I started walking with a weighted pack about six months ago and tried a few different brands and styles. After shoulder surgery, I needed something with more of a backpacking frame that would let me easily add weight as I progressed. Once I worked up to carrying 30 lbs for an hour—just over three miles—this pack made increasing the load easy.
The pack and my gear weigh about 15 lbs, so adding a 25, 35, or 45 lb plate makes it simple to swap weights and work toward specific distance, time, and weight goals. I’m now comfortably carrying 60 lbs total—the 45 lb plate plus my pack and gear—for four to five miles on my trails.
Great pack for sure. If you’re thinking about getting into walking with weight for exercise, I’d definitely recommend it.