New Packs from Kifaru 2024

[krisn416]

I appreciate that information. That is what I feared- I own both 24 and 26. Disappointing for all of us users of the 26.

No prob! 99% sure the 24” DL is actually 25” tall, which is why it’s the same height as the Ark.

 

[SkunkCabbage]

The frame for them is a do all solution buy splitting it down the middle.
Sucks they can’t just make another jig….

 

[LitenFast]

The frame for them is a do all solution buy splitting it down the middle.
Sucks they can’t just make another jig….

This..

I’m 6’4” with a 21.5” torso and short for my height legs. A 26” frame has given me adequate lifter angle even with decent amount of weight. I’m leery of a 25” frame doing that for me.

This and a better for me bag design have me looking at ordering a K4 5000 with 26.5” frame from Exo


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[JNDEER]

This..

I’m 6’4” with a 21.5” torso and short for my height legs. A 26” frame has given me adequate lifter angle even with decent amount of weight. I’m leery of a 25” frame doing that for me.

This and a better for me bag design have me looking at ordering a K4 5000 with 26.5” frame from Exo


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I owned all EXO frames (25”- until the K4) 24 & 26 kifaru frames. I can make a 25” work- but that extra angle of lift the 26 gives me feels so much better not only with daily pack weight- but especially with heavy loads.

If the pack won’t be on your back all day for day hunts (stop and glass often) and you don’t mind carry a greater % of weight on your shoulders for the heavy loads a 25” will work- but a 26” is better

 

[roosiebull]

This..

I’m 6’4” with a 21.5” torso and short for my height legs. A 26” frame has given me adequate lifter angle even with decent amount of weight. I’m leery of a 25” frame doing that for me.

This and a better for me bag design have me looking at ordering a K4 5000 with 26.5” frame from Exo


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I bet you’re correct. I’m 6’ with a 34” inseam (shorter torso) and like my waist belt a little higher than most, so I generally have my packs setup for 17.5” torso, and I wouldn’t want a shorter frame than the 24” duplex lite.

The 25” k4 is perfect for general use for me. I’m pretty sure I’m going to get a second k4 frame with the 26.5” stays and a load crib and have a dedicated meat hauler for when I’m helping others. I hate having to clean my main hunting pack several times a year, especially during season and I see the utility of having a meat hauler setup that I can grab to keep my hunting pack clean

I’m curious to see how this all shakes out for the bigger guys, 25” seems like it has to be a compromise, but of course that’s speculation, I haven’t even tried an Ark on

 

[deadwolf]

My new ARK frame looks to be almost 2” shorter side by side to my 26” duplex lite 26”

The shoulder strap foam, which has been explained to be better in many ways, seems thinner with less padding than duplex lite suspension. Still may be more comfortable as explained in videos, being that it is more dense.

This photo here of the ARK clearly shows off a carbon weave pattern, which is missing from the frame that went to production, it having just a matte black color to it. Serves no function of course, but found it interesting that what arrived wasn’t what was shown in promo photos.

Time will tell which is better, I’m excited to give the ARK a try. What I really need now is to get out waaaaaaay more than I do. Nothing like high dollar purchases to help motivate you : )


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[SkunkCabbage]

This..

I’m 6’4” with a 21.5” torso and short for my height legs. A 26” frame has given me adequate lifter angle even with decent amount of weight. I’m leery of a 25” frame doing that for me.

This and a better for me bag design have me looking at ordering a K4 5000 with 26.5” frame from Exo


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So did some digging earlier
Duplex lite is 24.5” and 26.5 in reality.

measured my torso from top of iliac crest to the one vertebrae. I should fit that frame but I’ll have to test it in the next 2 weeks when it finally arrives. Curious to see if it can be a one and done.

 

[wowzers]

I’m 6’4” with a 21.5” torso and short for my height legs. A 26” frame has given me adequate lifter angle even with decent amount of weight. I’m leery of a 25” frame doing that for me.

This and a better for me bag design have me looking at ordering a K4 5000 with 26.5” frame from Exo


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I’m the same height and torso length. I just got the frame last weekend and have a bag coming. I’ll let you know how it compares to an old duplex frame.

 

[trophyhill]

I’m hoping for a large internal frame pack, something like the old T1.

My DT1 is still my favorite extended stay bag. With a Guide lid and large belt pouch on the lid, it carries all I need

 

[prm]

I measured an Ark and K4 from the center of the waist belt to the top of the load lifter attachment and they are the same. Both are 25” frames.

 

[LitenFast]

I measured an Ark and K4 from the center of the waist belt to the top of the load lifter attachment and they are the same. Both are 25” frames.

Which K4?


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[prm]

The bag would not change that measurement. But it was a 3600.

 

[LitenFast]

The bag would not change that measurement. But it was a 3600.

Correct. But whether you have a K4 in 22, 23.5, 25 or 26.5” frame would.

I thought maybe you were saying the 26.5” k4 frame was measuring 25” like the ARK.

Two 25” frames measuring 25” makes sense.


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[StopMakingSense]

Sooo how many of you own the frame and how many are just speculating here?

I've got my new ARK loaded to 105lbs (60lb sandbag + 45lb ruck plate) ... I'm coming from a 26" Duplex Lite and the frame is every bit of a dump truck as the last one.

What pictures do you want to see? I'm 5' 11" 185

 

[SkunkCabbage]

I think can speak for most men as we are fans of dump trucks.

 

[Dos Perros]

Why didn’t they put a gap between the top corners so you can put your head back?

 

[prm]

Why didn’t they put a gap between the top corners so you can put your head back?

I tested that on mine and the only way I can touch with my head is if I crank down on the load lifters too much. With the lifter just snugged down I cannot touch even if I try.

 

[tbian1]

Is it normal for kifaru to have such a limited stock?? They've only got small duplex frames right now and all out on stryker xls. Looks like the ARC frame, hellbender, and Maniml are in though.

 

[wowzers]

Is it normal for kifaru to have such a limited stock?? They've only got small duplex frames right now and all out on stryker xls. Looks like the ARC frame, hellbender, and Maniml are in though.

I ordered a hellbender on the 4th and it still hasn’t shipped.

 

[SkunkCabbage]

I’d contact them. They had an issue with their order transferring at least with my ark frame order. Just message the live agent with your order number