Looking for a good pack that carries a bow

[zackmioli]

Hey all I am looking to buy a new pack before this upcoming archery season and want something that is set up to strap my bow into for hiking in in the morning and out at night. Other pack needs is big enough to carry enough supplies for a day or two and possibly haul out some meat with that first trip. Any suggestions?

[carpsniperg2]

Check out wilderness packs of oregon.

http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php?topic=94407.0

Fits what you are looking for well

[MR5x5]

Bungee cords will work on just about any pack, plus they have a million and one uses.

[D-Rock425]

Check out Nimrod packs.  You can customize their pack system a little to fit your needs.  Made in Washington to I believe.

[coachcw]

just make sure what ever pack that you get is really quiet . you can tie a bow on any pack .

[Machias]

Decker, You can carry 200 pounds of weight and your bow. 

[Sliverslinger]

I'm a huge fan of Eberlestock. Especially the X2. Mine is comfortable as can be even with weight. You can attach a butt-bucket and ripcord to it and carry your bow on your back but get to it very quickly.

[zackmioli]

heard lots about badlands 2200's? they are on sale on camofire right now, they are bow and rifle compatible right?

[pianoman9701]

  on the Badlands 2200.

[pianoman9701]

There's a new Badlands 2800 in the classifieds for 150.00.

http://hunting-washington.com/classifieds/search.php?searchid=13472

[zackmioli]

Thanks!

[kyle78]

Check out Nimrod packs.  You can customize their pack system a little to fit your needs.  Made in Washington to I believe.

  Yes they are, located in Cashmere.

[zackmioli]

Check out wilderness packs of oregon.

http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php?topic=94407.0

Fits what you are looking for well

Just sent them an email about their Compact Frame Combo pack. Just wanting to compare prices. That one seems to fit my needs really well. Thanks for the heads up! I named dropped Split Diamond in my email as well! 

[zackmioli]

Just an update, I placed my order with Wilderness Pack Specialties yesterday and ordered the Compact Frame Combo Pack. Very excited to get it! Thanks Carp for the suggestion!

[carpsniperg2]

Not a problem bud I am sure it will make you a great pack!!!

[bowhiker]

Glad I found this post. I'm searching for a similar step up but haven't decided yet. I have a Dwight Schuh pack now, which is versatile, but the external frame rubs the shoulders when carrying lots of weight(meat). Does the Wilderness pack come with a spot for a hydration bladder?

[zackmioli]

Yes it comes with a pocket for a hydration bladder. I took it up for a scouting trip last saturday for the first time and overpacked it to see how it felt with around 30lbs and it was great. already loving this pack. 

[carpsniperg2]

Glad you are liking it. I packed 2 loads a total of almost 110 pounds about a mile each trip with my bear this year already. Having a great fitting strong pack really makes a ton of difference! I have pulled out of a lot of my big plans for this year trying to save some frog skins. I am sure I will still be able to pack atleast 8-12 more animals with mine this year.

[colockumelk]

Just an update, I placed my order with Wilderness Pack Specialties yesterday and ordered the Compact Frame Combo Pack. Very excited to get it! Thanks Carp for the suggestion!

Just came across this thread. This was the exact pack I was going to recommend for your wife. Good choice.