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Big Game Hunting => Bow Hunting => Topic started by: 2MANY on July 17, 2013, 09:19:48 PM

Title: Best day pack that will carry a bow.
Post by: 2MANY on July 17, 2013, 09:19:48 PM: I want to be hands free hiking.
What is the best day pack that you can strap a bow to?
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Post by: jackelope on July 17, 2013, 09:23:34 PM: I like the Eberlestock x2 with the bow bucket added.
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Post by: brianb231 on July 17, 2013, 09:40:35 PM: tenzing 2220
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Post by: 724wd on July 17, 2013, 09:55:58 PM: not very big, but i've got a badlands ultraday. carries what i need, and i strap my bow with the factory straps
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Post by: Morrison4375 on July 18, 2013, 07:39:56 AM: Hornhunter Full Curl Or Mainbeam XL
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Post by: jackelope on July 18, 2013, 09:16:33 AM: Best thing to do is go somewhere like Cabela's or Sportsman's with a couple packs in mind and try them on to see what fits best and what you're most comfortable with.
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Post by: pianoman9701 on July 30, 2013, 07:21:28 AM: I like my Badlands 2200 for strapping on my bow.
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Post by: turkeyfeather on July 30, 2013, 07:28:54 AM: Badlands Superday
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Post by: wonder on July 30, 2013, 11:37:56 AM: Badlands 2800 works for me
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Post by: vandeman17 on July 30, 2013, 11:39:36 AM: Quote from: jackelope on July 17, 2013, 09:23:34 PM
I like the Eberlestock x2 with the bow bucket added.

Just picked up one of these. They are nice
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Post by: NRA4LIFE on July 30, 2013, 11:51:10 AM: I use my Badlands 2800 as a day pack all the time now. Easily handles a bow or rifle.
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Post by: Cascade on July 30, 2013, 11:54:52 AM: Quote from: NRA4LIFE on July 30, 2013, 11:51:10 AM
I use my Badlands 2800 as a day pack all the time now. Easily handles a bow or rifle.

Me too.
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Post by: X-Force on July 30, 2013, 12:16:46 PM: Mystery Ranch Saddle Peak or Fuze. They are American made and in the same price range. :tup:
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Post by: scottcrb on July 30, 2013, 12:48:58 PM: Nimrod pinnacle pack with bow attachment. Cand add and subtract parts to fit what u want. Local and American made.
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Post by: coachcw on July 30, 2013, 12:59:15 PM: my Sitka has worked well and held up so far and i'm really hard on chit
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Post by: CoryTDF on July 30, 2013, 01:18:48 PM: I have the Badlands 2200, Superday, and the Eblerstock Tailhook. To be honest I never use my tailhook to carry my bow. It's the older model though and the new one looks pretty cool.
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Post by: Cascade_fisher on July 31, 2013, 09:44:58 PM: Quote from: Cascade on July 30, 2013, 11:54:52 AM
Quote from: NRA4LIFE on July 30, 2013, 11:51:10 AM
I use my Badlands 2800 as a day pack all the time now. Easily handles a bow or rifle.

Me too.

One more for the BL 2800.
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Post by: RadSav on August 02, 2013, 12:02:05 AM: I'm a big fan of Eberlestock packs and I have tried real hard to like the buttbucket. But I just have never liked it and can not seem to figure a way to like it any better.

My favorite small pack with bow carrier is Blacks Creek Western pack. Though I do not think she makes them anymore. Perhaps someone who knows more about the Tensing products can say if Jay took that nice bow carrier feature with him.
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Post by: Smossy on August 02, 2013, 12:08:55 AM: Quote from: RadSav on August 02, 2013, 12:02:05 AM
I'm a big fan of Eberlestock packs and I have tried real hard to like the buttbucket. But I just have never liked it and can not seem to figure a way to like it any better.

My favorite small pack with bow carrier is Blacks Creek Western pack. Though I do not think she makes them anymore. Perhaps someone who knows more about the Tensing products can say if Jay took that nice bow carrier feature with him.
Its funny, your one of the few people who can post about a certain piece of gear and I ALWAYS find myself looking it up :chuckle: Looks like camofire had that black creek western pack for 68$ awhile ago.
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Post by: Mudman on August 02, 2013, 09:44:13 AM: Badlands here! :tup:
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Post by: Paxer on August 02, 2013, 10:21:56 AM: Eberlestock M5 pack , also comes with scabbard, and 2 hydration pockets ;) I love mine
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Post by: Broken Arrow on August 02, 2013, 01:23:37 PM: Bad lands 2800 for me
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Post by: dreamingbig on August 05, 2013, 09:23:01 PM: Kifaru dt3 with grab it.
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Post by: Sliverslinger on August 05, 2013, 09:48:45 PM: Quote from: vandeman17 on July 30, 2013, 11:39:36 AM
Quote from: jackelope on July 17, 2013, 09:23:34 PM
I like the Eberlestock x2 with the bow bucket added.

