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Jeremy Bennett

Fishing Rucksack
« on: 22/01/2020 at 09:22 »
Hi can anyone recommend a rucksack that has storage for some snacks and drinks (to cover a full day's river fishing) and all the other tackle needed eg spare tippet materials, flyline, various bits and bobs and obviously 4 or 5 fly boxs. It must have a D ring for landing net. I currently use an Orvis sling pack but I think a rucksack would be more comfortable over a full day.
Opinions/thoughts appreciated.
Thanks.

Jim Eddie

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #1 on: 22/01/2020 at 16:59 »
Jeremy
I have a similar one to the Wychwood which suits me.

https://www.anglingdirect.co.uk/wychwood-rucksack

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Jim

Hamish Young

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #2 on: 22/01/2020 at 19:57 »
Have a look at the Thunderhead Submersible Backpack, https://www.guideflyfishing.co.uk/product/thunderhead-submersible-backpack/
Quality bit of kit   :z16

Jim Eddie

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #3 on: 22/01/2020 at 21:04 »
I would hope so at that price Hamish  :z4 one for the tackle tarts methinks  :wink

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Jim

Hamish Young

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #4 on: 23/01/2020 at 09:05 »
Or for the angler who just insists on falling in to rivers/lochs or fishing in monsoon conditions and wants to keep something dry  :wink
I have seen one of those bags and I was impressed, but it comes at a price for sure.

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Dave Robb

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #5 on: 23/01/2020 at 10:31 »
It is expensive, but it should last for many years and once the initial sting of that cost surpasses, you have a bag that can stand up to the worst of conditions.  It’s worth it in the long run.

I managed to pick up an Orvis Galeforce rucksack a couple of years back for less than half price as it was making way for the new model

https://www.orvis.co.uk/p/orvis-waterproof-backpack/2hny

I don’t tend to use it on the rivers as I like to travel lighter, but for lochs or on a boat it’s great.  Fill it up and dump it nearby and you don’t have to worry when it starts chucking it down, knowing your stuff is dry.

Also that’s one expensive item I personally wouldn’t class as a tackle tart item. 

Fully waterproof stuff is expensive for a reason.  You can buy a £70 rucksack but your stuff will be soaked in a downpour.   

Now I don’t tend to head out in overly wet weather, but sometimes you get caught out and it’s nice to have dry stuff,

Jim Eddie

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #6 on: 23/01/2020 at 13:08 »
Fishing gear is a very subjective subject.  Its not like mathematics, there are no right and wrong answers, its basically what suits you and what you can afford.
I tend to spend a lot on rods, I have Sage, Orivis and Scott rods that I've spent thousands on , is it value for money ? do I catch more fish with them , probably not. I enjoy fishing with them so that's where the value comes for me. 
I would get no enjoyment in spending £350 on  a rucksack so not for me. However if anyone wants to spend that money on a rucksack that's fine . 

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Jim

Dave Robb

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #7 on: 23/01/2020 at 14:16 »
Yeah but you’re paying for the fact it’s waterproof / can be dunked in water.

I can show you a cheap rod that will catch fish.

Jim Eddie

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #8 on: 23/01/2020 at 15:37 »
Yeah but you’re paying for the fact it’s waterproof / can be dunked in water.

I can show you a cheap rod that will catch fish.

I can show you cheap waterproof rucksacks

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Waterproof-Dry-Backpack-Kayaking-Snowboarding/dp/B01H7D2HUI/ref=asc_df_B01H7D2HUI/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310512857178&hvpos=1o5&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11974165167814880053&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007293&hvtargid=pla-372960765034&psc=1

Like I said its personal choice and what you want to or can afford to spend.

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Jim

Euan Innes

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #9 on: 23/01/2020 at 20:39 »
I like that one Jim.
Here are some that are a wee bit more but not in the tackle tart range.

https://www.over-board.co.uk/collections/waterproof-backpacks

I like the Overboard stuff and my missus and I tested the waterproof duffles in Mexico last year and everything inside was bone dry. The rucksacks have been on my list for a while but I have too many rucksacks and I know that I don't really need another one.
I also use one of the Overboard water proof bum bags for all my salmon fishing, and even deep wading doesn't soak the contents. Makes for a really light day and even has a water bottle pocket.

https://www.over-board.co.uk/collections/waterproof-waist-packs

Big Overboard fan  :z14 :z14 :z14

Euan

Jim Eddie

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #10 on: 23/01/2020 at 21:44 »
They look the business Ryan  :z16

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Jim

Dave Robb

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #11 on: 23/01/2020 at 21:46 »
I thought you were onto a winner with that Overboard stuff, I initially liked the look of the 20l Trekdry at £119.99 then I realised it doesn’t have zips.

I don’t like the look of having to unroll a large flap each time to get into the main compartment. 

I’m in and out of the bag too much when fishing but looks good for walking or other water sports.

Mike Barrio

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #12 on: 23/01/2020 at 22:05 »
All sorts here Jeremy, almost too many to choose from https://www.military1st.co.uk/bags-rucksacks/backpacks-rucksacks

Anything catch your fancy? I can see one or two that I would be happy to use ..... and adding a D ring, or carabina would be easy enough if the one you like hasn't got one. Especially since 'fishing packs' frequently have their D rings in funny unpractical places :z4

Cheers
Mike

Jeremy Bennett

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #13 on: 26/01/2020 at 19:39 »
Hi Guys,
Thanks for your posts so far and thanks again for the feedback.
I have been using an Orvis sling pack for years which is starting to fall apart so I am thinking a rucksack would be more comfortable over the course of a long day and numerous miles.
 

Re: Fishing Rucksack
« Reply #14 on: 28/01/2020 at 12:30 »
The Patagonia Hybrid Pack is not a rucksack, so slightly out of spec, but it does other a fair bit of storage with the added advantage of pockets etc. on the front for easy access to essentials without having to remove it.

Thought it worth offering up as an alternative.

https://eu.patagonia.com/gb/en/product/hybrid-pack-fly-fishing-vest/89166.html

 




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