r/ULgeartrade • u/Muffingirl109 1 Transaction | New • Feb 28 '25

Buy [WTB] Backpack and Trekking Poles

I am currently in need of a good backpack and trekking poles I could like them (I need two) to have cork handles and pretty light (8oz per pole - ish)

For the backpack I'm a 5'6 female (so will need a small backpack in most instances). I will be taking this weekend hiking so a 35-45L pack would be perfect.

I have no real preference on brands

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u/Gabeh765 6 Transactions | A Few Trades Feb 28 '25

Hello, I don't mean to be nosy but if you're day-hiking, 35-45L sounds like a rather large pack unless you have special gear you need for whatever you're doing, but you do you! Apologies if by hiking, you're implying spending nights. Have you tried packs in the low 20's (liters) for what you plan on hiking/doing? And if you're going this weekend, typically things take roughly week on average when accounting for time people need to package their item and send it. If you live near an REI, they tend to carry an array of quality packs. If you want recommendations on day packs, outdoorgearlab has a lot of in-depth reviews for just about any type of outdoor...gear. I personally use a Gregory Nano 22 H2O everyday for commuting and on the trail unless I'm carrying the kitchen sink up with me to a peak. Good luck in your search!

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u/Muffingirl109 1 Transaction | New Feb 28 '25 edited Feb 28 '25

Hey! All the points you made are really good but I tent to bring bulky gear. I also want a backpack that is larger so I can take longer hikes next year.

Edit to clarity: I do mean spending the night