Input on Kifaru's 22Mag and Woodsman?

[jackwagon]

Right now I've got an AMR on a 24" duplex frame for my multi-day trips, which it's awesome for, but I'd like something smaller with easier access for day hunts/hikes. A buddy just got a 22 Mag, and I really like that layout for ease of access, but now I'm conflicted as the Woodsman looks pretty attractive too. Just looking for some opinions that might aid my decision. Thanks in advance!

 

[Phillip Hathaway]

I really like the woodsman for whitetail hunting makes a good day pack for me


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[jackwagon]

I really like the woodsman for whitetail hunting makes a good day pack for me


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Did you add any pouches or a guide lid?

 

[Phillip Hathaway]

Here is my setup that is a large pocket on the top


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[Jordan Budd]

I used the 22 mag this previous year for all of my day tips and all of the filming trips. For me, I'm needing to carry my tripod and spotting scope and have fairly quick access, so the side pockets add some protection and are a must for me, especially now that I'm used to them. I put a small and medium pocket on the back panel and get along just fine, I have yet to be hurting for more room. I like the panel load a little better than the center zip as far as pulling things (camera stuff for me) in and out of the bag constantly. I think the woodsman is set up better to be used as an overnight or couple night pack if needed, over the 22 mag. I haven't gotten my hands on the woodsman yet, but I do have the Reckoning. I'm a big fan of the 22 mag for it's great layout and simplicity.

 

[Desk Jockey]

http://www.rokslide.com/forums/backpacks/57241-reckoning-woodsman-feedback.html?highlight=Woodsman

Added a few thoughts to my post here.

I put a medium pouch on top,for some small stuff. I also added a spotting scope pouch to the chamber pocket straps to hold a 3l source bladder.

 

[wasatchcomm]

22mag is a awesome day pack
the panel loader is awesome
the side pockets are quick and easy to use as well
great bag for sure

 

[rhunter424]

I pick the 22mag over the woodsman. Reason being that I dislike center-buckle packs and the 22 mag can be easily modified to compress "normally" (like the mountain warrior, rambler, tahr, etc).

 

[Halleywood]

The 22 mag doesn't have a meat shelf does it?

 

[rhunter424]

The 22 mag doesn't have a meat shelf does it?

Not technically...Expanded Load Shelf on 22" Duplex with 22 MAG - YouTube

 

[Jordan Budd]

The 22 mag doesn't have a meat shelf does it?

It works very good though. Here I have the bag stuffed full of camera gear and a life sized sheep cape in between the bag and frame. Walked for about 6 hours like that and never had to re tighten the straps or make any adjustments. Total was 60 lbs.

 

[Halleywood]

That makes sense...thanks!

 

[jackwagon]

Awesome input, think you guys helped me make the decision to go with a 22 Mag!

 

[reaper]

My new bag for 2017
Playing with it this morning with my 26 bikini frame.I was looking for a 2 days bag for weekends fishing trips for summer,i think the 22 mag will be nice,shelter is a Seekoutside LBO+3p vestibule.(brown bag)

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