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3. ADJUSTING YOUR BACKPACK
HOW TO GET THE BEST FIT:
1. Loosen all straps (shoulder straps, load control
straps, waist belt, compression straps) before
you load the pack.
2. If your backpack has a back regulation system,
follow the instructions in the table to identify
your torso length and set the correct back length.
3. Pull in the waist belt so that it sits just above
the pelvis. Make sure that your iliac crest is
centred between the waist belt padding. Close
the buckles. Secure the loose ends of the straps.
4. Tighten (but don't overtighten) the shoulder
straps until the carrying system meets the back.
TORSO
FIXED BACK
MEASUREMENT
LENGTH SIZE
38/40cm
SHORT
40/45cm
45/50cm
REGULAR
50/53cm
GENERAL INFORMATION
The attachment point of the shoulder straps
should be about one inch below the seventh
vertebra (C7). If necessary, readjust the back
length.
5. If your pack has them, tighten the load control
straps at the top of the shoulder straps.
6. Close and adjust the length of the chest (sternum)
strap, and make sure it sits at the right height (at
your sternum). A snug fit will help stabilise the
pack. Take care not to create pressure points.
7. Check the load control straps again and ensure
that your shoulder straps fit snugly around your
shoulders.
DRY BACK CONTACT
DRY BACK CONTACT
BACK LENGTH FEMALE
BACK LENGTH MALE
SHORT
SHORT
MEDIUM
MEDIUM
LARGE
LARGE
APEX WALL 38
APEX WALL 32
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4. PACKING YOUR BACKPACK
We recommend that you never pack more than 70%
of your pack's volume. The extra room will come
in useful if you have to unpack the contents and
quickly pack them again.
• Space is limited, so it makes sense to pack
systematically. This also makes your pack easier
to carry. We recommend packing as follows:
store lighter items, such as your sleeping bag
and reserve clothes at the bottom; keep heavy
items such as your cooking equipment or tent in
the area of your upper back.
• Store valuable item such as documents, money,
keys etc. in the dedicated pocket.
• Pack items you want close to hand at the top or
in outside pockets: extra clothing, water bottle,
maps, compass, snacks, etc.
5. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Backpacks do not need much care and mainte-
nance. Stains can be cleaned off with water. Lubri-
cate the zippers occasionally with silicone or oil.
Although, if you use your pack in dusty areas, don't
use silicone or oil as they attract dust. If your zip-
pers stick, clean them with an old toothbrush.
• Fasten longer items, such as tent poles or
trekking poles, to the side of the pack using the
compression straps – and store the loose ends
away in the side pockets. If required, large and
bulky items (sleeping mat, tent, etc.) can be
attached on the outside using compression
straps.
• Store your cooking equipment, food, spare
clothing
and
other
items
in
the
compartment. Keep your most frequently used
gear close to the top. Less frequently used kit
(e.g. bivouac sack) can stay at the bottom.
6. CONTACT
Got a question? Need a suggestion?
Please contact us at: www.salewa.it/it/contacts/
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