To attach and detach the pod you have to use what I felt were cumbersome little clips that slide through the top and bottom of a daisy chain. This pack was a consideration for a 7 day backpack hunt, do you think it would handle it or should i look for something else? A bit more weight conscious. They use Stone Glacier now. In that the Optics Pack is only 4600 cubic inches, I found that it isnt big enough if you are going to be spending multiple days backpacking out in the wilderness which is often the case with me. iReview Gear Lead Field Editor Joined: Feb 2010. I am away from my house for the next few days and shipping will be delayed until next Wednesday or Thursday will still be able to answer any questions though. Saturday at 12:05 PM #2 OP C CO_western WKR Rating - 100% 5 0 0 Joined Feb 12, 2018 Messages 600 Bump You must log in or register to reply here. Only selling as I need bigger pack system for 10 to 20 days backpack hunting trips cant afford to own 2 systems. Like the above review, I wished there was a tie-down for the tube on the shoulder strap and so jerry-rigged a fix simple enough. I found this to be a very advantageous feature. Also includes the accessorie pod that straps to the outside of the pack adding 1500 cubic inches. So, I'm happy to explain a little about that pack and tell why I love it. Next year another company will incorporate Outdoorsmans good ideas in a different pack with a better price and friendlier service. Steven Rinella, author of the book Meat Eater: Adventures from the Life of an American Hunter and host of the TV show MeatEater, and 4-Hour Series author Tim Ferriss appear on CNN's Starting Point. I was also very familiar with the Outdoorsmans backpack system since I did a thorough review on their innovative Optics Backpack several years ago. Only problem I can see is the weight of the pack. I went through 2 different cabelas packs myself and a few borrowed eberlestock packs borrowed from friends. I replaced it with a Camelback mouthpiece. It had convenient access and room for everything I needed for the hunt. Posted By: FishinHank Re: Outdoorsmans Optics Hunter Pack - 01/12/14 Barneys packs are over 8lbs. The pockets on this pack were not big enough to do this. I have the Mystery Ranch Metcalf and Crew Cab but man I'd like to try the outdoorsman. For those that do have the outdoorsman, how affective is the load lifters? Without the pod it would work just fine. Outstanding versatility. I don't have any serious complaints about it. Try to pick up something used. Noticed Nate Simmons and the Western Hunter crew was using this pack on their hunts. He described two plastic tabs with straps attached to the belt that were not in slots on the frame and I believe it was set up that way when I received it. As I looked at this feature I didnt feel like the meat sack on the frame was big enough for my needs to place a deboned animal in. I love the two zippered compartments featured on the pack lid. Great setup that packs heavy loads well. Shoulder and waist belt straps/cinches seemed to slide (loosen) when wet requiring frequent tightening for the most comfortable pack fit. It's definitely the nicest pack I have owned, but I haven't tried any other packs in its price range. Perhaps that was the cause of the sewing failure. The Outdoorsmans also has a lumbar pad that works very well for this purpose. Its a detail. This pack can adequately carry your tripod, spotting scope, large binoculars, rifle, sleeping bag and the kitchen sink if needed with its 9100 cubic inch capacity. Man, I'd be looking for something lighter if I were you. Yes blood stains in most packs are a ting of the past but I still like the external frame. Why dont you stay home and watch the outdoors channel! The smiley zipper located at the bottom of the pack and the pocket on the back worked just fine. It may not display this or other websites correctly. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. This kept the bottom half of the flexible frame from digging into my lower back/glute muscles when I had a lot of weight in the pack75 lbs plus. MeatEater's Brittany Brothers lays out why she loves the First Lite Women's Artemis Hoody. I understand what you mean blgoode. There have also been several other innovative improvements such as the load stabilizers that enable this backpack to perform with the best packs on the market. It's been used but not heavily - still works great. They aren't very good at darts either. This is the bag only, not the frame, hipbelt, or shoulder straps. Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Backpack Hunting Outdoorsmans Optics Hunter Pack Forums Member List Calendar Active Threads: Previous Thread: Next Thread : Print Thread: Hop To : Outdoorsmans Optics Hunter Pack #8397778 12/26/13. I will also always question whether external frame packs have much utility anymore beyond niche settings. This kept the bottom half of the hip belt from slipping downward and digging into my lower back/glutes when I had 85 lbs or more on my back. Include a velcro strap on the shoulder harness that you could attach your sip tube to. Here at MeatEater, we've received dozens of inquiries about the backpack that I use on the show; It's called the Optics Hunter and it's made in the USA by Outdoorsmans, a Phoenix-based sporting goods company that specializes in optics, tripod systems, and backpack systems.The guys at Outdoorsmans hunt hard and design their own products, and their Would have drove me nuts if it was mine. They are definitely quality packs. I read somewhere that for taller people the loader lifters can be in-effective. 1. Not a one trick pony at all. The thing I'm curious about is can you load up the meat shelf and still attach the bag to the frame with all of your gear in it? The frame and harness are the important parts to me. Very durable and can handle serious weight. Our mission is to educate and entertain along the lines of bowhunting and rifle hunting to provide sportsmen with the most up-to-date tactics, hunting gear and hunting area research for both archery hunting and rifle hunting in the West. Introducing the Limited Edition MeatEater x Silas Creek Outdoors Glass on Cherry Wood Turkey Call! Did not work for me when I tried his on- when everything was adjusted properly to me for packing any weight in it the top cross bar would be right in my way when looking up hill. The Outdoorsmanshas built into the frame a V- notch rifle rest that allows for a solid shootingrest from the sitting position due to the solid base of the frame/packsystem. Everything has a trade-off perhaps. I appreciate that the zippers on the Long Range Hunter are made for extreme use. It can bepurchased in Real Tree Max 1 camo. Anyway it made it difficult to fill the Eberlestock bladder and so I also jerry-rigged a Camelback snap that allowed me to remove the mouthpiece and attach my water filter pump directly to the hose to fill the pack without removing it from the pack. Design an easier clip system to attach and detach the pod accessory to the pack. Any input would be much appreciated. I really liked the large outside pockets on this pack to put my spotting scope and tripod in. Went out for a drink here in town with the woman one night and in walks this guy. Some hunters believe that with practice this rifle rest is easier, faster, and more accurate than many of the seated bipods on the market. Specially curved, flexible frame pack designed to give you the stability of an internal frame but the carrying capacity of an external. We at Outdoorsmans are looking for some input on our packs and tripods from the folks who use them the most - you! I really like how the frame will flex with you, it is an extremely comfortable pack. US forest issues kill order for feral cows in New Mexico. The V- notch rifle rest designed in the top of the frame allows for a solid rest while shooting from the sitting position due to the solid base of the frame/pack system. Works fine as is, but replacement buckle kits are available from outdooorsman. I spoke to a customer service person at Outdoorsmans last week about the pack I recently purchased True Timber Outdoorsmans Hunter\Optics Hunter Pack System . I absolutely love the expandable capacity of the Long Range Hunter pack. Phone: 1-800-291-8065 Email: info@outdoorsmans.com Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM MST or hit the chat button during store hours. Outdoorsman's New Long Range Hunter Optics Backpack System review. The company refused to send a shipping label or pay for the costs of shipping it to them (almost $10) despite the fact it could be a product failure. Like redman said, steve rinella using outdoorsman packs. Orange caution flag sewn into rifle sleeve that can be used for backpacking safety when carrying antlers. This pack is well worth the expense. LRH Team Member. 1. I will definitely do that blgoode, I have only used it to haul a deer down from maybe 2500ft and it was a breeze. So, I'm happy to explain a little about that pack and tell why I love it.Click here for Steve's complete rundown on why he hunts with an Outdoorsmans' pack: http://bit.ly/GPANfv Only problem I can see is the weight of the pack. The Outdoorsmans advertises that they are constantly working on new designs and upgrades to the pack bag to address the various demands of hunting. The best part of their pack design is that once you own a frame you will only need to buy the new bag when they come out with a different design because the pack bags will always be completely interchangeable. Ask MeatEater is powered by onX, creators of the best digital mapping tool for hunters and anglers. Those pockets offered more room for other gear and helped organize items. Carried and distrubted the weight nicely. I just received this pack. I do wish there was a small clip or Velcro strap to keep the tube secure. I have a Outdoorsmans Optics Hunter Pack. One of the small ones fell off before my trip so I was cognizant about that during the hunt. Elk Hunter Magazine presents The Outdoorsmans Pack System Video - YouTube 0:00 / 4:37 Elk Hunter Magazine presents The Outdoorsmans Pack