backpack pics
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RH300UM
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Never thought to take pics of my loaded pack.
I have taken pics of my surroundings with my pack on my back
RH300UM
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Well I would suggest taking a close look at the Kuiu pro icon series packs.
I have gone through 22 different packs including custom made ones.
These packs are far and above the rest of the field.
Also remember.
Ounces mean pounds and pounds mean pain.
My 2 cents
.284
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Mystery ranch 6000 internal frame
jmden
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.284
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Awesome! That's a freakin cannon to pack around.
jmden
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I have a good pack horse and would much rather backpack hunt if I'm not in too far. Hunting with horses necessarily takes a great deal of time away from hunting. When I go in a ways and set up basecamp for elk hunting by backpack, I spend from well before light to well after dark getting too/from hunting area and hunting, much of which would otherwise be dealt with caring for a horse. The way the Kifaru Gunbearer holds my two LR rifles (.338 EDGE is the other one), you hardly notice the weight of the rifle and it is much quicker to get into action for a quick shot, if that comes up, than if your rifle was slung over your shoulder. It's easier to control the way the Gunbearer hold it too. A 13lb rifle with 29" barrel and brake is no problem. BTW, that rifle has killed 9 big game critters in the 5 seasons I've had it ranging anywhere from a short 350 yard shot to 1151 yard elk this year and I don't live in a state known for it's hunting. Something I'm doing must be working...
I was studying the picture closely to see how you had your rifle secured. Thank you for explaining as well. I will definitely check out the Gunbearer.
You are correct about the work it takes for horses. I learned first-hand this year on a Colorado elk trip taking horses up the mountain on my own. That said, you have to weigh the work required vs. the benefit of having them to pack out meat. Either way it is work, which is why those of us who love backpack hunting like the burn in our lungs at the top.
You are correct about the work it takes for horses. I learned first-hand this year on a Colorado elk trip taking horses up the mountain on my own. That said, you have to weigh the work required vs. the benefit of having them to pack out meat. Either way it is work, which is why those of us who love backpack hunting like the burn in our lungs at the top.
... BTW, that rifle has killed 9 big game critters in the 5 seasons I've had it ranging anywhere from a short 350 yard shot to 1151 yard elk this year and I don't live in a state known for it's hunting. Something I'm doing must be working...
I'd agree that you're doing something right. I live out in CO and it looks like we have similar hunting styles and similar gear. +1 on the Kifaru backpack with the gunbearer. Great setup.
