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Advantages
-Comfort. Pack fits more comfortably to the back.
-Balance. Because the pack hugs your body, the pack does not bounce
around, throwing you off balance.
-Maneuverability. The pack is not as wide as an external, so tight spots
(hiking through rocks or trees) easier.
Disadvantages
-Internals are hotter than externals because they are closer to the
back.
-Internals are harder to pack and organize (most internals only have
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Advantages
-Easy to pack. Separate compartments make it easier to organize gear
and locate random items.
-Easier to distribute weight. Heavier are spread more evenly around
a person's center of gravity.
-Stay cooler. The pack is set off of the person's back, allowing air
to circulate between your back and the pack.
Disadvantages
-More cumbersome due to its bulkiness. This is important on less traveled
trails, rough terrain and tight spots.
-Because the pack sits away from the back, it is prone to bounce around,
which could throw you off balance.
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