How to lift up a heavy military backpack 

When i was in the military, we did stuff with 35kg packpacks on a daily basis. thats why we showed this stuff to our new guys as one of the first things when they came to our unit. we called it "the backpack drivers licence" (rucksack-führerschein). :D

In military when, I was tired, I usually took off my backpack while crouching or in prone so I just rolled on my back and took it off easily. To pick it up I layed down on my backpack, got it on and stood up from my knees.

When my backpack is around 30 kg (and above) I prefer strap it when sit down on the floor, and roll front like baby crawl. After that I put a knee up and I stand up

I am an older guy now, best thing about a heavy bergen was the feelings of reliefe and levitation when you took the bloody thing off

Me: how many days gear do you have in that rucksack? Ripperkon: ja.

Great video, thanks. I've had to carry over 100 lbs.(hunting elk), and being the last one out, get my pack on and get to my feet. I usually drag it up a bank, lay in it and put both arms through the shoulder straps, and do the chest harness. I then roll to one side, get one leg started under me, like a sprinter, and push up and forward. I always preach to the younger hunters to help each other, and show them how, so no one gets hurt.

Love those short informational videos! Keep em coming 💪

If it's possible I like resting my backpack somewhere higher than the ground level. Then I don't have to lift it up and also don't have to bend over to find something in it. It's not possible everywhere and everytime but it's definitely my favorite way to do.

Thank you for your videos. They are always very informative and enjoyable. Also, thank you for making videos in English. It is an effort I am grateful for.

20 years in military I used this technique and with 80lb elk quarters for 40 years I made a video last year showing same techniques 👊🏻

To lift my 70 lb duffle bag or my scuba tank, I do it the front and over instead of around like you do this pack. Really good job with this video. Stay safe

After 9 yrs of Marine Corps rucking experience, I found that I liked to place the pack on the ground with the top of the pack closest to my feet, straps upward. Loosen the straps a bit and allow them to hang off the sides. Grab the ruck by the two straps in middle of the rucksack, and bring the ruck to one of your knees. In one swift motion, throw the ruck up in the air and catch it on your back. With the pack still high on your back, slide your arms through the loosed straps and allow the pack to slide down into place and tighten your straps. There's never an incredibly easy way to put on a really heavy ruck, but that's the way I like it

Damaged tendons behind my shoulder blade while picking up my backpack. Was hiking with my daughter with tent in the Norwegian mountains. Had everything for both of us in the backpack. Took half a year to heal. Burned as hell while moving after sitting still or sleeping. Really should have been more careful but maybe also should not have been picking up my daughter (25 kg) & backpack (32kg) at the same time.

At my fire brigade we sometimes mount the rispiration backpack, which weights about 15Kg, over our head (without wearing a helmet) because the clothing itself is already very thick and it won't get stuck on other gear your wearing on your hip belt etc.

This is great information. Got to take care of the back while carrying the bag.

This was really helpful, thanks for the information. 👍

Australian here. our field packs have buckles o the shoulder straps, so you can drop it faster in a contact. we put them back on while sitting or lying down and the pack on the ground, then rolling over and standing up. this means you don't need to lift or set it down.

Thanks for the info! Great video! Watching from Colorado USA ✌️

I lay on the ground and slide into the backpack turn onto my front and do a very powerful press-up, its important your back is straight while going from the horizontal to the vertical position. I also sometimes do this and clap when I am showing off to the girls. I use a British army bergen backpack with side pouches, I typically go on 25km runs with 70kg but when I go on longer tours I will go up to 110kg for an overnighter. I am 150cms and weigh around 200kg.

Death Stranding 101 ... I'll see myself out now. 😂 Jokes aside: Really awesome stuff. Looking forward to more content!

Useful information. It is important. The backpack mustn't swing sideways. Always controlled movings

Always great videos. I really appreciate you doing some of your videos in English I still watch the ones in German but i understand more if they are are English 😉 Stay happy healthy and fluid my friend

thks much,I definitely would go with your technique.Thks for sharing.

This is useful info for people who Ruck for exercise thank you

I quite like throwing it over my head, to me it feels similar to getting ready for SCUBA diving. Also thank you for the 3 layer video, I'm currently changing mine to belt / chest rig / rucksack.

