Pack for training

[ChaseH]

I’m considering getting an extra pack mainly for training and also for my brother to use to help me pack meat out. He goes hunting with me but he fly fishes while I hunt. That’s why he doesn’t already have a pack. I use a MR Metcalf but since this wouldn’t be my primary bag I don’t want to spend a ton on it. These are some of the ones I’m considering.

Horn Hunter full curl lite $170
Eberlestock mainframe $197 with discount
Alpz commander x $250
Alpz freighter external frame $150

I’ve read mixed reviews on most of them. Any thoughts or suggestions on other packs?

 

[HingleMcCringleberry]

I have a milsurp molle 2 frame (from ebay) and a wilderness specialty suspension with load sling. I think i have 150 bucks total in it. Works great as a training pack and could easily haul quarters.

 

[Hootey]

eberlestock makes some really solid products i would go that route from the ones you have listed if it were me

 

[Nine Banger]

did you look at exo k4?

The crib panel accessory would be good for handing it to your brother for a pack out.

I run a k4 and a stuff sack with 40lbs of gravel for training.