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[Dansk]

I'm moving to an eberlestock.  I don't like the way the Cabela's lashing system works with the shelf system- used one last year to pack a deer out - puts the weight and center of gravity on my lower back.  My buddies use Eberle's or Badlands and they like how the weight rides closer to your mid/upper back and the load doesnt move down or shift around or require alot of lashing.  3 straps, rifle in the scabbard, then go.

Having both hands free is a big plus - esp if you are by yourself packing out.

[ribka]

Cabelas Alaskan pack not a bad pack for the money. Mine is going on 16 yrs now. Packed out 3 caribou and  quite a few deer. Many pack in camping trips. Loads ride a bit high for my liking but can get used to it.  I now use it to pack in float tube, gear when fishing lakes in WA.

 Have had the Eberlestock for 5 years and more comfortable pack and can carry more weight comfortably which of course is expected for the extra money Really like the rifle scabbard too. Worth the extra money if you can afford it.

[gutsnthegrass]

I've never tried the Cabela's pack, but I have a Bullpac and love it. Made in Idaho, can't go wrong there.

[ridgefire]

i have a eberlestock as well but have packed meat with the cabelas pack and the eberle is alot more comfortable with or without a load imo i would recommend spending the extra money if you can

[madmack76]

i may be a little wierd but i like the old school pack boards with the bag up top i got a messed up back i put a quarter up top and it feels great little top heavy but thats why we hunters have good balance right