2014 Stone Glacier Packs

[littlebuf]

only thing im not real sure about is the tripod pocket. that would interfere with how i carry my bow. but looks like you could easily strap the tripod to the side like i do on my timberline

 

[ScottR_EHJ]

If its a shorter tripod put it inside the zipper.

 

[Huntr]

I am really looking forward to getting my hands on one of these! Love the full zip!

 

[Ramcam]

Yep this one is comin north for a test drive.The zipper and belt improvements sealed the deal.A little birdy told me that Kuiu has some significant changes coming as well.

 

[Kurt]

Manosteel, Stone Glacier will be at Dallas SCI, Sheep Show in Reno, SCI Vegas, and Elk Camp this year with Schnee's. We will have a full update including specs, videos, and pricing around the 1st on our site. Thanks for the interest.
Kurt

 

[MTbowhunter36]

Recently sold my T3, can't wait to get my hands on the 5100!!

Weight (includes load shelf and KRuX frame)
Sky 5100 = 4.08 lbs.
Sky 5100 compressed to 3500 Bivy mode = 3.72 lbs.

 

[60x]

Hmm.... external tripod pocket, four internal pockets, a long zipper, ditched the infernal snow collar and added a bigger/better lid. 7400 cubes @ 4.23 lbs? I think I could own one of those.

Also two different anchor points for the lid buckles on the new version, which should cure the loose lid issue when partly loaded that I disliked.

Yk

YK you better get one and write up a review on how it fares in the AK range .. I am seriously interested now that Ive been packing for one..

 

[Ridgerunner]

I didn't get how it gets that much smaller with only a 500 c.i. Lid that comes off. Maybe i am missing seething though.

 

[SDHNTR]

Hey Kurt, can the new belt with the power pulls be retro'd to fit on older style Krux frames?

 

[Kurt]

SDHunter, yes, the 3 pc belt with power pulls is compatible with existing Krux frames. The customer will have a choice between the existing 1 pc belt or the 3 pc belt depending on preference. Both belts work with the power pulls.

Ridgerunner -Once the lid is removed, the top portion of the pack can be compressed and wrapped back over the top of the frame with an integrated storm flap that makes the pack weather proof in bivy mode. Seams and compression straps are located and sewn to provide tight compression along the natural fold lines of the fabric with no excess or loose fabric when in bivy 3500 cubic mode. I am out of town until the 26th, but instructional videos will be available soon after my return that will help with design and function.
Kurt

 

[Yellowknife]

Kurt,

Can the lid still be used when in "bivy mode"? It looks like the lid has a set of lower attachment points that might be for that purpose?

Isaac

 

[Matt Cashell]

Awesome looking evolution of the pack system, Kurt!

 

[Ridgerunner]

Ok that makes sense

 

[Kurt]

Isaac - Yes, the lid can be used in bivy mode or anywhere in between the 3500 inches and 5100. Just as you pointed out, there are two different locations the for attaching the lid compression straps to the front of the pack depending on how many cubic inches you are using, these buckles are quick detach. The 5100 comes stock at the lower position, and the 7400 stock at the upper position. The same goes for the back side of the pack/lid connection, there are multiple retaining positions for tight compression and no lid shift with varying heights of the load. The combination of these two also allows the lid to be easily and quickly detached.

Bitteroot bulls - Thanks for the compliment, very much appreciated.

Kurt

 

[jmez]

Really like the looks of these. Nice upgrades.

 

[littlebuf]

did i miss the price?

 

[jcodyc40]

Funny, just stopped in at Shnee's on friday to check out the packs and made a comment to the salesman that as nice at the packs were I would really like a powerpull type system on the belt. As soon as I got back to home I saw this post on the new products, very nice. I can definitely see myself sporting one of these packs in the near future.

 

[Darren Best]

Having not used a pack with a power pull, what is so great about it?

 

[Stid2677]

Having not used a pack with a power pull, what is so great about it?

Power pulls allow you to bend over and use both hands to exert great leverage since the belt goes through a doubler to tighten the waist belt by pulling forward with both hands, much more so than you can by pulling on a non powerpull belt to the rear. By tightening a waist belt on a pack you transfer the load to your hips and carry the weigh there instead of carrying it with your shoulders. A tight belt allows helps prevent chaffing.

After using PPs I would never use a pack without them.

 

[stephen b]

IMO- power pulls are somewhat of an asset.

But..... I can work fine with a pack without them; as long as the belt buckle works well for non slippage, I am good. There is a technique to get a non PP WB to tighten; maybe not quite as easy as with a PP- but still very effective. If I want, I can get the non PP WB on my SG pack so tight that it will put loads of pressure on my abdomen and diaphragm. It can get insanely tight if you want- and more important it will stay where you put it. Whereas, I have used packs with a "PP" WB that still had slippage in the buckle. The buckle in the long run is what keeps the belt tight.

Even though PP WB are a convenience; they are still relatively new in the pack world, and lots of packs were made and used before PP's ever came along.

Just my 2c- and may just be worth that.