BACKPACK SUGGESTIONS
for the new scout or scout leader, tested by the troop and works for us.
Camp Trails Adjustable II: Two main compartments separated by a horizontal panel with pass-through corners. A zippered opening across the front provides access to the bottom compartment. Five additional pockets on the outside of the pack provide room for organizing gear. The back of the pack contains a Velcro closure map pocket. 8 oz packcloth. Automatically S-curved V-truss frame with heli-arc welds . 4 cross bars for stability and frame extender. Padded hipbelt and padded shoulder straps. 5" mesh backband.
No. 60073-E Medium – Loden $69.99
No. 60074-E Large – Loden $69.99
No. 60813-r Camp Trails Backpack Raincover $16.99Medium for 4’ 6" to 5’7" Large for 5’5" to 6’4"
Select the pack that your son will probably grow into. Available at yard/garage/tag sales from $5.00 for junk to $20.00 for fair condition.
Camp Trails McKinley: Divided pack with a top loading main compartment and a panel loading bottom. An expandable top adds an extra 1000 cu. in. Four side pockets, one large front pocket and a rear map pocket. Other pack features include a crampon patch, ice axe loop, top lash points and pass-thru sides between the main and lower compartments. V-truss frame with heli-arch welds. Removable top extender bar, 8" mesh backband, curved padded shoulder straps and 3 width and 6 height adjustments, sternum strap and Tech-5 hip belt. Colors: Black, Green. Medium and Large.
No. 60079-E Specify Medium or Large $64.97
No. 60813-G Camp Trails Backpack Rain cover $16.99Medium for 4’ 6" to 5’7" Large for 5’5" to 6’4"
Select the pack that your son will probably grow into. Available at yard/garage/tag sales from $5.00 for junk to $20.00 for fair condition.
Where to buy? This information is from the CAMPMOR catalog (1-800-226-7667) or http://www.campmor.com. I purchased my Adjustable II from Farr’s in Manchester. My son has the McKinley (same price found on sale at the end of the season). They have survived may campouts and backpacking trips – rain, snow, heat and rides on the back of pickup trucks. Rugged and well built, they will last a long time if they are taken care of. Best to buy a rain cover along with pack.
Also try: Eastern Mountain Sports, REI Outdoor Gear & Clothing, and The Sportsman's Guide.