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Packs and Bags
Saddle Pouches and Bags
JRB likes to run a saddle bag on each hip. JRB prefers “dump pouches” that cinch at the top rather than wider pouches with zippers, simply because of the lower likelihood of loosing something if a zipper isn’t closed. JRB is right handed and configures the saddle bags this way:
- The right saddle bag has the frequently used items: The Garda Hitch Footloop, put on top of a rangefinder, sometimes a small water bottle. Because the Garda Hitch is usually on the rope during a sit, it makes the rangefinder and water easy to grab. It’s best not to put gloves in this bag because sometimes they might accidentally fall out when pulling out the Garda.
- The left saddle bag is used for facemask & gloves, placed over less-frequently used items: retrieval cord and a zip lock bag with emergency supplies.
Here’s JRB’s favorite saddle pouch:
Here is a great (smaller) bag which is perfect for our phone, with a magnetic closure:
Amazon has a decent dump pouch:
IDOGEAR Molle 10×11″ Dump Pouch
Cross Body Bag
As a minimalist, on most hunts in normal weather, JRB just wears a cross body bag instead of a pack. This KAVU product is good, rugged design and can be kept on our body as we climb. There are two small outer compartments that JRB uses for things like SD cards and small flashlight. There are two large vertical compartments with enough room for knife, drag, saw, shears, gut stuff, water bottle, food and even a trail cam. There are multiple patterns available and a couple provide decent camouflage, particularly the “Ferns” pattern. The actual product looks better than the image on the website in that regard:
