Kifaru Ultralight frame and Muskeg bag ~ review preview

[GGFerrier]

 

[JP100]

Has anyone looked at possible seam sealing on the bags??

Too much stitching/seams to be practicable?

Anyone taken one for a swim yet?

 

[SCOGS]

Thanks guys I appreciate the input. I placed an order for a 2800 and an ultralight frame today.

 

[SoTxShooter]

slim,

Thanks for all you've contributed to this thread. I didn't end up getting a muskeg bag, but I have learned some things about frame fitment from your pictures. Appreciate it!

 

[Summitmike]

Thanks slim, I was between the 5 and the 7 I'm thinking the 5 after your pictures thanks

 

[Summitmike]

GG what size bag is that pictured?

 

[GGFerrier]

GG what size bag is that pictured?

2800 with the guide lid. Originally they sent me the 5000. I got it and thought, somethings off here then I noticed no pocket on top. Called and the nextday’ed my 2800.

The 5000 is HUGE, I couldn’t fill it with all my gear plus every different bag I own; 0°, 20°, 40° quilt and my Marine Corps woobie. Lol

 

[GGFerrier]

7-10 days, 40 lbs with room to spare. The same gear barely fit in my old pack.

 

[Summitmike]

Thanks great pictures

 

[jjd]

7-10 days, 40 lbs with room to spare. The same gear barely fit in my old pack.

Is that 7-10 days with food? Thought I was gonna get the mid size, but after seeing your pics I’m really liking that one.


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[GGFerrier]

Is that 7-10 days with food? Thought I was gonna get the mid size, but after seeing your pics I’m really liking that one.


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Yes w/food. We make our own meals. I’ve made a conscious effort to go ultralight on everything so the 5000 is too much for me.

 

[jjd]

Yes w/food. We make our own meals. I’ve made a conscious effort to go ultralight on everything so the 5000 is too much for me.

Awesome! Thanks, that’s the rout I’m thinking of going. Gonna make my own meals this year as well.


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[Loco4dux]

GG you’re killing it.

 

[wyodan]

Just a quick update (not trying to hijack Les’ thread). So far this new frame has been superior to anything Kifaru has released (Lite and UL) And I own them all. The comfort from 20 to 60 pounds is unmatched and there really is no difference between the two options so far. Soon I will get them loaded up with over 100 pounds and we will see how they do. I have high hopes.

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Slim, are you rocking the 5000?

 

[slim9300]

Slim, are you rocking the 5000?

I have one but that’s the 7k Muskeg synched down. Here are some more pictures from recent backpacking trip.

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[wyodan]

I have one but that’s the 7k Muskeg synched down. Here are some more pictures from recent backpacking trip.

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Thanks for the extra photos. I'm having a hard time trying to decide between the 2800 and 5000. I'll probably have to buy both and send back one.

 

[slim9300]

Thanks for the extra photos. I'm having a hard time trying to decide between the 2800 and 5000. I'll probably have to buy both and send back one.

I’m sure you know this but the women has the 2800 in the photos. I have the 7k Muskeg.


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[WV Mountaineer]

Yes w/food. We make our own meals. I’ve made a conscious effort to go ultralight on everything so the 5000 is too much for me.

Well, you have pretty much nailed it

 

[GGFerrier]

Well, you have pretty much nailed it

it has certainly cost me though. Lol

 

[mauidiver]

Slick set up