Thread: Good, lightweight pack options

Went with a Spika Drover for me, heavier material as a lot of my hunting area includes Matagouri. Did look at the Ospreys but all those million pockets is not my style of packing.

Originally Posted by H.M

Looks interesting, anywhere to strap a rifle to it tho?

No
But I have used the cactus rifle attachment on it ok.
Because the packs are so light they are not very stiff.

Originally Posted by Happy Jack

Went with a Spika Drover for me, heavier material as a lot of my hunting area includes Matagouri. Did look at the Ospreys but all those million pockets is not my style of packing.

That’s the one down side of the Osprey - there are a lot of pockets and zips BUT I just use the main pack itself. At 53 years of age practicalities have to take a backseat to comfort.

Another vote for Osprey. I've got a Aether AG for overnight and longer, a Talon for day trips and a really old Ceres for my daily commute.
The best thing after comfort and lightweight is their lifetime guarantee. My original Talon got repaired for free after fighting with a massive bush lawyer and later when it was about 8-10yrs old soem stitching got torn and the chest clip broke. Rather than repair they gave me a new Talon. Wickedly good service.

Kuiu

Kuiu.

Look a there frame pack systems. I have the Pro LT 5500 as my main pack & Pro 2300 as my day pack and just swap the frame between the two when on trips. Works epic.
https://www.kuiu.com/collections/frame-pack-system

Have both Tatonka Bison 75+10 and Kuiu 6000 Pro. The Kuiu is lighter for sure by around 1kg from memory. But having done a few multi day missions with both I have to say the extra weight in the Tatonka is not noticeable in terms of carrying loads. They are very comfy packs, carry a load really well.
Where the Kuiu comes into its own is the ability to change packs over on same frame. Like @Bryan I have the 2300 as well as the big 95L IconPro

K2 Hunter 75L

Had an osprey. Sold it due to the hip belt being just a bit too big to cinch down enough. Great pack and would have loved to keep it but no point if its swinging around and moving on me. Got a tatonka and it fits me better. Like its part of me. Secure feeling.
So IMO get something that is comfortable first. Can always lose a 1/2kg somewhere else.

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I purchased a Stone Glacier 6900. I got it to address a couple of issues. 1) I don't like having my tent strapped to the outside. I like it inside so it doesn't get caught in the scrub. This means I need a big pack. 2) I don't like carrying two packs. I want just one pack that I can use for both carrying all of my gear, and that can cinch down for hunting. My stone glacier packs down smaller than my 30l Stoney creek day pack. When expanded, it expands to over 110litres. It also has a centre zip so you can get to your gear without going through the top. Its by far the most comfortable pack I have ever had.

Originally Posted by Daniel Kwon

I purchased a Stone Glacier 6900. I got it to address a couple of issues. 1) I don't like having my tent strapped to the outside. I like it inside so it doesn't get caught in the scrub. This means I need a big pack. 2) I don't like carrying two packs. I want just one pack that I can use for both carrying all of my gear, and that can cinch down for hunting. My stone glacier packs down smaller than my 30l Stoney creek day pack. When expanded, it expands to over 110litres. It also has a centre zip so you can get to your gear without going through the top. Its by far the most comfortable pack I have ever had.

Been wanting a SG pack for a while. They seem the best by far and come with the price to match that.

Originally Posted by Tikka7mm08

Been wanting a SG pack for a while. They seem the best by far and come with the price to match that.

With the k’s you do in the hills, you definitely need a stone glacier.


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Originally Posted by ROKTOY

I got the chaffing at the hips on my first two walks with my Aether, The waist belt needs to mold to you. In the US they heat them and mold to you instore.

I've got a 70ltr Aether ag and cant praise it enough, had no trouble with the hip belt chaffing me ,but it is important to make sure you get the right size harness .
IMO all the pockets, compression straps etc are very well designed and have a practical use and not just for show!!

Originally Posted by 30late

I've got a 70ltr Aether ag and cant praise it enough, had no trouble with the hip belt chaffing me ,but it is important to make sure you get the right size harness .
IMO all the pockets, compression straps etc are very well designed and have a practical use and not just for show!!

Yep. Agree completely.
Best pack I have owned. I like the removable brain, handy for short day walks from base camp or huts.

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I bought a Gossamer Gear Maraposa 4 years ago and I've been surprised how well it's lasted. Around 800 grams and 60 litre capacity. The only downside is that it isn't even the slightest bit waterproof.
When this one finally wears out I'll definitely buy another.