Originally Posted by Wilkup
Originally Posted by Tanner
Originally Posted by Wilkup
Originally Posted by KC

Here's a couple of good packs that you might want to check out.

I use and Osprey Aether 85 now.
Osprey Aether 85
It's the most comfortable backpack that I own. But it's not a hunting pack.

I've been considering buying a KUIU Ultra 6000 pack
KUIU Ultra 6000
Looks very tempting.

KC





I've been seeing good stuff about the Kuiu Ultra 6000 bag with the Pro Frame & Suspension added. I may go that route for now, just because the price is so agreeable and I could always upgrade next season if I feel the need.


I have guided hunters using Kuiu Ultras and have worn them for a short period of time, and I can tell you that I wouldn't use one for hunting and packing any weight if it was given to me for free. For light use and general backpacking it'd be fine.

My main gripe with MR is the weight and short frame length. But, as Scott said above, they did supposedly improve their new frame.

Your $500 will easily buy you a very solid lightly used Kifaru setup.

Tanner


Would you mind elaborating on why the Kuiu is a poor choice? I'm ready and willing to learn but just hearing multiple people say they wouldn't wear a Kuiu if given one for free doesn't help me make any sort informed decision. I don't want to be disagreeable; I'm here to learn something new, so tell me why... because rockslide has some favorable reviews of the Kuiu pack systems.


In my experience with the Ultra on and watching my clients wear them; the shoulder straps were too thin, the belt wrapped the hips poorly, and the frame was weak. One of them actually ended up taking the bag off the frame and zip-tying it to an external Barney's frame. In my opinion, Kuiu cut too many corners on this pack in particular and it shows up in particular with anything even moderately heavy inside of it.

My end point being: invest in something with a solid and proven suspension system. Your back and shoulders will thank you at the end of a long heavy pack-out.

Tanner