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Shooting Start Chest Backpack Combo

Average Rating: 8

Retail Price: 179.00

Manufacturer Description

Design



Sets a new standard for function and styling by combining a large volume
backpack with the rugged and guide-tested Windwalker style chest pack. Use
each component together or separately. Sized for the steep and long treks
into remote and crowdless terrain.

Chest
Pack Features



  • Low profile design with expandable main pocket

  • Modular chest pack “docks” with large volume
    backpack


  • Two main storage compartments

  • Three interior organization pockets

  • Molded “zip-down” fly bench with replaceable
    foam

  • Two padded neck straps permit use as stand-alone chest
    pack or sling bag

  • Padded air-mesh back with accent pods for all-day comfort


  • Chest pack doubles as travel bag for passport, tickets,
    wallet, glasses, etc. Simply click bottom hardware together
    and use shoulder strap in sling bag style


Backpack Features



  • Splash-proof, fleece-lined gear pocket with waterproof
    YKK zipper

  • Hydration pouch holds up to 100 oz. fishpond hydration
    bladder (bladder optional)

  • Padded, contoured shoulder straps for load control and
    carrying comfort


  • Adjustable sternum, waist, and shoulder straps

  • Two large cargo compartments

  • Two interior stash pockets

  • Rod tube hardware with compression strap can accommodate
    more than two rods

  • Bungee cord gear keepers

  • Two large side mesh pockets for rods, water bottles etc.


  • Jacquard web loop grab handle

  • Two external daisy chains for gear attachment

  • Zip-out, waterproof nylon cover

  • Padded air-mesh back

  • Net lash





Reader Submitted Reviews

Submitted by VTFlyGuy

Pros
This has tons of space in the backpack and lots of smaller compartments in the chestpack. It's comfortable and has good lumbar support. The Fleece lined pocket at the top of the backpack is a great place to keep keys/cell phones/wallet etc.

Cons
There is no good place for nippers or floatant to hang on the outside.


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