Daypack recommendations?

[Ben Maher]

I have exactly the same haversack / Houndsman as David , a great piece of equipment. Quiet, well made and very practical .

As a plus ... for those us who like back quivers they are just perfect.

[boznarras]

Maybe you saw this already....
I see a used First Trip Explorer in the Hunting Packs and Knives forum here on TradGang. This is the same pack as Bison Gear, under a previous owner...might be worth looking at.
I got a used FTE pack this way, and am working with Angelo to add some side pockets. It's nice that there is continuity of service since the changeover from Pack Idaho.

[Elk whisperer]

Horn Hunter

[JockC]

Good advice.  I think it makes sense to spend money on a good pack, because you never want to have one fail catastrophically and you beat the bejeepers out of them over time.  The smaller Mystery Ranch packs (made in Montana) or Bison Gear would be my own first choices.  If you want to save some money but have an excellent pack, get on the auction site and buy a surplus USMC Arcteryx Propper.  They are a heavy duty pack (available in two styles, day pack and full size, about a 6500) and very well built.  I think they are the best deal going in serious packs right now.

[Shedrock]

If you want the pack to last the rest of your life, get a Bison Gear. Last pack I'll have to buy.

[3Feathers]

I will recommend BisonGear also,they are super quiet and bombproof.I own the haversack in predator gray with one in autumn brown on order.

[Bernie B.]

Lots of good information here.  I really like the looks of that haversack from Bison Gear.

Bernie Bjorklund

NC Iowa/SW Wisconsin

[Over&Under]

Originally posted by snag:
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!

X2

[Ken Taylor]

My next pack will be a Bison.

[Bjorn]

Praerie Traditions is a sponsor and Joe Lash really knows packs.
There are tons of choices, I selected the Badlands Hypervent

http://www.badlandspacks.com/index.php?go=Packs_Hypervent09

[Walt Francis]

Like numerous others, I recommend the Bison Packs.  From what you described, the First Trip Explorer would fit your needs, and then last a long time.  I addition, if you decide you do not like it, their resale value is great.

Send DeAngelo at Bison an email or give him a call, he has been great to work with.

[Dave Bulla]

Well, one thing I won't recommend is a standard fanny pack.  The ones with the suspenders though would work great.

I just ordered this Swedish rucksack a couple days ago and am waiting for it to show up.
  http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/cb.aspx?a=772952  

Being a guy who just loves old time quality I have little to no desire to own any of the new high tech packs made of synthetics.  Good old canvas and leather for me.  Yea, I realize it weighs more but a canvas pack you can drag over jagged rocks or go busting through briers and not hurt it.  Not that you'd abuse it on purpose but out in the sticks, stuff just seems to happen eh?  It'll take abuse that would shred multiple fleece or nylon packs.  They also keep out water better than nylon.

I've got two other Swedish packs and they make the Duluth packs (very high end custom canvas packs) look bad because the Swedish mil surp stuff is wicked heavy duty.  Can't wait to get this new one.  If I'm happy with it I'll order a couple more before they run out.

[stykbender]

Got to agree with CABOWHUNTER, this southerner likes Badlands especially when cost is compared.
Strong to haul meat or gear and lifetime guarantee!
Get a hypervent suspension system on what ever model is big enough for your gear. It lets your back breathe when you are working up a sweat hiking. Use for elk hunting when weather can be warm then freezing in a day.

[Three Finger]

I really like my Rancho Safari.

[Elkchaser]

Originally posted by Over&Under:
 

Originally posted by snag:
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!

X2 [/b]

X3      Love this pack and have owned lots.

Add me to the list of folks who like Badlands packs-- they are bombproof, have lots of different configurations and are as comfortable as any pack out there due to their well-designed suspension system, even overloaded. The "Diablo" is a daypack with a large capacity (1900 cubic inches), and weighs only 3 pounds.A good choice for longer adventures!

[lpcjon2]

Some of the best gear I ever owned was military gear. And now the stuff is made even better check this pack out.
http://store.colemans.com/cart/insulated-msp4-enhanced-hydration-backpack-with-bladder-kit-p-2526.html

[George Vernon]

I have found a couple of 'Versipacks' at AG Russell.  These are single strap fanny pack like structures designed to be worn with the strap over one shoulder and the pack resting on the opposite hip.  This leaves your back free for a quiver or packframe.  They come in a couple of sizes and also work well for camera equipment and flyfishing gear when a hiking to the right place is required.

[Buckhorn47]

Trapper Nelson frame, canvas pack and off you go!No noise, burrs ignore them, rocks and weather won't hurt them.

[speedbump]

Eberlestock, (hope I spelled it right) love mine.