Post by: jackelope on April 06, 2014, 08:31:03 AM
https://outdoorsmans.com/outdoorsmans-optics-hunter-pack-system/
Post by: 7mag. on April 06, 2014, 09:30:54 AM
Post by: NWWA Hunter on April 06, 2014, 09:41:08 AM
Post by: SilkOnTheDrySide on April 06, 2014, 12:28:26 PM
A friend of mine who is a guide swears by them. He's tried them all and believes that they are the best.
I generally don't make such blanket statements, but I don't even think I'd put that pack in the top 10. Your friend most likely has not "tried them all" if he claims this pack is the best. I'm not trying to be a snob, but there are a whole host of top tiered packs that would work better in that price range.
I'd hazard to say just based on looks the EXO would trump that pack easily.
Post by: jackelope on April 06, 2014, 12:40:46 PM
I'm not arguing...just wondering. I'm probably going to buy an Ultra($399) but I'm still shopping.
The exo is at the top of my list too but it'll be another $100 above the Ultra. I'm not interested in the 3500" bag.
Post by: aorams on April 06, 2014, 12:47:47 PM
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Post by: NWWA Hunter on April 06, 2014, 01:00:27 PM
A friend of mine who is a guide swears by them. He's tried them all and believes that they are the best.
I generally don't make such blanket statements, but I don't even think I'd put that pack in the top 10. Your friend most likely has not "tried them all" if he claims this pack is the best. I'm not trying to be a snob, but there are a whole host of top tiered packs that would work better in that price range.
I'd hazard to say just based on looks the EXO would trump that pack easily.
That's just his preference. I've never tried one so I don't know. He just raved about how much he loved it and wouldn't use any other pack based on his experiences. Trying to share what I've been told.
Post by: jackelope on April 06, 2014, 01:12:07 PM
Post by: SilkOnTheDrySide on April 06, 2014, 01:14:03 PM
What packs in that price range would be better? The optics pack is $399.
I'm not arguing...just wondering. I'm probably going to buy an Ultra($399) but I'm still shopping.f
The exo is at the top of my list too but it'll be another $100 above the Ultra. I'm not interested in the 3500" bag.
With just going on apparent functionality I'd take a hard look at the KUIU Ultra. I just can't fathom spending that kind of money on a pack with no load lifters as 7mag said. If you're looking for a pack with more then 3500 CUi then I can make an assumption you want it for packing in a camp to a remote location.
On a side note...Exo is making a 5500 this year as well. There website says July 15th availability. There seems to have been a push to fill the functional pack in the mid tier price range from the general public and there's lots of good companies developing products.
To clarify my statement, I'm not saying these packs are bad, I've never used one. But it looks just like an Eberlestock, Oregon Packworks, Badlands, etc. Functional packs with no load lifting capabilities.
I just don't understand why these companies don't give there packs that capability.
Post by: jackelope on April 06, 2014, 01:34:35 PM
Thanks for all the input.
Post by: northwesthunter84 on April 06, 2014, 01:44:12 PM
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Post by: couesbitten on April 08, 2014, 06:25:06 AM
you will get a review from someone that uses one more than anyone on this site i'm willing to bet.
yea and they are a sponsor on their magazines
So Nate uses one more than anyone on this site, and since they are a sponsor of his magazine, you'll get a straight, unbiased opinion on the quality and performance.
Sounds legit.
Post by: fillthefreezer on April 08, 2014, 07:43:54 AM
you mean i shouldnt ask cam hames if he likes under armor?you will get a review from someone that uses one more than anyone on this site i'm willing to bet.yea and they are a sponsor on their magazines
So Nate uses one more than anyone on this site, and since they are a sponsor of his magazine, you'll get a straight, unbiased opinion on the quality and performance.
Sounds legit.
Post by: jackelope on April 08, 2014, 08:35:02 AM
you mean i shouldnt ask cam hames if he likes under armor?you will get a review from someone that uses one more than anyone on this site i'm willing to bet.yea and they are a sponsor on their magazines
So Nate uses one more than anyone on this site, and since they are a sponsor of his magazine, you'll get a straight, unbiased opinion on the quality and performance.
Sounds legit.
There's perfect examples of that scenario with all the gear we use. Optics, clothing, packs, whatever. You can see the loyalty shift all the time....especially with a lot of the "pro staffer" crowd. 99% of the time it all comes down to who's getting what for free or at a deep discount.
Post by: SilkOnTheDrySide on April 08, 2014, 09:14:33 AM
you mean i shouldnt ask cam hames if he likes under armor?you will get a review from someone that uses one more than anyone on this site i'm willing to bet.yea and they are a sponsor on their magazines
So Nate uses one more than anyone on this site, and since they are a sponsor of his magazine, you'll get a straight, unbiased opinion on the quality and performance.
Sounds legit.
There's perfect examples of that scenario with all the gear we use. Optics, clothing, packs, whatever. You can see the loyalty shift all the time....especially with a lot of the "pro staffer" crowd. 99% of the time it all comes down to who's getting what for free or at a deep discount.
Those magazines have cool stories, pictures, and tips, but I've seem some reviews and comparisons that straight made me laugh at the absurdity.
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Post by: 7mag. on April 08, 2014, 09:27:22 AM
you mean i shouldnt ask cam hames if he likes under armor?you will get a review from someone that uses one more than anyone on this site i'm willing to bet.yea and they are a sponsor on their magazines
So Nate uses one more than anyone on this site, and since they are a sponsor of his magazine, you'll get a straight, unbiased opinion on the quality and performance.
Sounds legit.
There's perfect examples of that scenario with all the gear we use. Optics, clothing, packs, whatever. You can see the loyalty shift all the time....especially with a lot of the "pro staffer" crowd. 99% of the time it all comes down to who's getting what for free or at a deep discount.
Those magazines have cool stories, pictures, and tips, but I've seem some reviews and comparisons that straight made me laugh at the absurdity.
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Magazine's and tv shows are mouth pieces for paying sponsors. I would never take advice from either about gear. I have yet to see a hunting celebrity that wasn't pimping some product.
Post by: couesbitten on April 08, 2014, 08:36:14 PM