Mystery Ranch NICESizing

[mmw194287]

I've tried googling and searching the forums for this, but can't really find a great answer. I'm wondering if anyone with experience using MR NICE packs can give me any insight into the sizing and fit of these packs. I'm 6'2", 225 with relatively big chest and shoulders. I think about a 21" torso. My jean size is between 36-38, usually 36 during hunting season. It looks like I'm right on the upper end of the M belt, and squarely in the M yoke according to the MR guidelines.

For those of you with experience using this set-up, are the factory guidelines fairly accurate? It looks like I can get a pretty good deal on a used L/L 6500, and tempted to pull the trigger, but I don't want to find out that I can't crank the belt tight. I also don't want to get into a M/M and find out that with a couple layers I'm maxing out the belt and feeling constricted in the yoke. Or (as I suspect) is there enough overlap between the M and L that I (being right on the threshold between the two sizes) won't notice a difference between the two?

Thanks much in advance for any insights.

 

[BRobertson]

I am 6'2" 235, I went thru this last year when I got my MR Crew Cab.

I would go with a Med. belt and a large yoke.

I ordered it with a large belt, and then had to order a separate Med belt.

Bob

 

[Aron Snyder]

I agree with above recommendation.

 

[mmw194287]

Bob & Aron,
Thanks for the quick response. Sounds pretty cut-and-try. Unfortunately, that makes it a little tough to get into a used pack--most I see are M/M or L/L.

 

[Aron Snyder]

Order a new belt or ss and sell what came on the used one.

 

[BRobertson]

I don't remember the exact amount, but the Med. belt was very reasonable, as you only replace two small sections.
You should call them tomorrow!

Bob

 

[mmw194287]

Didn't realize they were so easily interchangeable---forgive my ignorance. Again, extremely helpful. Thanks again!

 

[RUTTIN]

Give them a call and talk to Andrew he will answer all of your questions.

 

[mtnclimber]

Im 6' 3" and had the NICE 6500. Even with the frame extension on the 6500 i couldn't get any lift on the load lifters.

I tried so hard to like the pack and i just couldn't. I loved the bag but i couldn't recommend the frame to anyone over 6'.

I have some friends that are 5'8"- 5'10" and love the pack, but i was just too tall.

 

[wapitibob]

I'm 6'3 and now 225, 38 pants are too big but that's what I used to wear I have M/M and they are fine but a M/L puts the yoke further down into the frame pocket. Never came close to running out of belt.

 

[cowboyarcher]

If you get set up with a NICE frame, you might consider picking up a Gen II LLP from Oneiros Valley, it will really help provide some load lift.

I've started working with them on the side and using an LLP personally, so take my recommendation for what it's worth.

 

[ZDR]

If you get set up with a NICE frame, you might consider picking up a Gen II LLP from Oneiros Valley, it will really help provide some load lift.

Second the LLP. It transformed my nice frame into a load hauling monster. For $5 more get the power pulls.

 

[cowboyarcher]

Second the LLP. It transformed my nice frame into a load hauling monster. For $5 more get the power pulls.

They will be $7 now, but still worth it. . . Look for the "Belt Guides."

 

[Jason Snyder]

Second the LLP. It transformed my nice frame into a load hauling monster. For $5 more get the power pulls.

And I'll third this. I added both to my Mystery Ranch this winter.

 

[lee peet]

Doesnt mr sell these now to? Or is there a difference between the orenias valley lift kit and the mystery ranch lift kit?

Also does the lift kit stay on the frame wether your using the 6500 or crew cab bag?