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CO, USA
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Posted: 6/26/2022 11:26:55 PM EDT
What packs do you prefer? Elk hunting in the mountains, I’ve used a badlands superday pack for a few years. I hear a lot talk about the mystery ranch packs and a few others. Let’s hear your thoughts
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Posted: 6/27/2022 6:42:10 AM EDT
[#1]
Eberlestock. Several sizes to choose from.
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Posted: 6/27/2022 9:28:19 AM EDT
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I have had really good luck with Kuiu, and would buy another.
Kind of a mutt, US made carbon frame, bag and suspension are vietnam.  Attached FileI think I’m on year 7 and still in great shape. |
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Posted: 6/28/2022 7:37:59 PM EDT
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I have a Mystery Ranch Metcalf and love it. Bought my son a Kuiu Pro pack and I am very impressed. It is much lighter than the Mystery Ranch. If it carry’s game as well as the Metcalf it will be my next pack.
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CO, USA
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Posted: 6/28/2022 9:17:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SpeyRod: I have a Mystery Ranch Metcalf and love it. Bought my son a Kuiu Pro pack and I am very impressed. It is much lighter than the Mystery Ranch. If it carry’s game as well as the Metcalf it will be my next pack. How big did he get? |
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Posted: 6/28/2022 9:21:32 PM EDT
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I still use my Mystery Ranch Metcalf.
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Posted: 7/9/2022 10:53:22 AM EDT
[Last Edit: SpeyRod]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bigtwinlvr: How big did he get? 7,000ci? This one. https://www.kuiu.com/products/pro-lt-full-hunting-pack-kit?variant=41638293045406 |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 7/11/2022 1:16:01 AM EDT
[#7]
Stone Glacier has caught my eye too. Only got a quick look at them at scheels so far
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Posted: 7/11/2022 1:34:40 AM EDT
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Kifaru.
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WA, USA
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Posted: 7/19/2022 12:39:53 AM EDT
[#9]
Exo mountain gear. Been using one for a couple years. Its been a great pack
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WA, USA
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Posted: 7/20/2022 3:00:32 PM EDT
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I've used Sitka, and Kuiu, I just moved on to Stone Glacier and have been extremely impressed they are expensive though...
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Posted: 7/20/2022 3:25:16 PM EDT
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Eberlestock mainframe with 2 batwing pouches is where I've ended up after many different models. Love that it's a pack frame with a solid shelf. Plenty of ability to snug the load down and keep it tight to your body. The pouches have plenty of room for whatever. The belt has plenty of molle for smaller pouches if you want. The shelf makes the pack into a pretty sweet backrest when sitting on the ground too.
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CO, USA
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Posted: 7/21/2022 1:56:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By oneshot1kill24-7: I've used Sitka, and Kuiu, I just moved on to Stone Glacier and have been extremely impressed they are expensive though... What model? The r3 5900 and the sky 5900 peaked my interest |
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Posted: 7/21/2022 12:00:54 PM EDT
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I'm going to try out a mystery ranch pop up 28 or 38 this year for my cow elk tag. I only day hunt, so I don't need to pack camp in, and I will only be hunting cow elk every 2-3 years, so I'd rather get a high quality day pack that can handle meat hauling vs spending the money on a larger more expensive frame/pack system just for the every few years chance I have to haul elk meat.
I know guys love the pop up series for packing deer out...cow quarters will be right on the edge of comfortable from what I hear regarding this frame style. We'll see if it works or not. If not, I've use a mystery ranch metcalf, and it was solid, so I'd probably get one of those. |
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Posted: 7/27/2022 12:27:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By oneshot1kill24-7: I've used Sitka, and Kuiu, I just moved on to Stone Glacier and have been extremely impressed they are expensive though... I agree with this. I have 3 years on my Sky Archer 6400. Definitely expensive but it's not something that will need replaced for a long time. Stone Glacier makes a high quality product. |
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Posted: 7/27/2022 1:55:28 PM EDT
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Check out EXO also. Great packs, titanium frame, US made.
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WA, USA
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Posted: 8/11/2022 12:06:33 PM EDT
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I'm using the SKY5900, it worked out to be the most versatile for my needs.
I wanted a pack that would go from day pack to 4+day pack with the ability to pack meat out in any configuration. |
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Posted: 8/13/2022 10:17:38 PM EDT
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Stone Glacier. Eberlestock a distant 2nd, IMO.
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Posted: 8/31/2022 7:42:45 PM EDT
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EXO. Manufacturing in Boise Idaho. Direct to consumer. No advertising or retailers just word of mouth.
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Posted: 9/3/2022 4:42:33 PM EDT
[Last Edit: dj1975232]
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Kifaru. USA made. Expensive but nothing is more comfortable when I am loaded over capacity.
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Posted: 9/26/2022 11:20:08 PM EDT
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Mystery ranch sawtooth 45. My group of friends are slowly transitioning from the metcalf to the sawtooth. More maneuverable, better openings, and just fits our hunting style. The metcalf or bigger would be great for bringing your tent on your back, but it is overkill most of the time. The little sawtooth is great for archery.
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