Anybody every run this pack? I've been looking at one since I got home from CO. I used the Badlands Clutch while I was out for the hunt and it packed out well but it was a little much for a day hike. I'm planning on using the Super day during the day and then using a frame pack if needed.
Badlands Super Day
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I've used it for a few years. The side zippers suck! It's the perfect size and I really like it but when both zippers failed I just use it to pack trail cameras around now. Badlands does offer a warranty but I haven't sent it in.
IMO that has been the down fall of Badlands in their zippers. I have other packs I use now and the zippers work much better.
IMO that has been the down fall of Badlands in their zippers. I have other packs I use now and the zippers work much better.
CoHiCntry
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For a designated "daypack" I think it's a pretty good one. I bought one in 2008 and used it quite a bit until just a couple years ago. I liked the built in handgun holster in the waist belt a lot. The side waist belt pocket zippers were really hard to get into when the pack is on, but I think they fixed that in the newer version that came out a year or two ago. The rifle scabbard didn't work very well but was good when you were in a pinch and needed to be hands free. You can't get the gun off your back quick enough in a hunting situation and the barrel of the gun taps the back of your head once in awhile while hiking. I only used it when I was packing a load out after a kill. It did work well for my ultralight fishing rod though when I would hike into a mountain lake. I packed out both deer and elk quarters with it and it works OK, although that's not where the pack shines and not really it's intended purpose. I did switch to an Eberlestock X1 a couple years ago as a designated daypack and like the functionality a lot better than the Superday. To take it a step further I've given up on daypacks all together and will be using a Kifaru frame with a cargo panel and belt pouches attached for day hunting with the ability to pack out meat and my EMR2 bag for longer trips. I don't think you can go wrong with the Superday though, it's a good daypack and you should be able to find a used one at a decent price.
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Center zipper on my 2200 broke. Sent it in, fixed and back to me fairly quickly. Hardest part was figuring out which address to sent it to. I'd ship it off for repair.
Dos Perros
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NHK9, I've got one in great condition to sell if you're interested. $50 plus shipping and it's yours. PM me your email or cell phone for pics if you're interested.
I have a number of packs to choose from. If I'm pretty sure I'm going to harvest a critter my preference would be something similar to CoHiCountry using my Kifaru frame with Timberline bag that compresses super small and has lots of pockets and is capable of packing out 100+ lb loads if I get something. If I'm planning on covering lots of country I'll likely grab my old reliable Badlands 2200 that is lighter weight than my Kifaru setup has enough room for the bulkiest items I may carry on day hunts such as my spotter/tripod, plus raingear/coat, etc if needed. If I'm spike camping I'll convert over to the same Kifaru frame plus EMR2 which is capable of loading as much gear bulk and weight as I can handle. I'm going to sell my Sitka Bivy 4500 because I like the Kifaru setup so much better. It's really nice having a selection of packs to choose from because it's pretty tough to have 1 that works well for several different jobs.
With that said, if I wanted 1 super light daypack I'd likely make sure it is large enough for raingear, coat, spotting scope, tripod and my bulkiest gear. I always like additional straps so if I happen to get a deer or elk I can pack out a decent amount of meat, cape, antlers, etc on the first load. Extra straps are also nice for hauling out antler sheds (which I do a lot). I would also pick a daypack that doesn't have noisy zippers, velcro, fabric, and has quick and easy access to the gear I use a lot. Another feature I would look for is straps or some way of securing rifle, shotgun, or bow to the daypack so both hands are free. Lastly, all of the packs I own are waterproof! There is nothing worse than having wet gear!
With that said, if I wanted 1 super light daypack I'd likely make sure it is large enough for raingear, coat, spotting scope, tripod and my bulkiest gear. I always like additional straps so if I happen to get a deer or elk I can pack out a decent amount of meat, cape, antlers, etc on the first load. Extra straps are also nice for hauling out antler sheds (which I do a lot). I would also pick a daypack that doesn't have noisy zippers, velcro, fabric, and has quick and easy access to the gear I use a lot. Another feature I would look for is straps or some way of securing rifle, shotgun, or bow to the daypack so both hands are free. Lastly, all of the packs I own are waterproof! There is nothing worse than having wet gear!
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