doverpack12
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If you ever get to Missoula I have a 2014 3500.
After 56 pages and over 1100 posts on this pack I figured I'd ask if anyone in the Billings,Mt area had a 3500 that they'd let me look over. I've never seen one of these. I and everyone I hunt with have MR's but I'd sure like to get something a little lighter.
I think I have decided to go with the Exo packs but am at a loss as to whether I need the 3500 or 5500. I won't be spending more than 7-8 days in the field with it as a backpack hunting pack. I will be carrying my shelter (haven't decided between UL tent or a tipi style) and my sleeping bag/pad. I have a tendency to over-prepare and pack more than I need but realize I am going to have to work on that. A LOT!!!
Can I pack what I need for a week in the backcountry in a 3500 or should I get the 5500?
I think I have decided to go with the Exo packs but am at a loss as to whether I need the 3500 or 5500. I won't be spending more than 7-8 days in the field with it as a backpack hunting pack. I will be carrying my shelter (haven't decided between UL tent or a tipi style) and my sleeping bag/pad. I have a tendency to over-prepare and pack more than I need but realize I am going to have to work on that. A LOT!!!
Can I pack what I need for a week in the backcountry in a 3500 or should I get the 5500?
I went ahead and pre-ordered today. I sure hope it isn't 10 weeks like the site says. Not sure if I can handle the anticipation that long!!!! LOL.
Now to make up my mind on a shelter.
Any word on if or when a blaze orange beaver tail will be released?
The 3500 has more space than it seems. However. I would put the 3500 as an up to 5 day trip. Over that I would say 5500. Obviously many factors apply as to how much you can fit.
Go with the 5500, you can always compress extra bag space, but when it's full, it's full. I started out with a Kifaru Highcamp 4800, and just upgraded to the 7000, very glad I did.
I went with the 5500. I always end up panicking at the last second and packing extra stuff I really don't need.
Exactly why I sold my 2014 3500 and have the 5500 on order!
Does anyone in the Denver area happen to have one of these packs? Either the 3500 or 5500. I'd love to see one before placing an order.
I was thinking of getting a Kifaru but the Exo packs piqued my interest since they have more pockets and I'm anal about organization.
Does anyone in the Denver area happen to have one of these packs? Either the 3500 or 5500. I'd love to see one before placing an order.
I was thinking of getting a Kifaru but the Exo packs piqued my interest since they have more pockets and I'm anal about organization.