pack frame for daypack?

[Brushy Bill]

Thinking of something better to use than the Kelty bag pack that is small enough to carry everyday allday, but better for strapping on that first load to the road.
Dwight Schuh used to sport one iirc?, thinking of a small but sturdy frame with detachable bag, more of a skeleton maybe compared to other serious haulers?
A mini Ox frame?

[Pathfinder76]

Stone Glacier.

[st99]

I use the mystery ranch mule. Love it, very comfortable to wear all day and can be used to haul a big load if needed.

[obsessed1]

Lots of options for this type of pack. Definitely the way to go in my mind unless I'm hunting close to the truck or off the atv. Depending on how much gear you bring another option is pack out bags. I used them last year and they were awesome... think pannier for a human. They pack down almost small enough to fit in a cargo pocket. I carried both hind quarters of a bull elk in one go about 1.2km over uneven ground. It was heavy but it worked. I packed them in strapped on the outside of a small fanny pack.. made for a crazy light hunt set up.. all I had was two game bags, knife, tags, light, water, snacks and pack out bags.

[philintheblank]

Exo 3500 K2 is what I use for everything. Its never felt like too much pack for a day hunt.

[3blade]

Stone glacier sky archer 6200, xcurve frame is my go to pack for everything now. I take the lid off for day hunts. Light weight, quiet, narrow, super comfortable. Can take a few grouse or a moose quarter out. It Replaced 3 other packs I have. EXO and MR are well made but often come up for sale used…very few guys part with their SG pack.

[-JR-]

Trapper Nelson

[crazy_davey]

Originally Posted by -JR-

Trapper Nelson

I have a healthy respect for the tough old buggers who had to use these contraptions of pain.

Have three of them here, I’ll save them for torturing my worst enemies if the time ever comes up.

[Pathfinder76]

Originally Posted by crazy_davey

I have a healthy respect for the tough old buggers who had to use these contraptions of pain.

Have three of them here, I’ll save them for torturing my worst enemies if the time ever comes up.

Exactly.

[-JR-]

Originally Posted by crazy_davey

I have a healthy respect for the tough old buggers who had to use these contraptions of pain.

Have three of them here, I’ll save them for torturing my worst enemies if the time ever comes up.

Its what we used back in the day . Now they make great wall mounts with a set of horns or Antlers
sticking out .

[Brushy Bill]

Thanks for the input
Trapper Nelson doesn't quite cut it, others are too high-end for my meager needs
May try out a Wilderness Pack Specialties frame
or a simple Molle rucksack frame

[obsessed1]

I have the alpz z hybrid and a horn hunter system. Both are very sturdy packs similar in use to the higher end ( exo, mr, SG ect.) But half the price...main difference is weight. These packs are heavier than the top tier packs but quality wise they have been bomb proof for my needs.

[Vantage Point]

Originally Posted by Brushy Bill

Thinking of something better to use than the Kelty bag pack that is small enough to carry everyday allday, but better for strapping on that first load to the road.
Dwight Schuh used to sport one iirc?, thinking of a small but sturdy frame with detachable bag, more of a skeleton maybe compared to other serious haulers?
A mini Ox frame?

Not sure how far back your thinking of Dwight Schuh but he designed and endorsed one of the Coleman Peak 1 packs with the plastic Ramflex frame. Model was referred to by his name. I still use one to this day and have back-up one hanging in the closet. Surprising the deals you can get on Ebay if you're patient. Came in either 27" or 35" tall frame [ Schuhs was the 27" model].

[-JR-]

I can only see my self carrying a pack on a sheep hunt . When I did sheep hunt it always stayed in camp anyways . The year I shot my ram ,I forgot the Trapper nelson at home ! The meat was carried out in bags but the head was very heavy . Those were the days .
Now i only hunt moose so every thing is with the quad .
If it don't fit in my pockets ,it does not come along on short walks (1-4 hrs)

I kind of laugh at hunting partners that have to carry a pack on short walks.

I can only understand carrying a pack if your walking in for the night and spending a night or two .

I hope this old timer does not offend any of the newer generation hunters.

[hilt134]

Originally Posted by -JR-

I can only see my self carrying a pack on a sheep hunt . When I did sheep hunt it always stayed in camp anyways . The year I shot my ram ,I forgot the Trapper nelson at home ! The meat was carried out in bags but the head was very heavy . Those were the days .
Now i only hunt moose so every thing is with the quad .
If it don't fit in my pockets ,it does not come along on short walks (1-4 hrs)

I kind of laugh at hunting partners that have to carry a pack on short walks.

I can only understand carrying a pack if your walking in for the night and spending a night or two .

I hope this old timer does not offend any of the newer generation hunters.

I carry a school sized backpack for day trips. Same as I do for a hike. Makes a nice seat at the very least.

[fishnguy]

Originally Posted by -JR-

I can only see my self carrying a pack on a sheep hunt . When I did sheep hunt it always stayed in camp anyways . The year I shot my ram ,I forgot the Trapper nelson at home ! The meat was carried out in bags but the head was very heavy . Those were the days .
Now i only hunt moose so every thing is with the quad .
If it don't fit in my pockets ,it does not come along on short walks (1-4 hrs)

I kind of laugh at hunting partners that have to carry a pack on short walks.

I can only understand carrying a pack if your walking in for the night and spending a night or two .

I hope this old timer does not offend any of the newer generation hunters.

It depends where one hunts. If I know for a fact that it would take me hours to pack an elk out, I will bring a pack with every time. Most of the time I dump it once I am close to where I chose to hunt that day. Even if it’s an hour walk in, it is much easier to bring the pack than coming back to get it, especially if there are a few hills on the way to climb.

In November, when weather permits to leave the meat overnight, I often only bring a rope, knife, rifle, phone and water. Maybe another random thing or two, all in pockets. Again, depends on where I hunt, lol.

But there are no quads or other vehicles usually involved aside from getting to the area.

I need a good pack myself, but cannot justify spending that much on SG. I use my camping pack (Osprey). Great pack (too small though), I used it for years for different tasks, but something more “specialized” would be nice.

[Vantage Point]

Video with modified [aluminum stays added] 35" Ramflex frame in action.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvt9NTaXJkUhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezZwfiFaTLw

[triguy]

I'm a big fan of the eberlystock all in one J-34 It has nice compartments for everything. the drawbacks are it is heavy, and not great with heavier loads (over 40lbs) I like the scabbard for rifle carry. Compresses down for day pack and expands to carry out game. The pack will stand up to a lot of use.
Good luck in your search!

[obsessed1]

Another option for those " carry every thing in pockets" guys is to build a rycroft pack out in the bush to haul that first quarter out.. for all the supplies needed for a rycroft I bring 12' seatbelt webbing and 20' of para cord. Both rolled up can easily fit in a back pocket

[Brushy Bill]

Had to Bing up 'Roycroft' pack, thats an option for sure, always have cord or mech. wire along for building seats.
Have always carried a daypack of some sort, usually about 30-35 L size, for anything away from the vehicle, whether over night or all day mulie hunts, better to have lunch and drinks up on the ridge instead of retreating to the truck or camp.
All-in-pockets is a option for a hunt, not suitable for my style, easy to be away for 6-8 hours, best be comfortable.
Packing out the first load just makes the next 1, or 3, lighter, even if its just out to get the tobogan, might as well get the first one done.
Good input folks, thanks

[calgarychef]

I don’t like lugging around my pack, but a broken leg in da’ bush wouldn’t be too fun either without some basic survival gear. Never leave home without it.

If you think you can spend an enjoyable overnight with the stuff in your pockets give it a try. I’ve done it on purpose and sure wish I had more than a knife and matches, it’s pretty miserable. A little tarp or a black bag to cut the wind, a small pot to have warm water in your belly, these items make a huge difference. A toque, warm mitts, Some cord to hang your kill, a headlamp, if you’re going to carry these it might as well be in a pack. But keep it light and stay mobile.

Every year search and rescue gets called out to find and retrieve hikers and hunters who have gone out without the basic necessities.

Depending on the terrain a frame pack with only the essentials will leave room to pack out elk back straps and tenderloins on the first trip back to the car. That saves a trip, and gets the best pieces looked after in case a bear finds it first.

[Pekan]

Originally Posted by -JR-

I can only see my self carrying a pack on a sheep hunt . When I did sheep hunt it always stayed in camp anyways . The year I shot my ram ,I forgot the Trapper nelson at home ! The meat was carried out in bags but the head was very heavy . Those were the days .
Now i only hunt moose so every thing is with the quad .
If it don't fit in my pockets ,it does not come along on short walks (1-4 hrs)

I kind of laugh at hunting partners that have to carry a pack on short walks.

I can only understand carrying a pack if your walking in for the night and spending a night or two .

I hope this old timer does not offend any of the newer generation hunters.

Once a person gets used to carrying a pack for hunting, you just always bring it. Better to have it than wish you did mentality.

I usually carry game bags, knives, layers of clothing- rain, insulation, etc, food, water, tripod, sometimes a spotter. None of it weighs too much, but it sure makes you more prepared to spend longer out there.

I wouldn't want to be limited to what I can fit in my pockets. Not a comfortable way to carry things.

[djb1]

Kifaru, exo, stone glacier, kuiu, mystery ranch... lots of options.

[Vantage Point]

Seller states no sales outside of US, if someone has a US contact to purchase and them send to you if that works. Possibly think outside box to purchase a very well regarded pack frame that is out of production and new. https://www.ebay.com/itm/18536025633...2Cchnl%3Dmkcid

[Vantage Point]

Originally Posted by Brushy Bill

Thinking of something better to use than the Kelty bag pack that is small enough to carry everyday allday, but better for strapping on that first load to the road.
Dwight Schuh used to sport one iirc?, thinking of a small but sturdy frame with detachable bag, more of a skeleton maybe compared to other serious haulers?
A mini Ox frame?

Missing one buckle end as eluded to in add description. States good condition.https://www.ebay.com/itm/25551021569...8AAOSws8BiaTra

[MountainTi]

Originally Posted by Pekan

Once a person gets used to carrying a pack for hunting, you just always bring it. Better to have it than wish you did mentality.

I usually carry game bags, knives, layers of clothing- rain, insulation, etc, food, water, tripod, sometimes a spotter. None of it weighs too much, but it sure makes you more prepared to spend longer out there.

I wouldn't want to be limited to what I can fit in my pockets. Not a comfortable way to carry things.

No matter what kind of hunting I do, I have a pack on. Even prairie hunting I have a pack with me. Not into trying to stuff food, water, knives, TP, gps, spotting scope, extra clothing/rain gear, ect....into my pockets (I tend to hunt a long ways from my vehicle). And as a perk, the more you have in it, the better of a rifle rest it makes. I've shot a lot of game in the flatlands over a pack. Of course mountain hunting it's a necessity.
I run an exo K3 and have 2 bags for it. 3200 for a day pack and a 6400 for bigger trips

[Bo21]

Stone glacier +1