New Backpack Time

[palmer]

So its time to replace my backpack for sheep hunting....Give me some ideas where to start looking....and reports on the ones you are using


Cheers
Palmer

[bigwhiteys]

Currently using a Lowe Alpine special expedition pack 90L. It's comfortable with loads in the 60-100lb range.

My next major gear purchase is going to be the Mystery Ranch NICE system. It was a toss between that and the Barney.

The decision came down to weight for me... The Barney is a few pounds heavier then the mystery ranch and both packs will haul out huge loads. Both are in the similar price range too... $700-$900 with frame and goodies. Those two are the packs that get my vote... Search and search and you won't find very many bad reviews.

Carl

[Wildfoot]

ebrelestock or arcteryx. Best packs available.

[Rackmastr]

Another vote for Mystery Ranch.....the best I've ever handled.....by far.

I have the Camelbak/Mystery Ranch Cerberus and its a great pack so far....

[Gateholio]

DO a search on here for packs, there has been numerous discussions on them.

I just bought a Mystery Ranch NICE frame and 6500 bag, and have used it a couple of times, it's really, relaly good from initial impresions.

I looked at a buddies Eberlestock pack compared to a MR pack and there really is no comparison for multi day trips, the MR is a far better system. I woudln't mind a Eberlestock j104 as a day pack, though.

Anyway, check out the MR packs- Only thing you won't like is the price.

[palmer]

Is there a seller of Mystery Ranch in BC ?

[todbartell]

anybody ever use the Badlands 4500?

[Gateholio]

Is there a seller of Mystery Ranch in BC ?

No, but they ship from Mopntana in less than 2 weeks

[huntcoop]

I have and love the Eberlestock J104, highly recommended.

[Stone Sheep Steve]

I haven't handled a MR yet.

I have a Wilderness Wanderer but would choose a Barney over the WW. Quality is not comparable.

SSS