Pack for Carrying Predator

[kmleach]

Got my Predator in the mail over the weekend, awesome product, been giving it a try the last couple days in the yard. In order the carry the predator in Ive decided to try the Badlands Ascent pack. That model has a different bow carrying mechanism that from the pictures looked like it would actually fit the Predator platform in it perfectly. Well the pack arrived also it it looks like it’s going to work very well, attached is a picture I took this afternoon. I plan to give this setup a good hike this weekend on a post season scouting trip and will report back. Thought I’d share as a potential carrying option for other Predator users.

 

[smcchevy]

Nice, I'm on the search for a pack with a spot for the predator. Thanks for the write up!

 

[Public]

What's your climbing method and how are you packing it?

 

[d_rek]

A predator will also fit into a superday (a little snug but it does fit) or in the outside of it nicely.


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[kmleach]

What's your climbing method and how are you packing it?

Mini sticks with a 5 step aider on the bottom stick were my go too this fall, i fit two sticks on each side of the pack under the straps on either side of the platform. I’m a long legged 6’2” tall so i can easily get to 20’+ with four sticks. I plan to continue to use them for spots less than a mile from the truck or if I might need to set up in a tiny or severely crooked tree. I’ve recently started practicing a hybrid of ninja’s aider method with g2’s method of an aider plus WE steps with the goal to be able to climb with just a 5 step aider and predator platform. First couple tries worked great just working out the kinks in my process, should be great to only need those two things for both a climbing method and platform.

 

[Vthntr]

That’s an Osprey eclipse 36 back country ski pack. Predator fits in the shovel compartment and plenty of room for extra cloths or gear in the main compartment. Put a pack of 5 or 8 we steps extra layers you name it.

 

[rakbowhunter]

Both of those look like great options. I was looking at the Horn Hunter G2. How heavy is the Badlands Ascent and Osprey Eclipse?

 

[sdonx]

I use a Mystery Ranch popup 28 and when it gets cold an EXO 3500. Here’s my Predator bag. I throw it over my shoulder on the way up a tree. And then use it as a hold all bag once up the tree. Pretty slick Ill say.

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[kmleach]

Both of those look like great options. I was looking at the Horn Hunter G2. How heavy is the Badlands Ascent and Osprey Eclipse?

Ascent is 4lbs with built in polycarbonate type frame I believe

 

[Vthntr]

Osprey 4.9lbs. Keep in mind it’s an adjustable internal frame pack ment to carry in the BC all day skiing. Super comfy.

 

[wmahunterfl]

Both of those look like great options. I was looking at the Horn Hunter G2. How heavy is the Badlands Ascent and Osprey Eclipse?

I have a horn hunter for sale if your interested. See the classifieds.

 

[peteherbst]

I use a Mystery Ranch popup 28 and when it gets cold an EXO 3500. Here’s my Predator bag. I throw it over my shoulder on the way up a tree. And then use it as a hold all bag once up the tree. Pretty slick Ill say.

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Where did you find that bag? I’m looking for something similar.

 

[sdonx]

I made it from camo neoprene

 

[rakbowhunter]

I have a horn hunter for sale if your interested. See the classifieds.

I saw that. I am looking for something a little smaller and lighter weight. I am planning on doing SRT next year so only really need to fir a predator and some rope. Great looking pack at a great price though.

 

[Public]

Mini sticks with a 5 step aider on the bottom stick were my go too this fall, i fit two sticks on each side of the pack under the straps on either side of the platform. I’m a long legged 6’2” tall so i can easily get to 20’+ with four sticks. I plan to continue to use them for spots less than a mile from the truck or if I might need to set up in a tiny or severely crooked tree. I’ve recently started practicing a hybrid of ninja’s aider method with g2’s method of an aider plus WE steps with the goal to be able to climb with just a 5 step aider and predator platform. First couple tries worked great just working out the kinks in my process, should be great to only need those two things for both a climbing method and platform.

Which 5 step aider are you using? I need to get one for my WE steps - whenever they come in.....

 

[kmleach]

Which 5 step aider are you using? I need to get one for my WE steps - whenever they come in.....

I have the Kailas that G2 linked in his latest climbing video but just ordered a Black Diamond to try as well. From what I’ve read on here the black diamond has larger foot loops but is bulkier overall. The Kailas works great but I wear a size 12 and a size 13 when it’s cold so it can sometimes be difficult to get my feet in the loops for the Kailas, regardless it’s worked just fine so far otherwise

 

[Guide2Gear]

I found my best backpack so far on Amazon. Military style backpack with plenty of room and buckles for sticks and platform. Only one bungee and got up the tree in one since I got the pack. Can fit all of my gear in it is well. Amazing $25 purchase

 

[kmleach]

I found my best backpack so far on Amazon. Military style backpack with plenty of room and buckles for sticks and platform. Only one bungee and got up the tree in one since I got the pack. Can fit all of my gear in it is well. Amazing $25 purchase

Have a link? Would be interested in checking it out at that price

 

[Spur]

I made it from camo neoprene

Where do you get the neoprene?

 

[Jefferson10940]

The predator fits in my tenzing 1200 perfectly. I had some pics let me look ....