Game Bags

[hubbs77]

@hubbs77 do we need to get some Argali bags?

Have some!!

 

[Maverick1]

I’ve used the same set of pillow cases for 10 years on deer and elk. I had my wife stitch some paracord into the top of it so I can cinch it and hang it. You can also put them in a vacuum sealer to make them a little more compact and fit in your pack.

Same. But I use women’s 4XL panty hose vacuum sealers. Disposable, do not get reused!

 

[Kolton10018]

Pillow cases are my go to. Cheap and do the trick.

 

[WYndy1]

Depends on your hunt. In the mountains/backcountry I use Argali high country which imo are the best money can buy. For day hunts I have cheaper Allen back country which have served me well for several seasons. I started with pillow cases and diy deep bags made from sheets (synthetic/nylon blends) which also worked good but ended up with random lose threads occasionally.

 

[WCB]

I use the cheap cheese cloth ones. Buy the big ones and you can double wrap quarters. Never had an issue and if one rips or gets lost who cares. When done with them soak them in cold water for a few hours in the slop sink then throw in the washing machine come out brand new. My buddy uses pillow cases...star wars if I remember right but could be a mix.

 

[Schmo]

Argali High Country

 

[project_84]

Zippered pillow cases. Can’t be beat

 

[Ross]

I’ve used Alaskan game bags for decades and tend to get 2-3 bulls on each before they tear. Have done a great job. Was given some tag bags and used them on a small bull this year. Things I like. They are lighter, condense smaller than 5 Alaskan bags and the drawstring was handy. One did tear from sticking to the blood and removed the next day when my packing buddy pulled too hard where it was stuck on the blood. Give them a thumbs up and look to breath sufficiently. I use four on quarters and a 5th for loose meat. Have used 4 Alaskans doubling up the front arms. You don’t need to spend a ton on bags and I use sewed sheets for packing the next day. Also, flys were not an issue this year, but have found blow on my Alaskan before you just knock off, that may not be an issue with the tag bags.

 

[highcountrymuley]

Historically used cheap Allen bags but was gifted some TAGS bags. They are alot less volume and weight in pack but they were a little small for elk quarters. I used one bag for bstraps and got the Allen bags on return trip with frame pack. Will save them for backcountry deer hunts.

 

[Rogue Bay]

Has anyone used the Tricer bags?

 

[grizz19]

Just used the GOHUNT elk bags on my AZ bull and was super impressed with them

 

[Jtb.kfd]

I Grakksaw for backcountry and love them. I use Kuiu for everything else but my son bought Marsupial bags this year and they were even better. They are light, have multiple attachment/hanging loops and are super reflective which was great at night. I will be switching over to them soon

 

[Huntsalot]

Allen bags are cheap and have worked great for me.

 

[Overdrive]

250-300' roll of Saran wrap never need game bags and cost is around $5. My meat processer loves seeing me come in with my quarters wrapped,stays clean and fresh.

 

[Catchfish]

250-300' roll of Saran wrap never need game bags and cost is around $5. My meat processer loves seeing me come in with my quarters wrapped,stays clean and fresh.

Your meat can’t breathe and would trap heat in, you must be able to get it to the processor fast? That sounds like everything I always preach against for meat care.

cheese cloth works great for certain applications but if it’s going to get stretched out I have seen bugs getting in so I only use on my choice cuts when I know the bag won’t be stretched.

I prefer my caribou bags for everything but moose. Also have black ovis and tag as well.

Moose I use the old school canvas bags and that are the size of a Santa sack it’s nice to twist your hands up and have something to lift with a partner.

 

[Overdrive]

Your meat can’t breathe and would trap heat in, you must be able to get it to the processor fast? That sounds like everything I always preach against for meat care

Nope, it's been done for 25+ years and has been field tested with thermometers and cools just the same as game bags and keeps the meat fresher, no dry crust on the outside. Saran wrap breathes just fine why do you think it's food grade and people use it everyday in their kitchen.

 

[Pony Soldier]

I have three duffle bags of my wife's reject sheets. If I skin the game in the field, I wrap each quarter in a sheet and then in a mannie for the trip out.

If I quarter with the hide on, I skin after I get to the house, scrub them down and wrap them in sheets to hang in the barn. They are usually frozen by morning or at least the second day. Sometimes I have to thaw the quarters on the porch before I have to skin them. They are hairless and blood-free when I cut them up.

I use p-chord or baling twine for snugging the sheets on. A side benefit of ranching.

 

[realunlucky]

Historically used cheap Allen bags but was gifted some TAGS bags. They are alot less volume and weight in pack but they were a little small for elk quarters. I used one bag for bstraps and got the Allen bags on return trip with frame pack. Will save them for backcountry deer hunts.

They come in different sizes including ones that will fit a mouse quarter

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[rayporter]

If I quarter with the hide on, I skin after I get to the house, scrub them down and wrap them in sheets to hang in the barn. They are usually frozen by morning or at least the second day.

sheets are great for many uses.
sheets are also handy at the truck. if you can hang before packing into coolers or in hot weather when flies are out.

 

[Jethro]

Nope, it's been done for 25+ years and has been field tested with thermometers and cools just the same as game bags and keeps the meat fresher, no dry crust on the outside. Saran wrap breathes just fine why do you think it's food grade and people use it everyday in their kitchen.

I’m picturing myself trying to hold a quarter and wrap it with Saran Wrap. Don’t think I’d ever try that.