Post by: huntandjeep on April 10, 2016, 02:39:16 PM
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Post by: Magnum_Willys on April 10, 2016, 05:40:55 PM
I use a KUIU ultra 3000 as a day pack. If you want smaller the 1800 ultra would be a good choice.:yeah: :yeah: :yeah:
And On sale you can get a 3000 bag for a backup for about $70. For extended trips you can get the beefier icon pro waist belt and straps on sale for $93. As a day pack i like the lighter ultra gear set.
Post by: huntandjeep on April 10, 2016, 06:16:11 PM
I love my Kuiu Icon Pro 1850. Great day pack with load hauling capabilities.I have been looking hard at this pack. Just not sure if I would like a framed pack ? Can you run just the shoulder , waist and bag without the frame ? I just hate buying things without trying them on, ( that's where I'm at with the Badlands 2200 I just bought. Thought I would like it but not really ) plus I'm confused on there options :chuckle:. When Kuiu's site says full kit is that everything frame , shoulder and waist straps and bag ? What's the Susp only option ?
Post by: chester on April 10, 2016, 06:29:11 PM
I used the x2 last hunting season. It was comfortable but I'm thinking of going a different direction this year. It does squeak slightly though from the bag rubbing on the frame. I liked the fact it has a frame to carry more weight than my badlands hybrid I used the year before.
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My pack did the same. I removed the frame and wrapped it with duct tape. Squeak gone
Post by: Magnum_Willys on April 10, 2016, 06:29:46 PM
I love my Kuiu Icon Pro 1850. Great day pack with load hauling capabilities.I have been looking hard at this pack. Just not sure if I would like a framed pack ? Can you run just the shoulder , waist and bag without the frame ? I just hate buying things without trying them on, ( that's where I'm at with the Badlands 2200 I just bought. Thought I would like it but not really ) plus I'm confused on there options :chuckle:. When Kuiu's site says full kit is that everything frame , shoulder and waist straps and bag ? What's the Susp only option ?
The frame is a carbon fiber x-shaped plate that weighs about 11 oz ?
Full kit is carbon fiber "frame", the waist strap and shoulder straps ( suspension), and the bag ( 1850 - 3000- or 6000 ),
For daypack use get the Ultra 3000. The 3000 bag weighs almost nothing more than the 1850 and uses same frame and suspension. For extended camping trips get the Icon Pro suspension with the beefier waist belt and shoulder straps. Works with the ultra frame and bags.
youtube of frame
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTCf0dZXfjI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTCf0dZXfjI)
Post by: JoeE on April 10, 2016, 06:31:21 PM
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Post by: X-Force on April 10, 2016, 08:46:38 PM
Honestly, get yourself an Exo Mountain Gear 3500 and you're set. Compresses down to a lightweight day pack and can handle 100 lbs of meat.
Exo should have a new day pack coming out soon that is just around 2000ci... It should be worth the wait.
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on April 10, 2016, 09:10:37 PM
Post by: Wolfdog2314 on April 10, 2016, 09:20:31 PM
I love my Kuiu Icon Pro 1850. Great day pack with load hauling capabilities.I have been looking hard at this pack. Just not sure if I would like a framed pack ? Can you run just the shoulder , waist and bag without the frame ? I just hate buying things without trying them on, ( that's where I'm at with the Badlands 2200 I just bought. Thought I would like it but not really ) plus I'm confused on there options :chuckle:. When Kuiu's site says full kit is that everything frame , shoulder and waist straps and bag ? What's the Susp only option ?
Yes u can run the pack without the frame. Full kit will come with everything including the bag, frame, and suspension (shoulder straps and belt). If you follow their sizing chart you'll be fine. And their customer service is great if you need to call them. They will help with sizing. I like having the frame. Saves a trip back to to the truck to get your pack frame. Take a quarter out with ya!
