Backpacks ?

[ac600sp]

I have the klim . I carry some basic tools, lighter leatherman and snacks. Never know might get stuck out in the woods for a night.

 

[polski]

For my 3 day trip in the UP I ended up bungee cording my duffel bag to the seat. Didn't look as good as some nice saddlebags, but worked fine. I have an apex ltx, not really any room for a tunnel bag.

 

[Clintondf]

I really dont notice im even wearing my pack. And i would venture to say it is heavier than most with all the stuff i carry in it. Some sleds dont have room for storage unless you add racks and frames to add the bags too. Like my polaris pro-ride chassis. I may go back to a traditional tunnel sled simply for on sled storage options. I carry a tool kit, shovel, spare gloves, spare goggles, spare socks, spare balaclava, water, food, and other emergency items. Sometimes theow a sno bunje in there also. Its heavy but as long as a pack is designed for riders, with waist and sternum straps, is adjusted and worn properly then its usually
Not noticeable. Atleast not to me.

 

[blutooth]

http://www.tagear.us/

The lightening pack. Awesome, lightweight. Designed and manufactured by an avid outdoorsman. I've had mine 7 years and it still looks brand new.

^^^ This pack. I've also had mine for around 7 years. Best pack hands down I have ever owned. I use it for hiking and hunting year round. It carries my 15 lb climber tree stand on the back great and haven't had anything rip or tear on it. I don't use it so much for sledding any more because I have my ABS airbag for that, but for an all around backpack with great comfort and quality, this is where you should look.

 

[packerlandrider]

To echo the last post, I can also back the durability of a TAG backpack. Have worn it snowmobiling, snowshoeing, hiking, even for work two summers ago, and it still looks brand new. Quite comfortable and unnoticeable overall, it really takes a lot of weight for me to feel it on my back.

 

[rocketman356]

save big bucks and check out Walmart good selection and half the cost. Have bought two there.

 

[M4me]

I think back packs are more of a fashion statement than real usefulness. I admit that I have worn one and realized that I have not used it other than to put extra goggles, gloves and what not into. I now put all that in the tunnel bag and do not have the extra weight on my back. Works much better for me. Personal choice I guess.

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[rev500]

I use a Marmot backpack. Had it out West and also use it for back country skiing. Will wear it trail riding in Michigan if I have the family and need to carry items as I have little to no storage on the sled. It has been great. Everything stays dry and it can hold everything you could want but also has straps to compact the pack if you are only carrying a little. This is important to keep it tight to your body and not bouncing up and down on your back. My only regret is that it only has a chest strap and not a waist strap. Next on will have both.

 

[misty_pines]

My advice, don't get a backpack. Why support that weight with you shoulders and back when you can just put it on your sled. Better range of movement and less fatigue at the end of the day. Been down that road....

I agree with this for trail riding and riding in the Midwest although when back country riding in the mountains, I do like to wear a backpack with a shovel and other items. When in the mountains, there is always a chance you may get separated from your sled and that's when it is good to have your shovel, extra gear, etc. on you rather than strapped to your sled that you can't easily get to.

I have an HMK Backpack and really like it. It's made to carry a shovel and has good room, lots of extra pockets, and distributes the weight well when wearing.