Thank you thats exactly what I'm thinking. I have the Kifaru 44mag and love it but its definitely heavy. I've heard good things about SG what specific pack and frame do you have?I have both. The SG is noticeably lighter and more maneuverable. It moves with you, yet is still torsionally rigid to carry loads. Very comfortable for me, but it took some trial and error to get the belt fit right as I am in between sizes.
The Kifaru is a beast. I have the Duplex Frame. It’s big, sturdy and rigid. It does not move. If I have to carry a 80-100lb load, or something big and awkward, it’s my choice.
So what I usually do is carry the SG on day hunts where loads are smaller but yet it can also get a whole deer out. I also prefer it if I’m going to be busting brush and going up and down and around obstacles. It’s just a more comfortable and nimble pack when loads are like #60 and under.
Then on multi day hunts I usually take the Kifaru. Especially in open country. Or when I know I’m going to have to carry a serious load.
This is just my take. My SG gets used more and is probably more practical in most cases, But I’m also glad to have the Kifaru when I need it.
I gotcha yeah I've been running the Kifaru duplex lite with the 44mag. Love it but looking to try something new ill prolly just order one and try them both.SG more streamlined, feels more minimalist. I like how the load sling keeps the load higher on your back when compared to the kifaru load shelf. SG xcurve frame fit me better. Kifaru more customizable with pockets/pouches and I liked the kifaru belt better than SG. bags were slightly heavier though on kifaru and didn't feel as streamlined when compared to the stone glacier. you can narrow it down with internet insight but ultimately unless you load up both with weight on YOUR back you won;t know what is best for you.
Not sure what the frame is now called but it’s one of their original versions and is several years old. It’s served me well. I have an Approach and a Solo bag, depending on the need.Thank you thats exactly what I'm thinking. I have the Kifaru 44mag and love it but its definitely heavy. I've heard good things about SG what specific pack and frame do you have?
You should try it!I’ve never ran a backpack. I like to run outside. I love wearing my 44mag on my back.
I’ve never ran a backpack. I like to run outside. I love wearing my 44mag on my back.