Aron Snyder leaving Kifaru

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Maybe I'm just an idiot (most likely the case) but I never got the appeal of kifaru packs. Every video I saw looked like you'd need 2 hours and a PhD to figure out how to put the pack together with all the straps and buckles. Add in trying to do that with a boned out animal, in the dark, in freezing temps... I'll pass.
 

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Maybe I'm just an idiot (most likely the case) but I never got the appeal of kifaru packs. Every video I saw looked like you'd need 2 hours and a PhD to figure out how to put the pack together with all the straps and buckles. Add in trying to do that with a boned out animal, in the dark, in freezing temps... I'll pass.
You have identified the exact appeal. It's modularity, multiple packs, lids, and pockets available to fit your needs. Once the pack is set up there's no fuss and it's just like any other bag.
 
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It will be interesting to see what packs he uses in the future. When he and Brian Call broke up, I found it really funny how butt hurt Aron was that Brian wasn’t using a Kifaru anymore, I guess we’ll see if hypocrisy pops up.
 

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You have identified the exact appeal. It's modularity, multiple packs, lids, and pockets available to fit your needs. Once the pack is set up there's no fuss and it's just like any other bag.
But you get to pay for the extra material, straps, and buckles by having a really heavy pack.
 

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Well actually The first Kifaru bags were just one big bag. Minimal if no pockets. Very simple.

The draw to me for Kifaru was the comfort with loads. I’ve tested alot lot of packs and they always seem to carry weight the best for me.

I have a tactical frame with a Gnargali which is just one big bag. Works great.

The extra two pounds doesn't concern me on a daily basis and when it has 150# in it I'm pretty confident it won't break. Pack is damn tough and wears pretty good.
 

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Maybe I'm just an idiot (most likely the case) but I never got the appeal of kifaru packs. Every video I saw looked like you'd need 2 hours and a PhD to figure out how to put the pack together with all the straps and buckles. Add in trying to do that with a boned out animal, in the dark, in freezing temps... I'll pass.
They have made a few bags over the years I thought looked awesome and I regret not getting and also a few that I didn’t see any reason for. I’d still love to try an older timberline 2 or 3

not very product from any company is a home run though
 
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