# @ColumbiaSportswear on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=H_WwEZe4ueM
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/80601441-ColumbiaSportswear-youtube
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/64494682ad.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-03-16T11:20:36.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Columbia Sportswear (@columbiasportswear) — https://gondola.cc/columbiasportswear

## Caption

How to Choose & Organise Your Hiking Backpack | Easy Tips for Every Hiker

"Choosing a hiking backpack can feel a bit overwhelming — so many sizes, features, and styles. But the good news? Finding the right one (and knowing how to pack it) is way easier than it looks once you understand a few basics.

In this video, Callum from the Columbia Hike Society breaks down simple, practical tips to help you choose the perfect backpack for your adventure. Whether you're heading out for a short day hike or gearing up for a multi‑day trek, these pointers will help you carry your gear more comfortably and efficiently.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅ How to choose the right backpack size for your type of trip
✅ What “light vs. strong” really means — and how to find the sweet spot
✅ Why comfort matters (and why trying it on weighted is a game‑changer)
✅ The key accessories to look for depending on your needs
✅ How to organise your pack so everything is easy to carry — and easy to reach
✅ The golden rule of packing: heavy in the middle, essentials on top
👀 Spoiler: the perfect backpack isn’t the most expensive one — it’s the one that fits you, your body, and your hiking style.

A well‑chosen backpack will make your outing more enjoyable, reduce fatigue, and keep your gear accessible exactly when you need it. And once you learn how to pack it efficiently, you’ll feel a huge difference on the trail.

👍 If these tips helped you out, don’t forget to like the video and subscribe for more hiking advice, beginner guides, and outdoor know‑how from the Columbia Hike Society.
🎥 Still looking for the right hiking shoes? Check out our full shoe‑choosing guide here 👉 https://youtu.be/6pi4JJY7r0w?si=bzCOdOXwr1mrzunm

#HikingBackpackTips #BackpackingBasics #OutdoorGearGuide #ColumbiaHikeSociety #HikingForBeginners #TrailPrep #PackSmart #Backpacking101 #HikingEssentials #ChooseTheRightGear"

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- **Views:** 9,203
- **Likes:** 35
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- **Comments:** 4

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## Tags

hikingessentials, outdoorgearguide, backpackingbasics, trailprep, hikingforbeginners, columbiahikesociety, backpacking101, packsmart, hikingbackpacktips, choosetherightgear

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