Brian, Thank you! And... sorry for my late reply but I was on holiday for a while. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@msgoesabout]

Thank you so much for this video!🙏🏼

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You are welcome! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@markie_mark9950]

Brilliant video..finally I understand how to wear and measure a backpack. I bet chiropractors will hate you 😂

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

That is a nice comment. Thanks! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@TRINITYIMPERAT]

Good work.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thank you!

[@johnpace3232]

Think you. Good information.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Thanks John! Enjoy the outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@blekfut5763]

I like the natural beauty of this woman.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

I’ll pass on to her😉

[@sandyfraser6730]

Thanks so much 😊

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You're welcome 😊. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@andrewnash6121]

I think the name of that bone is the breastbone or more properly the sternum. However, the center-chest bone makes sense too.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Andrew, My eldest daughter is a medical student since november last year: sternum is the correct one 😉. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@LaLaObeRoT]

Thank you!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You are welcome! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@lamoabird]

Thank you for the video

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

You welcome! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@Sidneybeach875]

Bro your accent along with the intro music, like peanut butter and jelly

[@thatunfitbloke]

New sub here, look forward to viewing more of your content 👍

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Sweeeeet! Thanks for the sub and will do! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@veloatlas]

Wonderful 👍

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Velo, Thank you! 😄. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@briman7379]

My torso length is 22 inches is that a medium??

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Briman, 22 inches is 56 cm and that sounds like a medium to me but not all brands are the same. Check with the backpack manufacturer. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@paolobellani680]

mi stai simpatico!!!!

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Paolo, Thank you for the very kind words. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@sigmalife0570]

Tysm

[@Jacob-ly8vs]

Sternum is the word you're looking for! (Chest bone)

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Jacob, I know by now 😉. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@DenisBTV]

So why did you measure torso length and waist circumference? The transition from measurement to already fitted backpack wasn't clear.

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hi Денис, I did explain that a backpack has a certain back length size that fits a a back with a certain length and that a backpack can be adjusted, or didn't I? It's been a while. But... I know for sure I did not explain how to adjust a backpack itself in depth since every manufacturer has its own system. I am thinking on doing that video with the most popular brands though. Give me some suggestions and that will help me. And... correct me when I am wrong on the first part. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@jackthemackification]

hallo, je hebt je vrouw haar rug gemeten, maar hoe heb je de rugzak dan aangepast, dat toon je spijtig genoeg niet, gewoon meten van de heupgordels naar boven of omgekeerd, heb me de singi ook aangeschaft. Groetjes

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Hoi Jack, Je bent niet de enige die die opmerking maakt. De reden is dat het vaak per merk verschilt hoe je dit doet. Het principe blijft natuurlijk wel het zelfde. Maar ik denk er over na om dat met verschillende merken maar eens te laten zien. Groet, Gijs

[@isabellakathleen3533]

Breastbone is called a sternum.

[@filipbuskovic3373]

Who understands Latin these days

[@Jeremy_teamyoshi]

Friesland 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

What can I say😊. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs

[@cashmere85]

I've watched countless videos on shoulder straps for women, but none really address the specific challenges, like the chafing against the armpit area. For women, unlike men, the chest (breasts) causes the straps to slide aside, even with chest straps in place. I'm facing this issue with my first backpack (Osprey), and I just can't find a comfortable fit where the straps don't rub against my armpits. 😢

[@OutdoorguruGearReviews]

Our experience (talking to my wive for her experience 😀) is that there are backpacks for women with curved shoulder straps that do fit well without problems. Maybe you bought the wrong backpack. Which one is it?

[@Jim553just]

😎😎