Kuiu Test

[JBar]

Fish- PM sent

[dscubame]

http://remotepursuits.com/2014/11/21/purchasing-a-pack-for-backpack-hunting/

Check out this write up.  Good info.

[jackelope]

Trying on a pack is one thing. Loading it up and still saying it is comfortable is another.  I suggest if you try on a pack, you load it up if possible and walk around for a bit. 

I have zero comfort issues with my Icon. I'm routinely hiking with a loaded pack. Right now there's a 35-40 pound bag of rocks in mine. I might look funny walking my 11 pound dog around the neighborhood, but I'm getting at least a little exercise out of it.
 I'm fully aware of the frame breaking issues, but as far as comfort goes, mine's great. It's a very personal choice though...kinda like boots.

[jackelope]

Is this enough proof ?  Lol

Very nice ram. What are you attempting to prove?

full pack off sheep in the icon 7200 carbon fiber frame held up just fine 120-3o lbs . the thing I really like is the ability to put meat in the pack or between the pack and your body . the only draw back for me is the size of the 7200 bag as a day pack . I just bungee the top down and keep it tight a 3000 bag would be nice (on my list ) 

I'm thinkin the extra space is worth carrying the 7200 as a day hike pack.  70-100 lbs + my gear is all I can carry safely.  But then again I can do multi day high country w it too.  My last pack was 120 and has lasted till last year.  I think six years of hunting hard.  So I would have high expectations for 450.  think I'll take your Rams word for it.

Coach-
Is yours an original Icon or a Pro?

[coachcw]

Is this enough proof ?  Lol

Very nice ram. What are you attempting to prove?

full pack off sheep in the icon 7200 carbon fiber frame held up just fine 120-3o lbs . the thing I really like is the ability to put meat in the pack or between the pack and your body . the only draw back for me is the size of the 7200 bag as a day pack . I just bungee the top down and keep it tight a 3000 bag would be nice (on my list ) 

I'm thinkin the extra space is worth carrying the 7200 as a day hike pack.  70-100 lbs + my gear is all I can carry safely.  But then again I can do multi day high country w it too.  My last pack was 120 and has lasted till last year.  I think six years of hunting hard.  So I would have high expectations for 450.  think I'll take your Rams word for it.

Coach-
Is yours an original Icon or a Pro?

new pro

[rosscrazyelk]

I am back and forth between the Kuiu Icon Pro and the Stone Glacier Sky series. 

These are my top two pics and will be purchasing in the next 90 days or so.

I love skyy pack Neil.. we could meet at Staceys one day and you could check it out if you have not seen one.

stuck between the 5100 and their new 6200 archery series.  thoughts?

Have not seen the 6200 I have the 7200.I figure you can't make your pack bigger but you can go smaller with a big pack. .

[FishEKat]

http://remotepursuits.com/2014/11/21/purchasing-a-pack-for-backpack-hunting/

Check out this write up.  Good info.

That's a good write up. It sums up the difficulties of trying to find the perfect pack; considering we all have different bodies. It's good to hear all these companies seem to have good customer service.

[7mag.]

Be careful with Kuiu. I don't know this first hand, but I've heard from several different sources, that they only honor the warranty on their current line of packs, not the older ones.

[whacker1]

I am back and forth between the Kuiu Icon Pro and the Stone Glacier Sky series. 

These are my top two pics and will be purchasing in the next 90 days or so.

I love skyy pack Neil.. we could meet at Staceys one day and you could check it out if you have not seen one.

stuck between the 5100 and their new 6200 archery series.  thoughts?

Have not seen the 6200 I have the 7200.I figure you can't make your pack bigger but you can go smaller with a big pack. .

Let me know the next time you are rolling through town and I will make a point of making myself available.

[wooltie]

I switched from a Kif DT2 to the Icon PRO.  I have 7200, 1850, and Ultra 1800 & 3000 bags.

Not disappointed.  I routinely walk the kids and dog with 50lb sandbag (in a dry sack) strapped to the frame.  Weight carries the same on me.  If anything, there is less padding but the support remains the same as the Kif.

Your choice comes down to value versus costs.

