My Cabela's "Whitetail Day Hunting Pack" is on its very last legs. I've tried replacing it with a fanny pack, but wasn't happy,(even had to put the Cabela's pack back into service for another year) so I'm looking to find a new day pack and am discovering there are lots of options out there. Did a search here on the forum but didn't find anything with real recent info, so I'm wondering if some of you would chime in with your day pack preferences and why you feel that way.
My use for a day pack is for food, water, and extra clothing. Don't have a hip belt on my Cabela's pack, but am thinking it might not be a bad idea to have one.
Your thoughts???
Thanks.
I'm a big fan of the Bad Land packs . They are great qaulity and won't brake your bank. I understand your concerns with a fanny pack but check out their super fanny pack lots of room and tie downs for coat ect.
x2 for Badlands packs. Tried a lot of packs and couldn't find quite the right one. Settled on Badlands daypack and haven't looked back.
I have a camel back mule that i love
May want to check out the alps OutdoorZ Pathfinder if you are looking for something versatile
I have used cabelas elite scout pack for the last three years. It is a little big for whitetail and it collects a lot of things as the season wears on. By the end of the year it is usually around 25 lbs with all of my extra's.
Badlands.......they have been good for me.
I started using a canvas pack made in Maine. I've tried many packs over the past few years and I finally found this one that does everything I want, is comfortable and a great price to boot.
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Input is appreciated! Thanks.
PM's sent with specific questions for two of you.
Any other suggestions?
I have been on the super cheap side, medium ALICE pack with no frame... And for shorter laps, I have my old butt pack linked to an old 2qt canteen strap. The latter is more of a possibles bag than anything else.
This coming year will likely take me to the opposit end of the spectrum, I have been looking at the full spectrum of Mystery Ranch stuff, from their assault pack to their full multi day packs.
I have a badlands Diablo pack that has been an absolute life saver. Im not sure if most consider it a "day pack" but its my go too for day hunts due to the amount of water I need to pack in to hunt goats in the mountains here. Packing 6 liters of water through steep terrain plus a saw, food and extra knife etc, the breathable frame is awesome when marching up a mountain in 80+ degree heat. And its comfy. I use an over the shoulder quiver with no problem as well. I don't want to seem like a sales rep. But this pack really changed my ability to access different and difficult terrain.
I really like my Eberlestock Sawed Off. I like the layout. It's a simple and wildly tough pack. Plenty of room without a lot of needless frills or extras.
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Great ideas, guys. Thanks.
Packs are a personal taste. I have tried many and find myself coming back to Sitka's day packs. Simple. Comfortable. Quiet.
Being a lite as possible traveler/Hunter I second the butt pack. I "borrowed" one in Nam from some Army types. It was more than enough for a day or two. So when I needed a small pack agian I bought a new surplus one. I added straps for a rain jacket. I like the fact it has a rubber interior so nothing gets wet even n downpours.
I have a Badlands Superday pack.
I really like the pack and the quality but in all honesty wish I would have purchased a pack without all of the extra storage compartments made into the waist belt.
I'm sure most other folks really like the idea but in retrospect wish I had purchased a simpler pack with a simpler padded waist belt.
Rancho Safari6.5 back pack,12yrs old still in excellent shape.very roomy,comfortable,all fleece and the quiver is detachitable
Got a pic of your Cabelas pack that you have been using? I have a cabelas whitetail pack (think that is the model) that I don't use. Maybe you would be interested in replacing yours with another like it if they are the same
QuoteOriginally posted by Scott Barr:
Packs are a personal taste.
Very true!
I utilize several different packs for hunting depending on type of hunt and duration, which I will break down.
For half day hunts, scouting, etc. in known areas where I need essentials, 2 bottles water, snacks, strap on extra clothes, etc.
Red Rocks Rover sling pack, 450", 11"x8"x5", great when carrying muzzleloader or bow. OR Badlands Nano fanny pack, 650", 2 bottle holders, waist belt pouches, very comfortable.
For full day hunts or colder weather and more gear. Cabelas Scout Elite pack 1800", waist belt, expandable area, water blatter holder etc.
My Colorado elk hunting pack is a Badlands 2800 pack. This pack will carry 3 days of gear and food and also carry out a load of meat or compress down to a day pack and is very comfortable.
Blacks creek makes a nice pack
I have a rancho Safari that I really like. It is fleece and is super quiet. I use it about 70-80 days per year and had it for several years and still going.
The Blacks Creek packs are interesting. I had never heard of them before.
As I've looked at everyone's recommendations I've noticed a big variation in the weights of the different manufacturers packs.
Bison Gear for me. Pricey but will last a lifetime. Check their web site for style that fits your needs. Good luck and be safe. :campfire:
I just did my 1st rove/hike with my new Tenzing (TZ 1250 lumbar pack. 1st impression is I love it! When I was done shooting, I stowed the recurve in the adjustable bucket, and pulled out my blackdiamond trekking poles for the hike out. I was very please with the adjustability, and the way it rode. One thing I wish they would have done is added a rain fly, like their camera pack. In the NW nothing is water proof! A little more protection for durring late season would have been cool!
The link below has more details!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhfW0ai6pe0
Thanks, Raghorn, appreciated!
I'm partial to Bison Gear as well.
Have Badlands Diablo that works for long hunts. Also can strap on mat, sleeping bag and hammock for long weekend hunt. Like the hydration option. 1800--1900 c.i.
Have a game winner suspected fanny pack to hunt once I'm in.
Horn Hunter Packs, Made in America and Unconditional Lifetime Warranty.
Harry
Tenzing packs are amazing. I have the TZ 1200
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JuBi_GhSPlU
Here is the larger TZ 2220
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jO-XcPJMh2g
I've never looked at the Horn Hunter packs. I like some of their unique features.
Gray Wolf makes a really nice one. I like the buck suede.
I have learned much about day packs in the past two days...
Blacks Creek. I got the 1250 Cure this past year and it's about as perfect (for me) as it gets. My back doesn't get hot, plenty of space to secure stuff, half frame with some load capability, and made in the USA.
Pull up RIBZ on line. You load your water, tabs, extra hat ,gloves, camera, gps, power bars, flashlight poncho and emergency kit and such. It will be there when you drive or sit without removing it. Take a small back pack for other stuff if you like. Mine is always loaded, ready, and you can shoot with it on. Also readjust to ride high if you like cross country biking. Out here, it does not have your back sweating in the heat during August deer hunts.
QuoteOriginally posted by Roadkill:
Pull up RIBZ on line. You load your water, tabs, extra hat ,gloves, camera, gps, power bars, flashlight poncho and emergency kit and such. It will be there when you drive or sit without removing it. Take a small back pack for other stuff if you like. Mine is always loaded, ready, and you can shoot with it on. Also readjust to ride high if you like cross country biking. Out here, it does not have your back sweating in the heat during August deer hunts.
Interesting...
I love the packs I've had from Hill People Gear. Most comfortable straps on the market and made in the USA last time I checked.
X2 for the Alps OutdoorZ
Great post!
Learned about the Alder Maine Canvas packs from RonP's reply and will have them make me a pack. I never cease to be amazed what I pick up on when reading this forum.
Take a look at the Rancho Safari Catquiver VI ... it is a very comfortable day pack with a good hip belt and chest strap. Lots of room for storage and easy to get to pockets on the hip belt. I do not use the quiver just the pack. On mine I have a water bottle pocket on the left side of the hip belt but I have seen models with zipper pockets both right and left, I prefer having the water bottle pocket. Fleece material is very quiet.