Thread: Rifle scabbards

I use the eberlestock j-34 and, as nibblet said, if packed right it's bloody good. Having the rifles weight right against your back (instead of the back / side of your pack) is great for balance and I just pack a couple heavier items + a full camelback on the opposite side to offset the weight.

Negatives = 'slightly' heavier than other packs... I don't personally notice an extra kg when you're dragging your weight + 20-30kg of pack up a hill though. Need to spend an extra two mins packing it right.

Positives = versatile - leave most of your kit at camp and turn it into a day pack, take your bino harness off the waist band and throw it on the bivvy etc. Sturdy as hell - made for the us army I think. Havier pack has thick / strong harness system and is fine carrying well over 30kg of meat and gear.

Thinking about getting a cactus or twin needle for those 1-2 day trips though!