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Rees Big Badass Back Packs...... 27-07-2020, 12:33 PM
kbrebs I rate my One planet packs,... 27-07-2020, 01:13 PM
223nut Cactus are abother contender... 27-07-2020, 01:27 PM
MAC Just got the Macpac torre... 27-07-2020, 01:39 PM
Southerner223 I had a Tatonka bison and... 27-07-2020, 01:58 PM
Younghunter123 I had the Tatonka 75 and went... 27-07-2020, 03:56 PM
hotsoup I've personally used a Kifaru... 27-07-2020, 06:53 PM
199p Osprey packs man you wont... 27-07-2020, 07:14 PM
chainsaw Tatonka hard to beat for a... 27-07-2020, 08:08 PM
Rees what about Bushbucks 85... 27-07-2020, 09:22 PM
Hayden6.5 Just got the destroyer. Took... 16-01-2021, 04:16 PM
RugerM77 Had a couple of beers so... 16-01-2021, 06:16 PM
ebf Osprey Aether AG 85lt, best... 27-07-2020, 10:10 PM
steadwah Recently brought the Osprey... 27-07-2020, 10:47 PM
Frodo Some options based on what... 28-07-2020, 01:11 AM
uk_exile Aether 85 review... 28-07-2020, 09:12 AM
canross Not tested at this stage, but... 29-07-2020, 01:56 PM
stagstalker As others have said, Osprey... 29-07-2020, 06:33 PM
Rees Thanks very much for the... 30-07-2020, 12:22 AM
Rees Update 6 months later.... ... 30-11-2020, 12:22 AM
Micky Duck and I WOULDVE said K2Hunter... 30-11-2020, 09:40 AM
Tahr If you want a kick arse pack... 30-11-2020, 10:09 AM
Ryan https://youtu.be/ZAtzN_ScKXY... 30-11-2020, 10:56 AM
Rees Thank you! i just purchased... 30-11-2020, 12:10 PM
Larskramer Eberlestock j34 the one. 30-11-2020, 12:40 PM
paddygonebush Just picked up at Wilderness... 01-12-2020, 07:18 AM
Rees keen for the review mate! 04-12-2020, 03:21 PM
Rn-85 Hey guys, I'm reviving an... 30-06-2023, 12:21 PM
Micky Duck get someone else to help... 30-06-2023, 02:23 PM
Barry the hunter hmmm kidneys Mickey Duck ... 30-06-2023, 04:28 PM
Rn-85 Hey, , any update on the... 30-06-2023, 12:23 PM
Nathan F Ive just had my first decent... 04-12-2020, 02:18 PM
Rees funny ya say that, it was a... 04-12-2020, 03:20 PM
craigc Me too, if I was to buy... 04-12-2020, 07:08 PM
Rees yep i agree mate, ya can... 12-12-2020, 02:25 PM
Bobba Anybody tried out the K2... 05-12-2020, 01:12 PM
southernman I've got a K2 custom, form... 29-12-2020, 12:54 AM
Micky Duck love mine...took years to... 16-01-2021, 09:57 PM
High Country Boy I just hijack this thread as... 25-12-2020, 05:31 PM
Rees this is where we're at ... 29-12-2020, 12:40 AM
257weatherby K2, job done. No Frills big... 16-01-2021, 09:33 PM
trapperjohn Yep K2 all the way. Ive got... 16-01-2021, 09:47 PM
Moa Hunter I've got a re- harnessed... 16-01-2021, 10:00 PM
LMcNab Does anyone know where you... 09-02-2021, 06:12 PM
uk_exile Says in stock but the price... 09-02-2021, 07:15 PM
XR500 Never skimp when buying the... 09-02-2021, 08:48 PM
LMcNab I think thats a slightly... 09-02-2021, 09:56 PM
uk_exile Oops, my mistake. You've got... 10-02-2021, 07:53 AM
LMcNab 160477 15-02-2021, 10:06 AM
Pop Shot 2-3 days I use my 50L Macpac... 10-02-2021, 07:57 AM
H.M I see lots of people rate the... 10-02-2021, 08:42 PM
Southerner223 I use a Cactus hunaway for... 11-02-2021, 07:57 AM
H.M Yep i also have the hunterway... 11-02-2021, 11:45 AM
Southerner223 Foray is awesome aswell, has... 11-02-2021, 02:17 PM
Puffin I have a question please for... 15-02-2021, 11:50 AM
GravelBen Certainly the case comparing... 15-02-2021, 12:52 PM
Southerner223 Mines pictured above as the... 16-02-2021, 07:38 AM
H.M I now have both the huntaway... 15-02-2021, 08:21 PM
Barry the hunter I have a K2 Contractor on the... 30-06-2023, 01:05 PM
Sika 8 Mystery Ranch - They are... 30-06-2023, 01:07 PM
300wsm for life Frame size makes a big... 30-06-2023, 02:01 PM
Rn-85 How tall are you. I'm not... 30-06-2023, 02:12 PM
300wsm for life I am 195cm. 30-06-2023, 03:35 PM
wekaman Have the Prion, love it. ... 30-06-2023, 04:37 PM
Happy Jack I have a Macpac Pursuit size... 30-06-2023, 05:32 PM
Dicko 300wsm, your a tall man. A... 30-06-2023, 10:45 PM
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    Big Badass Back Packs... Whats the Go.

