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Post by angelhelp on Nov 27, 2012 19:11:37 GMT -7
Stupid weather's getting warmed up again too! Grrrr.
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Post by cowgirlup on Nov 27, 2012 19:13:25 GMT -7
CGU wrote: ''I did. When I looked in the mirror I could see there was too much slack so there was a gap between my shoulders and the pack. That helped but the shape of the pack may be all wrong for long term carrying. I might need to wear it more to get used to it. Since it's BOB/GHB I think the most I've worn it is minutes doing yard work. It's not uncomfortable just awkward and I feel like I either need to lean forward or stick my butt out to help hold it up, even with the waist straps tightened.'' Before you get rid of it we'd like to have side shot profile pictures please.. ;D[/quote] LOL That is not a good look. I saw it in the mirror and I look like a retard. This is the exact style pack I have. It seems to be made to extend outward instead of spreading the load around. shop.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/military-style-medium-transport-pack.aspx?a=961612It might end up being betteras a day or light duty pack. Or I need to change the way it's loaded. Maybe add some molle pouches on the waist belt to get some of the weight off the back.
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Post by wtrfwlr on Nov 27, 2012 21:46:35 GMT -7
Just to touch on what Mud posted about the deer thing and dragging. Dragging a deer out of the woods is the second largest killer to hunters with the first being tree stand falls. Many hunters die from cardiac arrest from attempting to drag out a deer not realizing both how tough it is and how out of shape they can be. As was mentioned earlier it does sneak up on us and when a hunter gets excited and the adrenaline is flowing from a successful hunt we can quickly over do it. My own brother suffered a double hernia from that very thing a few years back.
I do recommend getting help or looking into a deer cart like was mentioned as well. I also suggest that you learn to skin and quarter a deer on the ground. I've done it and have packed out deer on a external frame pack. It takes some thought and doing but it is a good thing to know how to do. As many know some of the places I hunt deer are pretty rough and if Thywar had not been with me when I killed that last big Doe I would have had to pack her out. Even with the two of us and after I had field dressed her it was still a big chore to get her out of the woods!
Another tip is I always wear a safety harness for my tree stand. I can use a line to attach between the deer ( on the antlers for a buck or the neck of a doe) and the waist belt. This move the load to my waist and I can use my body to lean forward and use more of the power in my legs than my back or shoulders.
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Post by mud on Nov 27, 2012 23:22:16 GMT -7
The main issue i had was fitness. Like you said it sneaked up on me. The terrain was horrible with deadfalls and cut brush. Hope you thywar and okie can get tuogether for a camping trip up there.
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Post by wtrfwlr on Nov 27, 2012 23:37:05 GMT -7
The main issue i had was fitness. Like you said it sneaked up on me. The terrain was horrible with deadfalls and cut brush. Hope you thywar and okie can get tuogether for a camping trip up there. That sounds like a great idea. We outta work on that.
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Post by mrmike on Nov 28, 2012 6:37:42 GMT -7
I am a firm believer in taking what you need for the mission at hand. Hunting is akin to scouting. You need to be light, quick, and quiet. For me personally on a hunt my gear consists of: Proper clothing Proper foot ware Typical hunting gear extras (some 550 cord for pulling the gun into the stand, compass, snacks, knife, lighter, and a couple hand warmers) Small survival kit (just a couple Lbs on a fanny pack) Rifle (loaded) with one full load of extra shells (5)
That's about it, I don't bring much. Just what I need for the day or an unexpected over night. Now on that same note, I don't hunt a HUGE area. But I think the same would hold true in say a bug out. Sure you have your BOB or what have you, but once your settled in you leave that back at camp and do your scouting and hunting and what not. Pack for the mission at hand.
