I have a MR Pop Up 18 for sale. @ForkLift PM me if you're intersted, I'll give you a deal. My elk rifle just crapped the bed and I need to raise funds to replace.I use a mystery ranch pop up 28 when I want to go fairly light. Can pop up the frame and still carry a decent sized load out. That's a pretty good day pack as it's a pretty compact unit. I've tried all sorts of different brands of packs and Kuiu packs fit me the best. I also have a Kuiu icon pro 3600 that works well for a day pack. You can cinch the straps down on about any brand pack and compress it down to a pretty small size.
Haven’t owned that one but had a Sitka took bucket or bag (I get them confused) with a similar stand hauling system. Ended up trading it before I used it but it felt cumbersome to try and strap my saddle stuff to it, felt like it was designed for a larger lock on. As for just a backpack I think it adds unnecessary weight. I also ended up with a kifaru Stryker xl and a few attachments for a day hunt bag.Anyone try using the “whitetail” first lite transfer pack for a day pack, or pack out on a spot and stalk?
Thank you for the advice and information!Haven’t owned that one but had a Sitka took bucket or bag (I get them confused) with a similar stand hauling system. Ended up trading it before I used it but it felt cumbersome to try and strap my saddle stuff to it, felt like it was designed for a larger lock on. As for just a backpack I think it adds unnecessary weight. I also ended up with a kifaru Stryker xl and a few attachments for a day hunt bag.
I have that pack and was thinking about using it for that. I’ve used as a range and diaper bag.I've been super happy with my 5.11 Rush pack
Since you don't need a frame pack for hauling meat, this bag is durable and will carry all they things. Perfect size pockets for cell phone. bottom exterior pouch is big enough for kill kit, flaslight, and other stuff. The main pouch has enough organization to carry a hyration pouch, rain gear and snacks.
Mine gets used as a hunting bag mainly, but gets range duty too. I did consider buying a 2nd one for a diaper bag (don't wanna drag a poop smell into the woods with me)I have that pack and was thinking about using it for that. I’ve used as a range and diaper bag.