Rucksack/Backpack

Hi All,

Just wondering if anyone can recommend a good rucksack of about 65 litre capacity, waterproof or with water proof base , that s made of materials that wont hold odours (bait smells)

I have been using an old rucksack for a while but it has started to rot.

Are there any good angling specific rucksacks out there other than the Imax or Mustad? Something a little beefier.

I had been thinking of a seat box but like the comfort of a rucksack so will probably just go down that route

cheers

salt rucksack does exactly what it says on the can and dirt cheap cant fault it after nearly a year of abuse :D

I've been using the imax for over a year now and no problems whatsoever ,its a great piece of kit .
Anybody whos fished with me will know i dont tend to travel light and this thing handles it no sweat ,stays in place on long climbs up and down rocks and really comfortable to carry for long periods as well .I'd use it at least twice a week in all weathers .
A couple of people i know have had the mustad bags which have fell apart within a few sessions .

Cheers Guys,

really appreciate the replies.

roger de dodger:I must check out the salt rucksack, local tackle dealer doesnt stock them but I might try Limerick shops and see whats there.

Ronald: I looked at the Imax in catalogues but have not been able to pick one up and have a good look at it or to fit it for back length and general fit. I mist try and see if any shops within driving distance stock them.

thanks again guys :D

Happyguy,

http://www.iangoldstackle.com/Super-Match_Rucksack.aspx

Check this one out.....it will beat the other two hands down....send Ian an email from the site and he will tell you where to get one, if there isnt a stockist near you he will send it carriage paid. Dont forget to click on "view more images" you will see all the features.

Tom.

Like Ronald, I like to travel light. I have the smaller version of the IMAX rucksack and can't fault it. It's very tough but still very comfortable to carry. You can fit a surprising amount of gear into it. It has a couple of clever features, like a semi-insulated front pocket for bait and a second opening for the main section to get at stuff at the bottom. The zips and catches are standing up really well to salt. The fold-away waterproof cover, although a feature of lots of rucksacks, is handy.

I use it for all of my fishing, apart from lure sessions when I don't bring any luggage.

The only thing I would say is that you might need a separate bait/cool bag for occasions when you're carrying a lot of bait. I have the (matching!!) IMAX cool bag which is also a great bit of kit.[/b]

If you're carrying these things for a trek or two I'd seriously consider making sure that the straps are padded.
I have the mustad match bag, big one, and like that Ian Golds one, it's been seriously let down on the shoulder straps.
If you're using a hiking sack it has proper straps, fishing ones never do, so keep an eye on that one, cos my mustad one could do with padding.

If you're carrying these things for a trek or two I'd seriously consider making sure that the straps are padded.

I can't remember if the straps in the IMAX are padded. If I haven't noticed, then they probably are!! Anyway, I've used it over fairly long distances (2/3 miles) and with it packed to capacity without problems.

The IMAX straps are also very wide, so the load is spread across more of your shoulder. It has the usual chest and waist straps to help keep the load in place.

The back of the bag has very thick padding and bars to keep it rigid. I think the bars can be removed if you want, but I haven't bothered.

If you're carrying these things for a trek or two I'd seriously consider making sure that the straps are padded.
I have the mustad match bag, big one, and like that Ian Golds one, it's been seriously let down on the shoulder straps.
If you're using a hiking sack it has proper straps, fishing ones never do, so keep an eye on that one, cos my mustad one could do with padding.

Eoin,

The shoulder straps are padded and have a nonslip rubber backing....the whole bag is padded to make comfort on your back and shoulders a priority......its in a different league to the Mustad bag!

Tom.

I have the Ian Golds Back pack and can not fault it.
http://www.iangoldstackle.com/Luggage.aspx

cheers guys,

Emailed Ian Gold to see if he can let me know of a nyone who has one in stock, they look like nice bags.

Does anyone know how many litres the bags are? saw 2 on the site but the larger one looks huge! :D

Emailed veals just now too regarding the Imax ones to see how much postage would cost.

got the ian gould large back pack in vicking in bray. thing he still has one in stock

only problem is now i look like i know what i'm doing

:oops:

Cheers Derek,

Just looked on Vikingtackles web site

looks like a great bag too!

does it take much tackle?

all the tackle that i own plus the flask and bis and pieces.doesnt come with he plastic boxs so i have to souce them. best bit about it is only one bag to carry and one bag to pack back into the car at the end.including the freezer bag.

brother slagged me for an hour as its the only the time i have fished in 12 years and i turn up with this professional looking bag
but he wasnt laughing at end when we were climbing back over the clliffs in waterford an he fell with all his gear in his hands

can also hide all the new suff in it from the mrs

The Imax rucksack is a super bit of kit, have the smaller version (Ronald what the heck are you filling the big one with :?: ). Its hard wearing and the straps are padded. My old titan bag, after years of loyal service, was needing replacing and have found the Imax is the bizz for longer hikes.

The shoulder straps are padded and have a nonslip rubber backing....the whole bag is padded to make comfort on your back and shoulders a priority......its in a different league to the Mustad bag!

Tom.

I was advising whoever that maybe they aren't all that comfortable, they don't look to be in the same league as a ten quid hiking rucksacks straps.....maybe it's just the photos

Hi Lads

I have the Ian golds backpack and i find it a great piece of kit very comfortable and as everyone knows im a lazy sod but i have to say it is easy to carry on your back

fintan

The shoulder straps are padded and have a nonslip rubber backing....the whole bag is padded to make comfort on your back and shoulders a priority......its in a different league to the Mustad bag!

Tom.

I was advising whoever that maybe they aren't all that comfortable, they don't look to be in the same league as a ten quid hiking rucksacks straps.....maybe it's just the photos

Eoin,

Those straps were on the first rucksack ever designed especially for anglers...that was the Titan one, some 20 odd years ago...I have still never found a strap as comfortable, that why I put the same strap on the Ian Golds rucksack (in case anyone thinks it was ripped off from Titan) in fact its a "shoulder yoke" not just a strap....I designed that one too) Many! Many!! thousands of those rucksacks have been sold over the last 20 odd years....without any complaint and only compliments.

I am talking about the rucksack here....the Large and Small Back-Packs have the same kind of padded straps as you find on hiking bags :lol: :lol:

Tom.

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Cheers guys,

Decided to go with the Large Ian Golds back pack, ordered it this evening.

Thanks to you all for your help and for taking the time to post, much appreciated.

Many thanks to Rockhopper too!

Am looking forward to getting the bag and I will be sure to post my opinion on the straps, because I sure do like my comfort :wink: