I have a kifaru now and had an eberlestock F1 I sold two years ago. I like the kifaru setup more but you mentioned weight savings as a goal. I don’t remember the F1 being overly heavy weight two batwings and I’m guessing my kifaru probably weighs a little more.
I bought some of their merino base layers on closeout that were dyed blue and deeply discounted. Figured it didn't matter since they'd never be seen. They're really nice, just as good or maybe even slightly better than my first lite merino that would be the equivalent product. Sometimes I...
I tried a cargo panel before the Stryker but couldn’t get it snug enough for carrying anything in with me. Didn’t try it long enough probably but it always felt a bit floppy to me. Would have been fine carrying out though.
I have a 26" duplex tactical and while it is stiff I don't think it's so stiff it's uncomfortable. I haven't loaded it over 50 pounds yet but to answer your question about loads under 50 I think it feels fine and really wouldn't consider it any issue.