Top lid for packs

[mtnwrunner]

So, let's suppose you all had or have a backcountry pack without a top lid.
What lid from another pack company would you or did you put on it and why??

Randy

 

[Baron528]

I use an Exo lid on a Kuiu Pro LT 5500. The Kuiu lid is a floppy bag that didn't come close to sealing the drawstring top. The Exo fits like a glove. I also prefer the pocket layout on the Exo compared to other lids on the market.

I'm trying to decide on my next bag purchase currently. Regardless of the brand, I will be using an Exo lid on the new bag as well.

 

[*zap*]

Depends on how much I want to put in the lid. Personally, I think there is no downside to a lid with good storage and some pals webbing on it. Maybe some loops inside for a chamber pocket or two.

 

[taskswap]

This will be my first year running with a lid. I just upgraded to a Mystery Ranch system. Their setup is a little weird. The lid that "comes with" the Beartooth pack is just that - just a lid. But you can buy the lid separately and if you do it's a different design, it has straps for day-pack use.

That's what I'm going to experiment with this year. I managed to get my "without water or food" load down to 3lbs, mostly kill kit, med kit, and a few accessories (chapstick, headlamp, that kind of thing). I can't say this is a "great way" to go. butI'm pretty optimistic. It seems like it adds capacity and flexibiilty without much drawback...

 

[RedSnow]

I like the Kifaru Guide lid. It has its own backpack straps to use as a day pack.

 

[wnelson14]

Sg lid on a Kifaru 22 mag, just played around with it, but I think it will work well, especially to strap a head on.

 

[Where's Bruce?]

I like the Kifaru Guide lid. It has its own backpack straps to use as a day pack.

Ditto...holds a lot of clothes too. I love a big lid. On some hunts that's all I strap to the CP.

 

[mrbillbrown]

Love my trimmed Kifaru Guide Lid. The old school Longhunter lid is a favorite too. Lots of space and light weight.


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[mtnwrunner]

All great ideas.....thanks!

Randy

 

[MaraviaDave]

Kifaru Guide Lid……after cutting off the backpack straps.

 

[justinspicher]

I am a huge fan of the MR lids, they make great shooting bags, can be worn as a pack and hold the right amount of goods for me.

 

[Paladin]

I use an Exo lid on a Kuiu Pro LT 5500. The Kuiu lid is a floppy bag that didn't come close to sealing the drawstring top. The Exo fits like a glove. I also prefer the pocket layout on the Exo compared to other lids on the market.

I've got the same setup as Baron and for the same reasons. I love my Exo packs and frames but that lid on the Kuiu Pro LT is an great lightweight combo.

 

[ghostrider272]

Same as Paladin and Baron. Have an extra EXO K2 lid and have set it up for use on my Kuiu Pro 2300 and 4000 LT. Couple bucks worth of hardware and it's all set.

 

[sivart]

I use my lid for just the quick access items. To me the lid is the most important part of any bag.

headlamp
steripen
gloves and beenie
snacks and drink mix
in reach

 

[Drenalin]

I've tried lids from Exo, Seek Outside, Mystery Ranch, Kifaru, Stone Glacier, and Kuiu. The only ones I liked were Exo and Seek Outside.

 

[Formidilosus]

So, let's suppose you all had or have a backcountry pack without a top lid.
What lid from another pack company would you or did you put on it and why??

Randy

I can’t stand a saggy, floppy lid or one that requires fussing or messing with it to get it stable and fixed in place. The Exo K3 lid is the best I have used, and maybe the newest SG lid. The lid is one of the most important features or designs of a bag to me, and those are the only two I don’t absolutely despise.

 

[prm]

I typically do not use lids because I despise anything baggy or loose on a pack. How well the EXO K4 snugs down when only loaded with day hunt gear will determine whether I even leave the lid on it.

 

[WV Mountaineer]

USMC IBLE pack lid.

 

[mtnwrunner]

I can’t stand a saggy, floppy lid or one that requires fussing or messing with it to get it stable and fixed in place. The Exo K3 lid is the best I have used, and maybe the newest SG lid. The lid is one of the most important features or designs of a bag to me, and those are the only two I don’t absolutely despise.

And that's why I'm asking. I also believe that the lid is crucial and I use it alot. Seems that the k3 has alot of votes.

Randy

 

[Formidilosus]

And that's why I'm asking. I also believe that the lid is crucial and I use it alot. Seems that the k3 has alot of votes.

Randy

I’ll send you one to try for a bit if you want?