Anyone know how to adjust the shoulder straps so it wears a little higher? Also the proper size for plates for the sides?
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You might need someone else to help with this. While you have it on have someone push one of the shoulder straps in towards the front of the vest. Once it is at the desired height close the velcro on that strap. Repeat for the other strap. Make sure you have the Velcro on the shoulders open before you push the straps in.
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I have the white canvas bag and the shoulder strap is NOT adjustable. But, I don't know if it is the same for all of the bags.
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Darcy, just make that the straps are threaded through the back and that when you pull the straps to adjust height, you are pulling through the clamp side NOT the side you squeeze to open the jaws. If you haven't gotten it already you will. just mess with it. lemme know if you need a pic...
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The top straps go around the head rests. Turn in the direction you want the pocket to face. The bottom straps fit around the seat if you fold the seat forward and then slip the strap around and pull it tight. I took photos to demonstrate, but can't post them here apparently. I don't know about folding it up either. I just leave it there all the time.
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Yes, the straps fit slightly different than intended. Mine fit over with a little thought. For the money, totally worth it!!!
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Hey Ivy, not sure what you mean by "those can't be adjusted." You adjust by pulling the strap pulling the strap further through the loop until its tight against your wrist. 5" may be a little too narrow because when you go smaller than about 7"s you have to pull the padded part through the loop which may be a bit more difficult. Good luck
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Probably, it's very adjustable. Both of the straps that wrap around the underside are adjustable, as well as the strap that wraps around the front and the arm holes. GOOD LUCK!!
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Just be aware that it is sized large to accommodate for several years. You can adjust the straps in a variety of ways to get it to fit better.
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A friend of mine took up the length in the seam of the strap in the back. I would have just done the same by taking it up but she did a nice professional like job for me. I'm 5'5" and had to take about 2+". I knew that it would be long from reviews.
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Hey, Devyn. Sorry for the delayed response! I don't think you'll have any problems with the fit. One of the great things about this pack is how much it can be adjusted. Not only can you tighten or loosen the chest and waist straps, but you can do the same for each of the shoulder straps. I just measured the pack, itself, and it comes in right around 15" lengthwise. If you want to get an idea of how it might sit, have a friend tape a piece of legal paper to the back of your shirt(preferably without the words "kick me" written on it). The pack will be marginally bigger both horizontally and vertically, but you'll at least get an idea of how much space it will take up while wearing it which might help you make a decision. Hope this helps; let me know how it works out for you!
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Get the size that's closest to your shirt size. After that, the straps around the chest, shoulder, and arm are adjustable.
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The straps that fit over the shoulders are elastic and adjust in length, like suspenders. I would think this would adjust for most people. Possibly someone with very heavy shoulders and upper back could have a problem, but surely they could be extended with a little effort.
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I'm 5'8" and had to adjust the shoulder harness down several nitches from stock placement to make it ride high enough. Initially, this pack rode very low and was uncomfortable until properly adjusted. I could be wrong, but it appeared that it would be fine if configured correctly.
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The strap is narrow and not very soft. If you put it around your neck, put the collar of your shirt or jacket in front of the strap to soften the feel. Personally, I like a wider softer velour type strap that is adjustable and that won't slip off your shoulder when carrying.
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it's almost infinitely adjustable. the sides are on 3 adjustable buckle straps per side, and the entire shoulder panels are big patches of velocro. I'm 6'1" 155 lbs and out of the box it fit me about the same as a suit vest in 42 or so (I wear a 36, so that was really roomy). I've obviously tightened it down from that, but the reason I mention it is that "out of the box" represented maybe halfway to as large as I think it could be let out from the shoulder Velcro and side straps. I don't think fit will be an issue for all ranges of person, from tiny to huge. it's a very versatile vest. it's almost infinitely adjustable. the sides are on 3 adjustable buckle straps per side, and the entire shoulder panels are big patches of velocro. I'm 6'1" 155 lbs and out of the box it fit me about the same as a suit vest in 42 or so (I wear a 36, so that was really roomy). I've obviously tightened it down from that, but the reason I mention it is that "out of the box" represented maybe halfway to as large as I think it could be let out from the shoulder Velcro and side straps. I don't think fit will be an issue for all ranges of person, from tiny to huge. it's a very... » Read More it's almost infinitely adjustable. the sides are on 3 adjustable buckle straps per side, and the entire shoulder panels are big patches of velocro. I'm 6'1" 155 lbs and out of the box it fit me about the same as a suit vest in 42 or so (I wear a 36, so that was really roomy). I've obviously tightened it down from that, but the reason I mention it is that "out of the box" represented maybe halfway to as large as I think it could be let out from the shoulder Velcro and side straps. I don't think fit will be an issue for all ranges of person, from tiny to huge. it's a very versatile vest. « Show Less
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I have the same issue. The straps are too short to fit around the larger pad. You could fit the lowest strap around the backrest bracket below the pad but the rest are too short to fit around the backrest pad.
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I personally found this was great for a taller, broader-shouldered person (like my husband, who's 5'11" and has a runner's build), but I couldn't get the straps to be small enough without them turning on their edges for my shoulders (I'm 5'6" and have a slim build). But I've read a lot of reviews where that smaller people wear this just fine! The adjustability of the straps seemed ample as having plenty of extra webbing to feed through the straps, but we returned it because the straps seemed stiff/turned on their edges and dug in. We ended up getting an Ergo, which had squishier straps but still fit us both. If you can try on a variety somewhere, that was the most helpful when we were looking. I personally found this was great for a taller, broader-shouldered person (like my husband, who's 5'11" and has a runner's build), but I couldn't get the straps to be small enough without them turning on their edges for my shoulders (I'm 5'6" and have a slim build). But I've read a lot of reviews where that smaller people wear this just fine! The adjustability of the straps seemed ample as having plenty of extra webbing to feed through the straps, but we returned it because the straps seemed stiff/turned on their edges and dug in. We ended up getting an Ergo, which had squishier... » Read More I personally found this was great for a taller, broader-shouldered person (like my husband, who's 5'11" and has a runner's build), but I couldn't get the straps to be small enough without them turning on their edges for my shoulders (I'm 5'6" and have a slim build). But I've read a lot of reviews where that smaller people wear this just fine! The adjustability of the straps seemed ample as having plenty of extra webbing to feed through the straps, but we returned it because the straps seemed stiff/turned on their edges and dug in. We ended up getting an Ergo, which had squishier straps but still fit us both. If you can try on a variety somewhere, that was the most helpful when we were looking. « Show Less