Hey guys, I'm trying to decide on the best pack for my needs here and I'm stumped past one brand and like 3 packs. What I want is pretty specific but not what I would think would be terribly uncommon. This is what I want.
- Rugged, durable
- internal organization/compartmentalized
- ability to carry rifle externally/semi-externally
- hydration bladder compartment
- Molle webbing
- padded waist belt
- good storage capacity
I am looking for a pack that isn't so big its unwieldy for a day at the range or a practical rifle match but large enough that I can pack a little extra gear like socks, undies shirts and wet weather gear for a couple day hike/hunt.
And for the rifle carry, a simple butt pouch and couple straps is fine or a full scabbard as long as it's where I can get at the weapon quickly. Along with that, the rifle that well be strapping in for the ride is a 15lb custom 300 WM 20" barrel, scoped and with a bipod, so not some little SBR with irons.
So far the only packs I've found that fit the bill were Eberlestock. I've been looking primarily at the G4 Operator, G2 and Lo Drag. I'm concerned that the Lo Drag might be a bit small for my needs but it's still in the running until I have more options available.
I really like the G4 and while it may be a litte large for match use, I'm not planning on being a pro so I can not overfill it, cinch it down and run it.
I'm willing to pay for quality but one of my points of contention is the price point. These packs are money and while I may end up with one anyway, I would really like to see a few more options that share the features I need from some other manufacturers. Also solid colors are a plus, not really a fan of camo for this purpose.
So that's what I'm looking for, what do you guys have for me?
- Rugged, durable
- internal organization/compartmentalized
- ability to carry rifle externally/semi-externally
- hydration bladder compartment
- Molle webbing
- padded waist belt
- good storage capacity
I am looking for a pack that isn't so big its unwieldy for a day at the range or a practical rifle match but large enough that I can pack a little extra gear like socks, undies shirts and wet weather gear for a couple day hike/hunt.
And for the rifle carry, a simple butt pouch and couple straps is fine or a full scabbard as long as it's where I can get at the weapon quickly. Along with that, the rifle that well be strapping in for the ride is a 15lb custom 300 WM 20" barrel, scoped and with a bipod, so not some little SBR with irons.
So far the only packs I've found that fit the bill were Eberlestock. I've been looking primarily at the G4 Operator, G2 and Lo Drag. I'm concerned that the Lo Drag might be a bit small for my needs but it's still in the running until I have more options available.
I really like the G4 and while it may be a litte large for match use, I'm not planning on being a pro so I can not overfill it, cinch it down and run it.
I'm willing to pay for quality but one of my points of contention is the price point. These packs are money and while I may end up with one anyway, I would really like to see a few more options that share the features I need from some other manufacturers. Also solid colors are a plus, not really a fan of camo for this purpose.
So that's what I'm looking for, what do you guys have for me?