Travelers, backpackers, hikers and backpackers, if you’re going on a trip soon, your travel bag will be your ideal travelling companion! The first step is to choose the right backpack. Whether you’re planning a short getaway or a round-the-world trip, our preference is for a suitcase-style backpack, with a large opening on the back for easy access to all your belongings without creasing them. The ability to secure it with a padlock is also essential. Indeed, during your trip, you’ll sometimes leave your bag at the hostel during the day or in the luggage storage area of your hotel. And it’s also very reassuring when you put your bag in the hold of a bus or plane!
Is there a difference between men’s and women’s backpacks?
It’s a question that often comes up when you’re planning a backpacking trip. Are men and women equal when it comes to bag shapes? As each individual is unique, it goes without saying that we won’t all choose the same size or shape according to our morphology. Whether you’re a man or a woman, some backpacks will suit you better than others. While we shouldn’t make generalizations on this subject, there are differences between men’s and women’s morphology in terms of shoulders, back and pelvis. Women have an inverted upper back/hip width ratio compared to men, as they often have a wider, more flexible pelvis. This results in a different articulation, where the pelvis forms a slight angle with the center of the body. This is one of the reasons why there are often different travel backpacks for men and women.
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Why backpack?
If you dream of exploring the world in a different way and at your own pace, backpacking is ideal. It gives you greater freedom and autonomy, with no pre-established program.
Armed with your backpack, you’ll be the only one to decide when and where to go. It’s also a practical way to travel: you pack the bare essentials and buy what you need on the spot. No suitcases, no planned itineraries, no hotel reservations – just choose what you need and what you feel like doing! In other words, it leaves room for a more spontaneous trip and eliminates many constraints. You can decide to stay a week or a few days in the same place, catch a bus, train or even a new plane in search of a new adventure on the same trip.
What’s more, it’s an opportunity to meet new people and share experiences with other backpackers. By backpacking, you open yourself up to the opportunity of discovering a country’s culture in a totally different, more intimate and authentic way.