big game long haul pack suggestions

[northwesthunter84]

I put 140# is the Exo tonight and went for a half mile walk.  Sure I had 140# on my back but most of the weight went to my hips.  The lumbar pad is what I was really wanting to get a feel for.  The shoulder straps did get a little tight but I'm sure I could have made an adjustment.  As far as the overall weight, it felt a heck of a lot better than packing out my bull last year.  I would say that 140# on my Exo felt like the 100# I tested on my pack frame the previous 2 years and this came without the discomfort.  That is a pretty heavy load and I'm sure I can go quite a bit farther than a half mile with that on my back.

[7mag.]

I put 140# is the Exo tonight and went for a half mile walk.  Sure I had 140# on my back but most of the weight went to my hips.  The lumbar pad is what I was really wanting to get a feel for.  The shoulder straps did get a little tight but I'm sure I could have made an adjustment.  As far as the overall weight, it felt a heck of a lot better than packing out my bull last year.  I would say that 140# on my Exo felt like the 100# I tested on my pack frame the previous 2 years and this came without the discomfort.  That is a pretty heavy load and I'm sure I can go quite a bit farther than a half mile with that on my back.

That's good to hear, the Exo looks really promising. I like having quality options. I personally just switched to Kifaru from Mystery Ranch. I made the switch because of pack weight. Both are great packs, but I am in love with the Kifaru Bikini Frame and suspension.

[SilkOnTheDrySide]

I put 140# is the Exo tonight and went for a half mile walk.  Sure I had 140# on my back but most of the weight went to my hips.  The lumbar pad is what I was really wanting to get a feel for.  The shoulder straps did get a little tight but I'm sure I could have made an adjustment.  As far as the overall weight, it felt a heck of a lot better than packing out my bull last year.  I would say that 140# on my Exo felt like the 100# I tested on my pack frame the previous 2 years and this came without the discomfort.  That is a pretty heavy load and I'm sure I can go quite a bit farther than a half mile with that on my back.

That's good to hear, the Exo looks really promising. I like having quality options. I personally just switched to Kifaru from Mystery Ranch. I made the switch because of pack weight. Both are great packs, but I am in love with the Kifaru Bikini Frame and suspension.

I agree, I'm excited for them to make a bigger pack!


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[actionshooter]

I'm still packing my MR (grizzly) this year, I looked hard at the Kifaru due to the weight difference but in the end decided to stick with the MR. I tried the duplex and it wasn't more comfortable than the MR (for me), its 3# lighter but in the big picture 3# wasn't worth $700 to me.
 If I didn't already have the MR the decision would be a whole lot tougher.

[h2ofowlr]

What size would most go with?  A 5200 or 7200 size pack or are those to big?  We would just be carrying limited gear about 3 miles to where we hunt.  Hoping to pack out heavier.

[SilkOnTheDrySide]

What size would most go with?  A 5200 or 7200 size pack or are those to big?  We would just be carrying limited gear about 3 miles to where we hunt.  Hoping to pack out heavier.

I actually run 8500 CUI in my EMR2.  I like the space for when I need it, especially when the weight penalty is so minimal, and it compressed down to nothing.

[northwesthunter84]

Silk I'm pretty sure the 5500 has shipped/is available so that should come in at around 6500 ci if you include side pockets and lid.  All for 5.2 lbs.  That is pretty light.  I still waiting for the accessories to come out.  The FB page says soon and they have pics up of the meat shelf.  I got a free hip belt pouch due to the hold up on shipping.  The pouch is also very nice and well built.

[h2ofowlr]

What size would most go with?  A 5200 or 7200 size pack or are those to big?  We would just be carrying limited gear about 3 miles to where we hunt.  Hoping to pack out heavier.

I actually run 8500 CUI in my EMR2.  I like the space for when I need it, especially when the weight penalty is so minimal, and it compressed down to nothing.

What did the EMRII run you?  I saw it was $409 , but wasn't sure if it was the bag only.  I tried to send you a PM, but your in box is full.

[SilkOnTheDrySide]

That sounds about right, and it's bag only.