{"id":6870,"date":"2024-06-05T14:11:36","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T13:11:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/?p=6870"},"modified":"2024-07-11T16:48:36","modified_gmt":"2024-07-11T15:48:36","slug":"how-to-pack-a-rucksack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.mountainwarehouse.com\/expert-advice\/how-to-pack-a-rucksack","title":{"rendered":"How to Pack a Rucksack"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This guide will show you how to pack a rucksack to maximise space and distribute weight evenly. Whether you&#8217;re packing a rucksack for DofE, a weekend getaway or a camping trip, it&#8217;s important to take the time to pack correctly. If you are looking to buy a rucksack first, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/expert-advice\/rucksack-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complete guide to choose the best one for you<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Decide What to Take<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try and limit yourself to the essentials.<\/li>\n<li>As a rule you should not exceed 15KG,\u00a0the lighter the better!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>2.\u00a0Lay Out Your Kit<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Laying out everything you want to pack will help you decide what&#8217;s important and what can be left behind.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3.\u00a0Organise Your Kit Into Groups<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Packing cubes and dry bags will help you to separate similar items and keep your kit dry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"row is-centered\">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-6-md col-pad vert-margin-md is-centered\">\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/drybag-rucksack-10l-p24000.aspx\/bright-blue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-21636 \" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/030013_bbl_drybag_rucksack_10l_har_ss23_01-217x325.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"151\" height=\"226\" data-id=\"17079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/030013_bbl_drybag_rucksack_10l_har_ss23_01-217x325.webp 217w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/030013_bbl_drybag_rucksack_10l_har_ss23_01.webp 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 151px) 100vw, 151px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; background-color: #234232; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/outdoor\/outdoor-equipment\/waterproof-pouches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Dry Bags<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-6-md col-pad vert-margin-md is-centered\">\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/travel-organiser-set-of-3-p16289.aspx\/charcoal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/img.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/product\/025201\/025201_cha_travel_organiser_set_of_3_ss17_trv_3.jpg?w=450\" width=\"149\" height=\"224\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; background-color: #234232; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/travel\/accessories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Packing Cubes<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>How you organise your clothing is up to you. You can use one bag for underwear and one for tops and trousers, or arrange the bags by outfit<\/li>\n<li>Rolling your clothing items tightly can help you maximise space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Distribute Weight Properly &#8211; Pack Heavy Items First<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure the weight in your pack is distributed evenly.<\/li>\n<li>Heavy items such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/tents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tents<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/eating-outdoors\/camping-stoves\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stoves<\/a> and water should be placed towards the bottom of the bag against your back.<\/li>\n<li>Check that any items placed towards the back are not sticking out as these will dig into your back.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>5.\u00a0Pack Medium Weight Items Second<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medium weight items such as sleeping bags and bulkier clothing can be placed towards the bottom of the bag.<\/li>\n<li>Bigger bags often have a separate compartment at the bottom for storing your sleeping bag. This compartment is also useful for spare shoes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>6.\u00a0Pack Light Items at the Top<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lighter items such as gloves, hats, torches and maps should be stored towards the outside of the pack or at the top.<\/li>\n<li>Items you need quick access to such as first aid kits, snacks and waterproofs should also be placed near the top or in side pockets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>7.\u00a0Pack the Pockets<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When packing items in the pockets, consider weight distribution. You don&#8217;t want too much weight on one side as this will throw you off balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>8.<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Attach Items to the Outside<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you&#8217;re taking a sleeping mat and it doesn&#8217;t fit inside your rucksack, you can attach this to the outside. Ideally, you should strap the mat vertically to the pack as this will minimise damage should you put your bag down.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid attaching anything you cannot afford to get wet, damaged or lost to\u00a0the outside of your rucksack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">How to Pack A Rucksack Video Guide<\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TwfmVD77ins?rel=0\" width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><em>Now you know how to pack\u00a0a rucksack, to maximise comfort it&#8217;s also important to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/expert-advice\/how-to-fit-a-rucksack\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> ensure it is fitted correctly<\/a>. To find a new rucksack and get ready for your next trip take a look at the Mountain Warehouse <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/travel\/rucksacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">backpack <\/a>range.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Shop Mountain Warehouse Rucksacks:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-3-md col-pad vert-margin-md\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/walkllet-6l-rucksack-p31176.aspx\/dark-blue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-21632 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/037423_dbl_walklet_6l_har_ss24_01-217x325.webp\" alt=\"Walklet 6L Rucksack\" width=\"217\" height=\"325\" data-id=\"3173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/037423_dbl_walklet_6l_har_ss24_01-217x325.webp 217w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/037423_dbl_walklet_6l_har_ss24_01.webp 348w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 217px) 100vw, 217px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; 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background-color: red; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/travel\/backpacks\/daypacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Small Daypacks<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-3-md col-pad vert-margin-md\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/quest-30l-laptop-bag-p31870.aspx\/blue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-21639 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/038114_blu_quest_laptop_bag_30l_har_ss24_01-217x325.webp\" alt=\"Quest 30L Laptop Bag\" width=\"217\" height=\"325\" data-id=\"3173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/038114_blu_quest_laptop_bag_30l_har_ss24_01-217x325.webp 217w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/038114_blu_quest_laptop_bag_30l_har_ss24_01.webp 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 217px) 100vw, 217px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; background-color: red; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/travel\/backpacks\/medium-backpacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Medium Backpacks<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-3-md col-pad vert-margin-md\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/travel\/backpacks\/large-backpacks\/tor-85-p10583.aspx\/burnt-orange\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21635 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/020968_bor_tor_85l_har_ss24_01-217x325.webp\" alt=\"Tor 85 Litre Rucksack\" width=\"217\" height=\"325\" data-id=\"3173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/020968_bor_tor_85l_har_ss24_01-217x325.webp 217w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/020968_bor_tor_85l_har_ss24_01.webp 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 217px) 100vw, 217px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; 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