backpack for Elk

[Mike_D]

Not sure if this has been asked before...

What are ya'll using for packs?  I've done alot of research into this, plus fitting, testing, and dealing with a sore back off and on... 

But I did finally break the bank and buy an Eberlestock D107.... I think its close to the top of the line for internal frame packs... and I'm most excited about it... Can't wait to break it in properly with a little elk blood...

[KillBilly]

I cannot find a D107 anywhere on the  Eberlestock site. Are you sure that is the right number?

[elkspert]

Jansens Hard Core Hunt pack for me and I love it!!!

[Mike_D]

wups!!! Sorry KillBilly,

J107  The DragonFly....

[TheHunt]

I have the draggon fly as well.  Very nice pack for over night type of hikes.  Crooked horn with a bow or rifle pouch is a great day pack.

[alecvg]

wups!!! Sorry KillBilly,

J107  The DragonFly....

The J107 will work perfect for elk hunting,, and any hunting for that matter, I have the J104, and it is great, and similiar to the J107, awesome packs, would recommend them.  Though my Badlands is more comfortable, Eberlestock is better for packing and overnight.

[actionshooter]

I use a Mystery Ranch, before that I used a Dana Design (early mystery ranch) for 12 years, very happy with both.
 Brother uses a Arcteryx, buddy uses a Badlands 4500.  Lots of good packs out there.

[Timmybob]

I use the Badlands 4500.. Older model with a few recent upgrades. I looked at the Eberlystock as well. Both great packs. I guess the Badlands Warranty is what was the decision maker for me..Good luck.

[Dean44]

I have been using a Kelty Redwing 3100 for about 7 years now. It has had very heavy use and held up well. It is light enough for day hikes but has an aluminum spine in the back to haul heavy loads. I have used it a few times to haul elk out of roadless areas and I prefer it over a pack board for this task. It has worked well for 5-day wilderness hikes, you can cinch it down for short hikes once you unload and have camp set up.

It is sized just right so I can carry a slinged rifle and shoot while wearing it. Very good quality, plenty of pockets for binocs, range finder etc, and comes in a nice green.

The retail price is $90. Saw new ones at Sportsmans Whse the other day.

[Mike_D]

Very nice dean...

I've yet to have to pack out an elk, but I've a good friend who wants to try this... (my back is already complaining) so we're lining up for an east side 2week hunt this year...  I've had a lot of problems with packs and back pain (even when in good condition) so I've tried to pick something near the top of the line without breaking the bank or going too overboard.

Nice pic.  I'm might consider picking one of these up for a shorter hunts.

[coachcw]

Ive strapped my day pack to a good pack frame , this can save you a trip back for a pack board . Coach

[KillBilly]

wups!!! Sorry KillBilly,

J107  The DragonFly....

Okay, that looks like it will do the trick

[rasbo]

the ol frieghter frame cabelas.been using that to pack meat for eons. cost me 49 dollars

[mossback91]

Ive strapped my day pack to a good pack frame , this can save you a trip back for a pack board . Coach

Have done that also........it seems then I was too prepared and nothing ever fell to the ground.........

[flyguide]

Badlands 2800  - not sure how you can beat this pack for day hunting, overnight, or that 1st load of meat!