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Toward the end of 2014, I had coffee with two friends as we discussed our resolutions for the New Year. After mentioning that I wanted to start exercising, I was embarrassed to realize I couldn’t think of much else. My two friends, on the other hand, easily had 25 resolutions each.As 2016 approaches, I’ve resolved to keep things interesting. Most importantly, I don’t want to be intimidated by the thought of making mistakes. I've already gotten a head start on one specific resolution I made: to camp. After some easy camping trips through the summer and fall, I challenged my group of friends to go backpacking with me earlier this month in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which rides the border of North Carolina and Tennessee. We did just that the first weekend of December. We didn’t get eaten by bears, fall off a cliff or freeze to death. Overall, the trip cost $150 per person for a three-person group. Though winter isn’t the most popular time to camp, it can be just as fun as going in warmer months if you’re prepared.

No matter where you decide to go, most campsites and national parks have several options for accommodations. The Smoky Mountains offered cabins, campsites with amenities (like running water) and backpacking. If you’re looking for a challenge—especially over the winter months—backpacking is the most exciting and fulfilling option.backpack ftb infinity It’s easy to forget how strong our city’s snowmageddons have made us. backpack pencil case smiggleTo help you get started, I laid out the gear I’ve invested in over the years and some of the new stuff I purchased for this trip. 666 backpack unifWhether or not you decide to venture out in the cold, I think we can all find new ways to have fun, tackle the unexpected and make winter suck less.666 backpack unif

ALPS Mountaineering Mystique 2.0 tent: This four-season tent can be used all year, and it was fantastic for our trip. It isn’t freestanding, which means the stakes have to be firmly planted in the ground. Not a problem for this adventure, but had we camped on hard ground, we might have been in trouble.Ledge Sports FeatherLite +0 F Degree sleeping bag: When shopping for a sleeping bag, you’ll want to consider weight (as you’ll be carrying it) and temperature rating. If you don’t have a bag that’s built for cold temperatures, consider sleeping in an extra layer of clothes or even a jacket for extra warmth.TETON Sports Explorer 4000 internal frame backpack: This bag barely fit everything I wanted to bring, and on a longer trip I might consider a bigger option. But with plenty of straps to tether things to the outside and a pouch for a water bladder, it worked just fine.ALPS Mountaineering Lightweight Series self-inflating air pad: More important than they may seem, air pads keep you comfortable at night and help prevent body heat from escaping into the ground.

Aquatic Way hydration bladder: This standard version did the trick and kept me hydrated while hiking. MSR PocketRocket stove: This nifty little stove made it easy to brew coffee in the morning and soup at night. Because you can’t always count on being able to cook by fire, it’s an essential tool for overnight trips.Potable Aqua water treatment tablets: Intended for short-term or limited emergency use only, these tablets make most water bacteriologically suitable for drinking. We dropped two in our water bottles after filling up at natural streams and water pumps along the way.TETON Sports ComfortLite self-inflating pillow: Perhaps the most unnecessary thing I brought with me (as my jacket or extra clothes would have been sufficient), but it was still a pleasure to have.Coleman enamelware mug: We ate and sipped all of our meals from cups to avoid the extra weight of plates and bowls. Don’t forget flatware, paper towels and a pan to boil water.Coghlan's fire sticks: Though we didn’t have any luck starting a fire on our trip (it rains a lot in the Smoky Mountains), you should pack plenty of matches in a waterproof case and a fire starter like this one.

Wigwam Men's El Pine crew socks: I could kiss these socks. Having warm and dry feet is essential, and this pair is perfect for wicking away moisture during long hikes. Plus, they also work great for commuting to work on a winter day.Buy Hiking Backpacks OnlineFinding five cheap hiking backpacks underGo to your favorite online retail store, search for backpacks for hiking, order this list for price, and there you go: an instant list with all the cheap backpacks that that online seller has to offer. Finding five backpacks under $100 that merit a second look, that’s another story. In this hub, I will pick the best hiking backpacks under $100 that I am aware of at the moment of writing these So, which ones are the best hiking difficult question, because the answer will depend of your personal preferences and a variety of factors: such as your hiking style, your torso length, the number of days of the trip, bargains, etc. To simplify, I will only consider packs suitable

