NEW Kifaru Frame & Suspension Review

[rhunter424]

Aron - I know you guys are busy but is there any way to get a 22 MAG bag pictured next to a xing and maybe the urban zippy?

Dimension wise the 22 MAG seems to be slightly taller than the zippy.

 

[NVCHUKAR]

Well Tuesday should be my ship date, if that's the case I will have my new frame in hand by Friday.

 

[Tuscor]

You both using AMRs in those photos?

 

[rhunter424]

Too quiet on this thread...

 

[mt100gr.]

Too quiet on this thread...

I think we are all just waiting "patiently" for these frames. With the exception of the testers and what they have revealed, it hard to speculate. But I know that I am really looking forward to having one appear on my porch!!

 

[Shrek]

Did anyone get a shipping notification yet ?

 

[dotman]

Yeah just patiently waiting here

 

[JP20]

From what I was told they are running a week behind. My ship date was 13th but now they're hoping for next week.

 

[tipsntails7]

From what I was told they are running a week behind. My ship date was 13th but now they're hoping for next week.

Ugh

 

[NVCHUKAR]

Bummer but i didnt expect it to be on time, As long as i get it by the end of august.

 

[COlineman78]

From what I was told they are running a week behind. My ship date was 13th but now they're hoping for next week.

Maybe I should just show up at the shop tomorrow anyways; who could refuse this face

 

[mrbillbrown]

Grab my stuff while you're there if you've got a large truck.

 

[Ridge Runner]

I like the looks of the 22 mag but really want the 26" frame for heavier loads. I believe the video said they wouldn't work well together? What are possible issues with that combination?

 

[mrbillbrown]

I don't remember Aron say it wouldn't work. It just won't fill up the entire length of the frame like the other "full size" bags. Think he said there will be a small space left below the bag.

Perfect for a pod, long pocket, bed roll, foam pad etc...

 

[rhunter424]

I like the looks of the 22 mag but really want the 26" frame for heavier loads. I believe the video said they wouldn't work well together? What are possible issues with that combination?

I'm guessing it's the same reason why Kifaru doesn't "recommend" running the larger bags on the 22" frame. It won't be 'pretty'.

I got a 22" and 24" frame. I'm planning on running a mountain warrior, DT2, hc4800 and AMR on the 22". I figure if I put the tri-glides in the common loops on the bottom of the frame and cinch down the lower compression straps tight then it'll fit good enough. The tri-glides should help keep the lower delta strap in place too.

That's my theory at least. If it doesn't work then I'll be returning my 22" frame or hoping Kifaru comes out with a top loading 22" frame specific pack that doesn't end in "rambler"

I'm still on the fence about the 22 mag...

 

[Ridge Runner]

I'm guessing it's the same reason why Kifaru doesn't "recommend" running the larger bags on the 22" frame. It won't be 'pretty'.

I got a 22" and 24" frame. I'm planning on running a mountain warrior, DT2, hc4800 and AMR on the 22". I figure if I put the tri-glides in the common loops on the bottom of the frame and cinch down the lower compression straps tight then it'll fit good enough. The tri-glides should help keep the lower delta strap in place too.

That's my theory at least. If it doesn't work then I'll be returning my 22" frame or hoping Kifaru comes out with a top loading 22" frame specific pack that doesn't end in "rambler"

I'm still on the fence about the 22 mag...

Actually like the 22" tried it out at the store a couple weeks ago. I'm planning an AK moose hunt next fall and think the 26" will be a better option. Probably just go with the rambler instead

 

[COlineman78]

Aron has said elsewhere that the 22 Mag will work perfectly fine on the 24/26, it will just look a little weird/awkward. I'm still torn between it and the rambler.

 

[Ridge Runner]

Aron has said elsewhere that the 22 Mag will work perfectly fine on the 24/26, it will just look a little weird/awkward. I'm still torn between it and the rambler.

That's my concern. His definition of weird/awkward may be a bit different than mine! I would like to see a picture of the 22 Mag on a 26" before I drop the $

 

[rhunter424]

Actually like the 22" tried it out at the store a couple weeks ago. I'm planning an AK moose hunt next fall and think the 26" will be a better option. Probably just go with the rambler instead

What bags did you try on the 22" frame?

 

[Ridge Runner]

What bags did you try on the 22" frame?

It was actually a 22mag. I wish I would have paid more attention. Was just trying to figure out what frame to get.