Hi guys, for my next DIY sewing project, I would like to make a belt similar to a Duplex belt with the large padded wings. Can anyone tell me what kind of foam padding material would be most similar to what Kifaru uses, and where to source it? My guess is McMaster-Carr has different foam...
I have used both. The OV are better in my opinion because they are adjustable as far as height. I find the MR lifters ride too high for my torso length (5' 9" & 18" torso) causing the lift angle to be much taller than the recommended 45 degrees. You can purchase a double buckle adapter from...
I own both internal and NICE frame Mystery Ranch packs as well as Kifaru. I wouldn't think you can make Kifaru or any other belt system work as the MR belt lumber is usually sewn in as part of the pack along with the belt webbing and structural side wings. The only belt parts that are...
I see now too according to the MR website that some of the packs are either made in Vietnam or Philippines. Again, not a fan of that move as the packs used to be made right here in my hometown of Bozeman, MT along with the Fire and Military packs. I talked to Dana Gleason briefly about the...
I believe the newer Mystery Ranch hunting packs are made in the Philippines, not Vietnam. Also, the new Guide Light Frame has proper load lifters built into the frame. I am not a fan of the fact that MR outsourced its manufacturing to the Philippines and won't be spending money for any of...
I have both a MR NICE Marshall and a Kifaru Timberline 2 internal. I hunted one year with the T2 and last Fall with the NICE frame. I honestly like the comfort of both. The T2 slightly edges the NICE frame out for a daypack because it Is and feels lighter. That said, I have no plans to get...
I'm not sure about the newest belts but the difference between the older Small and Medium is around 4". Small belt wing pads measure approximately 10" and the Medium 12". I'm going through the same thing. 34" waist and might have to request a Small/Medium custom.
A member by the name of "Mmomn" offered to sell me a newer version Coyote Duplex belt today size Medium but it won't work for my application. You may want to contact him.
I am looking to buy a Mystery Ranch Futura Yoke in either size Medium or Large. Email ryhoff(at)yahoo.com if you have an extra one you would be willing to sell.
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These are last years packs and they are closing them out. Awesome deal on a USA made pack. The new 2016 line is made offshore. I would grab one while they last.
I bought one and received it. So far I am impressed by the quality but have not loaded it up. I've owned a lot of Dana Design and Mystery Ranch internals and I was never interested in a NICE Frame but couldn't pass it up being that it is one of the last ones that was made in the USA and they...
I bought a pair of the Quest 4d's a couple years ago and thought they were very comfortable out of the box. I soon realized they were a poor choice for hauling heavy loads especially over any rocky surfaces. My feet were tired after walking with even a moderately heavy pack. The reason they...
Coyote Belt Pads
I have a nice set of Coyote tan belt pads in a size M and they are the kind with the zippered side pockets built in (MR doesn't offer the pocketed waist belt pads anymore). If interested, make an offer. Thanks