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Bino cover?
« on: January 04, 2020, 02:06:40 PM »
For spring bear I was thinking of getting something like this
Any input or experience with anything like this?

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #1 on: January 04, 2020, 04:38:26 PM »
Been running Kuiu for years and just got the new model which is larger and fits better.  But is a slight hassle when taking off layers having to remove pack then bino harness - maybe I  should attach to pack as shown.  But if I want to drop pack and glass that would be a hassle.  Hmmmm ? ???   Not sure which stule would be best. 

I would not want a big bulky harness like the one above under my pack though.  Here’s kuiu for comparison.


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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #2 on: January 04, 2020, 04:59:06 PM »
Only thing I didnt like with my Kuiu is the back is open and fills up with crap wether you're careful or not
I did like how compact it was tho
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #3 on: January 04, 2020, 05:49:27 PM »
Been running original Kuiu since they came out. Really like how compact and lightweight it is however my 10x42's don't go in and out as easy as I would like and makes the side pockets too tight to be useful for a smoke bottle. Went to the Adak harness from Black Ovis this year and really like it. Little better protection from the back, slightly larger than Kuiu but not much. Bins go in and out nicer for me and since I like to glass off a tripod, being able to disconnect the bins from the harness and not "lose" the harness is big for me. Rangefinder pocket is removeable. Watch Camofire they come up frequently for $99.
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #4 on: January 04, 2020, 06:13:51 PM »
I am in the market as well. Been watching some reviews, seems like Kuiu addressed the concerns of the last few posters in the new pro model. I am leaning that way unless some thing better shows up in the next month or so.


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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #5 on: January 04, 2020, 06:17:52 PM »
Yea got the new Kuiu Pro and it is about 1/2” bigger in all directions.  Lotsa room for swaro 10x42 now. 

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #6 on: January 04, 2020, 06:37:24 PM »
I have used multiple models over the years. Alaska guide creation is hands down my favorite. I can carry everything essential I need when I drop my pack which is real,g nice.
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #7 on: January 04, 2020, 06:42:03 PM »
Yea got the new Kuiu Pro and it is about 1/2” bigger in all directions.  Lotsa room for swaro 10x42 now. 

Well crap, super similar design as the Adak except a waterproof fabric and some extra options. Any confirmation on how waterproof it is? The Adak is a DWR softshell but I soaked it through. May have some harnesses coming up for sale?
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #8 on: January 04, 2020, 07:16:10 PM »

I like it
It looks a bit bigger then the kuiu, but I haven’t looked at the specs yet

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #9 on: January 04, 2020, 07:45:36 PM »
I like how the lid on kuiu flips out away from body

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #10 on: January 04, 2020, 08:04:57 PM »
I like how the lid on kuiu flips out away from body

Personally, this is an important feature for me. However, bino harnesses are like packs and come down to personal preference. Alaska Guide products seem to be bulletproof and have tons of great reviews and followers. I have a pack on my back but don't want one on my chest, therefore I shy away from Alaska Guide and similar designs. Again, it's what works for you.
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #11 on: January 04, 2020, 09:20:06 PM »
I have used multiple models over the years. Alaska guide creation is hands down my favorite. I can carry everything essential I need when I drop my pack which is real,g nice.
I went with AGC this year and am really happy with it.
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #12 on: January 05, 2020, 06:05:31 AM »
Yea got the new Kuiu Pro and it is about 1/2” bigger in all directions.  Lotsa room for swaro 10x42 now. 

Well crap, super similar design as the Adak except a waterproof fabric and some extra options. Any confirmation on how waterproof it is? The Adak is a DWR softshell but I soaked it through. May have some harnesses coming up for sale?
Havent got the new pro wet yet but the prior model was water resistant and the body is rigid like waterproof    Solid Liner (plastic?) not a canvas only type.   

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #13 on: January 05, 2020, 07:16:46 AM »
I keep thinking about muzzleloader season and how it would be nice to drop pack and still have all the speadloaders and caps and rangefinder and all still with me. So the Alaskan one seems bigger then what I may need for a spring hunt, but great for my deer season.

Guess I need a couple different ones lol

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #14 on: January 05, 2020, 08:18:54 AM »
I keep thinking about muzzleloader season and how it would be nice to drop pack and still have all the speadloaders and caps and rangefinder and all still with me. So the Alaskan one seems bigger then what I may need for a spring hunt, but great for my deer season.

Guess I need a couple different ones lol

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #15 on: January 07, 2020, 05:03:10 AM »
i picked up the AGC one this year.  i'd been using an S4 lockdown pack for a few years, so coming from that i really like the locking buckles and the fact that it's totally covered up so i don't get it full of pine needles moving through reprod.

i think i would like it better if it opened forward, took me a little getting used to pulling my binos out.  the material is a little rustly, but i suspect that it will quiet down with some use.  i really like having the extra pockets for little stuff that would be rattling around in my vest otherwise.  if i wear a backpack walking into an area i'll often ditch it along the way, it's nice to be able to keep a knife, and a few little essentials on me.  since the harness snugs up tight and doesn't move, it doesn't  bother me at all to carry some weight on my chest.
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #16 on: January 08, 2020, 02:51:26 PM »
Ordered a Alaskan guide from brownells for 77$

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #17 on: January 08, 2020, 03:28:26 PM »
I have the Muley Freak harness like the one in the picture. It is 10 times better than the pos Vortex case that came with my binos. It opens forward, and is really comfortable. Just my  :twocents:
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #18 on: January 08, 2020, 03:39:42 PM »
I like the FHF Gear. small, lightweight and my 10x42's fit perfect.
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #19 on: January 08, 2020, 05:33:04 PM »

I like it
It looks a bit bigger then the kuiu, but I haven’t looked at the specs yet

I have one of the AGs and like most of my stuff, its situational.  I dont always drag the whole sporting goods department out with me, but when I do use mine, its usually with 15x56 Zeiss plus it holds my tripod adapter, Kestrel, range finder, cheat sheets, and tags. 

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #20 on: January 09, 2020, 08:28:10 AM »
I have the Badlands Bino X - the magnetic closure is really nice and everything is quiet
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #21 on: January 10, 2020, 04:42:15 PM »
I like the FHF Gear. small, lightweight and my 10x42's fit perfect.
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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #22 on: January 10, 2020, 05:54:00 PM »
Different strokes for different folks, I couldn’t stand how big the lid is on the fhf harness it is right  in your face, ran the Kuiu one for a season and it is the worst one I have used. Check out the Marcupial brand super well designed and built has magnets built in for quite use. Of all the brands I have gone through it far and above better.

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #23 on: January 10, 2020, 06:26:59 PM »
I got an Outdoor Vision ridge top last year.  After using It for a year I am very happy with it. Magnetic opening. Opens out. Compact and unconstructive.

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Re: Bino cover?
« Reply #24 on: January 18, 2020, 04:52:20 PM »
I like it so far
We will see how it holds up

 


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