FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What size should my trekking backpack be?
  • What type of trekking backpack is suitable for what type of activity?
  • How do I adjust my trekking backpack and what is the correct way to carry it?
  • How should I pack my trekking backpack correctly?
  • How many kilos can I carry in my trekking backpack?
  • What equipment do I need to take on a hike?
  • What are the differences between Deuter trekking backpacks?
  • What trekking accessories are there?

Size

WHAT SIZE TREKKING BACKPACK DO I NEED?

Choosing the right backpack isn't just about capacity. The larger the backpack, the more important a well-fitting and adjustable shoulder strap is. A shoulder strap with anatomical S-shaped straps that wrap around the shoulder will provide superior comfort while allowing unrestricted range of motion. This is why the length of a backpack's back is also crucial.

HOW TO MEASURE BACK LENGTH?

MEASUREMENT POINT 1 NECK VERTEBRA

Tilt your head down. The C7 vertebra protrudes below the base of the neck.

MEASUREMENT POINT 2 LUMBAR REGION

Use a belt to help you measure. Position the belt over your hipbone. This is at the same height as the L3 lumbar vertebra. A tape measure can then be positioned at the C7 vertebra, and the measurement can be taken between it and the top of the belt or your hipbone. You can measure your back length by following these instructions. Once you've determined your back length, you can use our size chart to see which trekking backpack size is right for you.

THE CORRECT WAY TO WEAR A BACKPACK

IT IS IN THE REAR SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT
When carrying loads of 10 kg or more or when hiking longer distances, ensuring the back system is properly adjusted for your size is crucial for comfort. That's why we equip all backpack models 35 liters or larger with a back length adjustment system. On smaller backpacks, eliminating the back length adjustment reduces overall weight. In these cases, the back panel length can be determined by selecting a men's/regular (REG), women's (SL), or extra long (EL) model. Our backpacks are designed with the proportions of an average athletic person in mind.