Stone Glacier day pack?

[Scott85]

I'm looking to get another pack to go with my Sky Talus and I'm having a hard time deciding between the Serac 1700 and the Avail 2200. I like the fact that the avail comes as a stand alone pack and can be attached to the xcurve but the price point of the Serac is tempting. Which one you pick and why?

 

[EYJONAS!]

2200. Because it is own stand along pack. I thought the same thing you did as far as getting a smaller bag for day hunts. However its not as convenient as I thought. They're not bad to switch over or anything, it's just that the larger packs compress down so well I don't see the point in using the smaller bag. The avail is an awesome pack for day stuff or just to use as a carry on or ski pack.

 

[EYJONAS!]

I'll sell you my approach bag if your interested. It's pretty much brand new I never use it.

 

[Scott85]

2200. Because it is own stand along pack. I thought the same thing you did as far as getting a smaller bag for day hunts. However its not as convenient as I thought. They're not bad to switch over or anything, it's just that the larger packs compress down so well I don't see the point in using the smaller bag. The avail is an awesome pack for day stuff or just to use as a carry on or ski pack.

Thanks, I guess I’ll keep my bigger pack for now and take it on a couple of day hunts just to see then upgrade.

 

[Schaaf]

I throw my avail on the frame and love it as a day pack. The 1700 was just barely too small.

 

[EYJONAS!]

I use my 5900 for all my day trips it compresses nice. (Deer, antelope, bears and lions) And if for some reason I need the room I got it. An avail 2200 would be awesome to have for trips, maybe a quick pack trip with family or for travel. Even small hunting and fishing days.

 

[TheNorthStar]

I use my 5900 for all my day trips it compresses nice.

Mmmmhmmmm!