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I’m using it for everything other than an overnight backpacking hunt now. It doesn’t smell like a new car anymore but I don’t mind. It’s really highly functional.

So yes I carrry it everyday and have used it as a carry on 3 times. The bag may or not work for you for EDC but the frame hasn’t been a negative at any point in that role.

The Badlands 2200 in "Earth" is on sale at Midway for $165

Check out the Seek Outside Peregrine.

I'd say no- too heavy, too bulky with the frame and larger hip belt for a commuting bag- I've looked mine over and couldn't find a way to separate the pack- the load shelf is sewn to the frame and the bag

The bag comes off the frame. I sewed myself a straight up alice style bag for mine with an integral load sling that I like but I need longer compression straps on. I absolutely understand the sentiment that it’s too bulky with the frame, but I haven’t been bothered. And It doesn’t get a second glance by tsa or boarding agents

you're right, I see now that the load shelf can be removed from the frame- unfortunately you still have no shoulder straps and the load shelf is now hanging off the bag

I wonder if it's possible to rig up some light shoulder straps? maybe the load shelf could hooked to the bag and serve as a beaver tail of sorts?

The frame and harness / belt only weigh 3lb4oz. I’ve had mine since the week they became available- and I haven’t used my sweet pea since- but even that pack might be more than you want to deal with as an edc/commuting- but it was my favorite. Now I’m happy with this enough to have used it all time- I don’t know. But for the guys wondering. The frame and all only weighs 3lb4oz and provides some real capability over anything else I’ve seen that’s a daypack.

Been looking at this on Midway for a week now. Anyone have any experience with it? Negatives?

Agreed.

I’m ordering the Mystery Ranch Pop Up 28. I just don’t see anything on the market that approaches this kind of versatility with this much comfort and durability.

Double agree and my Kifaru is closer to 20yrs old than 10. Just wish I had occasion to use it more...

Yeah. It was time to replace my Badlands 2200. I was looking at the replacement for the 2800. This timely discussion of the Mystery Ranch Pop Up packs lead to a bit of research. I chose the Pop Up 18 though the 28 may be a better choice. Both look like good setups .. one thing I'm going to like is the ability to carry the pad I sit on coyote calling between the bag and frame rather than swinging and bouncing loose hung off my other packs by a caribiner. It's sitting in the corner waiting for me to have enough time to move my regular day to day wandering gear to it.

Wondering if anyone has used Outdoorsman packs?

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I'd recommend Stone Glacier as some have before.

I have four of their packs and really like them. Obviously!

Good people with good customer service too.

Been very happy with my Eberlestock Mainframe with a couple batwings zipped on. Almost infinite flexibility and a frame that you can carry serious weight with. The Buttbucket for your bow or scabbard for your rifle are excellent also.

I have and like very much my Eberlestock X2. Almost purpose built zipper pockets for spotting scope and tripod, aluminum frame, great fit (though I’m 5’9”, it likely wouldn’t fit someone with a longer torso). It’s large enough, but it is not cumbersome when moving through brush. It is also capable of packing out an elk quarter, which is a big deal to me. No more wasted trips back to the truck to get the larger pack frame.

Nearly all mine are Eberlestock, and their having a 20% off sale on their F1 Mainframe right now which is nice for someone with a tall upper torso.

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