New KUIU Packs

[Eagle]

Looks like KUIU listened and has changed up their suspension and frame after last year. They've also gone to a 5000 and 7000 ci bag with some other changes as well. Thought some of you might like to know.

http://blog.kuiu.com/2012/05/23/pre-order-2012-new-products/

Aron, any chance you'll be testing the new KUIU stuff out at all?

 

[cmeier117]

I am curious what the difference is with the frames? I see the suspension added a lumbar pad. Good upgrade IMHO. It also has been fitted with a "tacky" material... Kinda like the "Packlock" material on my Timberline...

 

[Matt W.]

I am curious what the difference is with the frames? I see the suspension added a lumbar pad. Good upgrade IMHO. It also has been fitted with a "tacky" material... Kinda like the "Packlock" material on my Timberline...

+1, but I'd also be real interested in how tough the frame itself is. I'd like see some videos of folks lifting it up with heavy loads on it from various angles and perhaps a few drop tests... Rumors on the durability of the old frame is what pushed me to my yet to arrive Kifaru DT...

 

[Matt Cashell]

Looks interesting. Hunters have to love a competitive market.

 

[Chesapeake]

I like the changes, but not sure what to think of the shoulder straps being velcro'ed on. Wonder how the velcro is attached to the frame, how long the stuff will last, and how well it will hold when trying to lift a 100# load up on your back with 1 shoulder strap. First the slip channels, and now velcro. Whats wrong with just bolting the things on? Drill several holes for some adjustment and bolt each strap on with 2 titanium or aluminum pan head bolts.

Thinking I'll probably hold tight for another year and see how things pan out.

 

[Lawnboi]

If they did away with the pivoting hip belt it would be more appealing to me.

 

[cmeier117]

Looks interesting. Hunters have to love a competitive market.

True that!! Love those companies making each other better!!

 

[trevore]

I'm not concerned about the velcro. Badlands uses velcro on the waist belt on the Ox for attachment. It doesn't budge. I'm more curious about the stiffness of the "stays" on the new frame.

 

[slim9300]

I like the changes, but not sure what to think of the shoulder straps being velcro'ed on. Wonder how the velcro is attached to the frame, how long the stuff will last, and how well it will hold when trying to lift a 100# load up on your back with 1 shoulder strap. First the slip channels, and now velcro. Whats wrong with just bolting the things on? Drill several holes for some adjustment and bolt each strap on with 2 titanium or aluminum pan head bolts.

Thinking I'll probably hold tight for another year and see how things pan out.

I thought the same thing but I was happy to see the changes. Someday I may buy another Kuiu pack. I wonder what they will weigh. I didn't see that listed. Last year was a debacle when it comes to weight. I am still a little bitter about that. Lol.