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"One size doesn't fit all" By None from Atlanta, Georgia on 10/14/2009 Describe Yourself: Casual Fisher Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I bought this item on special. It appears to perform as advertised but it does not fit me. So I had to return it.
By Jimmy from Minneapolis, MN on 10/13/2009 Best Uses: Fresh Water, Salt Water Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend Comments: The sewing on one of the cloth hinges was ripped out. It looks like a repair had been attempted on an original production defect but it didn't work. Not a big deal but it's quite a let down when you purchase a great item, only to find a defect.
By JM from Tennessee on 09/17/2009 Pros: Durable, Easy To Maintain, Functional Cons: Difficult To Use, Poor Design Best Uses: Fresh Water, Traveling Describe Yourself: Casual Fisher Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Not a bad piece of gear, but seems like it might be designed for bigger guys. Im 5'11, 200lbs and had to cinch the waist straps all the way down to keep it from slipping off my shoulder. Other than the fit though, the pack performed as expected. Plenty of room for a good selection of flies and tippet, plus extra space for tools, food, a packable jacket and some water. Has held up well after a summer of use, and I have no plans whatsoever to replace it.
By Fishalot from SW Missouri on 09/10/2009 Pros: Durable, Easy To Maintain, Easy To Use, Functional Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Great pack for Carrying both my fishing and camera gear. Was able to dispense with four fly boxes and just use the inserts. Much lighter load now.
By FishFish from Oregon on 08/31/2009 Describe Yourself: Casual Fisher Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I was able to figure out how to get the sling to work with no problem. I have been using for about a week now and I really like it. The more I use it the more I like it. I did have to "work" at getting it to fit just right, but now it's good to go.
By VF from Woodinville, WA on 08/24/2009 Pros: Durable, Easy To Maintain, Easy To Use, Functional Best Uses: Fresh Water, Traveling Describe Yourself: Casual Fisher Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This bag is wonderful! I had it on and adjusted in seconds. The construction is super heavy duty and I especially appreciate the way the pockets are designed so that when you open them, the contents will stay inside until you're ready to remove them. The main front pouch has 3 pockets: the very front pocket has a great tippet reel holder so that they stay in place and you can just pull off what you need. Behind that is a foam fly tray and pocket for your leaders, right where you need them. The rear most pocket of the 3 has storage for your tools, pencil, etc. There are also 2 pockets w/headset ports on them. Another buyer mentioned putting a hydration bag in the rear pocket and I plan to do the same. The bag is very comfortable to wear - I wasn't sure how it would fit a woman, but no worries - it's perfect. It will hold everything I need while out on the water. By the lower right front pocket, there is a small strap where I can attach a couple of 'biners to hold tools, etc. I also bought the Wind River Gear Black Canyon tackle bag that's for sale and it will hold everything else I need at streamside. This sling bag is an excellent value and with the coupons from STP, I got it for [$]- it doesn't get any better than that!
By Atlanta angler from Decatur, GA on 08/24/2009 Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend Comments: I think this is discontinued by WJ, and I can understand that. As an alternative to a vest, it seems like a good idea, but I don't know that the idea really works for most; I have met some who really like this, but it's not for me. One reason is that I don't like a chest pack (like to see the feet), and that is a (the?) major utility component here. Unfortunately, I can't comfortably arrange it so that the "chest" unit spends most of it's time on my back; the "lesser" straps & pads just don't match well for me that way. But, WJ is justly thought of as a quality brand, and if you want a "chest pack plus" this is worth a try.
By dre dog from bend or on 08/03/2009 Pros: Durable, Easy To Use, Functional Describe Yourself: Casual Fisher Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: great bang for the buck plenty of space light weight
another great product by William Joseph By basecamp Gangtok from Northeastern USA on 06/29/2009 Pros: Adequate pockets, All day comfort, Durable, Easy To Maintain, Easy To Use, Functional, Great suspension, Well Designed Cons: A bit on the heavy side Best Uses: Fresh Water, Traveling Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I fly fish almost all year round and i use this pack for all of my long day outings. it has enough capacity for clothing and gear to keep me happy during an early spring steelheading trip. Also, it is equally useful for a summer hiking/fly fishing trip to a secluded trout creek.
The pack fabric is amazingly abrasion resistance and durable. Thorns, brush, sharp rocks, water, snow, and ice - nothing caused any damage damage ti the fabric yet. Washing and cleaning is easy and quick.
I also like the suspension design because it is light and supportive. When the pack is full, the weight is distributed evenly. I did not feel any particular pressure point. The adjustable suspension system also makes it easy to get a comfortable fit and feel. Finally, as the suspension also lets air flow through the back side, it manages sweat and moisture impressively well.
Overall a very good pack for fishing/hiking day trips. on mid winter fishing trips, I wish the pack had a bit more space like 2000-2400 cui range. Also, the price is a bit high for a fishing pack. Other than that this is a solid and reliable product from William Joseph.
Very nice but zingers aren't included By Heartland from usa on 06/21/2009 Best Uses: Fresh Water, Traveling Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is good pack. However, be aware that if you've looked at it from other sources, as I did, this one from Sierra Trading Post doesn't include the two spectra gear retractors.
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