This is an incredible video! I'm going back and forth between the Metcalf and the Beartooth 80, and I think I'm set on the Beartooth after watching this video. Awesome job!
Thanks for the great review! Looking for a multiday pack that I can comfortably haul a packraft, paddle and pfd on in addition to all my gear, this looks perfect!
Really great video! I picked up the Beartooth80 in Subalpine. Thanks for going thru how to use the pack board feature. I haven’t had a chance to use mine yet. I think I could use this pack for a 7-8 day hunt. I added 2 ultralight Sitka zippered side pouches to the waist belt and an 1800cu Sitka dry bag for additional storage. For as big as this is, it’s surprisingly light, can compress the load very well and feels comfortable. Will be using mine this elk season! Thanks for the walk thru on this great pack.
Thanks for watching! Glad you're liking your pack. I've really liked mine and have little to no complaints. Sure there are things that I might do different, but no pack is perfect. Once you pack out an elk, let me know what you thought!
Thanks for the great review and tips. I was looking at the Metcalf and then found the Beartooth 80 on sale. So with your review before I bought. Your review helped make my decision and pulled the plug. Plus saved about a $150.
I wish they made this 100 liters like the Marshall. It looks like it is better built than the Marshall. More room is better though especially in the winter.
Having a metcalf i have ran it for 7 days but I know its really tight. Thats my experience. Big bag with tons of room. The beartooth must be a monster!
...you could also use the load shelf for packing your in your tent and other items that don't necessarily have to be inside the pack, then you would have more room in the pack for extended trips....
They're pretty freaking amazing. I've packed out two elk with it now and the only thing I was is that they maybe had a third strap on the side to help keep the meat balanced a little better on the load shelf. But overall, it's been amazing. I want to do a comparison between it and my brother's EXO pack that is similar in size.
Question, when you load meat in the pack, Is there something you need to consider in terms of scent and not emoting meat scent to bear or coyote? I mean you pack the meat, take it back to camp, then do you hang the pack from a tree like you would a bear can?
Most packs r a 500d codura after they went lighter from 1,000d down to 500d. Now ur saying these packs r going to a 330d codura?? That wud be tough for me to go so thin to a 330d. How do u feel about this decrease.? I just don't like that. But the pack looks so amazing!!!
Does the pack come with a rain fly? If not did you buy one aftermarket and where did you get it at? Thanks. Awesome review. I was on the fence, but your review made it an easier decision for me. Thanks.
It's held up great for me. After two full seasons and packing out three animals, I haven't seen any signs of unusual ware. Plus I'm pretty sure that MR has a lifetime warranty so if something did tear, break etc, they'd fix or replace it.
No way! I'm loving this pack. It honestly packs down small enough that it's fine for a day pack. There are a few things I wish were a little different, I wish the side pouches were a little taller but that's honestly it. It's so quick and easy to take the pack off when you're ready to use the load shelf and it carries weight really well. I do want to do a comparison between it and my brothers EXO pack that Is similar in size. But no regrets at all with this pack. Maybe don't get the brown color since it seems to look pretty dirty quickly. I'd get the camo or green version if I did it again.
I have the Cabela's Instinct rain jacket and pant. In Utah, we just don't get that much rain that I've ever felt like I needed to spend hundreds of dollars on a different set. It doesn't breath at all, but what rain gear does?
Nice review, BUT. With todays gear keeping weight down is possible with Dynema fabric. Several companies offer them for trail hikers and I own some. However, for hunting, canoeing or excursions 60 liters or less is not enough room for what a person needs to bring. And strapping gear to the outside is poor design in my opinion. Another issue is bear canisters. Some places they are required, and even when they are not, they are the best way to prevent wildlife from becoming dependent on our human food. So, I'd like to see reviews of backpacks that includes packing the items a hunter or trail hiker must take. The REVIEW should include: Tent, ground cloth, tarp, stakes, poles, sleeping bag or quilt, pillow, air mattress or foam pad, all secondary or back up clothing, rain jacket & pants, puffy jacket, gloves, warm hat, cook pot(s), cups, cooking/eating utensils, stove, fuel, dish washing necessities, food, (drink mixes, breakfasts, snacks, main meals, desserts, etc), water containers, water purifier, first aid kit, head lamp, GPS, emergency rescue device, toilet necessities, hunting system, (gun or bow) phone, camera system, bino or mono optics, luxury items (chair, butt pad, meat bags, spare rope & stakes, tape, multi tool, knife, saw, etc) . (And whatever you take that I haven't listed) Now pack the food, stove, fuel, and other scented items in the bear canister. Then put it all in the pack you are reviewing. FYI, I learned to put heavy items closest to my back or near the top. Light items go on the bottom. So, starting at the bottom, sleeping bag, pillow, mattress, tent, ground cloth, tarp, ( today you can get a two person tent that weights less than 3 pounds.) Then clothes, folding chair, bear canister, (when packed it will be the heaviest item.) By now you should be at the top of the pack. Small items can be stuffed between some of the larger items providing there is room. Daily necessities, water, toiletries, rain gear, GPS, etc and hunting necessities, bino's, ammo, etc. should have pockets or easily accessible places for storage. The better manufactures can make packs, to meet these criteria, the more likely I would buy and use them. PS: Darn few do. And NONE less than 70 liters will. Plus, I have one 70 liter Dyneema pack that will hold all this gear (food for 3 days) and loaded it weights less than 35 pounds. Minus water. So: I believe, VOLUME IS THE PROBLEM not WEIGHT anymore. My experience dates back to 1975.
