Suggestions for a new pack

[RG_Adult_Onset_Hunter]

Kuiu makes a good pack system as well. I have the Icon Pro 2300 with the beefier of the two suspensions. It has handled some seriously rough country so far and is the most comfortable pack I have ever worn (new hunter, longtime backpacker). What sold me on that one was the ability to easily and cheaply scale pack size as my needs change. The only downside was letting my wife borrow it for a day...had to buy a second one.

 

[SFC B]

I run a MR Cabinet and love it. It runs the Guide Light frame and is EASILY adjustable. The bag itself is a bit bigger than the MULE plus it has two large side pods. For reference this pic is of me carrying out the entire muley doe shown. In one side pods is my "kill kit" in the other is my survival kit, RTIC bottle and odds and ends. https://www.mysteryranch.com/cabinet-pack

 

[LVelk]

Sounds like what I am looking for. Any chance you have a link to a site to check them out. Was thinking that or Kulu.

Exo Mtn Gear — Backcountry Hunting Pack Systems

We build backpacks that enable you to pack efficiently, hunt effectively, and carry every load in comfort. Designed by backcountry hunters, for backcountry hunters. Made in Boise, Idaho USA

exomtngear.com

 

[Thumper007]

Thanks folks I went with the Metcalf subalpine rifle carry. Going to test it to see if I even need a frame. Going by the ratings and the size suggestions it looks like a winner. Thanks

 

[Brian in Montana]

A lot of my gear is cobbled together Walmart, Cabela's, Bob Ward's, army surplus, if-it-works-it's-good sort of stuff. My pack is one of the items I researched and chose in a more deliberate fashion. I went with a Mystery Ranch Metcalf a few years back and have not regretted it. That's very tough, versatile, well-designed pack. I highly recommend.