Been thinking lately about getting a nice Fanny Pack to wear when I Hunt. I don't really carry that much gear and I just do day hunts from the ground. I'd like to get some suggestions from you Guys. If you use a Fanny Pack, which one do you use and why do you like it? Thanks!

Steve

Badlands monster . Carries plenty of gear for a days outing.

El cheapo from Walmart. Been using it for 20 plus years

Allen Endeavor waist pack. Just the right size and can be used easily with a backquiver...and inexpensive

Mine is a Fieldline fleece model and I've had it over twenty years...was about $20.00 new. You can buy a Badlands Ambush for just over $40.00 and it looks like it would take care of your needs. A fanny pack is all I've ever use and the cheaper Walmart models work fine too.

I bought one from Sportsman's Guide for under 20$. Does the job for me.

3 rivers has a well made haversack

-a little more expensive but good quality

and about the right size for one day trips

my body shape has trouble keeping a fanny pack up :>)

same for me cheap fleece one from Wal-Mart & i ware mine on the front. contents vary depending on the type of hunting I'm doing

Fieldline (I think) with removable suspenders. Really makes a larger fanny pack more comfortable.

Wallmart clearance for $5. Works just fine. I'm not saying it's as good as Badlands etc but it's worked for me for years.

I like the badlands monster as well.

I bought the Badlands Monster. It is super well made, but to be honest, it’s just to big and bulky for hunting around the house and half day hunts. I use a Fieldline model the most, it is absolutely my favorite. I wish I could find another just like it.

I think the Badlands Ambush might be a good size for close range hunting.

get a haversack from the Asbell's, it will beat a fanny pack any day,,

I have a Bison Gear that I've had for a long time but I am beginning to think that they may be done.

I own the Alps Outdoors Little Bear. Great little pack. I can strap a heavy coat to it and the padded shoulder straps help distribute the load on long walks.

I've used the Bison and Duluth fanny packs with shoulder harnesses. Well made and functional, but not for me. Put the weight in the wrong spot. I revert back to a cheap Cabelas cloth day pack I have used for over 30 years or the Asbell wool Haversack or one of the shell bags from Duluth. The haversack or possibles style bags just seem to hang better on me.

I use one when my back is out instead of my day pack.

I do like Mahatango it works great with clip on suspenders

Awesome suggestions Guys. Thanks Everyone!

my son Logan loves the fanny pack. He has a cheap Walmart one but it's perfect for carrying what he wants.

some things vary in my Pac depending on how I'm hunting but always some parachute cord electric tape a few paper towels folding saw flashlight & extra batteries reflective twist ties (great for tracking in the dark) bottle of water rangefinder & small slate turkey call. if tree stand or black powder hunting a few other things

The badlands ambush is a well made pack and a nice size for day hunting imo. If it's not big well then your carrying alot of stuff!

Just make sure you get some shoulder straps to go with it.

Wow just in time,,,my 20 year old pack just blew up during a long long long drag ,,have no idea what I lost yet,,couple lights a grunt call I'm needing ideas too thanks guys jeffw

Badland monster

I got tired of my fanny pack pushing my pants down around my fanny and bought clip on suspenders for it. But recently I have been having issues with the old pack and bought a Badlands Monster. I wish I had done that a long time ago. I tried a haversack but I wanted better organized system.

Badlands Monster. Very well made. Really like the straps to carry xtra clothing for the hike in.

X2 on Asbells' haversack

If your waist is bigger than your butt, fanny packs *suck.* Gave my last one away years ago ;-)

that's why suspenders were invented

Got a Bison five or so years ago. Never used it much. Kinda wish I didn't get it I use different ones I had from way back when

Timber Hawk Guthook is my favorite. Very comfortable, and plenty of room.

Walmart cheapo special = it's 31 yrs old and going strong, plenty of room and still works like brand new!

Catquiver, best of both worlds.

"that's why suspenders were invented "

If a 'fanny pack' needs suspenders I'd rather use an honest day pack. In fact, I do. Small or large depending on season/need for extra clothing.

I've had many but the one I use the most is a Fieldline model. Fleece with 3 pockets and a couple of straps to tie a heavy sweater on the top if I want. It's served me well for many years

I have one with three compartments that my son-in-law gave me . I put a longer strap on it and use it as a shoulder bag. Carries plenty.

-Joe

I use a fanny pack sometimes. It has a extra pocket on the outside and both compartments have dividers in them. But I usually take my day pack.

