I've been researching ultralight packs for her and am more confused than ever.
She is 5'3" tall, weights 88 lbs, and torso length is 18-19". She is a a tall skinny string bean.
Will not be carrying tent or food or sleeping bag. Weather is likely to be very hot with some chilly eves and occasional morning rain. She will be 7 nights on the trail, staying mostly in village refuges and small hotels. I have bought nothing yet.
I am assuming I can make the whole thing less than 10 lbs in weight, but I will have to do most of it mail order as all the NYC stores are out of everything light.
I welcome advise from anyone who will take the trouble to give it.
My own pack weighs 3.5 pounds. Am considering trading it in if I can't get my own weight to 15 or less, but I think I can as I trade in antiquated clothing for the whisper weight t-shirts and such. But really the issue is my daughter. I don't want to compress her spine and want this introduction to hiking to really make her want to keep doing it.

