Kifaru Shape Charge, to belt or not

[rr.taylorjr]

Using as a day pack, lightwieght mostly. Looking for opinions on if the belt as needed or not. Thanks.

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[TheRambler]

I love the stability of a belt on a pack once you get to around 25L or more. I also like it for attaching a water bottle pouch and a small belt pouch for frequently used items like a compass, gps etc. i hate having to take off my pack to get a drink or a frequently used item. It’s all personal preference

 

[JollyRoger]

I’ve used mine with and without. The belt is nice with heavier load, but not totally necessary.


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[pirogue]

I don’t want a belt on a daypack, because it interferes with my carry sidearm.

 

[Cant hit em]

Depends on what your carrying. If its all day hike with water , snacks, spotter and layers ill use a belt. For a few hours quick hike I don’t. Buy one with it , its easy to remove and put back on.


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[fordcappy]

Depends on what your carrying. If its all day hike with water , snacks, spotter and layers ill use a belt. For a few hours quick hike I don’t. Buy one with it , its easy to remove and put back on.


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What he said!!!

My 2 cents. It can take a lot of weight before you need a belt.

 

[rr.taylorjr]

Thanks for the opinions. RG one ordered with belt

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[Athame]

I did a nine mile hike with 25 lbs. two Saturdays ago without a belt and a 14 mile hike with 30 lbs. last Friday with a belt. I can say that the bag at those weights feels better with the belt, and I almost never wear belts at those weights. When I use the Shape Charge, I will use the belt. Most definitely. Per the load-out, I think that 30 lbs. is simply too much weight to wear comfortably with the SC.