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Right on! It's been cool to see all the chest pack options that have come out since this video, but they're all focused on holding binoculars and don't quite have enough room for gear. I'm with you. I'm still using this setup too.

Right on! Glad you got some ideas out of the video. Hope you have a great spring hunt!

I haven't noticed much sag, but I don't have it loaded up super heavy. It uses a fairly wide belt strap that seems to help. I've also seen guys run this over their shoulder like a sling.

@@travisrockwell6409 thanks for the reply. I just bought the frame and I like to carry minimal amount of gear and carry it in the front. I haven't had much luck but I am hopeful. Thanks again

@@shawnhemminger4179 right on. How it works out for you. It takes a little getting used to having a pack in front, but once you're used to it it's hard to go back.

LP1MC Multilid. I believe it can be fastened to the top of any pack, but you might need to do some improvising.

@@travisrockwell6409 Are the straps included?

I agree with some of what you're saying. They need a simple lightweight alternative. They just came out with the Vapor line of packs to attach to the F1 and M1 frames, but I'm a little disappointed there isn't a top with this new design. I like the zipper attachment. It keeps the pack securely attached to the frame. Much better than a couple straps. And the straps are expensive! If you buy their hookup kit you're looking at another $80. That just ain't right in my opinion. You can get those "S" hooks on Amazon for a couple dollars.

The first shot was 472 yards. Danke schoen!

492yds. Thanks!

Right on! Glad you found something that's working for you. The glassing pad was from Sportsman's Warehouse, but I don't think there is anything special about it. It was about $7 and I just cut my own holes for the Eberlestock straps to feed through.

It really was a great trip! Thanks for having me along.

Thanks, Becky! It sure is some perty country!

I don't know how I missed this comment! Totally agree with your comments which is what led me to post a couple vids. Glad they were able to help get you some details.

No. That is the regular version of the Mainframe. This video was made before the tall version was available. That being said, I don't think there will be much difference in the way zippers line up.

Hi Claudio, I usually run the Transformer, but it's one that I've modified to get it as light as possible. I really wish Eberlestock would make a pack just for attaching to the mainframe and keep it as light as possible. I'm sure you've seen the Batwings made by Eberlestock. They are similar in concept to what I show in this video, but they have a different zipper arrangement. I like them, just wish a little more thought had been out into the zippers. Hope this helps.

It's true. Lots of really good options out there, but nothing is quite perfect. I think this Eberlestock pack is close. I just want to see a version of the Transformer without any harness system that weighs less than 2lb. That would be perfect for me.

Definitely a good solution when you need to haul a serious load.

I run pretty lean, but I'm always comfortable.

I dont think Eberlestock does really care about customer feedbacks..unlike Kifaru.

Right on! Let us now how it goes. You can unstitch the zippers pretty easy. I've done it on a couple of them.

Travis Rockwell Will do! I’m happy to see you think the same way about the mainframe as I do. Many options for it we just Eberlestock to make some really minor adjustments to make it completely awesome.

The quality of the material and assembly of the duffel is good. No complaints there. The zipper attachment is a little frustrating. When you hook it to Mainframe there isn't anything to keep it pulled up. It has a tendency to undo itself unless you tie it up with some Paracord.

Right on. Looks like a reasonable solution to me. Thanks for sharing.

@@travisrockwell6409 no worries, mate. I'm looking forward to your next Eberlestock videos, especially regarding mainframe. Cheers

Yes it can. You can remove the shoulder harness off the Mainframe and install it on the Transformer or visa versa.

@@travisrockwell6409 I actually never found someone with your kind of experience in exploring various kinds of setup with mainframe and batwings. I plan to buy a mianframe, 2 batwings, and a spike duffel, but I'm still imagining how to set them up, and would they be worthy to replace my FAC track pack. So, here is my next question. Can you zip both the batwings to the frame, and zip an empty duffel to both of the batwings, and then push the empty duffel to the back so the batwings cover the whole front of the system?

@@laodealmuqarrabun656 great question. That setup should work, but the duffel bag is going to be oriented backwards. In other words, if you attach the batwings to the mainframe first, and attach the duffel to the zippers on the batwings, the duffel will have the back panel facing out from the mainframe. This might be a good thing for what you are trying to accomplish. If you are trying to compress the batwings enough to conceal the duffel it will all depend on how much stuff you put in the duffel. I don't know if you can get it totally concealed. With all that said, I've never been able to try this setup because I never bothered to buy the batwings. They are so close to what I was hoping for, but the zippers are in the wrong spot in my opinion, and it's because of the very situation you are describing here. Once you attach the battwingsr to the pack you are kinda done. I want to attach more than just the batwings. I have another video where I explain how they should have done the zippers to make a better product. Check it out and let me know what you think. Eberlestock has been so slow to develop gear for the mainframe that I'm just about to the point of sewing my own pack. I think they have the best frame on the market, but their bags have a lot of room for improvement. Thanks for all your thoughts. Always enjoy hearing from people that are really thinking their pack through and trying to find the perfect setup.

@@travisrockwell6409 Hi Travis, can the laser-cut utility panel be used on the mainframe?

@@laodealmuqarrabun656 it can, but it doesn't line up very well. For some crazy reason, Eberlestock didn't keep the strap locations in the same place on the new frame. So the laser panel fits the M1 perfect, but it's a little off on the F1 Mainframe. Same thing with Transformer pack. It fits the Mainframe good, but straps don't line up the same on the M1 Carrier. Pretty frustrating.

Lots of features I like about the WarHammer, but I need to be able to detach the bag from the frame to use it as a pack board.

I don't know the exact video you're talking about, but I'm pretty sure the "man" you are referring to is me. I did a video a while ago, before the Batwings came out, using the zip in panels almost like the Batwing pouch. If you find the video please share the link. I'd be interested to see it.

I don't see why that wouldn't work. Let me know what you come up with.

Right on! I think you'll really like the pack. I'm not sure what strap you're asking about though. The pouch on the top connects to the frame by cutting a couple slits so the top straps of the harness that attach to the frame can pull through and hold it. Take a look starting at 1:30. I agree it's kinda tough to see and I think I'll do another close up video to show what I've got going there.

They work great! Give it a shot. Much better than a rigid bottle. You can burp the air out so they don't slosh around while you're moving. I've never had a Sawyer leak, but I did have a Platypus come apart where the plastic is welded together. Just something to keep an eye out for. Thanks for the comment.

Glad the vid helped. To answer your question, there is no weird slack between the zippers with the Transformer. It's a perfect fit on the zippers on both the Mainframe and the Carrier.

That could work good. It would definitely be nice to be able to use the straps without having to go around the outside of the Batwings and compress them into the center cargo area.

Look at the J51. Built in bay wings and you have the extra row of zippers to zip in a pack or duffel.