Tenzing packs for hauling out?

[N2TRKYS]

I worry that the kelty I have won’t handle a awkward item like a quarter well due to the locations of the compression straps. I’ve hiked with 35lbs in it recently and it worked ok, but I need to make a ruck weight around 65 to really see how it works loaded up. Honestly I better concentrate on getting the quarter before I waste a lot of time figuring out what do do once I have one.

Just buy some extra compression straps.

 

[Vaultman]

Any advice referencing land surveying and laser scanners is awesome!

I am a surveyor too.
Unless your screen name means you are out "shootin' surveyors"... in that case ... I am a realtor.

Best of luck on the pack options. Keep watch over the classifieds, and your local craigslist. I picked up a bag on CL for $120 less than they sell new, and the guy had it stored for 1 year, but had never used it. He did not know of a better way to sell it than on CL so that is where he went. Got me a deal! And he was HAPPY to finally find someone looking for that quality of bag.