Help with mystery ranch packs

[NDGuy]

Does anyone know if mystery ranch plans on releasing more bag only options? Not being able to just buy the bags only is kind of making me lean towards kifaru. I like that you can just buy one frame and have a few different packs.

I would be shocked if they didn't come out with a few more bag only options. I could see the next one being the Metcalf. Reason being a LOT of people run the Pintler or Metcalf and most would probably buy the other one so they have a 1-3 day pack and a 3-6 day pack. I am guessing they wanted to wait for their new Guide Light MT frame or whatever it is called that the Sawtooth/Beartooth run off of.

 

[Desk Jockey]

What new frame is coming out? Will all their current packs attach to the new frame. I'm thinking about getting a MR pack.

Does anyone know if mystery ranch plans on releasing more bag only options? Not being able to just buy the bags only is kind of making me lean towards kifaru. I like that you can just buy one frame and have a few different packs. And as new packs are designed just buy them and try them on your existing frame.

It is called the Guide Light MT Frame and it is currently available on the new beartooth and sawtooth packs as well as the sellway. Plan is to move all hunting packs to the new frame in 2020. It requires some buckle adaptors but it seems like most old packs are compatible. There are a few threads on it here somewhere and overall impressions seem positive on the frame updates. I am sure there will be a lot of discounting and reselling on the guidelight packs in the next year as people focus on the new frame.

 

[gchs4464]

If you can get a frame only, as the filbe main pack it fits it perfect. It’s a little heavier and you won’t have a load shelf with out making some mods. But it’s cheap and tough.


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[JCH]

I have the Marshall and wish I would have waited for the Sawtooth but Scheels had the Marshall on sale. May have to sell the Marshall. Very tempted. I think the Beartooth would be perfect for most of my hunts but yet be able to complete 7-8 day hunts just fine.

 

[NDGuy]

Here are some pics of the Pintler and Sawtooth. Sawtooth is the left pack in Foliage color and the Pintler is in subalpine. You can see the belt on the Sawtooth is way thicker and has the horseshoe design vs the tri zip.

 

[hutch2882]

New MR frame sounds intriguing. I am trying to decide b/w Pintler and cabinet and mule. Want a daypack that can haul if needed. Anyone ever find any add on bags like an eberlestock batwing to run on an MR pack? Would love to run a mule with a small add on.

 

[Ledanek]

Here are some pics of the Pintler and Sawtooth. Sawtooth is the left pack in Foliage color and the Pintler is in subalpine. You can see the belt on the Sawtooth is way thicker and has the horseshoe design vs the tri zip.

thanks for these pictures.
you can really see the difference in the newer MT belts that its more robust for heavy hauling.
2020 can't come any sooner so I can replace my GL with a GL MT frame and belt.
much appreciate the comparisons

 

[NDGuy]

thanks for these pictures.
you can really see the difference in the newer MT belts that its more robust for heavy hauling.
2020 can't come any sooner so I can replace my GL with a GL MT frame and belt.
much appreciate the comparisons

Yes I think I am going to keep my Sawtooth or buy the Beartooth and then wait until 2020 to get a Pintler bag only on the new frame.

 

[BlackFeather]

I'm in the process of finding my first MR as well. I am picking up a MR Dragon Slayer today as my first MR daypack. I'll save up for the Metcalf or Pintler next, providing I enjoy the Dragon Slayer. From everything I've read, they're a fantastic pack and the build quality is excellent.

 

[Ledanek]

I'm in the process of finding my first MR as well. I am picking up a MR Dragon Slayer today as my first MR daypack. I'll save up for the Metcalf or Pintler next, providing I enjoy the Dragon Slayer. From everything I've read, they're a fantastic pack and the build quality is excellent.

My memory is not golden, but, I read the Dragon Slayer was the grandfather of Pintler.
Basically the, Dragon Slayer on a frame vs older frame.
Best I can do for now:
https://images.app.goo.gl/gvmm7CsXok7nFBT46

https://www.carryology.com/bags/road-tests-mystery-ranch-dragon-slayer-hunting-pack/

 

[Trial153]

Yes dont go with a pintler if you have a dragon slayer ...they are almost the same pack.
The MR DS was great pack btw, I had one in optifade. I shouldnt have sold it.

 

[PlanoDano]

I also like the Pinter as it holds my camping and hunting essentials. If I need to extend trip I can carry extra food and water in the load sling.

 

[Brad@Argali]

I’m looking to get a do-all western hunting pack. Right now I’m looking at mystery ranch packs in the $500-$550 range. Not sure which of their packs would be best and thanks for the help.

I'll be posting this video on a separate thread, but check it out as we tried to show the entire lineup, features and best use for the hunting lineup.

Argali Mystery Ranch Hunting Pack Lineup

 

[Brad@Argali]

I’m thinking of backpack hunting, hence the Beartooth. Your thoughts?



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It just depends on how many days you want to backpack for. The Beartooth is a great pack for backpacking. It has a little more capacity than the Metcalf, so if you plan to hunt late season it could come in handy.

 

[Brad@Argali]

I know the pintler and mule come bag only, jyt do anothers. I saw on the MR QA that there are no plans for the Beartooth, Sawtooth, or Selway to be bag only. I was 90% set on the Selway, but now I am reconsidering...

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How much spare room did you have? I expect 7 days, easily.


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For 7 days the Beartooth is definitely going to be your best option. I've done 6 on the Metcalf, and you could even do 7, but it would be maxed out and you'd have to have small, lightweight gear.

 

[Ghanson4]

Thank you so much for all the discussion, I think I’ll go with the beartooth since most of my hunts will be late season rifle

 

[NDGuy]

I'll be posting this video on a separate thread, but check it out as we tried to show the entire lineup, features and best use for the hunting lineup.

Argali Mystery Ranch Hunting Pack Lineup

Nice video just might want to expand on the differences in frame design, from what I have seen they are quite different.