Are you still running this AGC? Why did you choose it over a Kuiu bino harness? I run the original Kuiu and love it but things do get dirty but it’s very light and quiet and terrific for stalking. I’m a year-round hunting guide and I’m looking at this pack when I’m guiding clients and don’t have to worry about the same things as when I stalking and shooting a bow myself. I hope it’ll fit the newer Sig Kilo 3000BDX rangefinding binos. Nice video! What camera are you using, if you don’t mind me asking?
Thanks... Yes I'm still running the same AGC pack. I love that thing, it can be a little bulky at time and now there are more great options out there. I have gone away from my KUIU pack, it just did not hold up, but I put serious pressure on my stuff. I have switched to Kifaru now... Heavier, but much more durable and comfortable with heavy weight.
Your timing for this video couldn't be better! Ive been on the fence about the AGC bino harnesses. I keep looking at the classic Kodiak vs the cub. I just switched to an Iphone 7 plus for the VERY reasons you just discussed. I want to start using it as my primary GPS, so PLEASE PLEASE run through that series. I am VERY curious to know how well that OnXMap will work as GPS system in my phone. Will my Iphone7 plus fit inside the bino case with a phoneskope adapter right behind my bino's in the main compartment with the cub? Ever seen the classic in person? I am going to try running one of these in 2017 because I have heard so many guys that like them. I just hope I can get used to that bulk on the front, while wearing my pack on the back. Seems like a lot!
rbjackson, Did you see the post on Rokslide? I got in a little trouble for posting. I guess since I have a couple tshirts for sale on my site I should not have posted on the Forum. I though people might like that review. OOOPs.... You will love the phone as our hunting/scouting partner.. Get a GOOD waterproof case for it, you will have it out all the time and you want to be sure it is protected. Especially the screen sliding it in and out all the time. WARNING... Do not use your phone as your only GPS device.... Yes it can be primary, but I highly recommend you carry another one even a cheap simple one that you mark camp, truck and key points along with your phone. Keeping a phone charged and the risks of failure are just to great to risk. I always carry both a GPS and Phone as I mentioned in the video. I've been lost for several days years ago and I had some guys get lost in my group this year, because of that exact issue. OnXmaps works great, there are several tricks and tips for sure. I'm going to start working on that video and e-book soon. OnXmaps has some work to do as far as navigation and importing data goes. But you can save waypoints, you just can navigate to them. I use mainly to see topo and aerial photos in offline mode. Cheers
Nick, I have used both the Diamondback and Viper HDs. I have looked through the Razors..... They are all pretty darn good and you are kinda splitting hairs... Just my opinion, but I would get the mid-line 8X or 10X... 8X if you are more Midwest and 10X if you are more western game. Use those for your general hunting needs and save your money for a nicer Spotter or the new 15X binos, I think quality matters more when you are trying to dial in at that distance. I hope that helps and thanks for the question. I'm sure lots of guys have the same one.
Mark, great video, love the series, what day pack/ hydration system are you running with this set up or are you? I'm assuming your leaving the 5200 back at camp? If no other pack than this for day hunt, what are you running with this for hydration? Can't wait for your map/topo,video; tons of info in your videos, very appreciated, love the detail oriented presentations, keep them coming Thanks Chad
No.... that the real beauty of the serious hunting packs these days.. I no longer run a day pack at all. I run my Kuiu 5200 all the time. I just did a long day hunt for wolves yesterday and carried it all day. I will do a video on setting up your pack as a day pack and how to integrate hydration. There is so much good stuff to cover on that topic. My 5200 is actually lighter and more comfortable than most any day pack. The great thing is that you get sp used to wearing it, so when the time comes to do some serious packing it feels like second skin. I run a CamelBak Unbottle 100 or 70oz... Depending on what I'm doing. They are amazing. They are inside a cover so they are protected from puncture and can be strapped into just about any backpack. I have my strapped mine up against the back of my 5200. Refilling the hydration bladder is a dream. I use a Sawyer Water Filter in the summer and fall months. It really does not matter what you use, as long as you use the platypus water bottles. If you use those you can use the Sawyer Fast Fill Hydration Pack Adapter Kit and you never have to take your CamelBak out of your pack. I will cover all that in great detail in my next video. I've been thinking about doing that video for a while, thanks for the reminder.
Ethan, Right now I'm using the 8 X 42 and 10 X 42... Diamondback and Viper HD. I'm planning to get the new 15X. I'm thinking about replacing my spotting scope with those. They are just more comfortable on a tripod for me and 15 power is most all I need.
