Pack Frame

[VTHOKEE]

I was lucky enough last year not to have to worry about packing my elk out. I was literally able to drive up to her. My pack is 2500 cubic inches but has a nice compression system so you could haul a load of meat out if needed. See below pic.
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The same company offers a light weight frame that could be used for when I would have a long pack out making multiple trips. Also used when helping someone else pack out. Here is a pic of the frame.
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My question is, Is it worth it to get the frame to have as a back up or would I be ok with the bag I currently have?

 

[otcWill]

I\'d stick with what you\'ve got unless you are uncomfortable. I\'ve packed out dozens of elk with my old Dana Designs Bombpack 2500 cu. Done a bunch with 2 dudes in one trip with this pack. My advice; forget the compression part and just throw the deboned quarters in the main compartment. Good luck!

 

[bowhunter]

The top pic shows the meat on a shelf outside the bag. The further it is away from you the heavier it will seem and the more you will have to lean forward to balance the load. I would put the meat in the main bag like Will said. Maybe bring a lightweight bag to put your other gear in and place it on the outside. Just a thought.

 

[VTHOKEE]

I don\'t carry a lot of extra gear in the main part so redistributing it would be easy or just stash it and come back for it later. Like I said I haven\'t had to use the bag for carrying meat yet.