Looking for  a day pack, something I can use after my externship is over as a hunting pack.  Any word if Kuiu will be manufacturing a daypack?I will be living out of it for 3 weeks. This is what my advisor sent me...

No camping gear is necessary, but certainly a day pack to carry some personal
stuff, stethoscope, LED headlamp, water bottle, pocket knife, camera,
sunglasses, sleeping bag, sleeping pad

"stethoscope"

I have hunted with a lot of people and seen some strange items come out of a day pack but that would top the list.

Anyway I would look at Prarrie traditions web page and talk with Whip. I would say Badlands but they are slipping down my list.

Curt or Ryan may be able to comment on KUIU

Haha, yea I have an externship lined up in alaska and need a pack to hold my gear.

Bison Gear are great packs.. Angelo is the number 1 to deal with also..(sponsor)

As far as KUIU day pack...no stand alone "daypack" per say now.

But there is a 2000(or so) ci. bag in the works that will attatch to the Icon frame just like the 3000ci and 6000ci bag do now.

It'll probably won't be availible for a little while though...not sure when.

I tell ya what though,  the Icon frame with the 3000ci. bag will fit the bill for what you want perfect...

I've found the Eberlestock X2 to be the ultimate daypack for me. It is well designed and very strong. If you shoot an animal you can make that first trip out with a quarter. No wasted trip without hauling meat. The pack will handle it!

Bison gear with wool predator camo for me.  Used it for years and still have yet find one better.  Got it at grey wool woolens some years back.  My two cents

The Mystery Ranch crewcab could be a daypack and meat/equipment hauler all in one.  It's just a great all around pack.

I'm sold on camelbacks, the army surplus guys carry them as well.

I've got to go with the Kifaru line of packs.  I started with the scout for EDC, hunting, LE, EMS pack.  Move here to Alaska and found it to small for all the layers of clothing and "just in case" equipment I carry.  Jumped up the the Zulu, which is perfect for a day and a half style trips.  Finally, ended up with their X-Ray pack for it's organization, mid-size, and flexibility to add pouches etc.

Jason

Still curious about the stethoscope...

Lots of good brands mentioned. I'll add one more; Nimrod has a pretty flexible and well thought out system of packs.  They also are one of the big suppliers to the wildland fire fighters so they are pretty durable as well.

I have used Badlands since they first came out they are and outstanding pack.

I have had scores of packs over the years, I've settled on Bison Gear. Quiet in all weather, good zippers, lots of pockets. I have 3 different ones depending on what I'm doing. Great packs and above all, great people to deal with

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Thanks for all the replies!

As to the inquiries about the stethascope, I am a veterinary student and have a spot on the vetmed team for a sled dog race

I like Badlands

I have found nothing I like better as a day pack than my Bison Gear haversack.  Holds enough, rides tight to my body and doesn't flop around (single strap over the shoulder), real easy access without having to remove it or slide it around in front like a fanny pack.  Nice arrangement of pockets and quiet. Since it opens on top there is little likihood of stuff falling out. It also has lashing straps on the bottom for a jacket, etc.

+1 on the Bison Gear Haversack for access and comfortable wear.

I think the internal organization is a little lacking especially compared to a Kifaru Tailgunner I which can also be used as a shoulder bag with a single strap.

Some pics of my haversack...