Dear UKC,
I am looking for recommendations for a mid size, durable, and shoulder friendly pack. I broke my clavicle some years ago and find my current pack (BD speed 30) no longer transfers weight to my hips and any walking even with a moderate weight leaves my right shoulder (trapezius and pec minor) incredibly tight which then flares up a recurring anterior shoulder pain.
Requirements
- around 40ish litres.
- suitable for summer and winter (ice axe straps etc)
- preferably something that will last more than a few years
- decent hip belt and comfy shoulder straps with light to moderate loads
- willing to have not the lightest pack in order to have more durability and better carry support
I have been thinking to get an Aiguille Alpine pack but open to suggestions.
Many thanks