Great techniques😊 👍 I'm new to heavy hiking backpack

Your pants are more tactical then my whole military equipment lmao

wish i knew this in cadets, i just picked it up, upside down and threw it over my head, and that was a 15kg-20kg pach each time plus webbing, and day pack. mind you i was 16 and yes i now have back issues -.-

Literally never seen anyone do a dedicated video on how to take rucks on and off safely. Just randomly stumbled across it when looking for something else. It may look silly to some but you can really screw your lower back, neck or shoulder quickly taking a rucksack on or off. Many special forces (many different countries) will carry upwards of 55kg rucks sometimes, which is just pretty ridiculous. Imagine fucking your back or shoulder with something that heavy, not being able to get it back on afterwards and realising you're far, far from home. I've even heard of it screwing up peoples selection for various things because they badly tore or strained something and it put them too far back with no time to heal. Definitely a good functional skill for anyone, especially if you're out on your own.

Iam your new subscriber sir ,from the phillippines nice video a lot of information more power to your channel ,more videos take care and god bless...

Nice technique! Going to try this.

Excellent presentation and demonstration. I couldn't even dream of carrying 40 Kgs nowadays at my age, my knees would explode. 😏🤦‍♂️ Subbed.

Good stuff, brother. 🤘from 🇨🇦

Thank you guy for sharing how to carry the backpack

Usually will throw it over my head. Simple reason that it slides better into place, not comming in conflict with my other gear. However I'll say the method shown is great, and what we teach. Simply because it works with all weights, and under fatigue.

I never thought about the science of lifting a backpack, but how you explained and demonstrated makes very good sense. Thank you.

Sensible, useful info. It works.

Very good and You earned another Sub .

Useful video, thanks

That was pretty good !!!

Very useful, thanks a bunch

25kg aint that hard. Id been in the army but nit aince like 22. At 51 I decided to do some hiking. Obviously I got all the green stuff out, rugged but heave. Packed her up threw in 4 litre of water. I hiked 9km before camping, after going from 0m to 620m up and over a mountain. 4km out n3xt day in circuit track. I never weighed the pack. Got home was curios. Filled water up again threw same food in pack. Weighed myself on scales with and without pack. 23.5kg not bad for a old unfit fark. Easy? No it was good days work. Break after first 2km omg I knew I was lugging a lit by then lol

Usually with my ruck I clean it and flip over head then while bent over like a good morning I cinch shoulder straps then stand up and buckle waist belt.

Great video .. Thanks

40 years ago in army I once carried 60 kg. 20 kg was water and 3 food and the fn rifle and the 200 rounds plus 4 mags for the bren gunner. A couple of 60mm mortar and the other sleeping bag I only weighed 86 kg Then we had to walk 30 km in sandy soil of caprivi strip of Namibia. It was really terrible. Your arms were constantly going to sleep when the shoulder straps dug in. Don't be an infantry soldier boys. They treat you like a pack donkey

I do it just like you using my leg as a rest. My backpack usually weighs between 20 and 30kg. I also prefer standing up before putting it on rather than standing up with it.

I'm subscribing that was good info

Thank you for this video, cheers! :)

Hands on your knee to drive up from the other knee is what I do also. Works really well.

I normally carry 60lbs and I can do that too but you are doing it the hard way I know it’s not always available but I sit on a down tree or a big rock like a table so it’s takes the weight off my back for resting for a second or taking it off, i always say I’m strapping on my jet pack just have the bag on the ledge and line your back up and strap in then stand

Thank you this is a very useful/ helpful video what is the make and name of your Bergen

Thank you😺

very helpfull, thanks

Excellent video, is it recommended to use your technique with an 30 kg ALICE backpack? Regards from Mexico.

