These packs will look destroyed after a months-long thru hike, but gear repair tape and seam grip can keep them alive
It's relatively simple and most of the combinations are particularly easy, especially if you've any familiarity with a keyboard
As soon as you meet resistance stop pulling
If I am looking for jacks in the mangroves, look for structure they will hide in, logs laying in the water, cut outs in the bank, exposed roots on the bank, sometimes if you have a favourite spot exploring low tide and seeing where some good spots are to hit up on high tides
If you're planning to hike longer distances or need to carry more gear, spending up for a pack with added structure and padding is essential
This size also balances well when fishing under a float, especially when paired with a properly set up salmon float rig