Ok guys Im after a good quality Spot and Stalk day pack. I have just recently bought a Badlands Diablo. I used it on one trip and although the pack performed flawlessly even with about 12kg of gear in it unfortunatley i am just too short and the pack is a bit long on me. I also have a Badlands monster fanny but prefer traditional stlye packs. I need a pack that is no longer the 20" and would like about 1500-1800CI. Any help would be much appreciated. Im not too worried about price either.
Thanks
Mat
I have one of these and really like it...although it's not quite as big as you asked for at 1400ci...
http://www.sitkagear.com/Product.aspx?cat=26
I got a pack from Day One last year. The beauty of it is that it is very light because it is made from 100% fleece except for the nylon straps. I use is almost every day to carry my outer layer clothing to my stand because i have a bit of a walk (or paddle) and I just sweat too much. I find it to be adequate for anything I need to bring along. The other feature I really like about it is I can turn it inside out and wash it with my regular hunting clothes to keep it fresh and clean. Because it is fleece it is very quiet. I just love it.
Blacks Creek packs are adjustable. For the money I wouldn't buy a pack that wasn't....
Joshua
Take a look at the Eberlestock X1 and X2 packs on my website link below. Sounds like exactly what you are looking for. They have been so popular that Eberlestock has sold out of them completely and are on backorder, but I hope to be receiving more shortly.
Eberlestock make one fine pack. :thumbsup:
I use a Sitka Gear 1400 for most of my trips and find it fits the bill in almost all instances. I also use a Bison Gear First Trip Explorer when I am far enough back where I'll more than likely have to pack outboned meat...the expandable game bag is a great feature. Between the two of these, I'm completely covered for day packs.
Thanks for the comments guys. I really like the look of the Sitka stuff. One other requirement I forgot to mention was I must be able to crawl in them. One thing I didnt like about the Badlands ridgid style pack was I couldnt lift my head when on hands and knees. Anymore out there?
hey, check out the camelbak uproar. just got one off fleabay and it blows any other hunting pack i have away. doesnt come in the costume camos but they have some good earth tone colors
Horn hunter G-2 daypack gets my vote times 2... :)
I really like my TimberHawk pack. Rut sack model. alot of options for a fair price.
QuoteOriginally posted by excelpoint:
I also have a Badlands monster fanny
I used to date a girl like that.
For a pack, I just use a cheap cotton thing I picked up in an Army surplus store. It's quiet, roomy and cheap.
Mat , have you tried Terry Allen , local bloke out in Moorabin . makes a great all wool pack . makes a lot of gear for the local deerstalkers .
Ben
Some great packs there. Now just goto pick the right one.
QuoteOriginally posted by bmlongshot73:
Mat , have you tried Terry Allen , local bloke out in Moorabin . makes a great all wool pack . makes a lot of gear for the local deerstalkers .
Ben
Havnt had a look at his yet Ben but will look into them.Thanks mate.
Stick with Badlands and switch out to the Superday. The wife has one and loves it. I hunt with the Diablo bu at 6'4" tall I find it to be a perfect fit.
Talk to Whip at prairietrad.com he was very helpful in my quest for the ideal pack.
Mate I'm currently desiging a new pack that is quiet and based on this model...
http://www.platatac.com/www/182/1001127/displayproduct/plat-a-tac-spur-tropical-pack--1001679_short-range--1023950_.html
It'll be not in camo, quiet and based on a small ALICE with an internal frame. I'm talking to people in the 'know' as we speak so stay tuned. But in saying all this... you'd want one before next year some time...lol
ak.
Here is a pic of mine in Colorado 1/2 full...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Longbow_lad/Colorado2056.jpg)
ak.
That looks good Al. Id be intersted in the developments of your pack. Sounds promising.
One thing I'll advise, whatever you buy make sure you try it on, weighted, before you seal the deal. Almost all of the packs I've tried and disliked had very, very small/thin waistbelts. Since the vast majority of the weight is carried on the hips that is a crucial feature that for whatever reason is often overlooked. Your mileage may vary...
I really like my bison gear outfitter fanny pack with shoulder straps. Very quite and big enough for all my stuff. So far its the best pack Ive tried.
Gilbert
Thanks for all the input guys. I ened up ordering another Badlands and went for the Superday. Being 3" shorter then the Diablo I last had it should fit just about right.