Sky(5100) for the tall guy

• Nov 22, 2014

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shootnrun

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Hey All,

I am in the market for a pack that will last me for seasons to come. I do anything from short 2-5 mile one day hunts to backcountry stuff of 5+ days. I have settled on the SG Sky, I THINK... The only thing keeping me from pulling the trigger is that there is nowhere for me to try these (or other high end packs) on for a fit here in western wa. So I am inquiring to those of you taller folk how you like your SG. I am 6'4 and sit around 190#'s. I just dont want to end up with something I wont be happy with after such an investment.

Rian

 

Last edited: Nov 22, 2014

• Nov 22, 2014

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hflier

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There is so much adjustability - you wont be sorry.

 

• Nov 22, 2014

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Browtinemt

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Order one and try it out. SG gives you 30 days to send it back for a full refund if you don't like it. I haven't heard any complaints about the sky packs, but don't have any experience with them either.

 

• Nov 22, 2014

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ckleeves

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I'm 6'4" and right at 190 also and the SG frame fits me better than anything I have used. Try one out I doubt you'll be disappointed.

 

• Nov 22, 2014

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charvey9

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Like others have said, lots of adjustment in the frame. I don't think you'll have an issue if you follow the instructions in the video on the Stone Glacier website.

 

• Nov 23, 2014

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I betit willwork great for you. I'm notas tall as you but I wouldn't hesitate to try it based on its adjustability- simple to get fitted correctly.

 

• Nov 23, 2014

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G Posik

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You sound like you are just about the same size as Kurt. These packs will fit you just fine. There is plenty of adjustment in the frame to fit you.

Glenn

 

• Nov 23, 2014

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5MilesBack

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I'm 6'6" and about 210 and love my SG Solo. Definitely give them a shot. If you don't like it send it back.

 

• Nov 23, 2014

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Ben

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Where in WA are you?

 

• Nov 23, 2014

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shootnrun

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Thanks for all the feedback! I intend to call SG here soon and get a few recommendations from them and place my order.
I hail from Eatonville, south of Puyallup. But am frequently traveling north.

 

• Nov 25, 2014

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bowhunter

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6'5" here and the SG packs fit me great. Lots of adjustment.