A front pack is a pack or bag that allows for access of equipment from the persons chest. Front packs first and foremost allow for easy access of gear without the removal of any equipment. In many adventure outdoor activities it can be critical to the sport to have the ability to reach essential gear fast without the removal of a backpack. Simplicity is the foremost purpose of the front pack but there are many additional benefits as well. Weight distribution and balance is a key element in the utility of the front pack. Shifting weight forward in situations when carrying heavy loads can be critical to the comfort and balance of an individual. Backpacking is a sport where in many situations it is critical to both minimize or maximize the contents of your load for a longer or lighter duration of stay. The ability to move small amounts of weight to the frontal region significantly reduces overall stress on an persons shoulders and back. Moving a small amount of heavy equipment forward to a front pack can allow for an individual to either maximize or minimize the overall load contained in a backpack. In all there are unlimited uses for the front pack. Front packs are the best compliment to any outdoorsman’s gear when accessibility, functionality, mobility and simplicity are required. From horseback riding, long distance biking, motorcycling and kayaking. All sports where fast and easy access of gear is essential, a front pack is your best solution.
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Ribz as a counter weight
I gave this a 4 star only because I should have gotten the smaller one. This bag holds one days food, 2 16 oz bottle water, water filter, camera and knife. I try to keep about 5 pounds in the bag. It helps off set my backpack weight. It is divided in equal. Each side has a large pocket and a small pocket. The small pockets are good for cameras, pens and pads. The larger pocket can hold a days food supply and bottle of water. It works well with a backpack. The ribz pack goes own first. It is light and holds up well. I have used mine for about a year. I take it on day trips, sometimes by itself. I will be taking it on a two week trip to the AT next week.. The price is high but there are no other options that I could find to offset the weight of a backpack. I would buy it again.
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