Seek Outside Brooks Review.

[Lockster]

Not sure if anyone else can see the photos but I’m just getting an error message when I try to open them...

 

[darcytribe]

Trying them again
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[darcytribe]

hmmm I'm usually able to post photos, not sure what's up...

 

[Sverimerica]

Trying them again
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What do I need to see these? It just takes me to another rokslide page.

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[darcytribe]

cant figure out what's happening with photo posts

 

[Sverimerica]

"I’m assuming if you wanted to you could quite easily “pack narrow” to keep the load a bit taller but less bulky width wise."

I should taken a photo to show how much of the main bag was empty before I rolled it down to close. I could have gone quite a bit higher making the pack narrower. The sleeping bag sideways in the bottom kind of drives the width. Turning it vertically would help in this regard.

Rossi,
For your tastes, would you use this for a 4 or less day trip or reach for something smaller? Is there any other reason you might reach for a smaller pack or does this cinch down nice enough to be a do-all pack, for your tastes?

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[Rossi]

Rossi,
For your tastes, would you use this for a 4 or less day trip or reach for something smaller? Is there any other reason you might reach for a smaller pack or does this cinch down nice enough to be a do-all pack, for your tastes?

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I'm still figuring that out for myself. I really like the Revo panel with a smaller bag for shorter trips and the external load shelf versatility. I will continue to mess with it this summer to figure out what works best for me. The news that there might be a Revo version of the Brooks might solve this dilemma.

 

[Sverimerica]

I'm still figuring that out for myself. I really like the Revo panel with a smaller bag for shorter trips and the external load shelf versatility. I will continue to mess with it this summer to figure out what works best for me. The news that there might be a Revo version of the Brooks might solve this dilemma.

Which bag are you using with the revo panel?

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[Rossi]

I've been using either a Kuiu 1850 or Ultra 3000 attached to the Revo panel. I like the organization of the 1850, but it is not quite big enough for more than day hunting. I used it for an overnight with camp in a dry bag in the load shelf. I used the 3000 with my camp stuff in a dry bag in the load shelf for 3 days. The Ultra 3000 does not have the same organization as the Icon bags. I would probably like the Icon Pro 3200 or 5200 or the Peregrine for intermediate trips. I think I will like the Brooks for day hunting with the ability to haul meat and for backpacking with the wife and kids where bulky, comforts are taken. I'm not sure if it is optimal for shorter 3-5 day hunting trips.

 

[Leebob]

Rossi,
For your tastes, would you use this for a 4 or less day trip or reach for something smaller? Is there any other reason you might reach for a smaller pack or does this cinch down nice enough to be a do-all pack, for your tastes?

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If you don’t mind me butting in,..... I loaded my Brooks with day gear, 77mm spotter, tripod, etc. It weighed in at 16 lbs and compressed down very well. If day use will be the primary use the only thing I would contemplate is taking out the frame extensions and running it at 24”. IMHO it is lighter and more comfortable than both an MR Longbow with NICE frame and a Kifaru DT2. About the same bulk as the Longbow and more compact than the DT2.

With the limited time I’ve spent with the pack I see no need for a Revo panel unless you want to have multiple bags.

 

[Sverimerica]

If you don’t mind me butting in,..... I loaded my Brooks with day gear, 77mm spotter, tripod, etc. It weighed in at 16 lbs and compressed down very well. If day use will be the primary use the only thing I would contemplate is taking out the frame extensions and running it at 24”. IMHO it is lighter and more comfortable than both an MR Longbow with NICE frame and a Kifaru DT2. About the same bulk as the Longbow and more compact than the DT2.

With the limited time I’ve spent with the pack I see no need for a Revo panel unless you want to have multiple bags.

I think you can still swap bags, so long as its an integrated platform bag? Maybe I am wrong. The brooks has had my eye for a long time. It is cheaper to get a brooks than a unaweep with merlin. I know the brooks will be too big for my needs for most of the time, but winter excursions are a different story. And if the brooks packs down well enough for smaller trips too, maybe its worth it. The layout of the brooks appeals to me more than their other bags, except the peregrine looks interesting also, but again, for gear intensive outings and especially with taking the kids, that 3500 cui. fills up fast. I bet I could fit an entire roe deer in there

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[Leebob]

Yes, I believe you are correct. You can swap the integrated frame between bags. I don’t think it’s near as convenient though.

Excuse the poor pics.

 

[Sverimerica]

Yes, I believe you are correct. You can swap the integrated frame between bags. I don’t think it’s near as convenient though.

Excuse the poor pics.

Thanks for the pics! That cypher looks badass!!

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[Rossi]

I should add that my first pack was an Eberlestock Just One with the batwings. I loved that design but not the suspension of the Eberlestock. The Brooks is a much more comfortable and lighter version of the Just One.

You can switch bags with the Brooks or unaweep or back to the Revo panel. It is pretty easy to do. Takes maybe 5 minutes or less. And I agree that for day use, running the Brooks at 24" is the way to go. I've been training with 50 lbs in the pack at 24" and it carries great. More weight and I would probably want more lift. I just like keeping the pack at or below my shoulders.

 

[Sverimerica]

If you don’t mind me butting in,..... I loaded my Brooks with day gear, 77mm spotter, tripod, etc. It weighed in at 16 lbs and compressed down very well. If day use will be the primary use the only thing I would contemplate is taking out the frame extensions and running it at 24”. IMHO it is lighter and more comfortable than both an MR Longbow with NICE frame and a Kifaru DT2. About the same bulk as the Longbow and more compact than the DT2.

With the limited time I’ve spent with the pack I see no need for a Revo panel unless you want to have multiple bags.

Part of my thinking is that the brooks would be cheaper than upgrading all of my cold weather gear to more compact versions and trying to squeeze them in a smaller pack. I have a very streamlined 3 season kit, but my winter kit is bulky. Not really heavy, but takes alot of space. I cant afford to just go upgrade everything either. A $500 brooks would mean I can still haul my bulky winter sleeping system which has plenty of life left, and my bulkier stove which simply works better in the winter than my more compact one. Thanks guys, I am saving up!!

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