I've been playing with my Kifaru pack trying to come up with a better daypack setup. I've got an EMR2 and a Mountain Warrior for big packs but I want something 2# or below for a daypack (not counting my frame weight here). I thought I would try an Argali or Tahr but then I just have a big bag without any pockets for organization. Adding any pockets to an Argali puts me over 2#.
I'm a firm believer in a daypack that can haul at least an elk hindquarter back to the truck. And I've always loved how much stuff I can haul in a Guide lid. So....
I've got my 26" Hunter frame fitted with 2x Guide lids, 2x large belt pouches & a Kifaru meat bag riding in a Grab It. The top lid attaches & hinges at the top of the frame and the bottom lid attaches & hinges at the bottom of the frame. I simply undo 4 SR buckles and the lids open up like a clamshell to accept the load of meat, spike camp, etc. This gives me 2,974 cubic inches of storage with the ability to haul out a serious load of meat. Not including the frame this setup weighs 30oz (I cut the daypack straps & pouch off my guide lids) and I have 4 separate lids & pouches to store my gear in.
BP
I'm a firm believer in a daypack that can haul at least an elk hindquarter back to the truck. And I've always loved how much stuff I can haul in a Guide lid. So....
I've got my 26" Hunter frame fitted with 2x Guide lids, 2x large belt pouches & a Kifaru meat bag riding in a Grab It. The top lid attaches & hinges at the top of the frame and the bottom lid attaches & hinges at the bottom of the frame. I simply undo 4 SR buckles and the lids open up like a clamshell to accept the load of meat, spike camp, etc. This gives me 2,974 cubic inches of storage with the ability to haul out a serious load of meat. Not including the frame this setup weighs 30oz (I cut the daypack straps & pouch off my guide lids) and I have 4 separate lids & pouches to store my gear in.
BP