I have an 8 (almost 9) year old son who is on the smaller side. Would it be better to purchase the standard sized backpack or the youth?
481009
Hi, I would go with the standard, the backpack is light & by the time you put the ball, cleats, shin guards & maybe water, a little extra room will be appreciated.
481010
I think you are better off with the larger of the two. Straps are adjustable and the issue of space for shoes and ball is more important. It's not like a school pack where more space for books makes a bag too heavy. Most of the stuff in a soccer bag is light except for the water bottle. Plus as he moves up to full size ball and bigger shoes you'll want the room.
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I guess it depends on what you want. I have a small 8 year old and the bag is definitely too big for him, but not unmanageable. I feel like we will be able to grow with it. However, if you want it more of an appropriate fit, you might want to go with the youth.
481012
I imagine it all depends on how much use you'd want him to get out of it. I assume within 1 or 2 years, a youth bag would likely be too small and you'd be replacing it with a regular sized bag.
1663581
I bought the Med for an 8 year old and it was fine for him. I would think the small is your only choice but then it might be too large for her right now. I hope this helps.
775538
I didn't know there were different sizes. The overall size of the backpack is pretty big. My son can fit alot of stuff in it. Other than the main compartment, there is a small pocket on the inside that velcros shut, and then a small compartment on the outside of the front that zippers shut.
1981292
I believe the sizes mean the same thing. The backpacks are the same, it's just how different sellers describe the product
1236320
It's a little big for a child unless the child is big for his/her age. I would go with something smaller.
514139
There are slight differences from each other. Suggest to go: http://store.lowepro.com/backpacks and compare both. Ease of access was my choice.
355709
We have had the EXPO BABY for several months now, and my son is over 20 lbs. now. He still fits in the side carry mode, and we plan to continue to use this as a backpack soon for quite some time to come. I would say yes, still worth the investment.
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I think it might be large enough to fit a ten year old boy inside.It's a pretty big bag. It really depends on how much stuff he carries and what he is going to do with it. I have looked at the small bag as well and, unless he is carrying a lot of equipment, the small bag would probably suit him better.
2214169
Standard size backpack. It holds all my sons books well. I do not like that it doesn't have side pockets. Only one small zip one in the front.
328392
Thank you for your kind response. The Scout3400 was one I had been considering for my grandson. Hope I can fit all my stuff in one the same size as well.
2186087
Yes, this should fit well. My sons Scout Master 11 year old son is that size and uses this backpack.
1868899
Sorry, but we just bought this pack at Christmas and my son hasn't had the opportunity to use it yet. He is 6'1" and 200lbs, but loves that it adjusts and fits him well. I think the adjustability makes this pack wonderful for any age not to mention the price. Please keep in mind that you still have to buy the water pouch that goes into the sack. But, overall, seems to be a sturdy bag. Great purchase for the price, but has not been tested yet. Good luck and I hope your son has fun.
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Hi, Bought for my nephew recently. He is 13 years old and fits your description. I b ought a Youth Small (YSM/JP/P) for him. Hope this helps. Thx Karthik
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Size is not a problem as I have had 8th grade scouts use it and not have a problem adjusting the straps. If you are doing longer trips 4+ days or cold weather hiking then this is perfect. If you are doing weekend trips you may want to go to the 55 liter (the 65 equals liters or volume inside the pack). If you intend to plop camp and not hike too much then it does not matter. My guess is that all the extra gear she has room to put in her pack will end up in your pack by the end of the hike.
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It's on the smaller size. My son is 4 so it's quite small for him. It does hold a decent amount of stuff for how small it is.
57143
My son has stuffed this case into his backpack. The backpack is a standard sized adult backpack. Some days it is easy to fit into the backpack and some days he can't. If he brings a lunch it is always difficult.
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I personally like the backpack. When I'm carrying a baby or car seat, diaper bag and my pump, I like to have the backpack on. I don't want to worry about something slipping off my shoulders. The Metro bag is my other first choice because you could put it in it's own backpack, but that's more stuff that can get lost. I'm very happy with the backpack!