Post by: Alchase on July 31, 2012, 11:00:19 AM
The main issue I have with the Super Day pack, it does not look like the waist strap is very substantial?
I carry a handgun off hand and not having a good waist strap concerns me.
The question I have of those who carry the Eberlestock X1 packs is:
What do you do with the gun sleeve when not in use?
Does it stow up out of the way?
I have never worn on, but it looks like it could be a hindrance while hunting?
Has anyone used the Eberlestock X2?
I like the idea of a frame and having the air between my back and the pack. But the X2 looks like it does not have the molle the X1 has to mount a holster?
Post by: MtnMuley on July 31, 2012, 11:02:14 AM
Post by: Alchase on July 31, 2012, 11:12:35 AM
Thanks for your help
Post by: MtnMuley on July 31, 2012, 11:19:02 AM
MtnMuley, what do like and do not like about it?
Thanks for your help
Well, I've owned a few. My biggest negatives are the weight of the packs. Heavier than I'd prefer. Also, they can take a pretty good size load out once getting back to the truck, but I wouldn't want to pack several with them. Kifaru/MR are much better in that aspect. I've have the J107, J34, and Gunslinger II. If you're using a 50mm scoped gun with a bipod, the J107 and J34 have a smaller opening for the guncarrier, and they require the pack to off to load and unload your rifle. They will fit, but snug. The gunslinger II was the wide opening and is perfect for a day pack, but small to haul much out. Enough though for a cape, rack, and medium compression meat sack. Also, on the J107/34s, you could probably cut out the hydration bladder part and make more room for the rifle in the carrier. I've though about attempting it.
Post by: Alchase on July 31, 2012, 11:44:17 AM
Post by: Huntbear on July 31, 2012, 11:49:37 AM
There is plenty of room for your gear, and lots of room for packing out boned out meat, for a first trip out, and get the pack frames.
The rifle scabbard has never been in the way for me.... even with no rifle in the scabbard, it makes a padded seat :tup: when I am sitting down taking a break.
I would only replace this pack, if and when I can afford a Nimrod pack system.....
Post by: stw on July 31, 2012, 12:03:52 PM
Have 7or8 between us love them e we packed lots of elk
Out. And deer . I like it it keeps the gun between the
Pack and your back not on the side so it can hit everything
O ya and you can stuff the *censored* out of it bad ass pack
Post by: Alchase on July 31, 2012, 12:08:41 PM
Anyone have an Eberlestock X2? Or other day pack with frame and suspension system?
Post by: sirmissalot on July 31, 2012, 12:21:47 PM
Post by: Huntbear on July 31, 2012, 12:28:10 PM
I have the x1 and love it but just like others have said its heavy. The rifle scabbard is awesome I use the heck out of it, I'm not sure I will ever want another pack without one.
Nothing like climbing up a steep muddy/snowy/slick hill with BOTH hands free to grab onto a limb or rock to help yourself out, and KNOWING your rifle is safe and secure and is not going to slip off your shoulder...
Post by: wamuledeer on July 31, 2012, 02:14:02 PM
Here is a link to the Eberlestock website for the X2 that has some good info.
http://eberlestock.com/X2%20Pack.htm (http://eberlestock.com/X2%20Pack.htm)
Post by: MAVsled on July 31, 2012, 04:21:05 PM
Post by: 6x6in6 on July 31, 2012, 04:32:53 PM
My son-in-law now has my former X1. When we were in WY last fall, we traded packs for a day. At the end of the day, he says "wanna trade?"
Uh, no, was my response!!!
Post by: Alchase on August 01, 2012, 07:26:35 AM
Post by: Alchase on August 06, 2012, 09:02:22 AM
Thanks for all your help everyone.
Post by: MDGrand on August 06, 2012, 04:44:37 PM
I had the X1.. really liked it. BUT.. the scabbard is not the greatest thing since sliced bread. And just remember, its not that easy to take it out or put back in by yourself.. I know they show you can do it in videos, but it really is not that simple and easier to accomplish with a friend.
ALSO.. the scabbard goes below your waist... do you ever want to sit down with your pack on? I do. I hated having to either take the rifle out or take the pack off to sit down. Finally.. if you are ever decending down a pretty steep hill and slip and land on your ars... your muzzle of your rifle will smack the ground. I have done this and seen others do it.
I went to a MR Crew Cab because I can easily pack the rifle with the muzzle up and the butt of the stock sitting just behind the front compartment. YES, I have to take off my pack to access it.. but it really amounted to about the same amount of time as the X1 from Eberlestock and I dont have to worry about damaging one of the most important areas of a rifle in the event I slip again.
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