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tmattson

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Looking for a smaller size back pack, one I can strap onto the tree so its right in front of me. Thinking maybe something that is shorter in width (side to side) so it does not stick out on thinner size tress, and somewhat water proof. Thoughts?
 
I am in the market for a new back pack as well, I’m looking at a few different ones but haven’t settled on any particular one.

Could someone post a pic of their setups? Packs with sticks or packing platform, steps...
 
tmattson said:
Looking for a smaller size back pack, one I can strap onto the tree so its right in front of me. Thinking maybe something that is shorter in width (side to side) so it does not stick out on thinner size tress, and somewhat water proof. Thoughts?
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I have a tenzing sling pack I like for this. TZ1140 i believe. use the waist belt and lashings for the tree. it also has a d ring on top.
 
I was looking at the badlands scout pack but stumbled across the timber hawk mission pack at the local walmart. It’s a small hydration pack but it’s surprisingly well organized and can fit everything I need early season. It was only like $40 and I’m happy with it. I’ve tried a fanny pack but felt like I was missing having things that I needed. I’ve also carried a full size pack and felt like I carried stuff I didn’t need just because I had the room.

This pack is a good blend. It’s definitely not big enough to attach a platform and sticks to. I use a ring of steps and carry my sticks on a separate shoulder strap so if you do the same it should work out.
 
I bought an XOP striker pack. It's one of the cheaper backpacks I've ever had for hunting but I couldn't be happier with it. Carries everything and is well made. Not bad at all for 80 bucks
 
I just checked out the badlands pursuit pack. It looks like it will work perfect for hauling sticks and has plenty of pockets and storage space. Does anyone own or used one of these?
 
Dewayne said:
I just checked out the badlands pursuit pack. It looks like it will work perfect for hauling sticks and has plenty of pockets and storage space. Does anyone own or used one of these?
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I just bought a pursuit a month ago with the 50% discount which made it only $50. You can't beat that price for the quality. The straps hold sticks well and it has more than enough storage space for me. I am super happy with it. Just look for a 40% or 50% discount code before you get one from badlands.
 
I recently bought an ALPS outdoorZ pursuit pack and it is working out great. The top portion of the bow/gun sling makes a prefect attachment point for my platform. It may be a little bigger that what you are looking for at 2700 cubic inch but it is serving my needs extremely well.
 
Dewayne said:
I just checked out the badlands pursuit pack. It looks like it will work perfect for hauling sticks and has plenty of pockets and storage space. Does anyone own or used one of these?
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I use the Badlands Pursuit for early season and will use the Superday for later season when I need to pack more clothes. The Pursuit has been perfect so far.
 
I’ve posted this on other backpack threads, and I think this pack would suit your wishes just fine...Hill People Gear “Connor.” I love mine for its low profile, sticks/platform/bow carry ability with its PALS (basically MOLLE) cut hypalon wings which are very grippy. It is quality built here in the USA and is simple in form, with no extra unnecessary belts to get in the way, but all you need. The back of the inside of main pouch is Velcro lined and molle cut, so its super modifiable. Put in some accessory pouches, bino pouches, decorative patches, or leave it open—whatever you want. There’s one vertical zippered pouch on the outside for small stuff like gloves, rangefinder, etc. and there are two mesh water bottle holders on the outside. Around the “frame” (which is basically a contoured sheet of some sort inside the pack), there are strategically placed small webbing loops that work perfect for hooking bungee cords to if you want to strap your outerwear on the outside of pack. Additionally there are two webbing leashes with buckles on the bottom of pack for rolling up clothes or sleeping pad. The yoke system on HPG packs are what they are probably most known for and they are definitely super comfortable. This pack is built as a day pack, and does not feature a waist belt...which I actually like since the yoke system is plenty comfy enough without the unnecessary bulk/weight of having them. Here is a pic I took the other day of my LWHC seat platform I’m using this year in conjunction with lw sticks. I highly recommend this pack or any other model HPG has!
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HappyChappy said:
I’ve posted this on other backpack threads, and I think this pack would suit your wishes just fine...Hill People Gear “Connor.” I love mine for its low profile, sticks/platform/bow carry ability with its PALS (basically MOLLE) cut hypalon wings which are very grippy. It is quality built here in the USA and is simple in form, with no extra unnecessary belts to get in the way, but all you need. The back of the inside of main pouch is Velcro lined and molle cut, so its super modifiable. Put in some accessory pouches, bino pouches, decorative patches, or leave it open—whatever you want. There’s one vertical zippered pouch on the outside for small stuff like gloves, rangefinder, etc. and there are two mesh water bottle holders on the outside. Around the “frame” (which is basically a contoured sheet of some sort inside the pack), there are strategically placed small webbing loops that work perfect for hooking bungee cords to if you want to strap your outerwear on the outside of pack. Additionally there are two webbing leashes with buckles on the bottom of pack for rolling up clothes or sleeping pad. The yoke system on HPG packs are what they are probably most known for and they are definitely super comfortable. This pack is built as a day pack, and does not feature a waist belt...which I actually like since the yoke system is plenty comfy enough without the unnecessary bulk/weight of having them. Here is a pic I took the other day of my LWHC seat platform I’m using this year in conjunction with lw sticks. I highly recommend this pack or any other model HPG has!
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I’ve been looking at their packs as well and looks like the Connor is discontinued. :(
 
I picked up a Badlands Timber pack when there was a 50% off code available. I have not used it yet but it appears well made and well thought out. The Timber is designed for tree stands and some of the reviews on the Badlands website are from saddle users that are very favorable. The design of the pack allows it to be hung to the tree, with the opening facing you (if you are hanging from a saddle) for easy access.

There may be some codes around that can still get you a discount.
 
Labonte.r said:
I’ve been looking at their packs as well and looks like the Connor is discontinued. :(
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Man I hate that! They were on their website a week ago...maybe they are just out of stock. I should have bought a spare when I had the chance. You might like the Tarahumara pack. It’s a little smaller than the Connor but might work for a minimalist setup.
 
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