Just my .02
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Post by pathwinder14 on Nov 28, 2012 9:13:15 GMT -7
Did you try tightening the sinch straps, on either side, just behind your neck. I did. When I looked in the mirror I could see there was too much slack so there was a gap between my shoulders and the pack. That helped but the shape of the pack may be all wrong for long term carrying. I might need to wear it more to get used to it. Since it's BOB/GHB I think the most I've worn it is minutes doing yard work. It's not uncomfortable just awkward and I feel like I either need to lean forward or stick my butt out to help hold it up, even with the waist straps tightened. Do you spread the weight around your body to lighten the load? Cargo pockets, belt pouches, haversack, hats, etc. are all good to spread weight and allow you to carry a smaller pack without sacrificing gear. From head to toe I carry the following: Head - Boonie hat w/25 feet of 550 Neck - Neck knife Right Wrist - 550 Bracelet Left Wrist - Timex with wrist compass Belt - Folding knife, Small sheath knife, Multi tool, Hatchet (tucked behind me), Canteen with nesting cup Belt Pouch #1 -10 feet of 550, carabiner, bandanna, needle, thread, Large trash bag, emergency blanket, Head net, Slingshot band Belt Pouch #2 - Snare wire, 2 rat traps Large Sheath Knife with pouch - small fishing kit, sharpener, Firesteel, Bic, compass, whistle, magnifying glass, thermometer Pockets - Gerber Dime, Kershaw Brawler, Mag Brick, Flashlight Wallet - Fresnel lens, back up compass, fish hooks, needle, small firesteel, Derma Safe Saw, Derma Safe Razor blade, bobby pin Cargo Pockets - FAK, Saw, File, Duct tape, 50' 550, Bandanna This allows me to carry a lightweight pack of less than 25 lbs. It allows me to be more manouverable and agile. It also lessens the stress on my back/hips for weight distribution.
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Post by cowgirlup on Nov 28, 2012 9:31:30 GMT -7
I did. When I looked in the mirror I could see there was too much slack so there was a gap between my shoulders and the pack. That helped but the shape of the pack may be all wrong for long term carrying. I might need to wear it more to get used to it. Since it's BOB/GHB I think the most I've worn it is minutes doing yard work. It's not uncomfortable just awkward and I feel like I either need to lean forward or stick my butt out to help hold it up, even with the waist straps tightened. Do you spread the weight around your body to lighten the load? Cargo pockets, belt pouches, haversack, hats, etc. are all good to spread weight and allow you to carry a smaller pack without sacrificing gear. From head to toe I carry the following: Head - Boonie hat w/25 feet of 550 Neck - Neck knife Right Wrist - 550 Bracelet Left Wrist - Timex with wrist compass Belt - Folding knife, Small sheath knife, Multi tool, Hatchet (tucked behind me), Canteen with nesting cup Belt Pouch #1 -10 feet of 550, carabiner, bandanna, needle, thread, Large trash bag, emergency blanket, Head net, Slingshot band Belt Pouch #2 - Snare wire, 2 rat traps Large Sheath Knife with pouch - small fishing kit, sharpener, Firesteel, Bic, compass, whistle, magnifying glass, thermometer Pockets - Gerber Dime, Kershaw Brawler, Mag Brick, Flashlight Wallet - Fresnel lens, back up compass, fish hooks, needle, small firesteel, Derma Safe Saw, Derma Safe Razor blade, bobby pin Cargo Pockets - FAK, Saw, File, Duct tape, 50' 550, Bandanna This allows me to carry a lightweight pack of less than 25 lbs. It allows me to be more manouverable and agile. It also lessens the stress on my back/hips for weight distribution. I am thinking I need to do that. I realized that the single heaviest thing I carry, multi tool is on the very top out side pocket farthest from my body. I put it there for convenience but it's not the best for the load. I ordered some smaller molle pouches to put on the belt. I am also looking into something like a fishing/hunting vest with a lot of pockets. I'm glad I wore the pack around the house again. I was thinking of this thread when I decided to do it since it had been a while since I had worn this pack. The last time I was just walking aroung the yard to try it out. This time in the house I was doing some house work, bending, reaching, going up and down the steps. I was surprised it wasn't as comfortable as I had remembered it to be.
