- Try to fit everything inside the rucksack. Pack clothes in plastic bags to keep them dry. Bring extra in case you need to pack wet gear.
- Adjust the straps on the rucksack properly. The waist strap should take the weight.
- The items you may need in a hurry should be easily reached - keep your rain gear near the top!
- Know where everything is. Always pack things in the same place
The rucksack should be balanced and comfortable to wear so do not put all the heavy things on one side. Keep them near the middle and pack the soft things so they are against your back.
- If you are bringing a hot drink, why not bring hot water in a flask - then can make more than one type of drink Ilike soup or hot chololate). If a flask full of water gets broken, the mess is not as bad!
