I wonder how well one of these would work?

_droptine_ · Mar 4, 2004

http://www.berkeley.edu/news/media/releases/2004/03/03_exo.shtml

browtine · Mar 4, 2004

sign me up! Looks like a pack moosie would wear...lol

chinochief · Mar 4, 2004

That's the funniest thing I have seen in a long time! Why not just get in better shape?

kingfish · Mar 4, 2004

I could carry a whole elk out with that!!!!

chinochief · Mar 4, 2004

Just an elk? From the looks of it a guy might be able to pack out a whole buffalo with that contraption!LOL!

oldoregon · Mar 4, 2004

what a worthless hunk of junk.

Later Yall!!!!

Hawkk33 · Mar 4, 2004

I would have to disagree with it being a worthless piece of junk, I think the technology behind it is fascinating and a look into the future of what mankind will be able to do with a little aid from robotics.

If it is marketed to the DOD the makers of that thing are goign to reap huge rewards in the near future. Hopefully they will create a sportsman's version that would allow you to elevate over tall brush and whatnot.

Flatlandr · Mar 4, 2004

so where does fair chase fit into this scenario?

Martin · Mar 4, 2004

Can you imagine what Mr. elk would think as you approaced him in that get up? He'd be thinking...I knew there were aliens out there!

OnTarget · Mar 4, 2004

Looks like the terminator to me

RACKMASTER · Mar 4, 2004

thinking a generater,refer,my expresso machine.

TheKnack · Mar 4, 2004

Looks like another RT guy trying to learn how to walk the easiest way possible. LMAO
Best,
Jerry

polarbear · Mar 4, 2004

It turns you into a transformer! You now can become your own tree stand, wall tent, litter,chute plane, whatever you want.
Eric

graybeard · Mar 5, 2004

Pack goats would be cheaper!!!

bowhunt · Mar 5, 2004

I think it would be even better if he had a pole mounted to his head that protruded forward 20 feet. He could mount a 50 pound weight to it that would act as a counter balance. LOL

NMRaptor · Mar 5, 2004

Wonder if that thing comes in camo.
-Raptor

antlerrick · Mar 5, 2004

Can you imagine trying to get thru the thick brush with that contraption. I'd probably just get one for the better half and let her do the packing????? Yea, Right!!!

nmtaxi · Mar 5, 2004

Imagine the possibilities with this as far as the handicap go. You would think they're only one step away from helping people walk again, or at least people that have injuries that keep them from hiking long distances. My dad can no longer go on the long hikes he used to. If it got him in the field again, I'd be willing to pay any price.

dakotakid · Mar 5, 2004

What you guys are missing here is that the back pack he is wearing is the transportation device for the batteries,hydraulic pump and reservoir. Once you have all that crap stuffed into the backpack you have enough room left over for exactly one peanut butter and jelly sammich!

Mike

browtine · Mar 5, 2004

rofl!

ELKMASTER101 · Mar 6, 2004

If you aren't crippled now,
you will be,
that contraption is an accedent waiting to happen,
catch it in the brush and send you head over hills.
i still think the saddle bags for my pet pig work the best.