My approach is: If it feels heavy, its too heavy. (And if a briefcase is still too heavy, consider using a backpack instead.) Flaws but not dealbreakers It may be too heavy for some folks
What more could a handheld GPS offer that a phone cant
Music and art, gardening, language development, feelings, community activism, personal hygiene, getting dressed, and dinosaurs are among the topics that form part of the circulating collection
On the opposite end of the spectrum, ultralight packs made from DCF and similar fabrics are among the most expensive on the market (like the $395 Hyperlite Southwest 55)
Hotels lower their high-season rates, most parks and activities are open for business, and you'll have fewer people to contend with on the trail (meaning better chances to spot elusive wildlife, like guanacos and pumas)