for trips longer than a couple of days. So, all the packs will have a capacityAlso, I like internal frame backpacks, I consider internal frames to be superior for hiking than external frame ones. all my picks are internal frame packs. Lastly, these backpacks are under $100 at the moment of writing this hub, I took full advantage of all the bargains available to make this list. So, don’t expect these prices to last. High Sierra Explorer 55 lts.As far as I concerned, the best hiking backpack under $100 is the High Sierra Explorer 55 lts. Especially, for trips of 2 or 3 days. It can work too for larger trips, if you pack light and carry some of the bulk, like your tent, in the outside. The backpack is relatively comfortable to wear, it is lightweight, the suspension system adjusts well to your body, and it is rugged enough considering the price. Of course we are speaking of a cheap backpack here, don’t expect the quality or the comfort of a Gregory or an Osprey backpack.

But for only $84.69 at Amazon last time I checked, this backpack will do the job much better than the price suggests at first sight. If you want to pack more and need a roomier backpack, then the High Sierra Sentinel with a capacity of 65 lts. Teton Sports Explorer 4000The Teton Sports Explorer 4000 is a reasonably well-made backpack for hiking. The backpack is strong, the materials seem to be durable and the pack has a good construction in general. It has enough padding on the hip belt and the shoulder straps for a comfortable fit. And, it is perhaps roomy enough to carry all your gear for a week trip. On the downside, the Teton Explorer weights 5.6 ounces, so it is a slightly heavy backpack. The other problem that many reviews complaint about is the small sleeping bag compartment. That’s true, but for me is only a minor disadvantage of the pack. After all, we are searching for affordable here, and for $53 at the moment of writing this review, the backpack is a really good deal even whether we take into account these minor drawbacks or not.

New 60+10L Internal Frame Backpack AVS by CuscusCusCus seems to be specialized in the manufacture of affordable backpacks and the New 60+10L AVS is one of the best that they have for hiking. Its principal feature is the design. The pack sits well on your back and it is convincingly comfortable to wear. The backpack is well built with exactly the perfect capacity for trips from three days up to a week. Overall, it's a good pack, but predictably, it does not match the features and quality of a similar-sized, high-end pack, which can easily cost three times as much. JanSport Big Bear 63For those of you looking for an affordable lightweight pack without anything fancy, the JanSport Big Bear 63 could be a really good choice to consider. The pack weights only 3lbs. 3oz, so it is almost in the ultralight category. The design is basic with only enough padding to not be uncomfortable while wearing it. Overall, it seems to be a rugged backpack considering the weight. The only concern is that it fits torsos between 16 and 20in, so if your torso measure more than 20in, look elsewhere.

Apart from that, a great choice for the price.High Peak Kathmandu 70+10L The High Peak Kathmandu is definitely a good product for the money. It is roomy enough for all your gear, but withoutThe pack fits well on your body and it is moderately comfortable considering the capacity and the load that it is supposed to carry. A little more padding in the shoulders straps could have been nice. searching for a low-priced hiking backpack that were able to carry a large load, then the Kathmandu could be my choice. ConclusionMy advice regarding backpacks for hiking is that you should invest in buying a good quality one. The minimal level to spend in a good comfortable backpack is maybe $150 and I will not hesitate in spending $250 for a really good one. However, if your budget can not afford a quality backpack or if you only travel occasionally and don’t want to spend so much, then any of the backpacks listed in this hub could be an excellent choice.

My first backpack was much worse than the above ones (an iron tubing external frame) and I walked more than 100km on my first trip.Some of the Best Backpacks todayLightweight and ruggedVery comfortable backpack, a little heavy thoughComments Go to last comment More Hubs about BackpacksReview of Deuter Aircontact (ACT) Lite BackpackIf you are searching for a lightweight hiking backpack and don't want to compromise comfort and durability, then the Deuter Aircontact Lite could be an excellent choice to try, especially for the price....Osprey Aether 70 Backpack ReviewThe Osprey Aether 70 is a backpack that will make you eager to hit the trails. It is lighter than average without sacrificing too much comfort and still able to handle weight nicely. How to Choose a Backpack for HikingA hiking backpack is a part of your hiking equipment that you have to choose with care. So, in this hub you will find tips and information on how to pick the best backpack for hiking. More by this AuthorVisiting South AmericaFamous Tourist Attractions in ChileChile is a beautiful country with plenty of tourist attractions to satisfy the most exigent of travelers.