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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 12:05 PM
How do YOU lug around 3 snowkites?


So the quiver is growing, and my space is getting smaller quick. I have to work to shove a water bottle, 2 kites and a book in a tiny retail kite bag.
Who TF thinks up these tiny spaces with no room for snack? wtttf :((

Anyway soon my quiver will include almost 25m of kite.
With my conditions, it's an honest statement to say I'll probably need them all, even on one day excursions.

Can I get some pack recommendations??
I have no idea where to begin, and I'm sure some of you kite gurus have already put some thought into this.
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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 12:15 PM


I have seen kite specific bags listed on a few sites. But I wonder if some "std" soft luggage style bags, large gym bags etc could be used as carriers formultiple smaller kite bags? least then it is one big bag and not 2,3,5,7 small ones...

I have also seen used large plastic totes. Depending on how/where you haul your gear that can be much desired protection for slidding around in the back of a truck etc..



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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 12:22 PM


In the backcountry?
I live in Montana and have no car,
I pretty much take the real estate lift from my place and free-heel a mile into the backcountry.

Otherwise I take the bus down to the meadow, and from the bus stop its like; kite out, four miles of rolling hillside..

I need a pack.
I can prob work my way down to two kites over the season.But I still need one with space for three and snacks.
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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 12:36 PM


hrmm Sounds like "classic" hikers backpacks would be your best bet then?

Not sure many people hike thier gear in/out like that, but my 1st thought would be a hikers backpack. Some have pockets and webbing on the outside you could likely strap board, or additional small kite packs too as well..

Here are a couple I found on Target website, sure there are a TON more out there..
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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 12:42 PM


yeah I don't know if target is gonna do it lol.
I was asking for go-lite/ mystery ranch etc. Specific hardcore snow-nigga packs.
I'm not trying to pull a sled on day trips.

I got the stamina to haul the weight. I just need a pack that is well built for carrying around lots of volume, and is genuinely well designed.

Maybe a haul pack with daypack attachment?
I saw a standard issue smokejumper pack that was EXactly what I was thinking of; but my ffs friend said they carried poorly, and I was better off in private sector packs.

I was discouraged, but the design was the inspiration I needed to start the search.
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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 12:52 PM


sounds like you are looking for one of these Peter lynn pro bag



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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 01:56 PM


+1 for PL Pro Bag!





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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 01:58 PM


We normally head out to a lake or field so we have cars loaded with skis, snowboards and lots of kites to make sure we cover the conditions. Then a long kids plastic sled that has a decent lip around it to punch holes in run bungee straps overtop of the loaded sled and walk it out onto the lake or where ever. Doing longer trips I have friends that use a polk sleds and have no issues.
Sounds like you are looking for more of a pack though.



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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 03:46 PM


After a look see I'm pretty much sold on the PL Pro.
I could even use it for multi-day trips provided I get dope @ crafting snow shelters.
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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 03:53 PM


Dandre- the PL pro bag is really where it's at. if it can hold 4-5 kites, it can hold your 3 and a one person tent!

Best of luck!



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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 03:55 PM


You need to look at big internal frame backpack like the EMS 7000 Internal Frame. Look for something thats used for winter camping. 7000 cubic inches is huge but the packs usually carry really well.
1) Try to get one with a zipper on the side. Its a pain trying to find things at the bottom of a big pack unless you can open it up.
2) Look for a detachable top that turns into fanny pack for when you're kiting or hiking around your base-camp.
3) Side straps will hold your skis.
4) Use sleeping bag compression sacks as kite bags and you can scrunch out all the air to minimize their size.
5) Try different packs on because if you're skiing with it you want your arms to have free movement when skating/polling.
6) Decide if you want to go for the smallest that you can use and hang things like jackets and pads to sit on off it. or something huge that will hold everything inside. The trade off is weight but it's nice to be able to get want you want inside when its snowing.
7) Big packs that are fully filled are usually really tall. You may not be able to tilt your head back too far when you're wearing it. Especially if wearing a helmet. Make sure it is stuffed full when you try it on to see if you can kite with it.



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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 04:36 PM


I got the PL pro bag , it is WAAAY big!



