Paid a $100 for a used Dana Design Terraplane that I used for several years. Handled 5 days worth of gear and food just fine. Hauled out a couple elk and deer with that one. Above 60lbs the frame started to flex a bit.
Upgraded to a Kifaru Reckoning three years ago. Make sure you get the stays and belt size that match your body type/size (they have good fitting instructions). This frame and pack really shine with heavy loads. My last trip out last year was 90lbs for 7 miles (I probably won’t do that again). I like putting boned out quarters on the meat shelf. To me the weight carry’s the best in this position.
My wife uses a mystery ranch metcalfe and she loves it.
My uncle and brother have had good luck with their kuiu.