Awesome video! Its been 10 years since I've hunted out west because of my job. I will be going back to Rockies next fall (2018). You have officially made up my mind on the bino harness. I've spent weeks doing research on these things. Thank you. I am from central Missouri what part did you come from? Again thanks for all the info.
I actually used the excess bungee from the adjustable bino lid to tether my rangefinder. It stretches far enough to reach my eye and the resistance of the bungee steadies it. When I need to put the rangefinder down it slides back into the pocket and the bungee retracts with it every time. It's all about what works for you and what you practice and this has worked the best for me.
Watched this video while waiting on my Vortex decaled Alaska Guide Creations bino harness. Man I can't wait for it to get here. Great video! Like this video you can't beat Vortex Optics.
Great video. I just stumbled on your channel and your bag dump video was awesome! My wife and I live in Colorado and are both going to start back country backpack bow hunting for Elk and Mulies this year. Needless to say I have A LOT of gear to purchase and your vids (along with folks like Gritty and Aron) are helping a ton. Thanks!
Thank You so much OpIndependence, I have several more follow-ups in the works and have several articles on my site. Hope you will check them out... Thank you for the nice words....
You are 100% right... I actually do carry one of the small bic lighters in there most of the time. Nice observation Ethan.... Thank You.... I'm working on a couple more videos and articles I think you might light...
Great video! Thanks for sharing. I have been wanting that exact pack for my 10x42 Viper HD's (awesome binos!), but I have a hard time justifying the cost of shipping/duty into Canada. One day though!
Are you still running this AGC? Why did you choose it over a Kuiu bino harness? I run the original Kuiu and love it but things do get dirty but it’s very light and quiet and terrific for stalking. I’m a year-round hunting guide and I’m looking at this pack when I’m guiding clients and don’t have to worry about the same things as when I stalking and shooting a bow myself. I hope it’ll fit the newer Sig Kilo 3000BDX rangefinding binos.
Nice video! What camera are you using, if you don’t mind me asking?
Thanks... Yes I'm still running the same AGC pack. I love that thing, it can be a little bulky at time and now there are more great options out there. I have gone away from my KUIU pack, it just did not hold up, but I put serious pressure on my stuff. I have switched to Kifaru now... Heavier, but much more durable and comfortable with heavy weight.
I took Dhea years ago & had to stop after a week. I was very jittery & restless. I am estrogen dominant & something got off balance.
Great Video, Thank You..... OMG Thats a lot of gear in that Bino, I gotta step up my game....
i enjoy the details of your videos, please keep them coming. im coming out to montana for my first time this fall.
Tom, You are going to love Montana....Thanks for the kind words.
Excellent video brother. Just getting started here and realized quickly the benefit of bino harnesses.
In my opinion its a game changer.
Your timing for this video couldn't be better! Ive been on the fence about the AGC bino harnesses. I keep looking at the classic Kodiak vs the cub. I just switched to an Iphone 7 plus for the VERY reasons you just discussed. I want to start using it as my primary GPS, so PLEASE PLEASE run through that series. I am VERY curious to know how well that OnXMap will work as GPS system in my phone. Will my Iphone7 plus fit inside the bino case with a phoneskope adapter right behind my bino's in the main compartment with the cub? Ever seen the classic in person? I am going to try running one of these in 2017 because I have heard so many guys that like them. I just hope I can get used to that bulk on the front, while wearing my pack on the back. Seems like a lot!
rbjackson, Did you see the post on Rokslide? I got in a little trouble for posting. I guess since I have a couple tshirts for sale on my site I should not have posted on the Forum. I though people might like that review. OOOPs.... You will love the phone as our hunting/scouting partner.. Get a GOOD waterproof case for it, you will have it out all the time and you want to be sure it is protected. Especially the screen sliding it in and out all the time.
WARNING... Do not use your phone as your only GPS device.... Yes it can be primary, but I highly recommend you carry another one even a cheap simple one that you mark camp, truck and key points along with your phone. Keeping a phone charged and the risks of failure are just to great to risk. I always carry both a GPS and Phone as I mentioned in the video. I've been lost for several days years ago and I had some guys get lost in my group this year, because of that exact issue.
OnXmaps works great, there are several tricks and tips for sure. I'm going to start working on that video and e-book soon. OnXmaps has some work to do as far as navigation and importing data goes. But you can save waypoints, you just can navigate to them. I use mainly to see topo and aerial photos in offline mode.
