NEW Kifaru Frame & Suspension Review

[Aron Snyder]

Is the only difference between the 22" and 26" frames the length of stays? If I order a 26" frame and some 22" stays can I just swap them out if I want a smaller profile? Thanks.

No, the 22" frame also has a 22" frame sheet, and the 26" frame has a 26" frame sheet.....so that would not be possible.

 

[Where's Bruce?]

So what is the estimated turn around time for these new frames right now? I'm guessing they are backlogged 3 months or more.

 

[dotman]

As of yesterday estimated shipping date was 8/13.

 

[tipsntails7]

As of yesterday estimated shipping date was 8/13.

That's pretty good, considering I ordered 20 minutes after they wen up and mines 8/11/15

 

[Aron Snyder]

Let's hope for the best

 

[Tony Trietch]

As of yesterday estimated shipping date was 8/13.

That is great news. I was thinking I would pick one up mid August when I stop at the Kifaru office but maybe I can get away with still ordering.

 

[Rucker61]

That is great news. I was thinking I would pick one up mid August when I stop at the Kifaru office but maybe I can get away with still ordering.

You need to order if you want one. They don't keep inventory laying around.

 

[Tony Trietch]

Ok. Thanks for heads up.

 

[rhunter424]

Are there still only 5 columns of PALS on the small belts?

 

[Where's Bruce?]

So if you wanted a light day bag with exterior pockets (zippered and unzippered suitable for trekking poles, spotting scopes, tripod, fishing rod) on the new Hunter frame with a Cargo panel for hauling meat...which bag would you choose?

 

[rhunter424]

So if you wanted a light day bag with exterior pockets (zippered and unzippered suitable for trekking poles, spotting scopes, tripod, fishing rod) on the new Hunter frame with a Cargo panel for hauling meat...which bag would you choose?

I'm not sure on the cargo panel usage, but I'm planning on using the mountain rambler for that. I bought a 22" frame to use with the mountain rambler sans belt for lighter set ups. You can also use the bag without a lid.

 

[tipsntails7]

So if you wanted a light day bag with exterior pockets (zippered and unzippered suitable for trekking poles, spotting scopes, tripod, fishing rod) on the new Hunter frame with a Cargo panel for hauling meat...which bag would you choose?

Mountain rambler sounds Tailer made for what you want

 

[Where's Bruce?]

But I don't need a gun carrier (prefer the Gunbearer) and want a pack that's not quite so wide...so I can get into tighter places. Wish they made a Zippy w/ pockets like the DT packs in a slightly larger size (2500ci). Maybe a spike camp would work with the cargo panel for meat hauling?

 

[wyodan]

But I don't need a gun carrier (prefer the Gunbearer) and want a pack that's not quite so wide...so I can get into tighter places. Wish they made a Zippy w/ pockets like the DT packs in a slightly larger size (2500ci). Maybe a spike camp would work with the cargo panel for meat hauling?

I'm hoping they come out with something similar to the spike camp or late season for a 24" frame. It would be sweet to have one with a zippered pocket like on the timberlines, & a top pocket like the 22 mag. I'm all over that if it happens.

 

[Lonearcher]

With all the new advancemnts is the original duplex frame/system still going to be produced?

Obviously much has changed on the new frames. But regarding the load lifter loops is there anyway Kifaru plans on making a kit to modify older duplex frames? It seems doable maybe I'm wrong.

 

[dotman]

If people stop ordering them then they will go away, like all Kifaru items if they don't move they go to the rhino den.

 

[three5x5s]

Mountain rambler sounds Tailer made for what you want

I'm looking at the 22Mag bag with the ultalight frame. 3000ci bag. 1600ci main bag w/ 700ci in each side pocket. The pockets fold down when not in use to make the pack alot slimmer. The new Fuison 500D should be a lighter also. I thought I wanted the spike camp but think I'll get this set up instead.

 

[Where's Bruce?]

Hmmmmm...that might work.

 

[tipsntails7]

NEW Kifaru Frame & Suspension Review

I'm looking at the 22Mag bag with the ultalight frame. 3000ci bag. 1600ci main bag w/ 700ci in each side pocket. The pockets fold down when not in use to make the pack alot slimmer. The new Fuison 500D should be a lighter also. I thought I wanted the spike camp but think I'll get this set up instead.

I guess, it's smaller, more expensive, heavier and doesn't have a load sling which is what Bruce wanted....

 

[Where's Bruce?]

Anyone put a Cargo Panel under a Spike Camp?