Attaching Exo 5500 bag to Kifaru frame

mk_v

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I searched to see if I could find anybody that has done it. I got to try on a kifaru pack and really liked the fit of the frame, it was so comfortable! The exo I had was my favorite bag layout that I have personally used. So my question if I ordered the new Kifaru ultralight frame would I be able to attach the 2015 exo 5500 bag? And if so would I still be able to utilize having the meat pack between the frame and the bag by using the meat shelf?
Couldn't find a answer when I searched so thought I would throw it out there and see if someone has done it.
Thanks!
 

Cantharellus

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Not sure if the bag would attach to the frame, but the new frames have some loops where a load shelf could attach. Check out some of the videos of the new frame.
 
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mk_v

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Not sure if the bag would attach to the frame, but the new frames have some loops where a load shelf could attach. Check out some of the videos of the new frame.

I saw that, looks pretty good.
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dotman

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Yes I did it with the EXO 3500 and bikini frame. You will need to cut off the EXO buckles and get itw nexus buckles from mil-spec monkey. The buckles that EXO uses are not compatible with the ITW nexus buckles Kifaru uses. Other then that it is pretty straight forward swap.

I didn't love the EXO bag so ended up selling it, so no pics.

I don't think you would have any issue getting the EXO bag to work on the new frame but just so you know the EXO is pretty much a copy of the Kifaru Timberline bag other then the timberline has two back pockets vs the one on the EXO and instead of a side zip it is a bottom zip.
 

mfolch

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A variation on the now popular Exo-on-Kifaru thread, but has anyone tried to attach the Crib Load Panel to the hunting duplex (or any other Kifaru frame for that matter). Seems like a fair and cost-effective compromise between a grab-it and cargo panel. Also, it might be an interesting day-hunt combination with the 1500 Horn Hauler and/or the 'Slurpy Stalker' water bladder carrier.
 
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