http://www.kuiu.com/hunting-backpacks-packs/icon-pro-1850/62006.html?dwvar_62006_color=ViasCamo&cgid=pack-system
Post by: huntandjeep on April 11, 2016, 08:03:34 AM
Were you elk shed hunting or deer? I like a day pack for size and when deer shedding it works good. But a decent load of elk bone can add up quick. Add some miles or elevation and you may be wishing for more suspension. Just a thought. One of the features i did like about my 2200 when i had it was access to the main compartment without having unload and reload antlers. Of the packs you mentioned the eberle would be my choice for a "do all".Combo deer / elk sheds hunting. It was just the overall size of the pack with the wings and what not. Maybe I will have to give it another try before I give up on the 2200
Post by: huntandjeep on April 11, 2016, 06:56:46 PM
Post by: Wolfdog2314 on April 11, 2016, 07:10:06 PM
Looking more at the Kuiu packs . What's the difference between the Icon Pro and the Ultra ? Are the bags just one big bag or is the smaller pockets/ pouches to keep gear separated ?
If you watch the YouTube videos on the packs there a few that will show all the ins and outs of the packs. My icon pro 1850 has plenty of pockets. The biggest is the horseshoe zip to allow full access of anything in the pack at the bottom. I really like it.
The icon pro is basically the bells and whistles package, as far as I understand it. Just some more extras. U won't regret getting one!
Post by: Magnum_Willys on April 11, 2016, 07:46:25 PM
Looking more at the Kuiu packs . What's the difference between the Icon Pro and the Ultra ? Are the bags just one big bag or is the smaller pockets/ pouches to keep gear separated ?The icon pro has more padding on the waist belt and the shoulder straps. You can buy these separate for the ultra. It also has more compartments in the bags.
For day ise only go ultra. For extended go icon suspension and ultra bags
Post by: huntandjeep on April 11, 2016, 08:25:56 PM
After I posted I found a couple vids that showed all the pockets. Thanks.Looking more at the Kuiu packs . What's the difference between the Icon Pro and the Ultra ? Are the bags just one big bag or is the smaller pockets/ pouches to keep gear separated ?
If you watch the YouTube videos on the packs there a few that will show all the ins and outs of the packs. My icon pro 1850 has plenty of pockets. The biggest is the horseshoe zip to allow full access of anything in the pack at the bottom. I really like it.
The icon pro is basically the bells and whistles package, as far as I understand it. Just some more extras. U won't regret getting one!
Post by: huntandjeep on April 12, 2016, 05:23:42 PM
When you say day use " go ultra" and for extended " icon suspension and ultra bags" ? Care to elaborate? In my mind your saying" buy both the Icon pro and an Ultra " :chuckle:Looking more at the Kuiu packs . What's the difference between the Icon Pro and the Ultra ? Are the bags just one big bag or is the smaller pockets/ pouches to keep gear separated ?The icon pro has more padding on the waist belt and the shoulder straps. You can buy these separate for the ultra. It also has more compartments in the bags.
For day ise only go ultra. For extended go icon suspension and ultra bags
Post by: kentrek on April 12, 2016, 05:31:40 PM
Day trip hunts or hikes the ultra suspension works great
Backpack hunts the pro suspension would begin to win over
For 100 bucks you get to have both
Post by: Magnum_Willys on April 12, 2016, 05:59:19 PM
For majority of the time the extra padding isn't necessary
Day trip hunts or hikes the ultra suspension works great
Backpack hunts the pro suspension would begin to win over
For 100 bucks you get to have both
:yeah:
Just depends majority of your use.
Post by: huntandjeep on April 12, 2016, 06:49:04 PM
For majority of the time the extra padding isn't necessarySo buy the Ultra 1800 and buy the pro suspension separate ?
Day trip hunts or hikes the ultra suspension works great
Backpack hunts the pro suspension would begin to win over
For 100 bucks you get to have both
Post by: Magnum_Willys on April 12, 2016, 07:50:20 PM
Post by: kentrek on April 12, 2016, 08:10:20 PM
For majority of the time the extra padding isn't necessarySo buy the Ultra 1800 and buy the pro suspension separate ?
Day trip hunts or hikes the ultra suspension works great
Backpack hunts the pro suspension would begin to win over
For 100 bucks you get to have both
That's what I'm going to do, I'm selling my current ultra 1800 to my girlfriend then buying a new ultra 1800 and pro suspension...anytime I need more space I swap to a 60 liter dry bag