International Backpackers Hostel Anchorage

Admin | January 15, 2012 | Comments Off

International Backpackers Hostel Anchorage

International Backpackers Hostel Anchorage

There are many great makers of backpacks out there, from basic name-brand bags such as Black Diamond, Arcteryx, Eagle Creek and Lowe Alpine, to the more professional mountaineering cooperatives such as MEC (Mountain Equipment Co-op) and REI, or even the expedition and military grade packs available from Mystery Ranch / Dana Design and CamelBak. So what to choose?

For people only planning to take the occasional hiking or camping trip, a name-brand pack is the cheap and cheerful option. However, if several months of cross-country exploring is on the cards, something from a mountain co-op may be the preferred option. These bags tend to be of higher grade quality and durability, and will last for many years if treated right. For the more extreme backpackers out there, the latter grade Mystery Ranch and CamelBak designs are surely the right choice – although a choice which commands a dollar premium.