Thanks... I just ordered one! I have a tube of silicone grease and use it on those waterproof zippers I have on other gear. It really makes a difference in their ease of operation so I hope it works well on the infamous Orvis Sling Pack zipper. ;-)
The problem I have with this pack is the only real place to attach a net is the d loop on the back, which sits on your right back. Since I fish with my right hand it makes it very difficult to reach the net with my left hand. I hung my net by the head so the handle can swing but still tough to grab. I finally put a biner with the magnet on the strap so it hangs from where the strap and bottom of the pack meet. It works but not comfortable while walking as the next bangs the side of your knee. I think I saw the new models the switched it to the left shoulder which should solve all that. I switched to a chest pack.
I was lucky enough to find their older one left over in an ORVIS store on sale for $60!! Love it But yeah it’s a bit small :/ this one is lookin super solid (can’t say i like the giant glowing branding but meh what can you do :)?
Great review. Thanks!!
Thanks... I just ordered one! I have a tube of silicone grease and use it on those waterproof zippers I have on other gear. It really makes a difference in their ease of operation so I hope it works well on the infamous Orvis Sling Pack zipper. ;-)
I'll have to buy some!
Great review 👍 Got to get me one of those.
Currently on sale on Orvis' website for $129! Picked one up almost instantly
That's a steal!!
The problem I have with this pack is the only real place to attach a net is the d loop on the back, which sits on your right back. Since I fish with my right hand it makes it very difficult to reach the net with my left hand. I hung my net by the head so the handle can swing but still tough to grab. I finally put a biner with the magnet on the strap so it hangs from where the strap and bottom of the pack meet. It works but not comfortable while walking as the next bangs the side of your knee. I think I saw the new models the switched it to the left shoulder which should solve all that. I switched to a chest pack.
I have mine with the magnet on the loop end of the net that attached to the D loop it's way better
I was lucky enough to find their older one left over in an ORVIS store on sale for $60!! Love it But yeah it’s a bit small :/ this one is lookin super solid (can’t say i like the giant glowing branding but meh what can you do :)?
Still a good deal!