I typically run it with a set of batwings and a bigger bag till I get to my desired destination, drop the bigger bag, and run it with just batwings. They have enough room for a puffy, rain top, gloves, beanie, game bags/kill kit. And if I’m running a spotter I put the tripod between the two...
I enjoy the aziak handle and for the weight savings it’s definitely a cheaper option to lighten up the pack. Has worked very well so far and as it’s carbon fiber so it doesn’t get crazy cold like the factory metal handle would if the foam was removed or you grab it closer to the tripod head...
I have used the f1 for 3 going on 4 seasons now and while it is a great pack frame and extremely adaptable it does have quirks. The shoulder pads destroyed my shoulders when I was broke using a Walmart camo top. Switching from cotton was a must and now I run it with a core lt weight hoodie and...
The folding aluminum handle havalon I’ve used on two deer with the 60a blades and it works great but it’s definitely a pain to clean after use. Don’t have to worry about it in the field though which is nice. With the havalon, 5 60a blades, case, and blade changer it shows 3.8 oz on my scale.