New Backpack

I recently purchased a Jansport Carson external frame backpack off of eBay. At 4,900 cu.in., its probably more room than I need, but I like the external frame aspect. Spending about $50, including shipping, makes it a very reasonable solution.

Today was the first morning to try it out on the trail. Packed with old clothes, she weighed in at 17 pounds. I took a 3-mile, one-hour hike on the bike trail near Lake Pontchartrain. It was a beautiful sunrise and the pack felt great. I've just got to keep training so I can do 5 times that distance every day for a month!



Thank goodness the pack came with a hip belt that expands to 52". Now I need to concentrate on the belly!