Thread: Packs with a rifle pocket?

Originally Posted by MattyP

Yes, true. But from the comments in this thread most people made it sound like a debacle to "draw" the rifle out of various holsters, which was why the Vorn came up.

So is it not that big of a deal after all to just grab the stock and whip it out quickly?

Na, it could be tricky with a big long rifle i guess but i don't own a big long rifle so its not a problem.

Originally Posted by veitnamcam

Na, it could be tricky with a big long rifle i guess but i don't own a big long rifle so its not a problem.

A long rifle is easier to grab as it sticks up higher. Most big long rifles however aren't best suited to offhand snap shooting...

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Originally Posted by MattyP

Yes, true. But from the comments in this thread most people made it sound like a debacle to "draw" the rifle out of various holsters, which was why the Vorn came up.

So is it not that big of a deal after all to just grab the stock and whip it out quickly?

Simple answer is that the rifle shouldn't be in the scabbard in the first place so shouldn't be an issue which way round the rifle is. If you carry the rifle in the scabbard all the time I guess you have to accept that you might loose some opportunities as a result (i.e. walking in/out of hunting area). So I either carry the rifle in my hand if I'm sneaking about (and probably don't have one of these packs on my back in this case) or I'm purposely looking for animals further away and being ready for them or shooting at range so it doesn't matter if it takes an extra couple seconds to get the rifle out...

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Sexy slippers, bet those godown a treat in the hut

I think its a 35l

Good points. I am used to carrying my rifle now and my hands feel weird without it already, so that's fine. Can always stow it for particularly steep bits, etc, so can use hands.

Pretty set on the J107 Dragonfly. However, it seems pretty hard to find places that stock it. Found 1 place in NZ but the colour is terrible. Any recommendations? Will go ebay if I have to, but might not arrive before xmas and i'd like to use it late december.

Try nz Asia, they may have it or may know who does.

Direct from Eberlestock is the way to go I think...

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I got mine through outdoorsupplies.co.nz were super helpful, rang me the next day to say the colour they had in stock was slightly different to what they had on their site.
Worked out that after shipping and tax I would only save $50-100 so figured I would help out a kiwi company, and get it quick sharp

Just ordered the J107 Dragonfly from Eberlestock. Few extras too such as rain cover, internal duffel, 3l hydration bladder. Shipping was extremely harsh compared to some ebay sellers but I couldn't find one with any decent colour choices or any of the extras so I paid the extra. Oh well!

Originally Posted by MattyP

Just ordered the J107 Dragonfly from Eberlestock. Few extras too such as rain cover, internal duffel, 3l hydration bladder. Shipping was extremely harsh compared to some ebay sellers but I couldn't find one with any decent colour choices or any of the extras so I paid the extra. Oh well!

What colour did you end up going with?

Originally Posted by Nibblet

What colour did you end up going with?

Mossy Oak Brush. Looks like it'd match a Hunters Element jacket I want.

The 107 is good for bigger trips
Gunslinger is a good day pack

So as not to start a whole other thread - what sort of sleeping bags are people using? What ratings do you recommend, -5 enough?

Looking at some MacPac stuff - tents and sleeping bags. Am told that it's good stuff - opinions?

Prefer sleeping bags that have zip-together options for when the wife comes along.

Apologies for totally hijacking this thread for my own purposes . Not really.

As nice as it is to snuggle up to the significant other its even better to be able to roll away

Think long and hard as to weather you really want to be zipped in tight with your been sweating all day partner.