This pack is my 6th hunting pack, I usually update every 3 to 5 years. This one is my latest and my favorite up to now. My last one was a Kelty Arrowhead 2000 which was a frame-less pack. I liked it so much it was used the most, until now. The X2 is now my go to pack with the ability to pack out more meat then the Kelty could. The X2 employes an aluminum frame and a strap system which allows it to carry a meat bag with ease, Two 100oz hydration bags, lots of lash points for added pouches from Eberlestock or any Molle pouches. The rock camo is nice for my area, just wish it had a built in rain cover like my Kelty does. The frame gets noisy so you my want to apply tape to the metal frame. The pockets have a short clip for hooking the hydration bags but it's to long to work right. I had to fashion a short loop out of para-cord to correct this downfall. All in all a great design which I wish I had years ago, would have made hauling deer out easier..You can even attach a rifle scabbard or a bow holder to it. The main bag is rated at 1800 to 2000ci but it could hold way more then my Kelty ever could. Just ad the optional outside attached pockets to increase storage. The material is pretty strong and quiet. So far this day pack worked well on my three night trip using ultra lite gear. Best hunting pack yet..4 stars for the lack of built in rain cover and the not well thought out water bag holders and the noisy frame..Tony~
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