Best backpacks for skinny people?

[Jeff&Henry]

This may seem like an odd question for gear...but is anyone aware of a backpack manufacturer that sizes their packs (specifically the waist strap) for very skinny people? A friend's daughter (a 15 year old) is doing a month long trek in Africa, and she can't find a pack that fits her waist. And a child pack won't work either because she's nearly 5 feet 8 inches tall. It has to be something good too, as she'll be tested with a variety of weather over the month.

Any brand recommendation, or outfitters would be much appreciated!

JW

 

[Kevin Rooney]

Have you looked into custom packs? McHale's is the only one I know of personally, but there may be others.

 

[Rainman]

I have a Gregory, which had differing sized shoulder straps and waist belt available at the store. After trying a few combinations, I was able to purchase the frame size, shoulder strap size, and waist belt size that fit the best. This was at EMS.

 

[Breakheart Dan]

Not sure what you mean by skinny but Gossamer Gear's small hipbelt fits size 25-32. They make ultralight packs so they may not be appropriate for her but I'm guessing she would get a good fit.

 

[JoeCedar]

Your friend's daughter should go to a stocking retailer and try on packs. Hopefully they will have something which fits. Or have they tried this already and failed?