After using a fanny pack for many years, I made a transition to a possibles bag/haversack type of carry. I like it because I can rotate it forward for easy access without taking it off, as well as easily moving it out of the way for an unimpeded shot or to clear brush.

I'm not a craftsman by any stretch, but I fashion my own, of varying sizes, by purchasing used women's leather pocketbooks, and then sewing on a leather flap top, and a 1-1/2" leather strap. Very inexpensive, and effective for me.

I use one that is 'MEI' brand, made in USA, got it decades ago as part of a full backpack, and it's just one compartment. I compartmentalize everything in gallon or quart ziplock bags to organize and keep dry in rainy weather. Nothing special needed.

LOL, if you are funnel shaped from the gut down, the fanny pack won't be of much use, just a major source of frustration I'd speculate.

30 yr. old Fieldine or Coleman one. Part of a Dwight Schuh pack made of fleece.

Still quiet and works fine.

Sportsman Guide Sells a large one can't remember the price pretty reasonable. It has shoulder straps, has two levels with some outside pockets, and a water bottle carrier. The other thing is it has cinch straps to tighten the load or to strap a jacket on. The nicest fanny pack I have ever found especially for the cost and the amount it will carry. DANNY

I bought one at Wallmart years ago also. It is a fleece one, nice and quiet with 4 compartments. It's been limping along the past few years, tears, broken zipper, etc. I fix it now and then to keep using because I can't find another. The new ones are too noisy for me.

Have to say that I checked out the Badlands Monster, and although it looks nice, functional and well made, it is nothing more that a One-Slung-Low backpack by the looks of it. The whole idea of a belt pack to me is to get rid of the cumbersome confining shoulder straps and free up movement to shoot my bow.

Fanny Packs sound like a good idea, but alas, I have too much belly, and not enough fanny, so im constantly hiking it and my pants back up, which is why I like bibs and small daypacks.

grider, you can get a butt cheek enlargement job!

Here's mine that my buddy Scott Robertson got for me over two decades ago. It's all fleece and has ample room for a small thermos or a 20oz drink bottle in the big compartment...along with gloves, snacks, etc. Two intermediate pockets carry extras like tab, string, snacks, first aid kit and a place for my Tracfone flip phone. Two really small pockets work for glue, nocks, dental floss, etc.

You can maybe see where I secured two of the zipper bases, but I suspect it will last another ten years at least.

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Haversack here as well. I bought a Finnish Gas Mask Bag for $15. Great bag. Holds more then you need to carry for a day hunt!

Same deal girder. Started extending the belt all the way out and carry over one shoulder. Mine is a tech Hunter. I believe from gander mountain.

A haversack isn't a fanny pack but some folks like them. I'm not one of those folks since I already likely have a back quiver over the shoulder, and I like physical separation of pockets for easy access.

The picture I posted is not a Haversack...it is a leather possibles / Mt. Man bag on a wide leather belt. The wide belt is the key.

I've used a fleece one from Cabelas (got it on sale for around $20) for about 15 years. Lots of pouches, stuff stays dry and I can wear it in front of me if I'm packing in a portable tree stand.

You asked for a true "fanny pack". Check out www.battlelakeoutdoors.com for their "soft 3-pocket" fanny pack. It's camouflaged and made in the U.S.A. My only complaint is that the belt can tend to slip or loosen as you walk. Maybe light suspenders could be adapted to this fanny pack?

I have a Bison gear fanny pack and day pack that I love. They are quiet and once broken in real well even better. I sure wish he would start up production again so that I could get another one. Any idea if that will happen?

Has anyone e ever tried he Kathy Kelly Design fanny pack. She makes bow cases and packs. Just curious ? They look nice.

Tenzing 930 is what I use,plenty big enough for what you need to carry without going overboard,plus the shoulder straps keep it in place very well unlike some fanny packs that I’ve used that would end up sliding down your butt

Hey now, that Bison Gopher looks like something I need!!! I like that.

Gents,

Looking for a replacement for my Pack Idaho FTO. It is getting warn as I have owned it since 1997. Have many items to trade or will pay cash. I fined the capacity to be perfect for early an early season elk hunt. Room for rain gear, lite game bags, lunch and a bit more. A little more capacity would be welcome in later seasons when more clothing might be needed. Would prefer wool but I'm flexible on the model, size, material, and camo/color. Thanks for looking!

LaGriz

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