what type of daypacks does everybody prefer and whats in em
doeslayer32
7/26/07 9:14pm
just curious what kind of daypacks people use and like and also what kind of things should I have in it for sure besides water and food has anybody tried either of these
1 Cabelas Elite Scout
2 Fieldline Master Hunter
3 Fieldstone Mt. Whetstone Hydration pak
all from cabelas
1 Cabelas Elite Scout
2 Fieldline Master Hunter
3 Fieldstone Mt. Whetstone Hydration pak
all from cabelas
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I know I will leave something out here. I have a check list somewhere.
2 water bottles
3 knives
knife sharpener
first aid kit with mole skin
2 compasses
rubber gloves
energy bars,hard candy
trash bags
game bags, baggies
2 or 3 fire starting devices (9 volt and steel wool, lighter,waterproof matches, mag stricker, flint and steel stricker) again depends
space blanket
ammo
flashlight and head lamp
packable rain pullover
waterproof maps
gerber 2 bladed bone/wood saw
baby wipes
tags
parachute cord
electrical tape
calls (depending on what I'm hunting)
glow sticks
extra gloves
extra socks
stocking cap
Normally it is all or any combination of the above, plus I'm sure there is more I have missed.
TOM
I would like a jetboil. Got to get one.
When I go into unfamiliar nasty country [at least a couple times a year I love the adventure] I add extra water, extra bars, compass, lightweight blanket, hooded sweatshirt, adhesive tape, some extra cartridges. I think I'm forgetting something?
I don't know what my pack is called, I bought it from Gander Mountain a loooong time ago and it's nothing fancy. Think I'm due for a new one.
Congrats on the twins, great times. My kids are grown and gone on their own. We miss them but Lots more free time for Dad :thumb
GO LIGHT!
First aid kit, snake bite kit, knives, wyoming bone saw, 2-way radio, binocs, bullets, 2 litre camel pack, compass, lighter/matches, T.P., shoulder length gutting gloves, surgical gloves, food, protein bars, can of kipper snacks for protein, flaggin tape, zip ties, rope, camera, flashlight, piano, pack mule, etc...
I'm tired just talking about what I usually pack up down those nasty hills!
My pack is a DaKine snow skiing pack which is very small/slim and fits tight to the body with good wide straps and tons of little pockets for stuff.
I'm with you on the piano. How are you supposed to practice if you don't carry it with you? Every year I swear I'm hauling two of them just in case one isn't tuned right.
The last few years I've used the Badlands 2800 but I've been less than impressed with it. It actually broke the first time I ever had to haul meat with it. What good is a lifetime warranty when it's broken and in the mail?
I am sort of upset. I just typed a very long discussion about the new pack I just bought and when I submitted the post it nothing happened. Anyway, if this posts then I will redo the write up....
GPWDeer
So here goes again:
I was unhappy with the selection and options for daypacks that were offered by Cabela's when I was there last weekend. I had recently talked to the owner of a local sporting goods store who told me that his other business was a backpack design and manufacturing company called Blacks Creek Guide Gear. I stopped in his store the other night to check out the backpacks he makes and I was so impressed by the functionality and design of his packs that I bought one.
It is not the exact pack shown in the photo in my previous post, but it is very similar.
Reasons why I decided to purchase the pack:
1.) Overall quality of the product seemed VERY HIGH
2.) High level of functionality of the design and the features offered
3.) The cammo patter was offered in a sagebrush pattern
4.) You can easily attach and cary a bow or a rifle using their well designed weapon restraining system
5.) H20 pack compatible
6.) Spotting scope pocket
7.) waterproof
8.) pocket to carry tripod/bipod/unipod
9.) Orange cover that can be unrolled over the entire pack when carrying a rack/head on the pack (so you don't get shot)
10.) lots of additional straps and bungee cord attachment points
11.) Large main compartment with several zippered smaller pockets for ease of access of items stored
12.) Adjustable shoulder strap position for different sized people
13.) built in emergency whistle on the clip for the chest strap
14.) velcro attachment points on both hip straps for accessories such as knives, handguns, GPS, flashlight etc.
15.) Main compartment can be expanded/contracted via draw straps on the side to adjust for shorter/longer trips.
Just a note: I don't have any affiliation with this guy or his business, but I thought that I should let everyone know about the producst they offer because I have struggled to find something that meets my specific needs as I am sure others have.
The website is
oh yeah, the price: $115.99
I will have to take some closer pictures when my wife returns from NYC with our digital camera next week.
GPWDeer
starts at around $45.00
and contents well i think everything has been covered here. but look at a buck buster, a good overall knife for deer.
i recently purhcased a badlands from CVRN, i have used it alot this summer and took it to idaho last week, while i was there, i got ripped, i was still able to use it, i got back to utah, called the dealer to see what i neeed to do to get it fixed, they said to bring it down, i wasnt able to get there till after hours, someone was waiting for me! I told them that i needed the pack the next day if possible, the dealer said they would try and get it fixed in the morning, and if they werent able to fix it, they would give me a "loaner" till they were able to get mine fixed! the next morning, i got a phone call from "badlands" and they said the pack was fixed and ready to pick up, once i again i wasnt able to make it down till after hours but they had someone wait for me to show up!
after dealing with them, and the quality packs they have, IMO, badlands is the only way to go!
9er
My very very old JanSport is far past needing to be replaced. It about killed me on my last pack trip so I have a new pack on my list!
Bound for retirement!
I use two of them and there is just too much to mention in one little reply, visit the web site! You won't be disappointed!! 10sign:
Usually I just use my issued digital daypack with camelback built in. It was free and is a very sturdy pack for short day hunts. I usually bring-
8 liters of water
Jerky
Dried Fruit
Hard Candy
Matches
Lighter
50 ft of Rope
Extra Clothing depending on time of year
2 knives
knife sharpener
Spotting scope with bipod
1st aid kit
extra ammo
Not as much as some of yall but it all gets the job done.
I over pack but I'd rather have and not need instead of need and not have. I always carry a compass and map, stockingcap, extra pair of gloves, first aid kit, compression bandage, poncho, waterproof matches, some plastic bags, 550 cord, purification tablets, canteen cup, flint and magnesium stick, toilet paper and baby wipes, a few knives, and extra ammo.
Oh yeah candy bars and lunch.
I have the Supper Day and love it. I even packed out a hind quarter of an elk with it!! No, it's not made for that but it did it twice. Also the best warranty by far. No questions asked total replacement.
I know they are spendy , but worth every penny IMO.
I pack most of what everyone else has already stated...but just add TP to my list! ;)
I have the daypack i think its called and my dad has the 2000. Both are good high quality packs! I personally like the 2000 because it hugs your back and isnt too bulky but still manages to pack everything you need and more for a great day of hunting! The day pack is good too though, just depends on what you like. I also have a hawk brand phany pack and it works great if you dont have to much to haul around.
They have a great warranty as well with quick turnaround time. I paid $100 on camofire.com
My buddy just bought my used one (the broken one from the warranty exchange) to use over his Badlands because it distributes weight better.
Just my .02 cents