SG 5900 or 6900

[Tradchef]

In your opinion which of these would be the more versatile of the two? I have a lot of experience with the 5900 over the years. I do a lot of day hunts, late season hunts and backpacking and it’s been great. I do hunt solo most times and I do like to get stuff in one or two trips unless it’s a big bull then usually it’s 3 to 4 if I’m lucky. But I pack a lot of meat in the bag as well as load shelf. When. My lady gun hunts with me I pack her stuff a lot of times too. The 5900 can get a bit tight during late season with clothing and meat and gear. I love the center zip and the space the 6900 would give. What are your thoughts if you just did a one and done bag for most things

Scott

 

[j3h8]

You answered your own question with the 5900 being tight at times.

 

[eamyrick]

5900 was about perfect for me for sub 4-5 day trips but when you start packing winter gear and water that space gets up quick. For me my 6400 was topped out to start on a recent 8 day Alaska trip so I bumped up to a 6900 and have no regrets. For hunting out of a camp in CO or 2-3 fly fishing tips I’ll use my 3600 and lid.

 

[Matt5266]

Sky Talus 6900 is now the only bag I own. It can compress up nice when you need it to.

 

[actionshooter]

I have never heard anyone say "Gee, I wish my pack was smaller and held less"

 

[Tradchef]

I have never heard anyone say "Gee, I wish my pack was smaller and held less"

True story.

 

[j3h8]

It's mere ounces, always go bigger. You can cinch a large bag smaller but that small bag is going to always be small.

 

[Grassymike]

Went 6900 and absolutely love it. Center zip and those long side pockets are amazing. I use it for 9 day sheep hunts, everything fits and is easy to access.

 

[92xj]

Anyone know the circumference difference of the main bag between the 5900 and the 6900?
This use kills the folks at SG, but sometimes I carry 50lb sacks of grain or cubes and the 5900 is to tight.
For all my backpack and carrying full quarters, the 5900 does great, but there are times I wish the circumference was just a little bigger.
Is the 6900 a touch bigger/wider in the main bag specifically?
I absolutely love a U shape zipper and that front pocket for day stuff, but could force myself to like the side pockets, If the main bag is bigger.