Looking for feedback and advice from you pack fit gurus
I got this HMG Windrider pack last year, but had problems with it barreling in my first attempts to pack it. I’ve switched to stuff sacks for my quilts and clothes, and with a slightly smaller load the back panel is nice and flat. This would be a great small pack for overnights or weekenders. It has most of my base load – just shy of 15 lbs. I’ll add 2-3 liters of water in the side pockets before hitting the trail this weekend.
I’ve been questioning my torso size recently, and experimenting with the adjustment I can make on a ULA Circuit or more extensively on a SO Divide. Those packs have load lifters, whereas the Windrider does not. I think that means the fit is more critical on the HMG. It seems like the shoulder straps could wrap around a little more than they do. It’s hard to see with my black shirt, but there is a slight gap, however it was not uncomfortable standing there in my house.
In any case, I’m trying to make some decisions about what packs to keep and what to sell. This one is still unused, and probably more valuable to some in that pristine state. Let me know what you think about this fit, and if I should be trying it on the trail, or looking for a smaller size torso.
TIA
