Whre to find a fly fishing backpack

[dallee]

Anyone know where to find a decent fly fishing backpack? Looking for something to do some walk-in fishing and perhaps even spend the night afield.

What have you see out there or what do you use?

[narcodog]

Look at REI or Orvis.

[zhoyt]

I used to backpack alot. Do yourself a favor and buy a backpacking pack and just use it for storage. The newer packs arent too bad, but having a backpack that fits correctly is very important for fatigue and comfort. You old Jansport backpack from highschool wont work. I prefer Marmot or Big Agnes. If you can hit a good outdoors store, the staff should be able to help you get one to fit.

[waynep]

If you are hiking any distance, get a backpacking pack and not a fishing pack.

My son and I have hiked into Rocky Mountain Nat Park several times to fish. We use Camelbaks with the water bladder in them. We carry 7 piece rods, reel, flies, hemostats, nippers, extra tippet, leaders and very little else in the way of fishing stuff. Just the absolute necessities. The rest we carry is hiking stuff. Clothes (not much, a couple layers & rain coat), water purification stuff, TP, sunscreen, 25 ft of para-cord, food, etc.

wayne

[Normand]

rei

eastern mountain sports

ll bean

sierra trading post

google: type in backpack

[Wes]

Anyone know where to find a decent fly fishing backpack? Looking for something to do some walk-in fishing and perhaps even spend the night afield.

What have you see out there or what do you use?

I have a Northface, internal frame, medium size (adjustable to fit 5'4" to 5'7" in height) back pack. has a day pack that zips on and off. if you're interested i'll get a photo. I'm sure we can work out a very reasonable price.

[dallee]

Yhanks everyone for your help. You've given me a lot to go through and take a look at.

I appreciate it.

Wes, what model is it that you have and I will look it up so you don't have to take a pic and send me an email. Don't want to put anyone out especially since everyone on here is so helpful.

Dan

[MontanaMoose]

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[CharlaineC]

personal i love the mollie ruck or the old army alice xl it worked well for me once set up right

[billhouk]

I teach Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics (and yes there are adaptations for fishing) and backpacking. Take a look at GoLite packs. They are frameless and extremely light weight. I carry a Jam, Pinnical, or Gust depending on how many days, distance, and season. I have a small fly fishing pack that stuffs right in. Waders and boots strap on the outside. Lightweight or ultra-lightweight backpacking requires some forethought, especially about equipment.