REI CO-OP Store Tour + Backpack Fitting + Why it's Important

Come along as we tour the REI CO-OP Store in Mechanicsburg PA and I get Fitted for a Backpack. As a newbie to overnight backpacking I really didn't know where to start when moving from my simple day pack to overnight backpack. I did all my research online and watching different hikers on YouTube. But, came away with so many questions like: What's the right size for me? What's the right type? How do I adjust it to fit right? What happens if I choose the wrong one and I end up with an expensive piece of gear that collects way more dust than dreams!
This choice is going to be one of my "BIG THREE" and I wanted to make sure I got it right the first time.
Soooo - When I heard REI did pack fittings and their staff helped you choose the right pack based on the type of hiking you'd be doing - I made the trip to the store
I actually bought this pack the day before the filming of this video and because it was such a positive experience I drove back the next day and filmed the process to help others that want to spread their wings into a longer outdoor adventure. But, are held back in fear of making the wrong gear choices.
I highly recommend the staff at REI as a tremendous asset in helping you over the hurdle that holds you back from your next Random Adventure!
REI and the staff are definitely 2.0 Approved!!!!