Inside the Box: Episode #69 - Simms Freestone Hip Pack

SIMMS FREESTONE HIP PACK
A 12-liter durable, water-resistant semi-rigid hip pack that features multiple pockets and has fly box storage sleeves, plus peel-back zipper for easy access.
FEATURES
- Compression straps carry a jacket, a pass-through sleeve holds a net, and a stretch mesh pocket keeps your water bottle or thermos within easy reach.
- Easy open, dual front pocket zipper with interior stretch mesh fly box storage sleeves
- Removable & adjustable waist belt with cargo pockets & low line catch compression straps
- Removable & adjustable, padded cross carry shoulder strap
- Pass-through back panel sleeve to carry fishing net
- Exterior secured tippet caddy & stretch woven storage pocket
- Exterior magnetic docking station for nippers or mitten clamps
- Stretch mesh bottle pocket with compression straps to carry an extra layer
- Available in Shadow Green or Tan
$139.95
More info: www.simmsfishing.com/freestone

[@RichCollinsThirstProductions]

I wish you guys could show a few examples fully rigged. I can look at them in the store...until they are on the water or loaded up it's hard to know how they will perform.

[@MidCurrentflyfishing]

Good idea, Rich. Thanks for your comment.

[@Thirstproductions]

I have the old version and I absolutely loved it - but when it’s packed it’s actually huge. Gets in the way of casting. Gets heavy too with a big water bottle in it. It’s still pretty awesome.

[@graemerenfrey]

I don't get how nets can work with hip backs. You slot the net in that slip pocket - and what happens to the net when the bag is on your hip? You never see that demo'd, cos it doesn't work. Hip packs are great - if you don't use a net.