I don't quite understand the weighing of "each" item other than to shop or maybe research for a specific item that weighs less or may be smaller, then I could understand that. If I am wanting to know how much my loaded pack weighs as I said before I just weigh in on the scales and then weigh in with the pack on my back. Now, with that being said, if I am trying to "tweak" an item or two, to maybe make it smaller or lighter, then I would definitely weigh the individual item, but until that times comes. It doesn't really matter what each item weighs if you are going to throw them all in the pack any way. It is the total weight that really matters is it not????? Hope this helps but let's not make this wonderful activity that we partake in worry some when it doesn't have to be. Also, let's all remember that it is "just walking"...sabre11004...

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