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I checked the 28 and 38 at the pro shop. Im definitely getting one. Probably go for the 38 myself!

. I struggled in this decision as well it was either the 28, 38, or a Pintler. When I originally started looking at packs I wanted something minimal my old pack was over crowded and I didn’t use have the stuff that I took hunting. I limited it to the necessities and I’m glad I decided on the 28 I’m going to do a “bag dump” to show how much I actually have in the pack.

 

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What’s the difference between the ‘19 version and the 2020?

The “2020” version was release at the end on 2019 it has a different style pop up system the old system was a tent style pole that popped up basically limiting you to and up and down position. The new version utilized trekking pole style clamps that allow you to telescope the pop up feature allowing you to adjust the height to your liking.

 

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Thanks for the reply...definitely an upgrade.

Wonder why the Popup 18 isn’t offered for 2020.

Nice pack for sure, I’ll probably go with one for the 2 day shed hunts we do.

. From the reading I have done it seems that consumers were requesting more storage than the 18/28 were offering so the developed the 38 and cut the 18. For me personally I can’t imaging going smaller than the 28. I am using this pack for hunting in the south out of a treestand so I don’t pack a huge amount of gear. When I finally decide to go on an elk hunt I’ll buy a Metcalf.

 

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I’ve heard that the new belt still doesn’t cut the mustard. Can you comment on that?


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I am a bigger guy 6’1 275. I ordered a size XL for a 42” waist. The padded section of the belt wraps to just past my hip bones. I wish that the padded portion wrapped another 2-4 inches around me. It is comfortable but I do feel that the belt on the Guide Light frame is a better fit in both thickness, width, and length. Keep in mind though this pack wasn’t designed to haul huge loads all the time, in my opinion. I do think that this belt is going to work fine in situations like mine if someone wants to carry a 20-30 pound hang and hunt set up.

 

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Is the belt pouch from MR? Is it easy to access when the pack is on?

. Yes I have one on easy side it’s the forager pouch in the large size. I can access it with the pack on however zipping if back closed with one hand is a pain in the ass.

 

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I would be curious to hear the comfort level with normal 20lb day loads, sold the original due to discomfort with normal loads, hopefully they fixed that. Great idea overall.

I should be able to comment on this with more certainty after this weekend planning on doing a little hiking and I’m gonna take this pack.

 

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These are some pics with a XOP Maximus with 3 Helium sticks. The pack carried this load well for me. Again I wish the padded section of the waist belt was a little long however it’s not uncomfortable the way it is now more of a personal preference. This is a rather large stand for a hang and hunt it’s just to see a size reference. I have attached the sticks using the MR quick attach straps. There is plenty of room to put the sticks in the load self if you wanted to carry a bow with these straps.

 

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Same as before except this is a Lone Wolf Alpha and no sticks. This is the setup I’ll probably go with and just put the sticks in the load self for easy of use and to still access the pack.

 

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Awesome information, I’m greatly considering this pack. Have you strapped a bow in?


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Yes I have I used the accessory straps to strap it to the outside of the pack. You can also put it in the load self but I wouldn’t just for quick access.