Hunting backpack that works for carry-on

[fallfreak]

I'm looking for a good day hunting backpack that will fit in carry-on. I would prefer one with a hip belt (removable preferably). Doesn't need to be a meat hauler necessarily but want something with alot of space to pack clothes and gear. Don't really need a ton of compartments just a few pouches to keep smaller items. Would be nice to use it on nonhunting travel trips as well. Anybody have experience with one they like?

 

[chevyman181]

We Like the EXO packs, they have several different sizes. I believe they have videos on using the for carry on, I know they have talked about the different sizes and using them for carry-ons in their podcast.

 

[Keep on]

I've been using a Mystery Ranch Coulee 40L as a carry on/hunting pack the last several years.
The waist belt is removable, it doesn't weigh much which is great if I'm bringing it in a checked bag and is up to light meat hauling. I tried several others, but this has been the best compromise pack I've found that fits in overhead easily, has a removable waist belt and isn't too heavy but up to day pack hunting.

 

[ccc23454]

I use a kuiu venture divide 3000. I can easily fit everything for week of travel including a extra pair of dress shoes and suit if needed. I am not a small guy with 3xl tops and size14 shoes. Even on local small planes cinch straps make backpack small enough for tiny overheads.

 

[mtmiller]

I purchased a Kifaru Minikeg (46l) a few years ago. It had a good discount at the time and just fit my camera pod case with a couple bodies and three lenses along with my rain gear. No problems with carryon and overhead storage with belt.

Though smaller, I like the Shapecharger, but seems over priced to me and never on sale.

 

[longbow51]

I don't recommend this. You can afford two packs. One round of ammo left in a bag and you could be in a world of hurt depending upon destination. For some odd reason, the airport of origin doesn't always find ammo. Happened in the Caribbean a couple of times a few years ago.