Daypack help?

[jaybob]

I'm looking for a new daypack. Needs to be just big enough to fit a spotting scope, tripod and a handful of misc. items. I'm currently using a Bianchi and it's just not very comfortable. I like Badlands packs, but the Superday doesn't seem to have a good spotting scope/tripod carrying system (essential)and the 2200 is way to bulky and heavy. Any suggestions?

 

[huntsonora]

Eberlestock pack for sure, I ordered one last month and it has been one of the best investments of hunting equipment I have ever made. There is a MM member here that reps for them, PM me and I'll get you in touch with him. The pack expands so you have one pack to fit all your needs. I am extremely impressed.

Drum

 

[BUCKSPY]

If I was going to go out and buy one today, it would be the same one that Drum recommended. Eberlestock. I checked it out at Sportsmens Warehouse the other day and thought it was the most well constructed and thought out out pack on the market. The suspension system is absolutely first rate. I carry ALOT of stuff with me(spotter, tripod, video camera, 35mm camera, lots of layers for late season hunting. This pack is the one for hard core extreme hunters who hunt from dawn until after dark, and need the room to carry the neccesities to get them through the day. The meat carry compartment is pure genius.

The only complaint I had was the camo pattern. Too much black.

 

[elkhuntr]

Wolf Packs.Lifetime Warranty and they accommodate a Spotting scope and tripod well.
Elkhuntr

 

[TFinalshot]

Eberlestock is the best hands-down, nothing can touch it! If you're interested in just a day pack, Eberlestock builds a day pack that has the same features as the "just-one" but does not expand. Check-out, www.Eberlestock.com and look at the pictures of guys packing real critters with the Just-one! It's proof.

I use the Just-one and have hauled meat, camp, and use it as a day-pack and it's the best. I won't go to the field without it; it's become the center of my hunting equipment. The pack is so versatile and easy to use you will wonder how you ever got buy without one. Either pack will hold your gun, tripod and spotting scope plus your food, emergency gear and extra layers and the best part is it will haul it all and will not break. I trust mine and would not take another pack to high-country or into the deeps of the mountains. The Just-one can also be used as a camera case - yes, it's true, if you are a serious photographer, like I am, you don't need two packs. Just convert the Just-one to haul photography equipment!

Check it out and www.eberlestock.com

You can't go wrong and wont need to buy another pack next year, or the year after, or the year after, or the year after. .

Send me a personal mail if you're interested and I can help you get hooked-up with a pack. You can purchase the Just-One from cabelas if you like or contact Glen and buy the daypack directly from the man who designed this marvel of hunting technology.

Finalshot

 

[Lowlandmulies]

LAST EDITED ON Nov-28-04 AT 11:08PM (MST)[p]These guys know what they are talking about.(huntsonora, buckspy & finalshot)

These packs are awesome. I own 4 of the just one packs. I bought one for all my camera guys. they hold your tripod and spotting scope in totally inclosed side pockets leaving the inside compartment for a video camera, meat, or misc. items. the part that i enjoy is the internal frame in which you can customize to your own body shape.
Their are 9 different compartments on the pack not including were you would put your gun.

Adjusting the frame lets you mold the pack to your body. This keeps the pack from moving around on your back. With a heavy pack this is a must, but with a light pack you won't even know it's there.

I have two friends that owned the bad lands packs and after this hunting season and seeing what the just one pack could do they sold them and bought the just one.

I also own the smaller day pack by eberlestock. It's an awesome pack also. However, It doesn't have an internal frame and it does not expand to hold all the extra gear. But for what you are looking for, maybe this would work for you.

Good Luck!

Steve

 

[nbjbhunterman]

You need to get a hold of wolfpack systems. I think they have a website. There packs have worked great for me.



NBJB

 

[918_mike]

Another vote for wolfpack. Very good quality with an outstanding warranty.

 

[Hornseeker]

Good to hear the Eberlypack reports. I've been looking at them for several months now at Sportsmans Warehouse. Good looking. I like the rifle sleeve for when you are packing and not hunting.

I have the Badlands 2800 and love it alot, its the older style though. It is a little loud when it gets cold out, fabric gets stiff.

One pack I really like is the Bison Packs. I think you can see them at Bisonpack.com or something like that. Their wool ones will always be quiet.

Good Luck, let us know which one you go with.

Hey Eberle guys, will that pack carry a HEAVY LOAD very well?? My Badlands frame will handle as much as you can carry and I like that.

 

[bigbull1]

Hornseeker-

I sent my Eberlestock Just One backpack last month with my brother-in-law for his elk hunt in eastern Nevada. The outfitter soon borrowed it on a daily basis indicating it was better than anything he had seen or used. Here is a picture of the outfitter, Thomas Brunson of Timberline Outfitters, packing out the first trip with 140lbs of a 366B&C rack, cape, meat, and gear. Not bad for a daypack! The outfitter ended up receiving the pack as part of his tip as he didn't want to let go of it.

My new pack is currently on loan for a Nevada desert bighorn hunt, which is being filmed by Jim Billingsley @Jim Dandy Productions. Will post his remarks and photos upon receipt.

Everybody who sees this pack, uses this pack, buys one. You can contact Thomas Brunson @ www.huntguide.com/timberline.htm and Jim Billingsley at [email protected] or visit the Northern Nevada Outdoors Magazine (which Jim helps the students of Lowry High School publish) at www.humboldt.k12.nv.us/nno., for their opinions.

Glen at www.eberlestock.com has a new 3 Liter Hydration Bladder in by Source which is designed to fit into the Just One and Gun Slinger Backpacks. The standard special options include an antibacterial system for fresh drinks, dual fill options and a dirtshield for the drink valve. Glen only sells the best products which meets his "High Performance Gear" stamp of approval.

Check out the below picture of Larry's bull rack and the pack;

:http://photobucket.com/practice.php?id=44bgz

 

[ridgerunner]

For years I had a Crooked Horn pack but didn't like how it carried the weight, too low for my liking although the pack held up very well and was well designed. I purchased an Eberlestock as a replacement and all I can say is WOW! It is an awesome pack. Hands down the best pack I've seen on the market.

 

[Lowlandmulies]

I talked with Glen today and he says his sales have really picking up. Thanks to all the guys that are on the web supporting him! He wanted to tell everybody thanks for their support, he really appreciates it. He also said something about his stock getting a little low. So I would give him a call soon to make sure you can get one. Oh yeah, he is happy to here that a few experts, in the field, have pick his packs over the rest!

Heavy packs are not a problem with this pack. My pack weights anywhere from 40 to 50 pounds on any given day. This pack (just-one) makes 50 pounds fill like 30 in my old pack. the pack fits perfect to the shape of your body, distributing the weight evenly across your back, shoulders and hips.

Good luck!

Steve

 

[COGriz]

Certainly can't go wrong w/ a Kifaru pack!

http://www.kifaru.net/BACKPAKS.HTM

[Tell Patrick I sent you... he might give me a bigger discount the next time a bear eats my Kifaru tipi! ]


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