Cheers
Great video... glad i found this. I will be using this! Are those Leupold Wind River Pinnacules on you crooked horn harness?
good stuff man! What Vortex do you run? I'm thing of pulling the trigger on the Viper HD. I saw they also had another higher end set around 1200
Nick,
I have used both the Diamondback and Viper HDs. I have looked through the Razors..... They are all pretty darn good and you are kinda splitting hairs... Just my opinion, but I would get the mid-line 8X or 10X... 8X if you are more Midwest and 10X if you are more western game. Use those for your general hunting needs and save your money for a nicer Spotter or the new 15X binos, I think quality matters more when you are trying to dial in at that distance. I hope that helps and thanks for the question. I'm sure lots of guys have the same one.
Mark, great video, love the series, what day pack/ hydration system are you running with this set up or are you? I'm assuming your leaving the 5200 back at camp? If no other pack than this for day hunt, what are you running with this for hydration? Can't wait for your map/topo,video; tons of info in your videos, very appreciated, love the detail oriented presentations, keep them coming
Thanks
Chad
No.... that the real beauty of the serious hunting packs these days.. I no longer run a day pack at all. I run my Kuiu 5200 all the time. I just did a long day hunt for wolves yesterday and carried it all day. I will do a video on setting up your pack as a day pack and how to integrate hydration. There is so much good stuff to cover on that topic. My 5200 is actually lighter and more comfortable than most any day pack. The great thing is that you get sp used to wearing it, so when the time comes to do some serious packing it feels like second skin.
I run a CamelBak Unbottle 100 or 70oz... Depending on what I'm doing. They are amazing. They are inside a cover so they are protected from puncture and can be strapped into just about any backpack. I have my strapped mine up against the back of my 5200. Refilling the hydration bladder is a dream. I use a Sawyer Water Filter in the summer and fall months. It really does not matter what you use, as long as you use the platypus water bottles. If you use those you can use the Sawyer Fast Fill Hydration Pack Adapter Kit and you never have to take your CamelBak out of your pack. I will cover all that in great detail in my next video. I've been thinking about doing that video for a while, thanks for the reminder.
Very well done. Appreciate it.
Hey Mark what kind of Vortex binoculars do you use
Ethan,
Right now I'm using the 8 X 42 and 10 X 42... Diamondback and
Viper HD. I'm planning to get the new 15X. I'm thinking about replacing
my spotting scope with those. They are just more comfortable on a
tripod for me and 15 power is most all I need.
Great video .. I now notice a lot of guides , outfitters , as well as hunters now carry their binoculars in a case attached to a bino system?
Awesome video! Its been 10 years since I've hunted out west because of my job. I will be going back to Rockies next fall (2018). You have officially made up my mind on the bino harness. I've spent weeks doing research on these things. Thank you. I am from central Missouri what part did you come from? Again thanks for all the info.
I actually used the excess bungee from the adjustable bino lid to tether my rangefinder. It stretches far enough to reach my eye and the resistance of the bungee steadies it. When I need to put the rangefinder down it slides back into the pocket and the bungee retracts with it every time. It's all about what works for you and what you practice and this has worked the best for me.
Jesse, that is what I love about this.. People like you can add some great options to consider... Thank You
awesome review.. thanks for the pack dump. and feature color. YOU made me a better hunter! great work!
Larry, Thanks that just made my day... It's going to be a fun season.
Awesome...great video!
Watched this video while waiting on my Vortex decaled Alaska Guide Creations bino harness. Man I can't wait for it to get here. Great video! Like this video you can't beat Vortex Optics.
Ben, Cheers and good luck.. I sure love mine... They did not have the Vortex decaled ones when I got, or I would have gotten...
Great video. I just stumbled on your channel and your bag dump video was awesome! My wife and I live in Colorado and are both going to start back country backpack bow hunting for Elk and Mulies this year. Needless to say I have A LOT of gear to purchase and your vids (along with folks like Gritty and Aron) are helping a ton. Thanks!
Thank You so much OpIndependence, I have several more follow-ups in the works and have several articles on my site. Hope you will check them out... Thank you for the nice words....
hey if i was you i would put a fire steal in your Binocular harness just in case you get separated from your backpack
You are 100% right... I actually do carry one of the small bic lighters
in there most of the time. Nice observation Ethan.... Thank You....
I'm working on a couple more videos and articles I think you might
light...
okay thank you i find your videos extremely helpful
Great video! Thanks for sharing. I have been wanting that exact pack for my 10x42 Viper HD's (awesome binos!), but I have a hard time justifying the cost of shipping/duty into Canada. One day though!
Thanks Brendan, I appreciate. Maybe you can find or there will be a distributor soon in Canada.
I appreciate the thoroughness of the video. It's frustrating to watch a 2 min video of someone with generic things to say haha. Cheers!
Matthew, That's exactly why I do the more detailed, ones. I think that is missing on so many hunting and backcountry pursuits.
I just wish it was shorter and to the point! but other than that cool Video