Hey man this is a great video (i'm not finding many on the subject and have to learn). I'm in the middle of watching it. One thing that i notice, your 1st method hangs it on just one strap (before wearing the other). I suppose you lay the load on your body side, i do so when carrying a bike on my shouder, *but* i'd be worried that all the 30, 40 kgs that moment are hanging on just one strap... what do you think? I've done it just once so far, by sitting and then slowly standing up... I'd be really grateful to hear your thoughts, thanks man :)

Hi thanks for the video. I am planning a backpack trail 6 days so I would highly appreciate excersice or physical traing for get fitness to carry on backpacking for 6 days. Thanks in advance. Alberto

Yeah, I put it on from front. Pack on ground in front of me and it's upside down aligned with me. I lean over, put my hand through the shoulder straps, grab the sides. Lift it to my waist height, then lung it up as I duck underneath it and it lands on my back. Less then 40kg at a time. A second pack I would put side ways in front of me. Grab one side. Lift it to waist level. Then lunge it up as I duck under it and rest it sideways on my shoulders over he first pack and hold it there with one hand on both sides. Most of the time the packs at waist level on top of something and I just walk into it. I rarely need more than 10kg for a day hike.

Can you go over different uniforms and cold weather gear you use in the army?

What type of backpack or Bergen is this ? Where can I get one ? What's it called ? All information gratefully appreciated thanks 👍👍

hello sir whats the size and brand of that sleeping mat ? is that thermarest solite regular ?

Gutes Video. Nichts mehr hinzuzufügen. Köstlich. Irgendetwas mache ich ganz besonders falsch, wenn ich mein Marschgepäck nicht von vorne Kopf über auf den Rücken bekomme. :*-D

I have no transport and often load 48-60 cans of beer into my rucksack and walk maybe a half, 3/4 mile home, most people I know can't even shift the pack on the ground let alone lift or carry it lol.

The method of my choice is to turn the rucksacks upside down with the straps facing you. You slip one arm through a strap then use the big leg thigh to boost it over your neck with a little bend forward and it will slide down your back while you slip the second arm through the other strap I used the method during patrols as it was very quick and efficient. Always kink the knees and use your big leg muscles. Don't bend and lift. I am still quite strong as you can see in my picture at 60 Yr old last year

where did u buy those pants they look so nice

Thanks.

step 1: order a task rabbit, ask them to hold the bag while you unbuckle and slip out. putting the backpack back on: order a task rabbit, get them to put bag on you back.

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Hey, really informative video. One thing that I‘m personally struggling with, when it comes to heavy backpacks, is the hip belt bruising the skin by my hip bone when carrying it for a bit. Have you experienced a similar problem and do you have solutions on hand? It’s only reoccurring when carrying heavy loads and I‘ve been trying to use rash creme and adhesive bandages for cushioning but it isn’t really helping. I‘ve heard of deer tallow as a solution but haven’t had the chance to try it. FYI I‘m usually using an Osprey Aether 70 AG that is packed with around 25-35kg or my Bach Yatra 60 with probably the same amount of weight. A solution would be greatly appreciated.

Just yesterday I've made my first training with 40kg backpack hike, and it was tricky to lift it to my back so I used a bench...

What backpack is that one? I like some details (also the way you tighten the waist belt with just one movement at 7:47 - it may be a little stupid detail but i din't think i can do it on mine)

werd ich mal bei der nöchsten Tour mal so probieren ^^

Which backpack is that? I am looking for heavy load, long term survival backpack. Was looking into Tasmanian Tiger. Aboiding Savotta, kind of annoyed on their style. Also TT has V2+ system. But I am open for any option. Money is not of an issue

Are those UF Pro pants you are wearing? If so, what do you think about them?

Nice.. . 👍

I would actually like to see a video of that other method you mentioned, picking the bag up and flipping it over your head. I have been trying to find one but none of my searches comes back with anything. Just curious as to what the advantages are.

How fast can you run/sprint with a 20KG and 40KG backpack?

