Does this pack have a chest and/or waist strap to help with weight distribution like other hiking backpacks?
594785
no. it is a very simple and spacious backpack to be used to store food while on a trip.
2194228
Yes, it included chest strap, BUT... the strap is rather narrow compared to others I have had and the material seems flimsy. (See my prior full review.)
1301218
Yes, it has a chest strap. As far as whether it is comfortable, I don't think I am a good one to answer that. I have had back problems the last couple of years, so I have been carrying it by the handle or straps and not strapping it to my back.
1742553
There is no sternum strap, but as small as this backpack is I don't feel like you would need one when wearing it. Unless you fill it with rocks.I have my ipad, charger, keyboard, a few books, wallet, and keys in this backpack for my commute and it stays very securely on my shoulders without a sternum strap.With the above listed items inside it is also still very comfortable to wear due to the rigid backing.
906797
No it doesn't, but it is easy to add one. I used ChicoBag Accessory~Sternum Strap~Daypack15 & 20 rePETe that i also purchased on amazon. It was quick and simple to put on. It works great.
2158759
This pack has quick connect chest strap as well as waist strap.Neither are padded however as much gear as I wear hunting I have not found padded straps other than the padded shoulder straps nessacary.
1553109
It only has the two straps that are on every backpack that go over the shoulders. There is not a strap that buckles around the bust for added support.
1301214
It has a chest strap, but due to the weight of the bag, it can add strain to your neck if all of the straps on the bag aren't tight enough. I wish that this bag also had a waist strap. After wearing this all day I usually have soreness in my shoulders, too.
1301217
The Maxxum does have a chest strap, and it's east to use and comfortable. After nearly a year of frequent use, I'm completely satisfied with the Maxxum.
627780
It does not. It was 100% better than the sling provided to me after surgery, but it did not have a waist strap.
1182927
The straps do not criss-cross the chest. It's more like a regular backpack - the straps come down over the shoulders, down along side and under the arms and then attach to the bottom of the pet carrier. There is no strap across the waist, but it seems to work fine without it. We have used it with our 10 lbs cat and it works quite well.
522796
No it does not. What you see is what you get! There is a little loop (just a loop, no button, clasp, etc.) around the neck to attach it to a back pack or something similar.
160649
It has a waist strap, but it is the same as all the other straps and buckles on the pack.
2169461
There's a chest strap as well as a padded waist strap. The more I use it the more I like it.
423547
Yes, there is an upper and lower molded simulated strap which attaches by means of velcro. The support is bulkier with the hot / cold packs, but offers nice comfort.
331526
Yes, and it has an adjustable strap on it for over--should carry or attaching to pack or equipment. I purchased and use one.
2227315
Yes, the pack does have a chest strap as any good frame pack would. I was able to comfortably pack about 65lbs. while carrying the front half of a deer along with other bow hunting equipment. The maximum weight would depend on the user.