EXO K2 3500 buyer not

[tracker12]

Im looking for a pack for the up coming season. EXO definitely has my interest. This pack will only be used for 2 hunts a base camp mule deer hunt in WY and another base camp Elk hunt. I have an opportunity to pick up a K2 3500 for a decent price. For the amount of use I will get out of this pack not interested in invention in a new K4. Is the K2 worth getting or should I look for a used K3.

 

[Rob5589]

Get it and pick up the K3 conversion belt. You'll have a great pack.

 

[MD97756]

What he said. K2 with a K3 hip belt and possibly a new lumbar pad.

 

[Marbles]

Get it. I personally would keep the K2 belt. The belt was the only thing I disliked on the K3 and I wish I had kept my K2.

 

[Agross]

I would go for the k2.

 

[roosiebull]

Get it and pick up the K3 conversion belt. You'll have a great pack.

That’s my suggestion as well, I have the same setup and it’s great

 

[choovhntr]

You can buy my 5500 k2 I have for sale right now with all the accessories for $425. A lot more room for only a few once penalty. Just sayin .

 

[tracker12]

Thanks for all the recommendations. I really like the new K4 but I think the older K2 will do fine for what I need.

Thanks for the offer but 5500 is way more than I need. I got by fine last year with a 2300 bag

 

[GunsAreFun]

Ditto on the K2 with a K3 belt.

 

[87TT]

I have a K2 3500 and 2000. The 3500 is my go to pack for most things. I did just get a K3 belt for it and haven't used it yet but feels nice. But for fit and load carrying when needed, you can't go wrong. I was in the Exo store the other day and saw the K4. It was nice but at 70 yrs old I couldn't see the increased cost worth the use I would get as the K2 still performs great for me.

 

[tracker12]

87TT
Thanks for the input. I am also 70 and feel the same. I do like the idea of picking up the 2000 to go with the 3500. I would definitely ge the use out of the system if I did that. Hopefully a 2000 bag is around to be had.

 

[camelcluch]

I love my K2 2000. It’s my work horse and has seen a lot of miles. No real complaints about the system.

 

[tracker12]

The 2000 seems like the best day pack and would have been my first choice but I found a good deal on a 3500 so I figured I would give it a try and if iy turns out to big look for a 2000 bag. Last year I used a Kuiu Venture 2300 on my elk hunt and it seemed to right size but no meat hauling capability.

 

[87TT]

The 3500 is not too big for everyday use. it cinches down nice. I found the 2000 with a lid is OK but gets full fast with bulky items like jackets and such. I originally was going to get a 2000 but went in to Exo and walked out with the 3500. The 3500 will do everything the 2000 will do but not the other way. I actually only picked up the 2000 bag after I sold my KUIU Ultra 6000. Then I found another K2 frame and belt. Changing bags was a bit of a pain for short time use.

 

[camelcluch]

/\/\/\ Some good points here. However, I can do about 3 days out of my 2000. With a lid I’d get 4 easy. Gear is a big player in that with size and weight. Both bags are very nice and will do well.

 

[roosiebull]

Thanks for all the recommendations. I really like the new K4 but I think the older K2 will do fine for what I need.

Thanks for the offer but 5500 is way more than I need. I got by fine last year with a 2300 bag

If you find a good deal on a 3500, it’s a very streamlined bag that you will never wish was smaller, and there are a lot more of them out there. It’s a great day hunting bag even on minimalist trips, they compress down to nothing (if you can’t find a small bag)

 

[roosiebull]

I also have a med and large belt I believe from the k2 that I would just give you if you find the right pack with the wrong belt. Pretty sure I have both, don’t need either, and assume just pass it on if someone needs one

 

[mcseal2]

I've been running my K2 since they came out. I love the pack, no complaints about anything. I did upgrade to the K3 belt and like it better. I'll probably get a K4 5000 in a solid color for when I want a bigger bag, or use it as a carry on but I'll keep my K2 also.

 

[tracker12]

Well I went ahead and picked up a K2 with 3500 bag Came with 2 pouches and a couple mesh inserts. Hopefully the MED belt will work. Thanks for all the replies and belt offer. Looking forward to using it. Now if the Tag Gods will issue me a tag

 

[tracker12]

Pack arrived at the house today and I am more than happy with the purchase. Never had an EXO in my hands so you never know. Pack is in like new condition with barely a mark on it. Now to put it to work!