Backpacks

[Bearmtn]

I've got hte kifaru timberline 2, love that thing, havn't hauled meat yet but i loaded up 80lbs into it and it was really solid and comfortable, well at least as comfortable as it gets. one thing though I did purchase there gun bearer and wasn't very happy with it, maybe I havn't dialed it in correct but the damn barrel hit me in the face a couple times in some steep/rough spots, though it does do what it says by keeping your gun at the ready in front of you if you need it fast

[couesbitten]

But there is a 12-16 month lead time

Actually, it's more like a 12 - 16 week lead time.  Ordered my bikini frame/highcamp bag a week or so ago, supposed to ship April 8th, can't wait!

[SilkOnTheDrySide]

But there is a 12-16 month lead time

Actually, it's more like a 12 - 16 week lead time.  Ordered my bikini frame/highcamp bag a week or so ago, supposed to ship April 8th, can't wait!

I did not mean to put month...thanks Coues!

[Branden]

Looking at your pics of the longbow, it doesn't seem to have any shoulder lift. It's definitely nice to get the weight off the shoulders if you are packing a heavy load a long ways.

I need a small pack that will hold a bow also. Thinking of a bikini frame with a dt3 bag. Packs down small, and could still get a full load plus have functional load lifters with the 26" stays.

[KevinClimbs]

Sounds like Dr. D went with the X2 but given the specs given in the original post (bow/rifle carry, hydration, size) I might add the Tenzing TZ 2220 to the list. Santa got me one this year and I have only brought it out a couple of times but really liked the way it was setup but I have not put it through the ringer yet.

[hirshey]

No nod at the new Kuiu Icon packs? It doesn't have a dedicated rifle/bow hauling method but I found it very easy to strap my rifle to it numerous places. Took it on my Idaho hunt this year and hauled my spike camp around for 6 days, 1/3 of a friend's deer, and my deer back to camp just dandily. The carbon frame makes it extremely light... My ex used it to haul out his spring bear this last season, too. Better universal size adjustment than the Eberlestock's, although I do miss my scabbard.

[Dr. Death]

I like all my Kuiu gear, their packs however are just alittle larger than what Im looking for...still havent pulled thr trigger on anything yet, but the X2 is at the top of the list at the moment. I do like the bow butt bucket system that attaches to it. Anyone have any info on that?

[RadSav]

For the money I really like the Eberle packs and have used and abused them plenty.  As mentioned before I don't like the waist strap system as it loosens easily, but it is a relatively easy fix with some velcro loop material sewn to the strap.  The Butt Bucket on the other hand I can not say many good things about.  In fact I hate that thing!  Mine does not have a drain hole so it fills with water.  I try at least once a year to give it "Just one more try" for the umpteenth time.  Might dislike it more today than the first time I tried it.  Which is odd because I absolutely love the roll out bucket on my Blacks Creek packs.  My personal belief is you should save your money on the bucket and built your own.  I think you should be able to build one better and much, much lighter with little effort.  I used mesh to build mine = More Better

[actionshooter]

I have a couple of buddies who love their KUIU packs. It just didn't work for me, in all fairness I didn't give it much time, but it didn't seem to have enough adjustment for me. I think they are well built though.   

[Devinshoe]

Badlands super day back pack on sale camofire for 112.99 Nice pack i have one myself and really like it.

[SilkOnTheDrySide]

No nod at the new Kuiu Icon packs? It doesn't have a dedicated rifle/bow hauling method but I found it very easy to strap my rifle to it numerous places. Took it on my Idaho hunt this year and hauled my spike camp around for 6 days, 1/3 of a friend's deer, and my deer back to camp just dandily. The carbon frame makes it extremely light... My ex used it to haul out his spring bear this last season, too. Better universal size adjustment than the Eberlestock's, although I do miss my scabbard.

You must not have the newer version.  The 7000 has a dedicated rifle scabbard.  I have started to put together a KUIU set, and absolutely love it.  I've heard some mixed reviews on the packs, but mostly positive.  What's the biggest load you've taken out with it?  I know the frustration with their load haul system is that if you get anything bigger then an deer quarter, you're going to have to put it inside the pack, which is a downside for those of us who want to pack an animal and camp out.

[hirshey]

No nod at the new Kuiu Icon packs? It doesn't have a dedicated rifle/bow hauling method but I found it very easy to strap my rifle to it numerous places.

You must not have the newer version.  The 7000 has a dedicated rifle scabbard.  I have started to put together a KUIU set, and absolutely love it.  I've heard some mixed reviews on the packs, but mostly positive.  What's the biggest load you've taken out with it?  I know the frustration with their load haul system is that if you get anything bigger then an deer quarter, you're going to have to put it inside the pack, which is a downside for those of us who want to pack an animal and camp out.

I don't have the newer version.. I think Jarred's spring bear was most likely its largest load at about 110 pounds if I do recall.. He had a few elk sheds strapped to the outside as well; he carries a little repair kit for a frame with him which he ended up needing.. He broke the carbon frame that trip. I had a new pack within 10 days though. My heaviest load was probably just around 85 to 90 with no issues though. It has the internal meat compartment that kept all my camp items clean, even though the meat was just in old pillowcases.

[hirshey]

Badlands super day back pack on sale camofire for 112.99 Nice pack i have one myself and really like it.

That's a dandy pack at a good price..

[Benny]

I know the frustration with their load haul system is that if you get anything bigger then an deer quarter, you're going to have to put it inside the pack, which is a downside for those of us who want to pack an animal and camp out.

Why would putting meat in the bag be a downside or frustration?

[Branden]

I know the frustration with their load haul system is that if you get anything bigger then an deer quarter, you're going to have to put it inside the pack, which is a downside for those of us who want to pack an animal and camp out.

Why would putting meat in the bag be a downside or frustration?

I don't understand either? I have packed an animal and camp, and it all mixes together. Packed a bear and camp this year, (yes it was a small bear) and everything went into a T1.