Just picked up one of these. They are nice

Hands down best bet IMO
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Post by: Dr. Death on August 12, 2013, 12:36:24 PM: Did lots of research this year on new packs and got a X2, added the Bow Bucket and its been working better than expected...very easy to use and bow stays right there.
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Post by: DOUBLELUNG on August 12, 2013, 02:57:54 PM: Quote from: pianoman9701 on July 30, 2013, 07:21:28 AM
I like my Badlands 2200 for strapping on my bow.
Me too. Though I will add, when it is below 25 degrees, it gets a bit noisy for stalking.
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Post by: pianoman9701 on August 12, 2013, 02:59:52 PM: When it gets below 25 degrees, I'm goose hunting. :tup:
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Post by: Smossy on August 12, 2013, 03:07:34 PM: That Eberlestock M5 pack has a good built in frame right?
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Post by: dreamingbig on August 14, 2013, 05:31:27 AM: I like the Eberlestock x2 but would also consider the new Kuiu Icon 1800.
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Post by: bknilvr00 on August 14, 2013, 05:57:28 AM: I bought the cabelas brand scout pack earlier this year. After my badlands pack suffered dual shoulder strap failure while on a hike I needed a new one. I got it on sale and I'm rather happy with it. It was kind of tricky figuring out how to strap the bow in it, but once you figure it out its a breeze.

Sent from my space modulator.
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Post by: klikboom on August 14, 2013, 06:11:26 AM: I Picked up one of the Granite Gear Nimbus Core packs, open center section carrys rifle or bow while I bike. Cool pack, also the granite gear belts use molle webbing so you can attach the Kifaru gun bearer, which i believe also can pocket the end of a bow. Price is right for a great pack, $210 at BC with unlimited return policy or i got mine off ebay for $125 (new).

http://www.backcountry.com/granite-gear-nimbus-core-backpack-3800cu-in?CMP_SKU=GRG0091&MER=0406&sid=GRG0091-BURBRI-SHO&CMP_ID=PLA_GOc001&mv_pc=r101&mr:trackingCode=0DB08C09-907C-E011-AFE3-0019B9C043EB&mr:referralID=NA&mr:adType=pla&mr:ad=32930645145&mr:keyword=&mr:match=&mr:filter=55454413905&origin=pla&gclid=CKa6nMiA_bgCFQ9eQgodeVkAAA (http://www.backcountry.com/granite-gear-nimbus-core-backpack-3800cu-in?CMP_SKU=GRG0091&MER=0406&sid=GRG0091-BURBRI-SHO&CMP_ID=PLA_GOc001&mv_pc=r101&mr:trackingCode=0DB08C09-907C-E011-AFE3-0019B9C043EB&mr:referralID=NA&mr:adType=pla&mr:ad=32930645145&mr:keyword=&mr:match=&mr:filter=55454413905&origin=pla&gclid=CKa6nMiA_bgCFQ9eQgodeVkAAA)
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Post by: MR5x5 on August 14, 2013, 08:35:04 AM: Any pack and a couple Bungee cords will do the job.
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Post by: lostbackpacker on August 14, 2013, 08:51:02 AM: the eberlstock X2 has been one of my favorite packs.
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Post by: VanElk on August 16, 2013, 11:44:27 AM: Alps Outdoorz Pursuit has been a winner for me. They just revised this model with the Falcon that has a dual aluminum stay that is more stable. For the money their hard to beat and you can buy 2 of them to 1 Badlands or Eberlstock.
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Post by: D-Rock425 on August 16, 2013, 01:34:55 PM: I have a black creeks all American that I like so far first year I've used it.
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Post by: highside74 on August 18, 2013, 07:56:27 PM: The x2 is awesome unless your tall or have a long torsoe. I'm 6'4" and I'm bumbed that it wouldn't fit right. Under $200 less than 5lbs rated at 2300ci now and can carry an elk quarter. What else could you ask for?
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Post by: coachcw on August 18, 2013, 08:06:08 PM: I like my stika
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Post by: Tbob on March 06, 2014, 10:32:08 PM: I use the badlands super day. Works great! Also really like the built in pistol holster in the hip belt! Best idea ever!!
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Post by: demontang on March 07, 2014, 08:15:45 AM: Im using a superday and love it. If I get to test the new easton backs ill let you know how they do.
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Post by: arrowflinger on March 07, 2014, 08:44:24 AM: Quote from: brianb231 on July 17, 2013, 09:40:35 PM
tenzing 2220

