Vest/pack

[lastchance]

I like the idea of chest/backpacks, but I have yet to find one that doesn't slide up to my chin from the weight in the backpack. Do they make one that stays in place on your back? I've tried 3 and they all do the same thing with as little as a can of soda and a small bottle of water packed in it. Add a raincoat and a few fly boxes and the tug of war between the front and back begins.
Bruce

[Normand]

I like the idea of chest/backpacks, but I have yet to find one that doesn't slide up to my chin from the weight in the backpack.
Bruce

i havent seen a chest pack that still lets me see my feet!

[Sully]

i havent seen a chest pack that still lets me see my feet!

I havent seen my feet in years!...OH..I see what you mean now....

[nighthawk]

I have the Downs Chest Box set up in the middle and love it. Available from E. Hille Anglers Supply in South Williamsport Pa.

Here is a link. Mine is like the one in the center only in tan:

http://www.anglersupplyhouse.com/sho...om.asp?recid=8


Really nice product and the box lids fold out to make a nice work bench. I do recommend the optional rod holder though.

[nighthawk]

i havent seen a chest pack that still lets me see my feet!

Hey my feet are proof positive that nothing grows in the shade except fungus.

[lastchance]

Thanks, Guys, I think.
I guess it's going to be "a fete" getting answers to my post! I never had any trouble locating my feet, all I need to do is follow the smell. And...if you can't see your feet--don't blame it on the chestpack.........................Ha!Ha!
Bruce

[johnstoeckel]

I think what you want is a pack that is built on a traditional backpack suspension with a chestpack that clips onto the backpack straps. Look for solid backpack straps and maybe a waist and / or sternum strap. Fishpond has a few.

[FishnDave]

I like the idea of chest/backpacks, but I have yet to find one that doesn't slide up to my chin from the weight in the backpack. Do they make one that stays in place on your back? I've tried 3 and they all do the same thing with as little as a can of soda and a small bottle of water packed in it. Add a raincoat and a few fly boxes and the tug of war between the front and back begins.
Bruce

I've noticed that same phenomenon with my packs, whether they are the backpack type with a zip-middle vest-style front, or the center chest pack front. That is one reason why I prefer a fanny-pack style gear bag. Its good as long as you don't plan to wade too deep!

[Steven]

I like the idea of chest/backpacks, but I have yet to find one that doesn't slide up to my chin from the weight in the backpack. Do they make one that stays in place on your back? I've tried 3 and they all do the same thing with as little as a can of soda and a small bottle of water packed in it. Add a raincoat and a few fly boxes and the tug of war between the front and back begins.
Bruce

Stop shaving and oiling your chest.

[NJTroutbum]

I've tried over the years to use a number of chest packs. Never could find one I liked. This past Spring I tried the Fishpond Blue River pack. I use it primarily as a side carry, but it works great as a chest pack as well. I like the fact that it works well in front, or slung to the side. I am sticking with it & would recommend it to anybody.