The best full review of the Beartooth 80 on the net! Thank you. Made my decision.
You're welcome! Glad it helped.
This is an incredible video! I'm going back and forth between the Metcalf and the Beartooth 80, and I think I'm set on the Beartooth after watching this video. Awesome job!
Had mine a couple months, loving it - the features I wanted!
Great review!.... exactly what I needed to know to help me decide between the Beartooth and Metcalf.....thank you!
Best review I have seen! Thanks for the information
Thanks for the great review! Looking for a multiday pack that I can comfortably haul a packraft, paddle and pfd on in addition to all my gear, this looks perfect!
Nice review and comparison thanks for sharing!
Great video, better than everything I've seen so far on pack reviews!
Wow, thanks!
Really great video! I picked up the Beartooth80 in Subalpine. Thanks for going thru how to use the pack board feature. I haven’t had a chance to use mine yet.
I think I could use this pack for a 7-8 day hunt. I added 2 ultralight Sitka zippered side pouches to the waist belt and an 1800cu Sitka dry bag for additional storage. For as big as this is, it’s surprisingly light, can compress the load very well and feels comfortable. Will be using mine this elk season! Thanks for the walk thru on this great pack.
Thanks for watching! Glad you're liking your pack. I've really liked mine and have little to no complaints. Sure there are things that I might do different, but no pack is perfect. Once you pack out an elk, let me know what you thought!
The best review for the beartooth 80, for me, i decide to buy it...thx👍
Just ordered mine. Thanks for the great review
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the great review and tips. I was looking at the Metcalf and then found the Beartooth 80 on sale. So with your review before I bought. Your review helped make my decision and pulled the plug. Plus saved about a $150.
Glad I could help!
Bryce, where did you find yours on sale?
@@adambomb5000 Scheels
I wish they made this 100 liters like the Marshall. It looks like it is better built than the Marshall. More room is better though especially in the winter.
Thank you,Really good review! Thank you for doing this.
Glad it was helpful!
Great review
Great, in-depth review!
Glad you liked it!
Having a metcalf i have ran it for 7 days but I know its really tight. Thats my experience. Big bag with tons of room. The beartooth must be a monster!
I have a 75 liter pack and I can't imagine needing more space. It would be so heavy. Nice review thanks.
Thanks for watching!
Awesome! Just bought one lol
Without question that seems like it's the easiest and quickest meat shelf transition on any pack I've researched.
...you could also use the load shelf for packing your in your tent and other items that don't necessarily have to be inside the pack, then you would have more room in the pack for extended trips....
Very true! I almost did that on my hunt in Idaho this year.
Went on a hunting trip during thanksgiving break , had 90 pounds on my back thankfully for only 1 mile .
How is it for packing out meat?
They're pretty freaking amazing. I've packed out two elk with it now and the only thing I was is that they maybe had a third strap on the side to help keep the meat balanced a little better on the load shelf. But overall, it's been amazing. I want to do a comparison between it and my brother's EXO pack that is similar in size.
Question, when you load meat in the pack,
Is there something you need to consider in terms of scent and not emoting meat scent to bear or coyote?
I mean you pack the meat, take it back to camp, then do you hang the pack from a tree like you would a bear can?
I haven’t ever really done that but it wouldn’t be a bad idea so something doesn’t run off with your pack!
I have this bag and I carry around about 150 pounds with no issues.
Hey I recognize this guy!
Most packs r a 500d codura after they went lighter from 1,000d down to 500d. Now ur saying these packs r going to a 330d codura?? That wud be tough for me to go so thin to a 330d. How do u feel about this decrease.? I just don't like that. But the pack looks so amazing!!!
