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Looking similar jacket with 2 inner layer and good for heavy rain (waterproof), help please 🥺

I’m looking for a smaller daypack (something in the 15-18L region) - my current one is 25L which feels excessive when I’m only going out for a few hours. I ordered some, but now they’ve been delivered and I’ve tried them on I don’t think any of them fit properly.

The purple one is a Deuter Futura 25L SL. It fits fine - I’ve worn it for a 4 day 73km trek before and whilst I had a tiny bit of back ache by the end of day 4 (which was a 23km day), it’s not really an issue, but this is what I’m working off.

Next is the Rab Nitron 18L. I really like the pockets on the straps, but it feels like there’s just too much fabric on them with the gaping, and it doesn’t sit on my shoulders?

Then the Osprey Sportlite 15L. Again, too much fabric in the straps, and there’s a big gap between by shoulders and the bag.

Then the Osprey Hikelite 18L. Less of a gap on the shoulders, but the straps still aren’t sitting properly?

They’ve all got the same load in, with the exception of the Rab which doesn’t have big enough pockets for my second bottle. We don’t have REI in the U.K., so I can’t go there and get measured. I tried to measure myself before, but I definitely struggled to do it alone and ended up with something not quite right. I don’t mind keeping on with trial and error of buying online and seeing at home, but I don’t know what I need to be looking out for to get the shoulder straps to actually touch my shoulders. Or is it normal for them to fit like this? Thanks!

Midweight, chest pocket, zippered hand pockets and a cinch hem.

Feels like a needle in a hay stack.

Hi everyone, I’m not very good at posting on Reddit, but I need help and suggestions since I’m torn between two options for hiking boots (based on the type of shoe I’m looking for), including their specs and price range.
Generally speaking, they’re very similar, but I don’t know much about these brands, so I need your advice on which brand is better or which model you think is better—ideally based on your own experience.

One is the Hanwag Women’s Banks GTX (1,050 g), and the other is the Lowa Renegade GTX Mid WS (950 g). Both feature Vibram soles, Gore-Tex, and a high shaft.

Any help, comments, or suggestions are welcome! Thanks <3

Does this Salomon print look normal to you? The lettering doesn’t seem completely straight and the edges look a little messy/smudged to me. Could this just be a manufacturing/printing variation, or does something look off? Bought from Footshop. Would appreciate some opinions!

These Scarpa's have done me very well, and I'd love to keep using them. But the stitching has come away on both shoes around the toes.

Is there anything that can be done to salvage them? Gluing? Taking them to somewhere to get stitches and repaired? Or is it a case of in the bin these go, and on to a new pair?

This is more of an unusual thing, but instead of the well-known multi-tool, I’ve used this “card” on all of my hiking trips over the past two years, even on multi-day trips. It has everything I need, and I even use the ballpoint pen regularly.

I like that I can separate the knife and the scissors. The needle is very handy for splinters, the tweezers for ticks, and it only weighs 26 grams. We’ve even made fire with the magnifying glass several times, just because it’s fun.

I don’t want to start a discussion about whether the multi-tool or the card is better — I just want to point out that this is an option too.

Emphasis on durability/longevity. Looking for that wool base/mid layer that can replace 3 pieces of the pack list and can handle repeat washing. Bonus points for style.

I started “walking” as a way to get healthier. Which led to venturing out further. I’m lucky I can leave my house and be in solitude in minutes or drive a short distance and be in multiple trails in southern Oregon.

I’ve pieced together various things, as I realized I needed better then what I had, and I was losing weight so buying clothes to fit me became a thing. I was doing second hand stores as buying new I did not know where I was going to land. Footwear I found a color being discontinued of Moab 3, low cut hiking shoes, took a chance and ordered online. What a difference! They are awesome! So much so I bought a pair of mid cut water proof ones for fall and winter.

My first hydropack I borrowed from teen, my second one was a $20 coupon special from Big 5 (and technically that pack is great if it had load bearing anywhere but shoulders!). I came to conclusion I needed a better day pack as I carry a lot of “what if’s” gear as I’m in areas anything could happen and even in my town an ambulance is up to an hour away.

My point is I’ve “cheaply” put together things I needed. Some stuff I had, borrowed, coupons, sales, and 2nd hand (I’ve got some great clothing that people probably outgrew and since I shrank it was a win win!).

My biggest purchase to date is this pack. I even went to REI to test out several brands. This one won my personal choice for comfort with 15 lbs loaded in it! Mind you with water my usual is about 10-11lbs. Was not a clearance or sale, just needed it after my attempt to summit a local mountain I realized how much my hydropack hurt! This will allow me more “if I get stuck out overnight” supplies and rest that weight on my hips!

I enjoying reading the posts here!

This is the state of the boots after 80km of alpine & forest Summer hiking over 5 days. I have been through 4 pairs of Altra runners, love them for their comfort and knew not to expect the durability of a traditional hiking boot. But looking at these Olympus I am particularly concerned for the life of this midsole, esp. considering their 250€ price tag.

Also couldn't lock my heel down, slid forward bumping my toes on descends and rubbed my heel bare, but that's a different story. Really sad, would have wished for these to be my choice where the Lone Peak 9+ don't suffice - I can't fit my feet into the widest traditional boots anymore.