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JanSport Carson Backpack - 4900cu in

Item #JAN0311 | 0 in Stock

Will this pack work for a 5', 86 lb. 12 yr old boy???

By Ranked #1842 - Backpacks December 10, 2008

Will this pack work for a 5', 86 lb. 12 yr old boy???

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #680 - Backpacks January 12, 2010

My first inclination would be no. I am assuming that your son has just joined Boy Scouts and you are looking for a pack that will last him a number of years. If that is the case, I would say go someplace like EMS or REI and get an employee to help you size out a pack for your son. Plus, you should also consider that he is 12 and will do alot of growing over the next few years, so it may be more appropriate to wait to buy him a pack for back packing especially since "High Adventure"/ Long Distance Backpacking treks such as what this pack is designed for are prohibited by the BSA until the scout is 14 years old (again if your son has just joined the Boy Scouts).

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #423 - Backpacks September 22, 2009

You would need to measure his torso to know for sure. Also, there are youth models (i.e. Jansport Scout) that would be a good option.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

Tech Specs:

Material:
600D Polyester, 420D nylon 
Volume:
4900cu in (80.3L) 
Suspension:
Aluminum frame, S-curve shoulder straps, dual-density hip-belt 
Hydration Compatible:
No 
Torso Adjustment:
Yes 
Detachable Pack:
No 
Sleeping Bag Compartment:
No 
Rain Cover:
No 
Access Types:
Top, panel 
External Pockets:
1 Lid, 2 side, 2 water bottle 
Snowboard Carry:
No 
Ski Carry:
No 
Gear Loops:
No 
Ice Axe Loops:
No 
Shovel Pocket:
No 
Weight:
4lb 13oz (2.2kg) 
Recommended Use:
Backpacking, hiking, traveling 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 
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