I have a question about the packs described -- how good are their hip straps? I always look for wide padded hip straps, even in a day pack, to take the weight off the shoulders.

The commercial (non-mil) HAWG seems to have a pretty thin strap. Many of the REI hydration packs I've looked at have wider hip straps, so that might be what I eventually get.

Thanks,
Steve
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