Ok, I got my EMR II / Duplex frame yesterday. First time Kifaru guy here. I have to agree with FTF, she's a WIDE lady. Not really as big overall as I expected. Doesn't really seem like 8400. I've got another pack around 8200 and it feels bigger. Don't get me wrong, it's a big pack. I will say it is fairly light for what it is and probably close to 3-4 lbs lighter than the other, even with the duplex.
First thing I have to say is; as stated above, the waistbelt is killer! You can really lock it down and it seems to stay put pretty doggone well so far. I only have about 40 lbs in it right now, but I'm impressed. rest of the pack is well layed out, modularity should be very cool although this pack doesn't seem like it will need much extra. I have the longhunter lid (not as big as I expected either), two belt pouches, and a grab it. I can't imagine needing more than that.
I honestly haven't changed anything fit wise yet. I think I'll move the tri-glides on the shoulder straps slightly forward to adjust the load lifters, but other than that, pack came in and pretty much fit like a glove. Seems like the guys at Kifaru paid attention to the measurements I sent in and must know there stuff about setting them up. I suppose a tweak here or there might come into play, but impressive so far.
I've loaded it 3 times so far to change the configuration. Kind of like FTF, just a learning exercise to keep it trim. Possibly a training hike this weekend, hope I can work it out. Looks like temps will drop back out of the 90's here in the South so might be doable. I'm not a summer boy, I like it cool and cold.
