Step 1

Adjust webbing straps over the shoulders to locate the shoulder straps and backpack at a comfortable location on your chest and back. Most riders will prefer this webbing in its smallest (fully tightened) setting.

Close-up of a black backpack with a thick strap being adjusted by a hand, against a bright yellow background.

Step 5

Adjust placement of sternum straps along the daisy chain webbing to comfortable location. Adjust sternum strap webbing to fine tune fit.

A hand adjusting a strap on a black backpack, with pink and blue cord pulls set against a yellow background.
Close-up of a black backpack strap with padding, set against a bright yellow background.

Step 2

Tuck webbing in fabric channel over the shoulders.

Close-up of a black backpack with a yellow background, showing adjustable strap and a small cord with a plastic toggle.

Step 3

Buckle sternum straps loosely, and adjust webbing under both arms to comfortable tightness.

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Step 4

Tuck webbing under arms through elastic loops and behind chest pockets.