Hiking on Sunday?

I have been thinking that I would prefer not to hike on Sunday. I would like to use it as a worship and rest day. To do that and keep on schedule I would need to hike 18 miles a day instead of 15. I would plan on hiking 6 hours a day instead of 5. If I start at 7 am I would be finished at 2 pm instead of 1 pm. On paper it sounds good. I think taking a day off would be good for my body to strengthen. I would hike 15 miles on Saturday. I would get to a town and stay in a hotel for two nights. Saturday I would get laundry, shopping, ect. done. Then I would use Sunday for a worship day. Hopefully find a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to attend. I am thinking I might need to pack a white shirt. I would make it short sleeve for weight, also a tie.:-). Again, it sounds good in planning. It will tough to hike 18 miles. After a couple weeks hopefully it becomes comfortable, enjoyable, and not a struggle.

 

Backpack

I got my back pack. I am excited about it. It weighs less than 3 pounds and has a lot of features. I could have gotten a lighter one close to 2 pounds. It would have cost me about double, been basically a sack, and no internal frame. I am glad I got the heavier, framed, cheaper, and better looking one. Here is a picture and details. Doesn't it look great!

 

 

 

 

 

 

FEATURES of the Montane Grand Tour 55L Pack

• Constructed from ultra lightweight Raptor Zero fabric that provides an incredibly lightweight yet strong and tough pack body
• Features a superb DWR and formidable tear resistance
• Raptor UTL ultra tough, lightweight base panel prevents abrasion against rock surfaces
• Granite Stretch skirt lid side panels give a clean fabric hugging lid closure and additional storm protection with a sleek shape
• Moulded Montane 'Comfort Back Pad' features channels that wick sweat and rainwater away from the body and give additional ventilation
• 'VertErgo Tour' back system provides strength, comfort and support with load carrying over long distances
• This unique back system is extremely lightweight and can be removed for additional ultra weight saving and minimalism
• It can be shaped to fit the user's back for a specific tailored fit
• Features a pre-curved horizontal aluminum bar across the top of the back panel which provides structure for top tension straps to torque off
• This bar is pre-curved so that the pack does not inhibit head movement
• Two shoulder top tension straps allow the pack weight to be pulled close to the body and control the pack stability for the required terrain
• Waterproof shell friendly 'Contact Mesh' on the shoulder straps and Montane 'Comfort Back Pad' facings prevent abrasion on shell clothing when the pack is full to capacity and with heavy use
• Two large front stash pockets allow for storage of wet kit (for instance, a tent or tarp flysheet) whilst on the move, keeping moisture away from dry essentials
• Large top 'buddy pocket' for front access whilst on the move, perfect for storage of guide books etc. and large enough for storage of an OS map
• Two large stretch mesh lower pockets for storage of extra items
• Two walking pole attachment elastic loops with cordlock adjustment at the lower rear of the pack
• Additional side sleeves in upper compression strap for firm lock down of poles during dynamic body movement and for effective storage when not in use
• Chest harness with left hand clip prevents bulky buckles over the sternum and increases comfort with its low profile
• Four symmetrical single hand side compression straps pull around pack contents and help provide additional stability
• Wide mouth central opening with 'Cord Lord' quick release mechanism
• Internal top compression over mouth opening for additional storage of kit
• Extendable internal top sleeve for extra storm protection of contents with double compression closure on outside opening and internal sleeve opening with 'Cord Lord' quick release mechanism
• Space saving external top lid front pull allowing for good vertical pack compression
• Elastic loops on shoulder harnesses for easy access to water bottles whilst on the move
• Reversible mitt and glove friendly locking webbing buckles used throughout
• Body curve hip fins for great comfort and strong stability when on the move whatever the terrain
• Double tension waist harness for extra stability, pack weight equalization and ease of use while on the move
• Internal security pocket featuring vertical upside down zippered entry preventing coin and key loss. Also features a key clip
• Right and left hip pockets for handy storage of GPS, mobile phone, head torch, energy bar etc.
• Front central and two left and right high webbing gear loops
• Includes webbing and drawcords that can be affixed to front loops for additional stretch front storage
• Quality nylon webbing used throughout for reliability over the pack's lifetime
• H2O top right tube opening and internal bladder storage sleeve
• Double head zip and two zip garages on buddy pocket
• Arm shoulder harness gear loops and H2O tube attachment
• Montane custom made glove and mitt friendly zip pulls
• Top load easy grab hauling handle
• 360° 'Dusk Till Dawn' head torch reflectivity at lower rear of pack in optimum position
• Activities: Backpacking / Mountain Walking / High Trekking / Travel

SPECIFICATIONS of the Montane Grand Tour 55L Pack

• Fit: Active mountain
• Weight: 47.4 oz / 1,345 g