Which backpack?

[prohunter]

i am looking for a new backpack (not daypack)? looking for either internal or external frame. would like to spend about $150.00. any suggestions. i will use to backpack to stay in for a couple of days in summer and in fall for deer season.
prohunter

[Litch]

I bought a Kifaru pack last year and I am very happy with it. It is more than $150.00, but I thought that it was well worth the money. They have a website, check them out.

[Hogskin]

I borrowed a buddy's Alaskan pack (made & sold by Cabela's) a few years ago when I went on a 4 night backpack hunt and ended up buying one as a result. ###It's a very nice pack, very durable, and good accessories. ###It's also very reasonably priced (well under your $150 budget). ###It's an external pack frame which is nice if you're going to be doing lots of hiking (as opposed to climbing in which case you'd probably want an internal frame pack). ###The external frame is also nice for hauling out a big animal. ###

Hope this helps.

Paul

[Speckmisser]

I've got one of the Alaskans too. ###I have to admit, I don't use it as much as I'd planned when I bought it, but it's a good, comfortable pack. ###

Whatever you get, keep in mind that external frames are great for packing out a hog or deer. ###

[Hogskin]

Speck,

I'm in the same boat, I don't use mine near as much as I thought I would. ###Now that my wife just had twin boys, looks like I'll be using it even less. ### If a guy is unsure how much he's going to actually use one, he may be better off renting one at a place like REI. ###The Alaskans are good packs, though.

Regards,
Paul

[BigDog]

Sounds like maybe you better set that alaskan up so you can carry the twins around with you.....

[steve]

At least with twins you'll be balanced.For the versatility go with the external frame.Better think about ordering the super mag game hauler from cabelas.Your going to have a load to carry.GOOD LUCK

[prohunter]

thanks to everyone for all there info.
prohunter