A sturdy backpack, a padded hip belt, an adjustable suspension system, balanced gear, extra foot-bed and ankle support …

There are many tools and features that allow us to carry heavier loads.

But when is it too much? And what can we do?

Instead of managing by girders and supports, what happens when we intentionally lighten the load?

What might that look like?

How might that help?

How might that feel?