Insight on new kifaru frame?

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They did the Instagram video as a live video under Aron's Instagram. Hopefully he posts it up on his story later as well.

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I couldn't be happier that Kifaru announced a new lightweight frame coming out. By telling us in advance it gives us time to evaluate which gear will be getting upgraded this season. I chose to sell my hunting frame so that I can buy the new lightweight frame when it comes available. I don't view Kifaru's announcement as "marketing hype" but more as "wait if you're about to buy a frame because we've got a new one coming soon". I appreciate them announcing it ahead.
 

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I couldn't be happier that Kifaru announced a new lightweight frame coming out. By telling us in advance it gives us time to evaluate which gear will be getting upgraded this season. I chose to sell my hunting frame so that I can buy the new lightweight frame when it comes available. I don't view Kifaru's announcement as "marketing hype" but more as "wait if you're about to buy a frame because we've got a new one coming soon". I appreciate them announcing it ahead.

Please post a link to the announcement. Thank you.
 

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Just spent some time with the new frame, Aron and crew. Very nice lightweight frame, easy shoulder strap adj and I like the way they're held in position against the frame. The usual kifaru loops down the side too. I had many good years with a bikini and this should be no different.
 

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Just spent some time with the new frame, Aron and crew. Very nice lightweight frame, easy shoulder strap adj and I like the way they're held in position against the frame. The usual kifaru loops down the side too. I had many good years with a bikini and this should be no different.
Thanks for all the photos

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Dang! Missed the Instagram deal and can't find it through searching, so I guess I will have to wait.

That light weight frame with the 3000 CI bag seems like exactly what I have been looking for for a scouting and summer hiking trip pack. Then can switch to a bigger bag and the hunter frame for when meat hauling is inevitable.
 

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I appreciated the opportunity to look at the new product, taking pics and plastering them all over the web didn't really enter my mind.
 

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3 new packs made from coyote Xpac fabric. Completely waterproof and lighter than the 500d cordura fabric. Sizes are 3000, 5400, and a 7200 I believe is what he said. As well as the organizer lid and belt pouches. I think he said the 7k bag is right around 2lbs

If that's an internal frame like my Tarryall- you'll see Thru Hikers wearing it.

And me.
 

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Looks like a great frame. The bikini and hunting frame had a child. This it it. I like that they are offering it in 1/16" or 1/8" HDP. Pre order in 2 weeks with a ship date of 6-8.

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Did I miss any mention if the frame will be available in other colors?
 
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Did I miss any mention if the frame will be available in other colors?

My guess is the frame sheet will just be a single color (maybe black for thinner and brown for the thicker HDP again like the duplex) and the belts and shoulder pads will still be available in flat colors only.
 
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Just watched the video, thanks for the link.

I think this is a game changer for anyone that is doing light and fast trips. My ~7lb pack is by far the place where I can shed the most weight in my kit. I didn't even think about how nice it would be to have a waterproof bag, but for trips with rain in the forecast, no need to haul the pack cover anymore either, which saves another ~5oz or so.
 

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Love the looks and sounds of the new gear. Kifaru's 2018 line is looking like a big win.
 
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