Stone Glacier

[Stevesangwonshin]

Has anyone had any experience with the stone glacier x curve and Krux frame?

 

[WeiserBucks]

What are your questions?

 

[DrBeetleKill]

Not sure what you are after. I run the x curve frame and have no experience with the krux frame. It all depends on the shape of your back. If you are trying to decide between the two, there is a way to test your back shape. You can stand with your back against the wall. If you are able to put your fist between the wall and your lower back the xcurve might be best. I would always advise you to get both and test the fit and return the one that doesn't fit correctly.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

I’ve had an xcurve since ~ 2017, it’s been used pretty hard. I tried the crux frame for a bit and I found the xcurve fit me better.

If you have any more specific questions I might be able to help but I havnt played around with that many backpacks. I got the SG to move on from Kifaru and now it’s been like 8 years using that pack. My only other frame is a Barney’s frame which I’ve never raised as a backpack, just a load hauler for moose and bears.

 

[Eastonsgrandpa]

Has anyone had any experience with the stone glacier x curve and Krux frame?

I tried both. Love their bags and the people behind the company. Just couldn’t get either frame to work for me. Tried extra foam, changing placement, different strap angles…. Really wish they had worked well. If it fits you, definitely a great system.

 

[BradArnett]

I have 5 seasons on my xcurve frame. Ive had no major complaints. I was curious about the krux frame though. So This summer i pulled the curved stays out and cut some 250 spine arrow shafts to make it like the krux. Carried out 2 whitetail so far and found i prefer the flat stays. With loaded up weight it feels like it sticks to my back better and I don't have to crank the belt down as tight.

 

[Grassymike]

Post #3 nailed it. All about how much curve in YOUR back.

 

[turbobrick]

I started out with an X-Curve, thought it fit me well, but then I tired a Crux and it was a great improvement. Bought a set of Krux stays for my training bag so it matches my hunt bag, and its been a huge positive for me.

 

[Stevesangwonshin]

Not sure what you are after. I run the x curve frame and have no experience with the krux frame. It all depends on the shape of your back. If you are trying to decide between the two, there is a way to test your back shape. You can stand with your back against the wall. If you are able to put your fist between the wall and your lower back the xcurve might be best. I would always advise you to get both and test the fit and return the one that doesn't fit correctly.

I ended up doing that. Just waiting for the packs to come in. Thank you

 

[allima]

New here, sorry late reply. I recently purchased the COL 4800 with the COl with the Krux frame. I would highly recommend, if you're still in the market, to go and try them on first. I went to my local retailer and loveed the X Curve initially. After I put weight in it and walked around the store I switched to the Krux. It made a huge difference trying it out with some weight on it. We are each built differently and it's difficult to say which one's going to be best for you.

 

[Grassymike]

It is really not hard at all. Xcurve is made for the 20% or so of people with more than average curvature in their back. Seems a lot of people jumped on using this frame without figuring that out. Post three nailed it, if you have enough curve this frame is for you. Otherwise the krux is the one you want. Do compare them with weight.