Traditional advice is to carry heavy items high in the pack close to your back. This pack reverses it. The weight is low, the light stuff high. Comments, please?
1978622
I prefer the weight lower, so my center of gravity is lower and my hips carry more of the weight.
331979
Normally you wouldn't want to carry more then 30% of your body weight...hopefully if you're in good shape...Right now mine (not fully packed) stands at 20% of my body weight...Still plenty of room to go!
20893
Carry light stuff only!!! Mine broke when shopping in NYC and I had it really loaded up. I left it there, so I wouldn't buy it again.
1955209
OMG I have this exact same problem. I thought it was something I did "wrong".Yes I keep tripping over it and it has become a hazard, such as when carrying hot liquids for example.And annoying to boot.
673024
I had the same concern when I first got it. The first 5 times that I used it I made sure my wife was handy. Now that I've had it for several months I have the confidence to use it when I am alone. Just make sure that you have it "balanced" correctly (setting it for your ht/wt) so that you can easily pull yourself back up when inverted.
534012
I haven't had that issue. I live 2 flights up and what I do is pull it up behind me. It's been easy for me to get it up stairs that way. I should note, too, that I have a disability which makes it hard for me to climb stairs, but the Rest-n-Roll doesn't make it more difficult for me to do so. In fact, it's a lot easier to use this than to carry bags alone.
144210
If upper back then I would imagine that leaning on the pack will keep it flat against your back. If lower back, I think you would have a harder time, unless you are completely reclined. Maybe an idea is to use it with a belt to keep it secured around your back. They do make heating packs with velcro straps, I think that a belt from home would do the same trick! Good luck!
48564
Mine's rock solid, even after a major move, and we seriously load it down (6+ jackets/coats, umbrellas, work tote, reusable shopping bags, dog leashes, cane, etc). I'd say if you get one that tips, it's probably a defect and it should be exchanged.
1702967
Its a very solid pack but a bit on the heavier side as a result. For longer distances it might be better to find something a bit lighter, but if cost is an issue than this is 100% the way to go
1644497
I'd lay it flat on the bottom of your carry on and just pack right over it! It shouldn't take up too much room that way. I think it'd take up more space by being bulky if you try to fold it up. It's a GREAT tote! I take it on all my trips when we travel! One of the BEST I've found!
1216477
I carried it up a steep hill when we used it and it was light enough to carry in the bag it came in that way. Not sure how well it'd be in a backpack but you could probably do it though it might be awkward. I was surprised at how roomy it was with 2 people yet packed down rather small. It has several internal pockets inside too which was really nice since we camped out in the pouring rain and I was worried about things getting wet. With that said, we were very dry during the night :)
1893805
Whenever I do something active like biking and some hiking, I would use the secondary strap. That kept the backpack in its place no matter how much I was moving. To pull it to the side and use my camera, I would have to remove the secondary strap otherwise the bag would stay in place.
1082884
There is, but it's not really weight bearing. It's more to keep it from flopping around on your back when pursuing vigorous activities. But unless you stuff this with wet towels or bricks you shouldn't need it for weight bearing anyway, the pack isn't that big.
2247395
I put it at the bottom of my pack where some people put their sleeping bag. I prefer to put my sleeping bag up top to even out the weight better.
1108383
If you are looking for something like a bike carrier or small rack for totes, I wouldn't be afraid of it. But as the first person said, the further back you go, the less weight you can carry. I have one of these and it is awesome, but I only use it as it was designed. Even though it is on a farm pickup.
341047
Not sure what you mean. The pack is very close to the ground when use as a seat. I was hoping it had a cooler compartment but it doesn't. It works for me though.
1848764
My husband had carried out 36 lb yr old. He said it was like carrying a hiking pack that heavy. You get to a point where if your body isn't used to carrying that much weight it will always be uncomfortable because it's too much for your body. He had no problem with it. He carries that much weight hiking frequently.