Author Topic: Pack Weight? (Read 888 times)

Big Blue · « **on:** March 06, 2004, 05:21:28 AM »

I thought I would stop by and see how the campings goin'. I have a question regarding pack weight for children. Is there a rule of thumb to determine maxium pack weight for kids. I would imagine it's based on a percentage of total body weight, but I'm not sure. I'm a Scouter, and have concerns about the boys backpacking too much weight. Thanks for any help you might offer.
Don

kungfoojesus · « **Reply #1 on:** April 23, 2004, 02:34:03 AM »

The boyscouts rule of thumb for pack weight is just 1/3 of the scout's body weight. That's the BSA policy I learned years ago anyway. That was with external frames and no concept of lightened or comfortable backpacking though. A lot has changed over the years that's for sure!

Daveinthebush · « **Reply #2 on:** April 23, 2004, 06:31:26 PM »

I ain't carrying no 70 pound pack.

Things get tricky up here when you have to carry out a moose leg or something. I think I need to invest in a mule.

alpini · « **Reply #3 on:** April 24, 2004, 04:21:01 AM »

I'll bet a 1/4 to a 1/3 of a kid's total body weight would be a good guideline to go by. Some would be in better shape than others though. I'm revamping my think lately knowing lighter is better for me. I hate to see people loaded down like mules with a bunch of extra stuff that would have been better off left at home.

Daveinthebush · « **Reply #4 on:** April 24, 2004, 05:18:14 AM »

If you take it three times and don't use it leave it home next time.

This does not include Brandy and othe spirits!