Mountain bike for hunting

[Globe_trotter21]

Following for inspiration. Recently sold my full suspension so I'm looking at hard tail, fat tire bikes for this very purpose.

 

[Titan_Bow]

From gated logging roads in the NW to Plains whitetail, antelope, mulies, I’ve used my bike quite a bit for access. I have a little inexpensive trailer similar to what was pictured above as well. It’s been a great way to get far from the truck much quicker than walking. It’s amazing how fast you can cover a couple miles, especially on fairly tame terrain.

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[ScottyC]

I’m not an ebike supporter, but this would be a legitimate reason to use one.

 

[AZ_Hunter_2000]

How quickly can you folks stop when loaded down?

Not all locations allow someone or something to just clear the way. Sucks dealing with the spandex mafia when trail running and it'd have to be worse if they were hauling meat out.

 

[wyogoat]

How quickly can you folks stop when loaded down?

Not all locations allow someone or something to just clear the way. Sucks dealing with the spandex mafia when trail running and it'd have to be worse if they were hauling meat out.

I’ve had no problems stopping on relatively steep descents on my fat bike with a 70ish lb pack. I’m not descending at 30 mph or anything so checking speed but not a huge issue. I’m not running into people though usually.

 

[Moxeg]

I haven't been on a bike in years

 

[Mtndawger]

A friend used my set up a cpl weeks ago, gated roads here.

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That would be the way to go for packing. I’ve considered using a bike for access to one of my spots but really would not want to pack any substantial load on my back while riding. I may be getting a little too old for that! I have seen one wheeled bike trailers that would work pretty good for meat packing and maybe be more suited to single track or rougher terrain.

 

[zenke013]

If you're planning to wear your pack, make sure it has a low neck support or a way to modify it. Leaning over the bars pushes the pack forward, and with a helmet on it severely limits your ability to look up. I would test out wearing your pack with your helmet on first - you may be surprised at how much it limits your vision.

 

[wyogoat]

If you're planning to wear your pack, make sure it has a low neck support or a way to modify it. Leaning over the bars pushes the pack forward, and with a helmet on it severely limits your ability to look up. I would test out wearing your pack with your helmet on first - you may be surprised at how much it limits your vision.