How much weight are you planning on carrying? How much volume is needed?
Hauling meat?
I like my Kifaru Mtn Warrior and Duplex frame. Does everything I can imagine I'll need out of a pack.
Hill People Gear makes some really nice stuff as well. I have a couple of their smaller bags, but haven't tried their bigger offerings.
I have no experience with SG or MR, but they're probably on par with the above for durability.
Where are you located in VA?
Mostly needed as a hunting pack with the ability to be used as a carry on and EDC. Meat packing ability is a plus. Mule deer, elk, a lot of deer hunting. I don’t like anything w external frames. Leaning towards Kifaru X-ray or Myster Ranch 3 day assault so far. Can’t seem to find anything that beats them for my needs. I’m in northern Va.
