How to properly prepare your backpack outdoors

Outdoors Editor Taylor Gee walks us through how he packed his backpack for his Pacific Crest Trail hike and, from bottom to top, where gear should go in your kit. Following these guidelines while hiking will help ensure your load is balanced, which will help you walk longer and further with less pain.

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