Tips for properly preparing and organizing your tactical backpack
The tactical backpack is essential equipment for outdoor enthusiasts, campers, hikers, military and law enforcement. It is designed to withstand the most difficult conditions and has numerous pockets and hanging systems that provide large storage capacity for different types of equipment. But do you know how to prepare your tactical backpack correctly so that you are perfectly organized before heading into the field?
When you prepare your tactical backpack For hiking it's important to make sure you have everything you need without making your bag too heavy. Here are some things to consider when packing a tactical backpack:
1. Choose a quality bag: it must be robust, weather-resistant and comfortable to wear. Also make sure it has enough compartments, pockets and hanging systems (MOLLE) to effectively organize your equipment.
2. Select items according to your needs: Determine the purpose of your mission or trip and choose items accordingly. Think in particular about your diet, your sleeping equipment, your hydration, your survival equipment and your tools.
3. Make a list of hiking equipment that you think you need. This may include warm clothes, a sleeping bag, a tent, toiletries, a first aid kit, food, water and more. This will help you remember to pack everything.
4. Evaluate the weight of each piece of equipment. If you can find lighter versions of the same items go for those. This will allow you to reduce the weight of your backpack.
5. Organize your bag : Once you have selected all the equipment you need, place them strategically in your bag according to their weight, importance and use. Make sureheaviest and bulky items are closer to your back for better balance.
6. Organize your backpack in layers. Keep the equipment you will need quickly within reach (headlamp, knife, radios, first aid kit, poncho, etc.), while the equipment you do not need immediately (sleeping bag, toiletries , hammock...) can be put at the bottom of your bag.
7. Give it a try. Load your backpack with all your supplies and take a test hike to make sure you are able to handle the weight and that your pack is comfortable and well organized.
By following these steps you will be able to prepare a tactical backpack perfect for your next hike. Remember to only carry the essentials and keep the weight of your bag at a comfortable level to avoid injury.