“Make sure there is no clif or whatever” lol

This is no joke... Rules apply no matter how many lbs/kg.... I had shredded my rotator cuff/ and 2 other tendons in my shoulder 11 months ago.. Lost all mobility for about 6 months, until I could get the surgery procedure dialed in... and therapy 2 to 3 times a week since... and as of today, I am only about 50 percent range in mobility of the shoulder, (getting better every day, just slow) and the strength is only about 20 percent of what I had... Muscle atrophy worked against me during that time.. to the point that I have one arm bigger then the other, (never mind the jokes, LOL).. I had no idea that my shoulder played such a major role in my life, and only one took me out of the game... this technique may look silly or un-natural, or not manly enough... but tell me how manly I look now, that I have lost a year of my life, and over $19,000.00 USD of saved up loot, upon this process of recovery.. and likely have another year to go... please note, I am an average physically fit guy, but the un-natural motion of slinging a 75 to 90 lbs back pack off and hanging on to it with one hand, is all it took to wreck everything... I almost want to cry, seeing this video, knowing that this simple movement of the leg to support the bottom of the pack could have prevented everything I am dealing with.. Those dinky muscles that ripped in my shoulder, we never think about, considering how large my other muscles surrounding the inner ones are, how weak they are in bad positions, and one handed pulling off a heavy back pack, already over extends the cuff muscle/tendon and then the snap action of taking on the heavy load in a stupid direction, they are not intended to handle... and again, took me out of the game.. I am sorry for sounding like a parrot, but, 11 months of my life has passed, and my whole body shows that I have not been working out, and is truly a sh*tty feeling.. there is my two cents... I hope my testimony will help affirm, this is no joke, allow the stronger limbs of your body to take the load of the backpack/rucksack.. teach your brothers.. getting roughed up while in action is one thing, but being taken out because of a damn backpack, that can ruin a mans mental wellness... just saying.... be smart, be safe, and forever rock and roll.. unless you think your backpack deserves more respect then your shoulders do...

Perhaps you can make a video explaning how to train to lift heavyer backpacs and what the key muscles are. Overall great video!

I do it the same way you have shown

I do it the same as you; the other way you described would not work with a heavy pack.

How far can you hike with pack that weighs 25kg?

1:45 at this point I grab the handle between the shoulder straps with my left hand. A single strap is not meant as a handle. You can then lower it. Whatever works for you

Hmmm, I was carrying a 55 lb to 65 lb backpack (~23 to 26 kg) at age 11 to 14 when I weighed from 110 to 140 lbs, back in the 1970's. Never had an issue with it.... Of course we used to carry bacon bars with us as our snacks back them....

Nice video. It is sad that you have to remind people all the time that it's your own opinion and not everybody has to follow it. xD Keep up the good work! =)

i prefer following: to knees and then above the head, when load is ~40kg

I lift up the back pack Infront off me with both hands, bring it overhead and let it slide down. I first saw a soldier from a different company do this when I was a recruit. At first I thought he was some gung ho show off. But when I tried it myself it really works. I would suggest getting on a kneeling position first, reduces the length u have to carry slightly and the amount you fall in the instance it gets caught on ur guards or vest.

Where did you buy your hat

We have handles on ours so we can yeet them onto our backs

Where can I buy this anyone help me

What make of bag is that? Looks very good.

About the putting on your backpack. I always used to jerk it up and put it on. Once i did that and i was standing on the strap. Pulled the strap right off when pulling the heavy bag up.. Felt kind of dumb.. Well this is the way to do it then, the way you showed it... Ill remember that for next time. This might be cursing: ***** Well i wanted to say something about a pressure cooker. But the comment is lost. A months worth of food (if not more, i ate for weeks of it, and still didnt finish it, back then i didnt have a pressure cooker. Its a big time saver.) can fit in your bag with dried beans, peas and rice. Store it in half liter bottles. Flavor with bullion and concentrated tomato sauce. Its soup! I think i exaggerate a bit in the comment i made. Checked the distance. Moscow is 120 days worth of walk if you only do 20km a day... It may be a bit far (it may even be possible who knows?!). But across Germany from the coast of the Netherlands, that should be able to be done. The thing is its a lot more food than you can pack with anything else im sure. Just didnt want to have you guys missing out. *****

So what if my bag has straps at the top of the bag and not lowered

Any idea how much the 50l version can hold in kg?, i plan to dump 35-45 kg in there.. they selling smaller versions on amazon

great suggestions

What brand is that bag??

Had to strap in on the ground and roll until I could get my legs between me and the ground. 30+ kg

done some patrols with 45 kg.... lean it up, sit down and put on shoulder straps, roll and try to stand !

When we go on our 12 miles rucks I usually put it on when I’m laying down and than just throw my self up

Nice pant! What it is?