Stalking Pack Advice

[jeremy1517]

I need suggestions for a light weight pack I can use while stalking deer. I usually start with a backpack and end up taking it off because it gets in the way moving through bush/trees.

I don't want to carry much, binoculars, snack, water, call, just basics. I need something that I can store stuff without it getting in the way. I'm open for any type of pack or carry method.

Does anyone have any suggestions or things they like to use?

[njloco]

Kifaru UL spike camp, 2200 cubic inches @ 2.7 lbs. or a spike camp legacy 4.2 lbs. in camo 2200 cubic inches bomb proof.

Great products and services, I do own some of the gear and it's great.

Good luck.

[emt137]

How about a haversack? It doesnt get much more compact than that.

[jeremy1517]

Any good haversack makers?

[Axis Thinner]

Sounds like you need a Cat Quiver. I do a lot of stalking for Hogs In Ala, and I really like mine. This particular model has a pack  for bulky stuff and two side pockets. Very easy to organize my gear. The built in arrow holder keeps 6 broad heads ready and the Fletches dry. You can retrieve your arrows with minimal movement which can be really important for multiple shot situations. The woods here in Ms and Al can get pretty thick and mine fits well and allows me to go where I need quietly. Hope this helps you.

[Biathlonman]

I've been using a Hill People Gear, Tarahumara in that role and it has been exceptional.  A little more expensive then some but is 100% USA made of USA products.

[BenM]

I started using a fanny pack this year and really like it.   Cheap too about 10 bucks for a camo one at most outdoors stores.

[don_h]

The GFA haversack sure is a nice addition to my pile of bags. If i am not gonna need a large bag to pack meat, like an Oregon Pack Works bag, the GFA is great. Plus they are a sponsor here.  

[ZaneD]

I love my Badlands "nano" fanny pack. I can fit food, calls, scents, compass, gps, etc. it also has two water bottle holders so I put water in one and my thermacell in the other. Had it about four years and its held up great. To remove it during a stalk just unclip the buckle, and its off. Much more convenient for me than removing a backpack.

[Axis Thinner]

I just re-read your original post and something caught my eye.
Your Binoculars! Def. do not need to be in a pack if you are going to be stalking. My day job is thinning a herd of Axis Deer and my Bino's are always on my chest. Same for stalking Hogs. Get a good chest strap for your Bino's and use them.
I'm an old guy, but very good at what I do, and I use my Binoculars alot.  Good Huntin!

[ZaneD]

Also I should note, for me the main advantage of the nano in particular, is that it has many pockets, which allows me to organize everything and it stays where I want it. Whereas most cheap models have only one large pocket.

[Archie]

I've got a fanny pack and a large day-pack (2700 cu), both by Bruzer Gear, that work great for me.  Never have had to take them off due to thick brush... but I haven't had to walk through lots of brambles, either.

The CatQuiver works very well, too.  I have a CQ 4, and I have no complaints.  I also have 2 great packs by Summit Equipment... they are heavy belts that suspend a medium-size bag (like a cargo pocket) on each leg, hanging from the belt and securing to the leg.  This works well, too, but I've never gone through heavy brush with either one.  You'd have to find one of these second-hand, as they aren't being sold new anymore.    PM me if you want more info on these.

Lots of good bags out there.  Seems like a center-of-the-back fanny or backpack would work best for what you need.

[Pat B.]

Bison gear makes a darn nice haversack too..

[DamselflyFarm]

I just bought the Hunter's Sling Pack from LL Bean. It's a one strap bandallero style pack. I've yet to hunt with it, but it fits nicely and closely on the back. Will work great with my Arrowmaster quiver.

[bearsfeet]

Bison gear lost river is a sweet pack! Get the wool and it will be quite. Plenty of room for a coat or any extras if you need but not to big where its uncomfortable when you just need a smaller amount of gear

[Colotrad]

Badlands Diablo.  Narrow so it isn't wider that your body.  Mesh back panel to keep you cool. Carry a water bladder.  Perfect light day pack.  Lifetime warranty.

[centaur]

Look at the Safari Tuff Arrowmaster quiver. It has a pocket to carry small items plus lots of arrows. When I'm hunting whitetails, that and a couple of things in my cargo pants, and I'm good to go.

[Hill Hunter]

pockets

[Roadkill]

Look uo Ribz.  I have all my necessaries in it, water, binos, camera, gps  extras of all.  Have all my clothes and raingear in my backpack

They work well at balancing, and offer no problems in shooting

[Phrogdrvr]

x2 for the Catquiver.