Kuiu Test

[coachcw]

Is this enough proof ?  Lol

[JBar]

FishEKat- PM Highside74 he has what you're looking for for sale and is in the Puyallup area.

[HighCountryHunter88]

i have ZERO  experience with the icon but i do know someone who broke the top of one of the stays on a backcountry elk trip

Any idea what the circumstances were when it broke?

i cant remember how it happened i would assume pulling down on the straps?

[highside74]

Fwd:Kuiu stuff all verde 6000 ultra pack, 1850 ultra pack, binoharness, bow holder, hydration bag holder & hip belt pockets with two hip belts one brand new for $400. Used for 2 weeks. Know anyone  who would be interested?

 friend of a friend has this for sale in Nevada. Wouldn't be much to ship.

[7mag.]

Is this enough proof ?  Lol

Very nice ram. What are you attempting to prove?

[rosscrazyelk]

I am back and forth between the Kuiu Icon Pro and the Stone Glacier Sky series. 

These are my top two pics and will be purchasing in the next 90 days or so.

I love skyy pack Neil.. we could meet at Staceys one day and you could check it out if you have not seen one.

[coachcw]

Is this enough proof ?  Lol

Very nice ram. What are you attempting to prove?

full pack off sheep in the icon 7200 carbon fiber frame held up just fine 120-3o lbs . the thing I really like is the ability to put meat in the pack or between the pack and your body . the only draw back for me is the size of the 7200 bag as a day pack . I just bungee the top down and keep it tight a 3000 bag would be nice (on my list ) 

[whacker1]

I am back and forth between the Kuiu Icon Pro and the Stone Glacier Sky series. 

These are my top two pics and will be purchasing in the next 90 days or so.

I love skyy pack Neil.. we could meet at Staceys one day and you could check it out if you have not seen one.

stuck between the 5100 and their new 6200 archery series.  thoughts?

[MtnMuley]

Can't believe nobody has mentioned the Kifaru yet in this thread. Still the "best" pack out there in my and many others opinion.

[jackelope]

Can't believe nobody has mentioned the Kifaru yet in this thread. Still the "best" pack out there in my and many others opinion.

I thought we were talking about $400 packs.

[MtnMuley]

I've picked up 2 used ones over the years for under $400. Half the price I paid for my original all set up, and preformed just as well.

[FishEKat]

I've looked at other brands but for some reason, the Kuiu got my interest based on price, weight, features, etc. but it's a step up for me since I've never had a $400+ pack. I appreciate the input. But it's difficult to fork over that amount without trying it on to see how it fits.

[MtnMuley]

Trying on a pack is one thing. Loading it up and still saying it is comfortable is another.  I suggest if you try on a pack, you load it up if possible and walk around for a bit. 

[zwickeyman]

Order a pack from KUIU, get 60# in it and take a short hike. You will know pretty quick if it will work for you. If it doesn't, send it back, you'll only be out return shipping. I have tried every ICON and the ULTRA and have returned every one with no questions asked. They are well laid out, extremely well built and KUIU stands by their gear. None have worked for me, as soon as I get over 50# in them they wont stay on my hips but everyone's body is different and there are a lot of folks who love them. Good luck which ever way you go

[DIYARCHERYJUNKIE]

Is this enough proof ?  Lol

Very nice ram. What are you attempting to prove?

full pack off sheep in the icon 7200 carbon fiber frame held up just fine 120-3o lbs . the thing I really like is the ability to put meat in the pack or between the pack and your body . the only draw back for me is the size of the 7200 bag as a day pack . I just bungee the top down and keep it tight a 3000 bag would be nice (on my list ) 

I'm thinkin the extra space is worth carrying the 7200 as a day hike pack.  70-100 lbs + my gear is all I can carry safely.  But then again I can do multi day high country w it too.  My last pack was 120 and has lasted till last year.  I think six years of hunting hard.  So I would have high expectations for 450.  think I'll take your Rams word for it.