Mystery Ranch or Kifaru

TLR said:
I just got back (Sat) from a two week trip in India and used a Camelback Trizip which is designed off of the Mystery Ranch 3DAP.

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I don't really need any more packs but if I get another it will be a Mystery Ranch.
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If you liked the Camelback why switch to the MR?
 
Ok, I made up my mind. I have decided I am going to get the Kifaru longhunter, I am still undecided as to which one to get, the standard or the guide? I still have to decide if I should get camo or foliage green? I am leaning more toward the longhunter guide in foliage green as the price is only $40 more and I get almost 2000 cu cm more space and the foliage green appeals to me more. I am going to get the complete package which will give me every optional accessory that I can get. If anyone has anymore input please let me know as this will be a $900 order and I want to make the right choice, at this price this will be the end of my packs and I don't want to screw this one up.
 
You might look at the EMR on the military pack side. I believe it is made of stronger fabric, and has the molle loops so modular pockets, etc can be attached. Same pack more features, but heavier.
 
redpoint said:
Arc'teryx's Naos 85 is made in Vancouver, BC. That, my friend is a very high-end pack. Comes in a charcoal grey - perfect for a hunter - and because it's waterproof, it'll clean-up easily after a hunting trip. These are tough packs and the h20-proof design is absolutely fantastic. Many of Arc'teryx's products are made in Canada [the expensive ones anyway]. Should ring-in around your budget.
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I've had an Arcteryx Khazri 55 Long now for a couple of years that was meant to replace my 20 year old MEC North Twin. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another Arcteryx, and their high end models are made in Canada.
 
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gulliamo said:
If you liked the Camelback why switch to the MR?
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:) Like I said IF I get another. Course gear for me is like crack so...

The Trizip is the only camelback pack with the MR harness system. They're the only ones I know of doing packs this size with an adjustable harness system. IF I get another pack it wont be without an adjustable harness.
 
Moving Target said:
The smaller "Linchpin" also uses a MR harness.
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Thanks! That one must be new. When I was looking and bought mine (just before Shot Show) the trizip was the only one. Hopefully they'll put one in the 3000 ci range out.
 
Sorry, I have yet to own a Kifaru, mostly because they are custom built to order and take 6-8 weeks. I'm sure they are very good, though, and I think eventually I will get one.

Mystery Ranch (MR) packs are great. I have the 3 Day Assault Pack (3DAP), Cerberus, and Behemoth packs. I trust pretty much anything from MR because it's Dana Gleason's current company (as previously mentioned), and still designed and made in the USA.

Also, have you considered Eberlestock? I have the Eberlestock F4 Terminator. It is awesome, and has more than enough room to haul anything. I think I only paid like $400 for it, brand new, and it arrived within days.

I'm not a fan of "lightweight" packs, either, so the weight of any of these packs doesn't bother me in the least. I agree the 5.11 packs are pretty sub-par. I love the Maxpedition stuff. Even though they are not really a full-size backpack manufacturer, they make some awesome gear.

And finally, the Canadian Arc'Teryx makes some of the absolute best hiking, climbing/mountaineering technical packs (and other gear) in the world. They are my absolute favorite of the "civilian" type packs. I don't have any of their LEAF (Law Enforcement and Armed Forces) line yet, but I can't imagine how their Echo 60 pack could ever let anyone down. Maybe that's next on my list to get...
 
Well, I just placed the order but I lied in my previous post about deciding to get the Kifaru. I went with the Mystery Ranch Grizzly in foliage green. I really hope I won't be disappointed. I looked at the Arc'Teryx at wholesale sports and I must say they are great packs and I will get one but for hunting I don't know if they really fit the bill for me.
 
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