Fanny Pack or Haversack

[fujimo]

i know this wasnt the question, but i sure love the simplicity of a cat quiver- the arrows are quite AND dry.tons of space- one less thing to remember( as we get older!!)

[Roger Norris]

Haversack, hands down. I sell the Asbell Haversack on my site, but I use several. Canvas ones are nice if you spend any time small game hunting in thorns.

I "discovered" the haversack when I was in the Army. I hated the issue "butt pack" until I put a medic bag strap on it and carried it as a haversack. For me it's about having access to my stuff.

[misfire]

I lean towards the fanny pack because it stays out of the way but there are times when I grab the haversack like when I'm not going to do a lot of walking.

[ALwoodsman]

I use both depending on what the situation calls for.  I will use my haversack if I am taking my stand or groundblind in.  This way I can strap my extra clothes onto the stand or blind.  If I am going to a stand or blind that is already set up I will use my waistpack so that I can strap my extra clothes to it.  Both of mine are made by Bison Gear and they are a great company to deal with.

[T-Bowhunter]

I have the problem with the fanny pack staying up.  I have never tried a Haversack, but would like to.

[maineac]

I have a haversack with zippered side pockets and three inner pockets.  It allows me to keep the gear organized.  I don't know if I would like it with a back quiver.  I have gone to a bow quiver so that my back is free for haversack and groundblind seat or treestand.

[akbowbender]

Now I wish I had spent some more time at the Asbell booth when I was at the Kalamazoo Expo. Maybe I'll be able to make it down there again this year.

[akbowbender]

I tried the fanny pack off of my Blue Widow. It works, but I have to move it to the side a bit, so I'm thinking that a fanny pack big enough to carry what I need might not work too well.

I also tried moving it to the front. That works fairly well. Not sure how a bigger fanny pack will work. Might have to go to Sportsmans Warehouse and try some larger ones. Will just have to make sure no one is watching me put on a fanny pack the wrong way!

It's looking like a haversack might just be the way to go, or maybe a chest pack. We'll see.....

[Ceb]

I've used a old military surplus butt pack modified by adding a shoulder strap for many years now. I like it much better than a fanny pack. I've been eye-balling the Asbell pack, just haven't let go of the money yet.

[Ceb]

I've used a old military surplus butt pack modified by adding a shoulder strap for many years now. I like it much better than a fanny pack. I've been eye-balling the Asbell pack, just haven't let go of the money yet.

[limbolt]

Asbell haversack works great for me.  

[Pointer]

I've used both but I prefer the fanny pack with detachable shoulder straps...its more organized and more versatile..It stays in place much better than my GFA haversack. If I decide to hunt really light then I can take the shoulder straps off the fanny pack. When its cold out and I want to stay out all day, I can really load up the fanny pack and even tie an extra jacket to it as well as a small 3 legged stool should i decide to sit and post for a while.  

The Haversack found new life with me as a replacement for my old possibles bag when I take out the TC .50 cal sidelock for the late muzzleloader season..

[Sam McMichael]

I have a Filson canvas bag as well as an Asbell haversack. I like both of them, because I can carry extra stuff to the stand. However, for the basics such as camo gloves, facemask, cough drops (which I absolutely can't hunt without), extra tab, I use the pockets of my pants and hunting vest.

[J. Oles]

The Kifaru Scout has worked well for me.

[toddster]

wife got me one from old crow its all leather and nice.

[DeCurry]

Started with a fanny pack and did like it, but mine always start moving around and I found I was frankly carrying too much gear with me for a fanny pack to be viable without shoulder straps.  Got an Asbell haversack and really enjoyed it (however, for this entire season I used an Eberlestock Mini-me and absolutely love it; incredibly versatile pack that isn't gigantic).

If you use a haversack and dislike it when you can't find things quickly, I suggest trying something like the Grid-It by Cocoon.  I've used one of these with my Asbell haversack and it works great for keeping items organized.

Also, for carrying water, I use a Platypus Plus Bottle (basically a collapsible bottle with a 'sport cap' on it that holds a liter) -- squeeze the air out of it before sealing it up (same idea as the hydration packs) and it won't slosh around and make a lot of noise when walking like regular, stiff plastic/metal water bottles do.

[akbowbender]

I checked out Grid-it. Has possibilities. Thanks for the tip.

[Green Arrow]

can someone post a pic of the bisongear haversack, can't find one on their site...

[JV Rooster]

Green Arrow, Go on their site and click on store and you will see one.

[Green Arrow]

got it, thanks JV.  that thing looks huge to me.  nice though!