My gear/pack layout from base layers to binos

[Q_Sertorius]

Im using the FOB harness (with those same binos), though I specifically wanted one in Orange which rules out the SG one that has seemed like a favorite among the S2H guys.

Yes, I do want it in orange. I’m only going to use it for rifle hunting.

 

[Speaks]

Yes, I do want it in orange. I’m only going to use it for rifle hunting.

That limits your options a bit then. I really like the FOB though. It fits the binos well, at first I thought it was too tight but it broke into them perfectly in short order. It opens forward with magnets like the marsupial (not like the old FHF ones). I like the harness. I added the wings, the range finder case, and the E3 pouch. The range finder case perfectly held two of the waters rifleman mags. The other pouch holds my licenses, a can of Zyn and a little V head with an arca bottom in case I want to shoot off my tripod. I used the expo in reach mini holder on the bottom and keep a few trauma quickclot bandages in the back of the bino holder.

Mine does not have extensive use but has held up well and also fits well under my exo pack. I also use orange on the harness for bow hunting, just a little orange adds some margin of safety with lots of folks doing other things in the woods at that time.

I cant say this is the best but I prefer it to the older FHF harness as well as the marsupial that I had before.

 

[Formidilosus]

@Formidilosus,

-As someone who likes fire... not like that... your reliance on natural fibers resonates.

-I have the same jetboil from the same era, with a horrifying amount of use on it. The o-ring that seals the canister/stove mating surface just gave up the ghost during use which resulted in a fireball. Jetboil went through different o-ring sizes with the different generations, and finding a parts kit for the Gen 1 is not a thing that I could reliably source. I ended up buying these: 3642N13 from M-Carr. They work, but are thinner than OEM. Durability to be determined. I recommend having one in your spares bag. There is another o-ring internal to the stove valve, I haven't dealt with that one yet.

-That anorak puffer looks good, please pass data when able.

Good info. Thank you.

And will do on the jacket.

 

[Formidilosus]

Is that puffy likely to be out by next fall?

Yep.

 

[Formidilosus]

The map case I was using as a makeshift binocular harness ultimately proved unsatisfactory after six weeks of field use this season. Is there a particular binocular harness you think is best, @Formidilosus? It needs to hold a pair of Leica Geovid R 10x42s. Thank you.

Edit - I started off looking at this one:

Standard Binocular Chest Pack

Marsupial Binocular Pouch allows quick one handed access to your optics. The front lid stays opens and closes by utilizing strong magnets.

www.marsupialgear.com

The Stone Glacier Sentinel is the best option on the market currently. Get the mag pouch and accessory pouch to put on it. However, I have it rigged to work with this harness-

Airframe Harness

We’ve built the Airframe Shoulder Harness using a skeletonized design which produces a lighter weight product while providing ultimate breathability for the user. This shoulder harness is made from laminated Squadron material and edged with premium air mesh for all day comfort. It also has a...

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I am going ti try this one next-

Overwatch Harness

The Overwatch Shoulder Harness is a low-profile, webbing-based harness designed for seamless integration with any FHF Gear Bino Harness or Chest Rig. Built for comfort and versatility, this harness provides a secure, comfortable and minimalist fit. It comes standard with detachable bino hangers...

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[Q_Sertorius]

Thanks, Form!

 

[WCT3]

Steve from Exo mentioned that they might be releasing a harness next year that would work with most bino packs. I'm pretty interested in trying that out once it's available

 

[atmat]

The Stone Glacier Sentinel is the best option on the market currently. Get the mag pouch and accessory pouch to put on it. However, I have it rigged to work with this harness-

Airframe Harness

We’ve built the Airframe Shoulder Harness using a skeletonized design which produces a lighter weight product while providing ultimate breathability for the user. This shoulder harness is made from laminated Squadron material and edged with premium air mesh for all day comfort. It also has a...

fhfgear.com

I am going ti try this one next-

Overwatch Harness

The Overwatch Shoulder Harness is a low-profile, webbing-based harness designed for seamless integration with any FHF Gear Bino Harness or Chest Rig. Built for comfort and versatility, this harness provides a secure, comfortable and minimalist fit. It comes standard with detachable bino hangers...

fhfgear.com

Ohhh those look cool. Let me know what you think. My sentinel still slides down a bit, though it cuts into my neck much less than the old SG model.

 

[Q_Sertorius]

The Stone Glacier Sentinel is the best option on the market currently. Get the mag pouch and accessory pouch to put on it. However, I have it rigged to work with this harness-

Airframe Harness

We’ve built the Airframe Shoulder Harness using a skeletonized design which produces a lighter weight product while providing ultimate breathability for the user. This shoulder harness is made from laminated Squadron material and edged with premium air mesh for all day comfort. It also has a...

fhfgear.com

I am going ti try this one next-

Overwatch Harness

The Overwatch Shoulder Harness is a low-profile, webbing-based harness designed for seamless integration with any FHF Gear Bino Harness or Chest Rig. Built for comfort and versatility, this harness provides a secure, comfortable and minimalist fit. It comes standard with detachable bino hangers...

fhfgear.com

What makes a “good” or “bad” binocular pouch?