Backpack for waterfowl

[Ozark]

What backpacks, carts, or sleds are all you public land waterfowlers using to haul your gear?
Thanks,
Ozark

 

[Rob5589]

Cabela's cart I have had for years, one of the usual sleds fits on top, bag of dekes, blind bag for ammo, gear, snacks, etc.

 

[1shotgear]

Sitka's Full Choke Pack is our favorite pack for walk-in hunting!

 

[full choke]

I am still waiting on my royalties from Sitka...


Anyhow- when hiking any type of distance into our duck spots we lash our decoy bags to a pack frame. In particular, I use an old Cabelas Alaskan frame. I haven’t carried a decoy bag not lashed to a frame in 20+ years.

For goose hunting we use custom built four wheeled carts to get all of our stuff into the fields.

 

[Ozark]

I have been using a 7200 cu in eberlestock blue widow but still find myself wanting more space. I have been thinking about the pack frame route.

 

[realunlucky]

Initial Ascent has a decoy bag that attaches to thier frame system making it very comfortable to carry for long distances. Maybe they'll post up some info
@Team Initial Ascent

 

[Brendan]

New waterfowl hunter. Because I don't want to buy more new gear while I figure out what I'm doing, I just use my Kifaru. EMR2 or Muskeg 5K.

 

[Ozark]

Initial Ascent has a decoy bag that attaches to thier frame system making it very comfortable to carry for long distances. Maybe they'll post up some info
@Team Initial Ascent

That sounds interesting.

 

[Wallace]

A boat, or a Polaris Ranger, depending on if I'm hunting public or one of my private leases.

If I'm hunting public timber and have to park the boat and walk to the hole, I'll bring a jet sled. It's a decent size one, will hold around 4 dozen decoys. I use texas rigged decoys 99% of the time, if I need to bring more I just put them around my neck. I've never been a believer that you need a blind bag stuffed with crap to hunt ducks or geese. I use a Filson strap vest. Shells and a wind indicator in the front pockets, thermos/TP/bird straps/gloves/etc in the back pouch. I've been going this route for the last 10 years with no issues.

 

[shanks]

x2 on the Sitka

 

[Team Initial Ascent]

Initial Ascent has a decoy bag that attaches to thier frame system making it very comfortable to carry for long distances. Maybe they'll post up some info
@Team Initial Ascent

This might be of interest.

https://initialascent.com/product/decoy-hauler-kit/

The Decoy Hauler is designed to fit seamlessly with our existing frame and suspension system creating a total modular experience. Our quick connect system makes the transition from backcountry hunter to waterfowl hunter in a few minutes. You have never experienced comfort like this before when hauling decoys. Our suspension system is designed to transition the weight into your hips verses on your shoulders. The hip-belt uses a two-stage smart foam within the lumbar region providing unmatched comfort and support making this the most comfortable decoy bag on the market.

• Dimension 52”x 24”
• Capacity to carry 2 dozen decoys
• Materials UV resistant heavy-duty mesh. 1000D Cordura®. Duraflex® hardware
• Oversized pocket 18”x 10” ideal for carrying Mojo® decoy
• Two side pockets 20”x 5” capable of carrying full boxes of shells. Pockets also allow for securing a shotgun to the bag on the right or left side
• Drawstring designed for maximum capacity
• 4 D-Ring locations to secure lanyards or carabiners for tangle free weight systems
• 2 horizontal compression straps on exterior of bag
• 2 compression straps that connect into load lifter slots on frame for added stability
• Oversized boot handle to aid in pulling out decoys
• $499.95

 

[WKR]

Rogers tough man cart (really great cart)
Jet sled (need to buy the XL)
Benelli blind bag

 

[Oregon]

Only thing I use.

Shappell Jet Multi-Purpose Utility Sled

Shappell Jet Utility Sled - Rugged Polyethylene Sleds with Molded Runners for Strength and Stability. Ideal for Ice Fishing, Transporting Deer, Firewood, Traps, Decoys, Feed, etc.

www.sportsmans.com

30 decoys, blind bag, thermos, gun.
carrying anything is silly.