Carry backpack for elk hunting?

[Tbob]

Been using a badlands superday for about 5 years now. I really like the built in holster in the hip belt. It's also super strong and I've never had an issue with anything on it! It is a bit heavy though and when I get some funds I think in going to look at the Kuiu packs. They seem to come highly recommended..

[vandeman17]

Upgraded from the Eberlestock x2 to the Team Elk a few weeks ago. I loved my x2 but wanted something a little bigger as most my hunting is leaving before daylight and back after dark. I also pack enough food to feed a small army each day because I eat all darn day so its nice having space. Not to mention the last thing I want to do is hike all the way back to camp to grab my pack if/when I do get an animal down.

[MountainWalk]

Is the Kuiu. 1800 meat capable?

[SniperDanWA]

Where have you guys been buying your packs?  Online or in store and where's the best deals?  I know that depends on pack, but you seem to have shared great info.  I'm looking to upgrade too and found this thread helpful. 

Don't mean to hijack the thread though.  I can start another, if OP wants me to do that.

[jackelope]

Is the Kuiu. 1800 meat capable?

The Kuiu Icon Pro, if that's what you're talking about...has the ability to put meat between the frame and the pack bag.

[Magnum_Willys]

Is the Kuiu. 1800 meat capable?

All Kuiu Ultra's are interchangeable bags - carbon fiber frame and choice of bag.  So yes - Frame - Meat - Choice of bag. 

[kentrek]

Is the Kuiu. 1800 meat capable?

All Kuiu Ultra's are interchangeable bags - carbon fiber frame and choice of bag.  So yes - Frame - Meat - Choice of bag.

This is with the 1800 ultra

[MountainWalk]

Bitchin'.  Question answered.  For just my gear, 1800 sounds like plenty.

How do you guys like the whole meat tween frame-bag set up?

[Magnum_Willys]

Bitchin'.
How do you guys like the whole meat tween frame-bag set up?

Is there any other way? 

[swashington2128]

I picked up the Eberlestock Just one pack. Put just the bare essentials and emergency stuff and cinch down all the straps. Profile is extremely small and comfortable. Been practicing my archery wearing it with no impact on my draw. I am a big guy so anything that keeps my profile down and doesn't make getting through the trees with excessive noise is good enough for me.

[huntinluva]

I have the Kuiu Ultra 1800 and it does all I ask of it.  Small and compact for a day pack and holds enough water and other essential gear.  Throw my kill kit inside with some snacks and other items and I am good to go all day.  I feel that if I am prepped to bring out a first load immediately after processing then I am 1 step further ahead of caring for the meat.  Last year proved that.

[BULLBLASTER]

I take my mystery ranch 6500 with me on every hunt. Wether it's a treestand whitetail hunt or a pack in elk hunt. I never have to walk out empty that way. Always take a load out with me.

[Labredog]

Using a Kifaru timberline2 on a bikini frame. Compresses to a daypack size and can expand to carry 100lbs+ if your body can carry it this pack will haul it. Made in USA, comfortable with heavy loads or in day pack mode. Spendy packs, but cheaper than buying lesser packs every couple of years. Buy once cry once!

[nw_bowhunter]

What about the fabrics..noisy in the brush?

Kuiu Ultra 1800 looks awesome. Based on pictures I guess my questions how does it hold up are answered...Yikes what a load!

Ok so I was able to try the Mystery Ranch and I liked it. Where do you guys go check out the Kuiu/Kifaru? Did you try on first before buying? Are you guys using the Kuiu because they are lighter base weight? 

Kifaru and Kuiu are different companies I assume?

Why chose the Bikin frame vs Nice frame?

I read alot of recommendations/reviews on HW - I now think I'm the market for a new pack but now I need some help as I'm not sure what type of pack is best suited.

[Wolfdog2314]

What about the fabrics..noisy in the brush?

Kuiu Ultra 1800 looks awesome. Based on pictures I guess my questions how does it hold up are answered...Yikes what a load!

Ok so I was able to try the Mystery Ranch and I liked it. Where do you guys go check out the Kuiu/Kifaru? Did you try on first before buying? Are you guys using the Kuiu because they are lighter base weight? 

Kifaru and Kuiu are different companies I assume?

Why chose the Bikin frame vs Nice frame?

I read alot of recommendations/reviews on HW - I now think I'm the market for a new pack but now I need some help as I'm not sure what type of pack is best suited.

Kifaru and kuiu are different yes. As far as testing out the kuiu you'll have to find someone with one to try it on as kuiu only sells directly off their website. I have an icon pro if ur ever around Vancouver... I don't have any experience with the kifaru.

I went with the kuiu cuz I was very impressed with all of their other gear I got. And figured why not get the pack too. Price was comparable to other packs of that caliber, if not better. There's lots of videos and review on them. You'll see older reviews claim broken frames, but that's been addressed. I haven't hauled an animal out yet. But I've loaded it with about 50lbs a few times and hiked absurd very comfortable!