The TERATORN goes fishing.......and

[mtnwrunner]

an unplanned rokslide cliff test.....me still attached.

Well, not too dramatic but did go for a tumble trying to jump over something I shouldn't have. Pack held up fine.

Took the Teratorn out for a couple days backcountry fishing. The more I use it, the more I like it. Obviously it holds enough for this use but I'll once again reiterate how much I like the separate sleeping bag compartment. I've always liked and preferred the separate sleeping bag compartment (REI XT 85) among others.
On this trip, I had a Durston Xmid 2, sea to summit ether pro XT and an enlightened equipment 30 degree quilt plus pillow all in this space. Viola!
One additional thing i discovered is that the designed trekking pole loops hold a fly rod perfectly.
Crocs and light rain gear go into one of the sidepockets and the helinox chair zero go into the opposite one. Ive got several more backcountry trips planned before it's use during hunting season.

Randy

 

[mxgsfmdpx]

Over a full week in on my Teratorn and I’m loving it.

Packs sure have come a long way since my first “hauling backpack”. My Dads 1970s aluminum framed Boy Scout pack that I still have. Notice the side wing zip pockets

 

[mtnwrunner]

Yup, pretty amazing gear back in the "old days."
And we survived.

Randy

 

[mxgsfmdpx]

Teratorn went mountain shooting again this morning...

 

[Braaap]

Teratorn went mountain shooting again this morning...

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Can you post more pics and your opinion on using the pack with day pack loads in it? I’m sold on the pack as a multi day pack and I’ve seen it in person, however I’m still a little unsure about using it for a day hunt in mild weather. Thanks

 

[mxgsfmdpx]

Can you post more pics and your opinion on using the pack with day pack loads in it? I’m sold on the pack as a multi day pack and I’ve seen it in person, however I’m still a little unsure about using it for a day hunt in mild weather. Thanks

Yeah I have plans to make a video since this exact request has been made by several folks now. Basically the plan is to make a video on how I plan to use it for multi day hunts, and how I use it for daily shooting/scouting use. Just need to check in with @Ryan Avery on where/how to post it up, and I need to get some better video making equipment as I suck at it.

 

[Schmo]

Yeah I have plans to make a video since this exact request has been made by several folks now. Basically the plan is to make a video on how I plan to use it for multi day hunts, and how I use it for daily shooting/scouting use. Just need to check in with @Ryan Avery on where/how to post it up, and I need to get some better video making equipment as I suck at it.

Did this get posted yet?

 

[mtnbound]

Over a full week in on my Teratorn and I’m loving it.

Packs sure have come a long way since my first “hauling backpack”. My Dads 1970s aluminum framed Boy Scout pack that I still have. Notice the side wing zip pockets

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My body just spasmed at the sight of this devil-made pack. If it had been in blue, I would have probably thrown up in my mouth.

 

[mxgsfmdpx]

Did this get posted yet?

No.

 

[longrangelead]

Can you post more pics and your opinion on using the pack with day pack loads in it? I’m sold on the pack as a multi day pack and I’ve seen it in person, however I’m still a little unsure about using it for a day hunt in mild weather. Thanks

I've had mine for 6 weeks or so. The nine day wilderness trip I had planned didn't happen so it's just been day hunts.

At first I tried to use the wings to contain everything, unless they are full, it just adds baggy bulk. I ended up stuffing the wings between the bag and frame and just using the compression straps to hold it all tight.

How I load it for day hunts:
The bottom is big enough I can stuff puffy pants/coat, rain pants/coat, gloves, knit hat and extra orange vest in it.

Top compartment gets the day gear. Extra box of ammo or two extra mags depending on rifle, toilet paper/wipes, fire kit, first aid kit, 2-1 liter smart waters, misc pouch (w/cord, ribbon, contractor bag, range finder battery, power bank and charge cords), kill kit and 1 or 2 Butthole Sandwich(s).

I hunt with my wife often so depending on how long I/we will be out, I'll add Jet boil, food, cup, coffee and appropriate extra water.

I don't run the lid as a day pack but still have plenty of room for an extra shirt or whatever and still compress it down tight when it nearly empty.

On the outside I have a Molinator in the shock cord and a jellyfish in the left stretch pocket, sissy stix and tripod on left side if I take it.

If I'm hunting, my rifle is in my hand. If I'm point A to B or otherwise need my hands, rifle goes on the right side. Again, top compression strap keeps it all tight.

I haven't packed meat with it yet, but I'll do a more detailed review after I do as well as a multi day trip.

Because I don't run the lid for day hunts, I wish it had a pocket inside one of the zipper flaps for small things like spare ammo/mags, lighter etc.

I keep 1 spare mag on my bino harness but secondary mags I'd like to have more accessible.

I'll post pics later

 

[Braaap]

I've had mine for 6 weeks or so. The nine day wilderness trip I had planned didn't happen so it's just been day hunts.

At first I tried to use the wings to contain everything, unless they are full, it just adds baggy bulk. I ended up stuffing the wings between the bag and frame and just using the compression straps to hold it all tight.

How I load it for day hunts:
The bottom is big enough I can stuff puffy pants/coat, rain pants/coat, gloves, knit hat and extra orange vest in it.

Top compartment gets the day gear. Extra box of ammo or two extra mags depending on rifle, toilet paper/wipes, fire kit, first aid kit, 2-1 liter smart waters, misc pouch (w/cord, ribbon, contractor bag, range finder battery, power bank and charge cords), kill kit and 1 or 2 Butthole Sandwich(s).

I hunt with my wife often so depending on how long I/we will be out, I'll add Jet boil, food, cup, coffee and appropriate extra water.

I don't run the lid as a day pack but still have plenty of room for an extra shirt or whatever and still compress it down tight when it nearly empty.

On the outside I have a Molinator in the shock cord and a jellyfish in the left stretch pocket, sissy stix and tripod on left side if I take it.

If I'm hunting, my rifle is in my hand. If I'm point A to B or otherwise need my hands, rifle goes on the right side. Again, top compression strap keeps it all tight.

I haven't packed meat with it yet, but I'll do a more detailed review after I do as well as a multi day trip.

Because I don't run the lid for day hunts, I wish it had a pocket inside one of the zipper flaps for small things like spare ammo/mags, lighter etc.

I keep 1 spare mag on my bino harness but secondary mags I'd like to have more accessible.

I'll post pics later

Thank you! I ended up buying one back in the summer. After seeing it at S2HU I was pretty sold on it. I used it as a day pack for an antelope hunt and a deer hunt and a backpacking bird hunt, as well as just a backpacking trip with my kids. So far I love it and I haven’t wanted to get a smaller day pack to use for day hunts. I like the size of it and how it can be set up so many different ways.