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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 05:35 PM


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Originally posted by doneski
You need to look at big internal frame backpack like the EMS 7000 Internal Frame. Look for something thats used for winter camping. 7000 cubic inches is huge but the packs usually carry really well.
1) Try to get one with a zipper on the side. Its a pain trying to find things at the bottom of a big pack unless you can open it up.
2) Look for a detachable top that turns into fanny pack for when you're kiting or hiking around your base-camp.
3) Side straps will hold your skis.
4) Use sleeping bag compression sacks as kite bags and you can scrunch out all the air to minimize their size.
5) Try different packs on because if you're skiing with it you want your arms to have free movement when skating/polling.
6) Decide if you want to go for the smallest that you can use and hang things like jackets and pads to sit on off it. or something huge that will hold everything inside. The trade off is weight but it's nice to be able to get want you want inside when its snowing.
7) Big packs that are fully filled are usually really tall. You may not be able to tilt your head back too far when you're wearing it. Especially if wearing a helmet. Make sure it is stuffed full when you try it on to see if you can kite with it.


I appreciate the well thought out answer, but for my purposes right now I'm pretty much looking for a nylon haul sack. I don't know if I'm down for internal frame either.

It's pretty much a day/overnight pack I'll sno seal.
Backcountry out here is pretty much a four minute drive away, so I don't need expedition quality goods.

We just make do with what we have; with what's cheap and effective. One day I'll look legit, but I'm still a kite newb.
A kid who JUST got used to the strength this country requires.
I still feel weak in the witness I bear to the country around me. I wouldn't dare look more courageous than I feel

I just want a nice kite bag is all. The PL Pro looks like I could kite with a 12 m on, and still feel ok/comfy.

I can fit my old daypack in there and VOILA.
Good enough for me.

I like where your head is at though.
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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 05:55 PM


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I have three Pl pro bags that I bought from Peter Lynn himself, $25.00 each. One bag easily holds three kites and is very comfortable to pack in with, super nice bags .
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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 06:05 PM


that sounds too good to be true.
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[*] posted on 8-9-2011 at 06:36 PM


I've got a North 160cm travel bag - I reckon you could easily fit 2 boards and 3 to 5 kites, depending on the size. Of course, the airline will rape you when you check it in ... I use it to hide my kit when I travel around Japan.



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[*] posted on 9-9-2011 at 04:41 AM


Are you taking one bar for the 3 kites? Bit of messing around changing bars but not too hard and might save you some space and weight if you're not already doing it.....



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[*] posted on 9-9-2011 at 05:33 AM


The bags my LEI's came with are huge. I could easily put my Apex's in them , plus they have enough bungies ,straps and tie downs for a ton of stuff on the outside. A LEI bag 10meter size or bigger would work and are designed to carry boards ,skis , and misc.



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[*] posted on 9-9-2011 at 11:24 AM


the mountains were snow covered this morning at 13,000ft

I think the new ozone packs are pretty sweet, can easly hold two kites a haul bags works good to

dont know much about snow-niggas
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[*] posted on 9-9-2011 at 11:28 AM


Here's a potential source for a bag. Kinda expensive though all things considered:

http://www.ozonekitesusa.com.asp1-18.dfw1-1.websitetestlink....

Also a mention on here about "900 or so back packs":

http://peterlynnhimself.com/Sale.php



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[*] posted on 10-9-2011 at 10:17 AM


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dont know much about snow-niggas


BWAHAHAHA I was waiting for someone to say something.
All I got is 11,000 peaks.

The bridgers/crazies/beartooths are nothing to sneeze at though

I get so pissed at colorado, it's always you stealing our snow or us stealing yours.:mad::mad::mad:

does ozone have a specific multi-kite pack they market?
I for sure trust their quality

BTW Eric if you're ever in my neck of the woods I can hook you up with some cheap passes and $60 hotel loft up on the mountain.
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[*] posted on 10-9-2011 at 11:27 AM


Quote:
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does ozone have a specific multi-kite pack they market?
I for sure trust their quality


http://www.powerkiteshop.com/accessories/ozonebackpack.htm

About 10 liters smaller than the PL bag.

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