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    KUIU Icon 5000

    It held up just fine for me. The only thing that started coming apart was the stitching on the side pockets. Have you experienced problems with them?
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    KUIU Icon 5000

    I've got about 30 miles with 33lbs in mine so far, I know not a ton of weight but thought I'd post my initial thoughts. Packs I've used in the past are - Kelty Red Cloud 6000, Badlands Sacrifice (twice before it was sold), Wilderness Packs Bighorn. -The lumbar pad does take some getting used...
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    Melissa Bachman Vs National Geographic

    Signed and forwarded as well. Thanks for posting this up.
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    Kifaru super tarp

    I would agree that the durapegs are pretty tough, although I did manage to break some last year when the ground was frozen.
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    best mountain rifle under $1,000/over $1,000

    Bump for the tikka T3. 270 WSM 150 Berger VLD 57 grains IMR 4350.
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    2012 Oregon Blacktail Archery Buck

    Awesome buck. Gotta love a few extra points.
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    2012 deer hunt already done

    Great buck, congrats.
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    Insulation layer, down or synthetic?

    I went with the Spindrift last season and really like it. It seems to handle some rain and wet snow just fine.
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    Lets See Your California Blacktails

    Awesome pics everyone. Great work, thanks for sharing.
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    Affordable Rain Gear that works...???

    Not sure if it fits your budget but High Mountain Outfitters has the Sitka Stormfront Lite on sale. $270 for a set. http://www.high-mountain-outfitters.com/Sitka-Gear-Closeout_c171.htm I couldn't turn down the pants at $120, but haven't had them out yet. I know in the past the gore-tex...
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    Sawyer Inline Water Filter

    For you folks running the inline filters, do you ever use powder drink mix's like WA or Gatorade? If so I assume you just filter the water to a clean bottle then mix it up. I was really interested in the inline filters but usually out a mix in my platypus bag, and assume that would be a no go...
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    2012 kuiu icon packs

    I have the 5000 on pre-order, sounds like it should be shipping next week. Cant wait to give it a go on some multi-day scouting trips before archery season. I'll make sure to get some reviews up. I don't have experience with the Kifaru packs but do with Badlands and Wilderness Packs. I do know...
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    Survival kit

    In addition to the normal items, I pack about half a roll of vet wrap. It's great for keeping moleskin on. If needed it would really help with bandages or splints.
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    Digiscoping???

    Shane, was wondering if you have tried this out yet. Or anyone else for that matter. It looks pretty interesting.
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    is Kuiu going to make it in time with our orders before the season?

    I hope the new packs ship this month as originally thought.
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    Where Are You Hunting??

    Late August and September will be archery for Rockies here in Oregon. Sitka blacktail trip to POW, in between elk hunting. October rifle for Muley's here in Oregon. November will be OTC Whitetail in Idaho. It's definitely exciting that archery season is right around the corner. Finally!
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    What's your shelter?

    For you guys running the tarps and annex, is condensation a big issue with them? I have the 12 man tipi and condensation is pretty bad generally.
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    Idaho draw results link

    Robby, thanks for the numbers I finally got through. No tags for me, or my hunting partner.
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    Idaho draw results link

    I still haven't had any luck with the phone or web. I guess patience is a virtue.
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    ID draw ODDS posted! Any minute now...

    Yeah i still haven't been able to get in. Guess they don't have to guarantee up time like the private sector. Great job Ryan..

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