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Old 10-26-2015, 08:31 PM
Quiksilverj76 Quiksilverj76 is offline
 
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Default Backpack/chest pack combo

Just curious as to whether or not anyone has tried a backpack/chestpack combo? I have a standalone double breasted chest pack that I am finding a bit too cumbersome that I can't seem to carry enough of the "essentials" (lunch, extra gear i.e. rain etc.) I like the idea of the fishpond styles, but the price, especially for the black canyon backpack / chest pack(sold seperately) maybe somewhat inhibitive for me. Anyone recommend any suggestions? I know that they are certainly a personal choice, but just curious as to what people are using and how they are finding them (useful, not good storage etc.)

http://fishpondusa.com/product/detai...tech-pack/2250

http://fishpondusa.com/product/detai...-backpack/2118

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Old 10-26-2015, 09:07 PM
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I've got the simms sling pack, absolutely one of the best buys I've ever made, comfortable,holds all my needs and love the idea of being able to undo one buckle and swing it around to the front of you and get something out of it. The downside is your lunch ends up being flat a little pricey at 135 I believe that's what I paid but now that I've had a full season with this pack I would recommend it. Hope that addresses your question.Sorry about pics
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Old 10-26-2015, 09:31 PM
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Look at the William Joseph exodus ii. It has magnetic pouches so u have quick access to things you need. Been using it for the last couple months and would recommend it to anyone.
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Old 10-26-2015, 10:35 PM
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I've started using the Fishpond Wild Horse tech pack and it suits me nicely. Carries everything I need for full day trips and carries the weight well so that I'm not as sore as I used to be with a standard vest. Its a fairly big pack though, I think if I made shorter day trips the simms sling pack would work really nicely to carry lunch and a bit of fishing gear.
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Old 10-27-2015, 06:26 PM
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Thanks for the responses so far. It very much appreciated to hear what is working for the rest of you. Gives me some homework to check out some new options.
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Old 10-27-2015, 06:41 PM
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Keep your chest pack and just get a suitable day pack to carry the bulky/heavier items. A pack with a good waistbelt will be better because that's where all the weight should be with the shoulder straps just keeping the bag upright.

Depending on the weather and how long of a day I'm going to be out I will have a 15L or a 25L pack that I use. My chest pack has some flies/tippet/leaders...anything for the immediate fishing conditions while extra reels, clothing, food and water are in my day pack.

I find that when I look into all the "tech" pack combos and such it gets a little pricey for my liking. I'll use the extra cash I save for fly tying materials
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Old 10-29-2015, 07:55 AM
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Hey Quicksilver, send me a PM and I'll give you info on what I've designed. It sounds like what you're looking for. As you can see most people are havng to piece together different pieces to get what they want. I didn't like doing that so I came up with a solution. I'll have some available in the next month as production begins.

Tight lines!
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Old 10-29-2015, 07:55 AM
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Check out the ll bean Kennebec. Mines been great.
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Old 10-29-2015, 10:04 AM
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I went with the Patagonia Sweet Pack - might be pricey, but I absolutely love it.

http://www.patagonia.com/ca/product/...vest?p=48365-0

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Old 10-29-2015, 11:03 PM
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X2 on the Patagonia sweet pack, had mine for a couple of seasons love it. Super easy to remove the pack part and covert it to just a vest which I do often when I'm going to be in the pontoon
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Old 10-30-2015, 06:00 PM
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If it was me i would be looking into the fishpond summit sling. I might pick one up for Christmas.

http://www.fishpondusa.com/product/d...mit-sling/2014

I currently use a pinney Creek backpack and aroyo chest pack combo. I found the chest pack that came with the pinney Creek a bit too small for my needs.

I interchange them depending on my needs of the day. For full days I use both. For quik / light trips I use the aroyo.

I'm hoping the summit will come into play for those days I want just a bit more room than the aroyo.
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Old 10-30-2015, 11:49 PM
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I use an older version Orvis pack that I'll post links to. Love this setup as i can carry all my fly gear plus my raincoat, DSLR, lunch, water, extra layer and so on.


http://www.orvis.com/p/safe-passage-...s-daypack/14zg

http://www.orvis.com/p/safe-passage-chip-pack/14zk
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Old 10-31-2015, 07:52 AM
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Hey Quicksilver, send me a PM and I'll give you info on what I've designed. It sounds like what you're looking for. As you can see most people are havng to piece together different pieces to get what they want. I didn't like doing that so I came up with a solution. I'll have some available in the next month as production begins.

Tight lines!
Hi Willus3

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Old 10-31-2015, 09:53 AM
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Look at the William Joseph exodus ii. It has magnetic pouches so u have quick access to things you need. Been using it for the last couple months and would recommend it to anyone.
Second this option, been using it for two years and love having the option of taking the chest pack only. It's just large enough to carry some food as well.

http://www.williamjoseph.net/gear.php?userChoice=Exodus
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Old 10-31-2015, 10:28 AM
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I use an older version Orvis pack that I'll post links to. Love this setup as i can carry all my fly gear plus my raincoat, DSLR, lunch, water, extra layer and so on.


http://www.orvis.com/p/safe-passage-...s-daypack/14zg

http://www.orvis.com/p/safe-passage-chip-pack/14zk
I love this option that BBT has suggested. I switched from a Simms hip pack to the Orvis Guide sling pack and it has been great. It has helped minimize the packs I carry. I used to have to bring a day pack style back pack on top of my hip pack to carry my lunch raincoat etc.
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Old 10-31-2015, 10:43 AM
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Second this option, been using it for two years and love having the option of taking the chest pack only. It's just large enough to carry some food as well.

http://www.williamjoseph.net/gear.php?userChoice=Exodus
Third on the exodus pack I have the first gen. With the zippers and the load bearing frame pack. This thing is awesome I use it even when Im not fishing. Plus you can use both parts separately. The pack can be use with any of willy J's chest packs. 5 years going on 6 one zipper blew out and fixed and shipped for free
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Old 10-31-2015, 03:02 PM
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Hi Willus3

PM has been sent

Thanks
Sent a reply but am unsure if it went through.
Let me know.
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Old 10-31-2015, 08:53 PM
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Sent a reply but am unsure if it went through.
Let me know.
Got it thanks, replied to you as well. Looking forward to seeing your products

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