:yeah:
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Post by: Broken Arrow on March 07, 2014, 08:50:53 AM: Here is second thumbs up on the Alps packs. I'm a badlands 2800 guy, however I bought one of these for just a day pack as it converts from a fanny pack and love it.

http://www.alpsoutdoorz.com/outdoorz/products/packs/pathfinder#.Uxn3_vldUlQ (http://www.alpsoutdoorz.com/outdoorz/products/packs/pathfinder#.Uxn3_vldUlQ)
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Post by: jrebel on March 07, 2014, 08:51:47 AM: Hands down the eberlestock. Either the slingblade pack or the K5. I now own both and love them both. The original slingblade is worth its weight in gold if you can find one. The new one is a little heavy and clunky but still very functional. :twocents:
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Post by: buglebrush on March 07, 2014, 09:25:31 AM: Love my Badlands 2200. I picked it up for 160.00 on Camofire. If you have a short torso it could be a problem though. If you want to spend twice that amount try a mystery ranch crew cab. It just wasn't in my budget :)
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Post by: KFhunter on March 07, 2014, 09:32:22 AM: I use the eberlestock X1A1

no special bow bucket to add on, built right into the pack

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.eberlestock.com%2FSite%2520Additions%2FProduct%2520Page%2520New%2FX1A1%2FPost%2FHoveralt3.jpg&hash=f47a8c035e818a46aa324dca22f4e462ea132c6b)

I've been using it predator hunting, I put a rifle in the built in scabbard and hop on my snowmobile and ride miles in 3-4 foot of untracked snow cutting tracks.
works awesome on the snowmobile that way. I haven't carried the bow much in it but I know it fits well in there and doesn't wiggle around testing it.

I got a jack in the box, and CS24B foxpro stuffed in it right now - still plenty of room for lunch and winter survival stuff too :tup:
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Post by: The scout on March 07, 2014, 10:18:06 AM: I use a nimrod, but am liking the looks of the eberlestock more and more
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Post by: xXLojackXx on March 07, 2014, 07:00:24 PM: Mystery ranch NICE 6500 for me. I can fit my whole bow inside of it :chuckle: but seriously though, awesome pack.
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Post by: WAcoueshunter on March 07, 2014, 07:16:01 PM: Almost any pack will carry a bow just fine. I wouldn't buy one with a special bow compartment - just more weight that I won't want when I'm rifle hunting. Bows are easy to attach to the back, just need a couple straps. Rifles are more difficult. I posted this one earlier today in a different thread, but it applies here too!
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Post by: sakoshooter on March 07, 2014, 07:38:00 PM: Black's Creek Alaskan but they stoppped making it.
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Post by: Rider on March 07, 2014, 08:12:27 PM: I've had a tough time finding bow friendly packs locally. I needed one that was motorcycle friendly as well.

Ended up with this one: http://www.gameplangear.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=10&idcategory=11 (http://www.gameplangear.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=10&idcategory=11)
It does pretty well on the bike. There are a few things that could be better like the cam covers. Plenty of room and pockets.

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gameplangear.com%2Fproductcart%2Fpc%2Fcatalog%2FBowBatXLFront_LG.jpg&hash=2e31059a68073f4539dfc13d4c8138c4454b79ab)
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Post by: northwesthunter84 on March 07, 2014, 08:34:26 PM: +1 to KFhunter, I really liked having my X1A1 for a day pack this year. It had more than enough room and the quickdraw hookup was nice to have. Plus I can easily carry a front shoulder and meat bag out on the first trip. Plus the built in rifle scabbard works really well for a spotting scope or tripod.
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Post by: Eli346 on March 07, 2014, 09:05:08 PM: Badlands Superday for bow or rifle.
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Post by: Rider on March 08, 2014, 09:51:28 PM: I previously posted about the bow sling pack I have been using. It does work great for the purpose it was purchased for - riding on my motorcycle with the bow.

Today I ran across Nimrod packs. Really like this pack system. Ended up getting a Pinnacle pack and a few accessories. Bow rides nice a secure. Lots of space. Very flexible system. Comfy. And..... made locally in the Western Washington. It probably will not replace the sling for riding on the motorcycle though.

http://www.nimrodpacks.com/n125.html (http://www.nimrodpacks.com/n125.html)
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Post by: Rock7 on March 29, 2014, 07:10:39 PM: Blacks Creek Canadian. It has almost 4k cubic inches, a detachable smaller pack and rifle/bow harness. It also comes with a rain fly attached. The pockets on the inside are awesome and you can organize your smaller gear. The pack also has 3 cinch straps on each side so when not loaded you can cinch it down pretty small. I huge plus to this pack is that it has a meat shelf/compartment. I personally packed 2x caribou quarters in this pack on my last 40 mile hunt in AK and it did the job great.