When all your gear is packed perfectly in your backpack, here’s how to get it on your back. Proper lifting will make it easier on your body and on your gear. With your pack sitting upright on the ground, use one hand to grab the pack’s haul loop. Using a wide stance with knees bent, slide the pack up your thigh and let it rest. Keeping a hold of the haul loop and steadying the pack, slip your other arm and shoulder through the first shoulder strap. Smoothly shift the pack onto your back and slip your arm through the second shoulder strap. Stay bent over and tighten up the hip belt. Stand upright and finish off your fit and you’re set to go.