I loaned my current backpack to my brother in law and he really likes it. I think I'll let him keep it. Least I can do for all his support bringing horses for our hunt this year. Now I am looking for what to get. I was able to get all my stuff for a backcountry hunt into mine which is 4800ci with an additional 3500ci bag attached for the trip in. My desire is for volume to haul camp in, lightweight, compresses down nicely for day pack (hunting) use and good capability hauling up to ~100lbs of meat/hide/rack.

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I am really interested in the Paradox, but looking at the website they have the Unaweep and the Evolution. Which is better for elk hunting and why? I don't think I need the freighter pack option. My first guess is a Unaweep, 4800, side zipper. Thinking I would add the dual Talon. Sound reasonable?

Also looked at the Stone Glacier or Kifaru. Lot more coin, what's it going to do that I can't with the Paradox?