System Video ElkHunterMagazine 125 subscribers 24K. Yes they are a little heavier but I love my outdoorsman pack. The zippers in the top flap were difficult to pull open when the zipper pull was pulled to either full close or open positions as the zipper threads tended to bunch up in the corners, especially with gear in the pockets. Over 7 pounds empty. This is ideal for meatpacking or caching food and water for longer hunts. You might be best suit back east and just sit in a tree stand all day! Would have drove me nuts if it was mine. High Desert Wild Sheep Guides He told me that if he ever found another pack that would work better he would switch in an instant. While it sounds like a droid from Star Wars, R3 actually stands for a formal initiative to recruit new hunters, reactivate hunters who have quit, and retain hunters who are currently Every day, fellow MeatEaters send us more than 100 emails regarding hunting, fishing, cooking, conservation, and more. This gave me a good feel for the pack as to how it fit my body and what adjustments needed to be made for it to ride comfortably. Shop a large assortment of high quality handgun, rifle and shotgun ammo at every day low prices. I like the thought process behind the Outdoorsman Long Hunter Backpack System and would recommend it to any serious Mountain Hunter. A rifle carrying system is built right into every pack and will He was actually really easy to talk to and he and his film crew loved my collection of pictures. The Long Range Hunter Pack is the original Outdoorsmans Optics Pack designed to expand by unzipping the main bag extension in vertical growth. The Outdoorsmans Optics Hunter Pack System was designed for a hunter toadequately carry their tripod, spotting scope, and large binoculars. Here at MeatEater, we've received dozens of inquiries about the backpack that I use on the show; It's called the Optics Hunter and it's made in the USA by Outdoorsmans, a Phoenix-based sporting goods company that specializes in optics, tripod systems, and backpack systems.The guys at Outdoorsmans hunt hard and design their own products, and their expertise shows in everything they do. It focuses on Matts distrust with what is known in the hunting industry as R3. To cushion my glutes I also slipped one of my butt pads that I use to sit on while glassing for animals into the area at the base of the small of my back that forced the waist belt to ride the way it should on my hips. The Outdoorsman Optics Hunter is another among the best hunting backpacks that really takes a modern approach at many of the classic features. However, as I have used this feature I didnt feel like the meat sack on the frame was big enough to meet my needs of placing an entire deboned animal in. Outdoorsmans New Long Range Hunter Optics Backpack System, By Randy Johnson They aren't very good at darts either. Post up some user pics and review when you get more time under it. He advised that I return the waist belt and Outdoorsmans would replace it. With that I think the flap would then secure the lower limb of my bow and prevent the bow from settling down on the pack. Thanks again. Outdoorsmans finally came out with their long range hunting packs too, so if you think you need more room that might work better. Outdoorsmans finally came out with their long range hunting packs too, so if you think you need more room that might work better. Outdoorsmans Optics Hunter backpack - 24hourcampfire Previous Thread Next Thread Print Thread Hop To IC B3 IC B2 IC B3 CTV Who's Online Now 791 members ( 12344mag, 160user, 1234, 100grNP, 10ring1, 01Foreman400, 85 invisible), 2,041 guests, and 1,492 robots. "The Outdoorsmans Optics Hunter Pack System was designed for a hunter to adequately carry their tripod, spotting scope, and large binoculars. Easy access and keeps the dust off. JavaScript is disabled. I have one with the expansion pod. After spotting a mountain goat on a hunt in Alaska, Steven Rinella has only a few moments to determine whether it's a billy or a nanny. JavaScript is disabled. He was actually really easy to talk to and he and his film crew loved my collection of pictures. I was requested to field test the new Outdoorsmans Long Range Hunter Optics Backpack earlier this winter after submitting a few of my personal thoughts to Mike Duplan for his Western Hunter article on backpacks. It's been used but not heavily - still works great. Posts: 17,887. I like the idea of the shelf the pack rests on. load, yet has enough flexibility to twist with your body while climbing or twisting through brush. JavaScript is disabled. I need the extra cubic inches for additional gear on my long backpack excursions. Please note the following specifications and innovative features that make this backpack an item of gear that Mountain Hunters will love: The carbon fiber reinforced polypropylene frame is rigid enough to handle a 200 lb. I felt the clip could have been designed better. For me, however, it did take some adjustments so that it fit my body correctly. 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