Durability has been good but only have two big hunts with it. MR does have a lifetime warranty which is nice.
Does the pack come with a rain fly? If not did you buy one aftermarket and where did you get it at? Thanks. Awesome review. I was on the fence, but your review made it an easier decision for me. Thanks.
no rain fly. order separately from Mystery Ranch.
Mystery Ranch, Cabelas or even REI will have rain covers for different size packs.
Interesting
Is it less durable than the metcalf since it is 330D cordura as opposed to 500D on the metcalf?
It's held up great for me. After two full seasons and packing out three animals, I haven't seen any signs of unusual ware. Plus I'm pretty sure that MR has a lifetime warranty so if something did tear, break etc, they'd fix or replace it.
Still liking the Beartooth or wish you went with something different or smaller?
Thanks
No way! I'm loving this pack. It honestly packs down small enough that it's fine for a day pack. There are a few things I wish were a little different, I wish the side pouches were a little taller but that's honestly it. It's so quick and easy to take the pack off when you're ready to use the load shelf and it carries weight really well. I do want to do a comparison between it and my brothers EXO pack that Is similar in size. But no regrets at all with this pack. Maybe don't get the brown color since it seems to look pretty dirty quickly. I'd get the camo or green version if I did it again.
What rain jacket did you use
I have the Cabela's Instinct rain jacket and pant. In Utah, we just don't get that much rain that I've ever felt like I needed to spend hundreds of dollars on a different set. It doesn't breath at all, but what rain gear does?
can the lid be a independent bag?
It cannot
What brand of sleeping bag & tent?
I have the black Ovis Chugach 0 degree and Alps Mountaineering Lynx 1 person tent
This back looks soooo much smaller in person
Nice video! How long does the big fuel can last on the jet boil?
The large can will last me a week easy with two meals a day.
@@chasecookoutdoors9489 Awesome thanks man!
What size do you have and how tall are you?
I have the S/M and I'm 5'7
Like the low profile, military genetics. Good for bush bashing.
Nice review, BUT. With todays gear keeping weight down is possible with Dynema fabric. Several companies offer them for trail hikers and I own some. However, for hunting, canoeing or excursions 60 liters or less is not enough room for what a person needs to bring. And strapping gear to the outside is poor design in my opinion. Another issue is bear canisters. Some places they are required, and even when they are not, they are the best way to prevent wildlife from becoming dependent on our human food. So, I'd like to see reviews of backpacks that includes packing the items a hunter or trail hiker must take. The REVIEW should include:
Tent, ground cloth, tarp, stakes, poles, sleeping bag or quilt, pillow, air mattress or foam pad, all secondary or back up clothing, rain jacket & pants, puffy jacket, gloves, warm hat, cook pot(s), cups, cooking/eating utensils, stove, fuel, dish washing necessities, food, (drink mixes, breakfasts, snacks, main meals, desserts, etc), water containers, water purifier, first aid kit, head lamp, GPS, emergency rescue device, toilet necessities, hunting system, (gun or bow) phone, camera system, bino or mono optics, luxury items (chair, butt pad, meat bags, spare rope & stakes, tape, multi tool, knife, saw, etc) . (And whatever you take that I haven't listed)
Now pack the food, stove, fuel, and other scented items in the bear canister. Then put it all in the pack you are reviewing. FYI, I learned to put heavy items closest to my back or near the top. Light items go on the bottom. So, starting at the bottom, sleeping bag, pillow, mattress, tent, ground cloth, tarp, ( today you can get a two person tent that weights less than 3 pounds.) Then clothes, folding chair, bear canister, (when packed it will be the heaviest item.) By now you should be at the top of the pack. Small items can be stuffed between some of the larger items providing there is room. Daily necessities, water, toiletries, rain gear, GPS, etc and hunting necessities, bino's, ammo, etc. should have pockets or easily accessible places for storage. The better manufactures can make packs, to meet these criteria, the more likely I would buy and use them. PS: Darn few do. And NONE less than 70 liters will. Plus, I have one 70 liter Dyneema pack that will hold all this gear (food for 3 days) and loaded it weights less than 35 pounds. Minus water. So: I believe, VOLUME IS THE PROBLEM not WEIGHT anymore. My experience dates back to 1975.
I get where you're coming from and this video wasn't meant to be a gear dump, but I do plan to do that this year when the season is getting closer.
Thanks for this. The music while you're talking is distracting to me, and would cause me to watch and listen to another video with similar content.
Shop around, I got mine for $429.99
Lose the music.
80 pounds yikes lol
Yeah, it’s heavy and sucks.