The formulas to calculate the pack weight for hiking are:
\[ \text{DHPW} = 0.10 \times \text{BW} \]
\[ \text{LHPW} = 0.20 \times \text{BW} \]
Where:
In order to preserve energy and avoid injury, a day hiking pack should not exceed more than 10% of your body weight, and a longer backpacking hike should not exceed 20% of your body weight. Higher weights than recommended above could lead to injury or burnout.
Let's assume the following value:
Using the formulas to calculate the pack weights:
\[ \text{DHPW} = 0.10 \times 150 = 15 \text{ lbs} \]
\[ \text{LHPW} = 0.20 \times 150 = 30 \text{ lbs} \]
The pack weight for a day hike (DHPW) is 15 lbs, and for a long hike (LHPW) is 30 lbs.