I bought the entire kit and four bags during their end of year sale.  At 25% off, KUIU costs less than the cost of reselling my Kifaru.  And I now I have bags for each type of hunt versus one 5200 bag for everything.

Looking at the duplex frame vs the icon pro frame, one would conclude that the duplex frame just seems more durable because of the sheer materials and construction of the duplex.  The duplex frame is a TANK.  Solid.  However, I think both setups offer the same FUNCTIONAL durability.  KUIU just pulls it off with fewer materials and less weight.

[bradslam]

Be careful with Kuiu. I don't know this first hand, but I've heard from several different sources, that they only honor the warranty on their current line of packs, not the older ones.

Why not just read their warranty policy.

WARRANTY POLICY:
WHAT WARRANTY COVERS:
This warranty covers any manufacturer workmanship defects in your KUIU gear. This warranty applies to consumer use only and is null and void if the product is used in a manner it is not intended for.
HOW LONG COVERAGE LASTS:
This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the product.
WHO IS COVERED UNDER WARRANTY:
This warranty is for the original consumer purchaser only. It is not transferable. Proof of purchase must be verified.
WHAT WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
Any problem that is caused by abuse, misuse, or an act of nature (fire, flood, moths, etc.) is not covered. Snags, stains, pilling, discoloration, deterioration, burns, or damage from normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty. Consequential and incidental damages are not recoverable under this warranty.
WHAT KUIU WILL DO:
If the item proves to be defective in workmanship, KUIU will attempt to repair the item. If this is not possible we will replace it with a new item of similar composition and price. If no such item is available, a refund for the full purchase price of the original item will be issued at KUIU discretion.
LIMITATION ON DAMAGES AND DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES:
KUIU will repair or replace the product as provided under this Lifetime Warranty. This shall be the only remedy of the consumer. KUIU shall not be liable for any loss or damages, including consequential, indirect, and incidental damages arising out of the use of, or inability to use, the product, or for breach of any expressed or implied warranty or condition on this product. Except to the extent prohibited by law, any implied warranties or conditions of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the duration of this warranty.
HOW TO PLACE A CLAIM:
Contact KUIU by email at service@kuiu.com, or by phone at 855-367-5848, during normal business hours Monday-Friday from 9:00AM-5:00PM PST. You may be asked to provide photographs and to return the product for review.
California law states that products accepted for review must be clean. Please clean your products before returning them to us, otherwise we will not be able to accept them.

[DIYARCHERYJUNKIE]

The price has gone up everyday I swear.  They want 475 for the icon pro 7200 today. might hold off for a sale or used.

[SilkOnTheDrySide]

I switched from a Kif DT2 to the Icon PRO.  I have 7200, 1850, and Ultra 1800 & 3000 bags.

Not disappointed.  I routinely walk the kids and dog with 50lb sandbag (in a dry sack) strapped to the frame.  Weight carries the same on me.  If anything, there is less padding but the support remains the same as the Kif.

Your choice comes down to value versus costs.

I bought the entire kit and four bags during their end of year sale.  At 25% off, KUIU costs less than the cost of reselling my Kifaru.  And I now I have bags for each type of hunt versus one 5200 bag for everything.

Looking at the duplex frame vs the icon pro frame, one would conclude that the duplex frame just seems more durable because of the sheer materials and construction of the duplex.  The duplex frame is a TANK.  Solid.  However, I think both setups offer the same FUNCTIONAL durability.  KUIU just pulls it off with fewer materials and less weight.

Have you had more then 50 lbs in it?

And for comparison did you ever have more then fifty pounds in the Kif?


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[wooltie]

100 lbs of sand in both.  Weight stayed on my hips and off my shoulders.  I can't really ask for more than that at 100 lbs.

I'll reiterate that Kif is hands down a solid freaking tank.

But I think KUIU can hold its own, and I'll risk "the pack not performing" for having pack options at less cost.  Just my preference.

[matt345]

I have one of the first generation Kuiu Packs and frames. I packed a front and rear quarter of a bull at the same time in MT this Nov for 9 hrs and besides feeling like I would rather just stop, camp for the night and eat both quarters. The pack performed flawlessly.