    Kia ora! haha, Gidday,

    im chasen an upgrade inthe back pack department, need a good one and wanted to see what you Kiwi trekkers are using for multi dayers in the alps, to pack all yer stuff.


    let me know , an what you think,

    eyes are currently on the Tatonka Bison - not sure what size yet.......
    an then there is another lever, exo mtn, kuiu, stone glacier, etc.....

    i need a frame pack or very sturdy frame/harness....
    love to hear what ya go, an what ya like or dont like about it!?!


    thanks Crew!

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    I rate my One planet packs, went to them after macpac went overseas. Good sturdy hard wearing packs with nothing you dont need. I find most "hunting" brands are full of gimmicks and lack quality pretty badly.
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    Cactus are abother contender to looks at, I'm running the macpac cascade, no issues for 10+ trips of 4+days but the last 10day trip the padding on the buckle slipped allowing the plastic to drill a hole through my shoulder blade!

    Use a twin needle molle me as a day / overnight bag
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    Just got the Macpac torre 80L, looked around but always came back to Macpac pack, this thing is bullet proof + with the winter sale on at the moment $399.00

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    I had a Tatonka bison and just sold it as it couldnt go small enough in the harness for me, im normal build so not like im super short or anything.

    I looked at kuiu and stone glacier, both look great, but the overall durability of them i dont know if they would be super strong, sure they have a warranty but that wont help when it blows open and your up on a mountain range. The shear cost of them is high too, a SG landed in NZ is pushing over $1200 plus GST from what i looked at,

    I have ended up going on backorder for a Cactus Foray, hopefully its up to the task, from other peoples comments and my experiences from my other Cactus Huntaway and Miklat im sure it will be
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    I had the Tatonka 75 and went to the 90l for 7-10 day trips It’s nice not to have bulging at the rim it’s amazing how much room food takes up in your pack !no complaints from me or any of my hunting mates only that they wish they got the 90l as well !
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    I've personally used a Kifaru for the last 5 years, I own about 3 packs from them. Daypack (shapecharge), 44mag(3-5day) & Hoodlum for up to 10 days. The last 2 bags are interchangeable on the frame.

    SG, Exo, Cactus, Kifaru, Twin Needle, Kuiu would all do a great job, those are the ones I'd stick to from my experience.
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    Osprey packs man you wont look back
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    Tatonka hard to beat for a expedition pack. They really handle the weight extremely well. Kuiu or other ultralight will save you ~1kg in pack weight but you fork out a lot more moolaa

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    what about Bushbucks 85 Destroyer????

    anyone used them to compare to TatonkA?


    i keep hearing, Osprey..... what models? i thought theyre more a hike specific? an on par with black wolf etc?? perhaps not? link me up or model names to research please,



    thanks for replies.

    interesting in regards to the small fellas an the harness of the tatonka, im not a big fulla either...

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    Just got the destroyer. Took on a 7day hunt. Extremely comfortable and packed everything that i would have packed in my 90+10 bison. I love the fact that the whole pack can come off the frame and can pack meat from day hunts straight onto the frame. I would buy this over the bison anyday and even better is they do specials regularly and can get for 389 down from 599. I think they want to get their name out there and once they do they will be the talk of the bush! Looking forward to their 3 man tent! Next thing on the list.

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    Had a couple of beers so forgive my enthusiasm. Used to sell them, several different brands. They might look good, feel great when fitted and brand signals they're up for the business. Trouble is the purchaser never really knows untill they've carried a load for some distance. My one and only go to snce the late eighties was a Macpac Cascade. It's since had the harness replaced, the flap lining replaced and several holes patched. I couldn't buy at wholesale because I sold firearms as well. So I was puchasing at retail, heaven forbid. I still look on trade me to see if any early ones are out and about. Mines carried insane loads (FNKM), been out for weeks at a time and regularly carried 30 plus K's. Well done to how ever started this thread and good luck bro.
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    Osprey Aether AG 85lt, best pack I ever owned.

    Seriously does not feel like you are carrying large loads. And Osprey have one of the best guarantees out.

    Do a search on here for Osprey Aether, there is a reason guys rave about it...
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    Recently brought the Osprey aether 85, by far the best pack I have carried. Here’s a good thread on here... https://www.nzhuntingandshooting.co....y-packs-59491/
    Their warranty is like Vortex, will replace/fix no questions asked globally, not even a receipt required.

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    Some options based on what I've owned or borrowed.

    Reliable, no-frills pack: Cactus, K2, or older MacPac & Kathmandu. <$800

    Cons: They're a little heavier than the flash stuff at your local tramping store.
    Pros: The extra durability and streamlined shape (no straps and webbing hanging everwhere) quickly makes up for it. Classic NZ-made packs.

    If you'd like something for carrying very heavy loads, or weight training, and you're not all that fussy about features and materials: Kifaru, Stone Glacier, Exo Mtn Gear $1000-$1400

    Pros: Made from cordura and can be customised to suit your needs. I.e buy one frame, and buy a bunch of different sized bags to go with it, depending on your use.
    Cons: Pricey. Don't have complete say in features, sizing etc.

    If you want a custom-made heavy load carrier, made to your unique dimensions, and you'd like complete say in the materials used and the position of every pocket, zipper, stitch etc: McHale packs $2500-$6000

    Pros: You'll end up with a pack that fits your body like a glove. If you like hot pink, you can have it dyed hot pink.
    Cons: You'll probably get divorced. Takes a long time. Analysis paralysis (all the options can be a bit overwhelming).

    Ultralight-ish pack: Osprey, MacPac <$600-ish

    Pros: Look sexy. You can pick up Euro chicks on one of the great walks (who've got matching packs). Comfortable. Great warranty.
    Cons: Not the best for extreme loads. Not as durable as some other options...but you may not need that extra durability. So it depends.
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