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Post by pathwinder14 on Nov 28, 2012 9:42:51 GMT -7
Do you spread the weight around your body to lighten the load? Cargo pockets, belt pouches, haversack, hats, etc. are all good to spread weight and allow you to carry a smaller pack without sacrificing gear. From head to toe I carry the following: Head - Boonie hat w/25 feet of 550 Neck - Neck knife Right Wrist - 550 Bracelet Left Wrist - Timex with wrist compass Belt - Folding knife, Small sheath knife, Multi tool, Hatchet (tucked behind me), Canteen with nesting cup Belt Pouch #1 -10 feet of 550, carabiner, bandanna, needle, thread, Large trash bag, emergency blanket, Head net, Slingshot band Belt Pouch #2 - Snare wire, 2 rat traps Large Sheath Knife with pouch - small fishing kit, sharpener, Firesteel, Bic, compass, whistle, magnifying glass, thermometer Pockets - Gerber Dime, Kershaw Brawler, Mag Brick, Flashlight Wallet - Fresnel lens, back up compass, fish hooks, needle, small firesteel, Derma Safe Saw, Derma Safe Razor blade, bobby pin Cargo Pockets - FAK, Saw, File, Duct tape, 50' 550, Bandanna This allows me to carry a lightweight pack of less than 25 lbs. It allows me to be more manouverable and agile. It also lessens the stress on my back/hips for weight distribution. I am thinking I need to do that. I realized that the single heaviest thing I carry, multi tool is on the very top out side pocket farthest from my body. I put it there for convenience but it's not the best for the load. I ordered some smaller molle pouches to put on the belt. I am also looking into something like a fishing/hunting vest with a lot of pockets. I'm glad I wore the pack around the house again. I was thinking of this thread when I decided to do it since it had been a while since I had worn this pack. The last time I was just walking aroung the yard to try it out. This time in the house I was doing some house work, bending, reaching, going up and down the steps. I was surprised it wasn't as comfortable as I had remembered it to be. Another advantage is should I lose my pack, I'm still covered. Let me know how the vest works out. I thought of getting one but am skeptical of how practical it would be.
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Post by thywar on Nov 28, 2012 11:50:52 GMT -7
I posted this on Pathwinder's other thread.. I have two vests. Not only do they carry quite a bit of stuff, but I can grab it throw it on and head out. Everything I would use for an EDC plus is in there to include a .380 and mags. Here in tornado alley its convenient to just grab it throw it on and walk out the door because it can get me through a lot. They're handy and they distribute weight.
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Post by mud on Nov 28, 2012 13:29:50 GMT -7
Post a pic pls thywar?
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Post by thywar on Nov 28, 2012 22:15:09 GMT -7
No photobucket and no pics of the vests.. sorry
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Post by mud on Nov 29, 2012 6:43:39 GMT -7
Guess you can just bring it when us locals hook up
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Post by thywar on Nov 29, 2012 21:44:16 GMT -7
And we need to find a good time and get together soon.. Here is a link www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/concealment-vest-olive.aspx?a=556274to one of the vests I was talking about. This is my 'tornado warning in the middle of the night grab it and go vest'.. plenty of pockets to carry things I will need. I always have bottled water sitting around so I grab a couple of those and this vest and if necessary head down the road to the camp shelter. The other vest would be for other purposes. www.cheaperthandirt.com/product/VEST-163Both are useful and serve different purposes and carry quite a lot without filling a pack.
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Post by mud on Nov 29, 2012 22:44:47 GMT -7
After Rifle season I am giving the deer a break and doing more wood harvesting so that leaves a couple weekends before Christmas at least.
I see those all the time in my catalogs but never new anyone who actually used it. how does the sizing run? as to the second one I was thinking more along the lines of an LBV to use with my USGI pistol belt. my canteen alice clips to one side the holster to the other.
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