For those who run a reckoning...

[snowplow]

Do you guys keep a guide lid attached or is it big enough with enough organization to not bother?

The weight looks good without the lid but if you want a lid all the time l might go another route.

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[snowplow]

One more question- can you compress the center straps and end up with the two side pockets together and usable on the back? I picture it kinda like the nomad 2 or this seek outside pack at 8:41 Argali: A Seek Outside Exclusive ? Brooks Pack - YouTube

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[michaelc10]

Yes 2 med pockets still usable while compressed. I took my guide lid into my packed in camp then took it off for hunting. It's nice to have around if needed. Or you can use it for taking only the necessities when hunting close to camp and you don't want to take the pack.

 

[Jskaanland]

I've done both, rolled the top down with a Medium belt pouch and used a guide lid.

Where in WA are you? If you're near the Tri-cities/Yakima you can take a peek at mine.

 

[zeroforhire]

If you are near Everett you can check mine out.


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[snowplow]

If you are near Everett you can check mine out.


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Thanks for the offers! Im not too far from everett.

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[Coyote813]

I run the guide lid all the time on mine, whether I have it filled or not. Kinda multi-use accessory - it contains my food so I can detach it while at camp, but also keep it on there as a compression pod to hold antlers, bow, puffy etc. Even ran my bladder in it a time or two. Couldnt live without it.

 

[Hunt Oregon]

No guide kid but a large belt pouch for a lid and two medium pouches work just fine on the bottom compressed. I can even access them with the pack on

 

[castnblast44]

I also run the large pouch on top with no lid. In day hunt mode with the center compressions tightened down you can still access the open side pockets easily. Love how I can jam my bugle in one side and tripod and spotter in the other.

I told myself I'd buy the guide lid when I ran out of room... So far haven't needed it for outings lasting up to four days.

I'm on the east side of Washington if you want to take a look before you buy. Good luck.

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[snowplow]

Thanks so much for the generous offers guys! I went ahead and ordered one yesterday

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