Alps Commander Frame Upgrade Idea

[Reddirtrifleman]

I've got a Commander frame that I used for hauling out my elk a couple years ago. It was just a day hunt so I used a smaller non-frame pack for the actual hunting portion.

Would it be a dumb idea to find a used MR pack or an ILBE or something similar and try and mod the frame to carry the pack? I know I could just buy a Commander pack but I don't care for the way it attaches so I might already be considering modding that, and if I'm thinking about mods why not get a nicer pack?

 

[WoodBow]

ILBE is a very heavy bag. It would need some heavy modding to make it function as a bag rather than a pack. I personally would not go that route. I have no input on other options mentioned.

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[Highvoltage1]

I’m not sure what your trying to achieve but a larger dry bag attached to the frame vs modify a bag to work might be an option for you. It’s possibly lighter as well. Best wishes

 

[Reddirtrifleman]

This is mostly me kicking around (probably dumb) ideas for projects to occupy my time. I am totally prepared to accept "that will never work" as an answer.

 

[Cedarsavage]

This is mostly me kicking around (probably dumb) ideas for projects to occupy my time. I am totally prepared to accept "that will never work" as an answer.

I don't fully understand what you're trying to do. I bought the bag and frame a little while back, didn't seem like the two were overly expensive. Are you trying to put a different on the alps frame?

 

[hereinaz]

It would not be hard to modify a Kuiu or Kifaru pack to attach, not sure about other brands, but just as likely.

All you need to do at most is sew on some webbing and a triglide on the top and sides. Probably be able to incorporate some of what is there already.

 

[Reddirtrifleman]

I don't fully understand what you're trying to do. I bought the bag and frame a little while back, didn't seem like the two were overly expensive. Are you trying to put a different on the alps frame?

The bag isn't expensive, you're right, but I don't really like the pin attachments between the bag and the frame. So if I'm already considering tinkering with the attachment, why not get a nicer bag while I'm at it?

 

[Cedarsavage]

The bag isn't expensive, you're right, but I don't really like the pin attachments between the bag and the frame. So if I'm already considering tinkering with the attachment, why not get a nicer bag while I'm at it?

Makes sense

 

[MathewsHunter2020]

I have an Alps Outdoorz Commander X Frame and pack available if anyone is interested. In great condition. Only used for one elk hunt and walking around the neighborhood to train.