Muley Freak Cheat Code Hunting Pack
Hunting Pack
~$630

Muley Freak

Muley Freak Cheat Code Hunting Pack

Muley Freak's first and only true backpack: a 4,250 ci backcountry hauler on a patented adjustable carbon fiber frame with a 150 lb load rating and built-in meat shelf. The shoulder harness slides up and down the frame on two locking mechanisms to dial in torso fit without buying multiple frame heights, and a removable lid plus included rain fly let it scale from day hunts to 5-7 day trips. Sold direct through muleyfreak.com in Coyote Brown, Ranger Green, and Black/Tan.

Approx. price
~$630
Capacity
70 L (4,250 ci)
Weight
5.6 lb (6.2 lb with lid)
Best For
Western backcountry hunters who want one adjustable pack for day hunts through week-long pack-outs
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Type
Hunting Pack
Frame Type
External Frame
Capacity
70 L (4,250 ci)
Weight
5.6 lb (6.2 lb with lid)
Max Recommended Load
150 lb load rating
Torso Fit
Adjustable - shoulder harness slides up/down the carbon frame via two locking mechanisms
Material
4-way stretch nylon and Cordura on a carbon fiber frame
Back Panel
Harness on patented adjustable carbon fiber frame
Warranty
Manufacturer defect warranty (materials and workmanship)
Raincover Included
Yes
Fits BV500 Bear Canister
No

Features

Adjustable TorsoRaincover IncludedHydration SleeveMeat Shelf

Pros

  • Patented adjustable carbon fiber frame - the sliding harness dials in torso fit without buying multiple frame sizes or a complicated ladder system
  • 150 lb load rating built for boned-out elk quarters and heavy backcountry pack-outs
  • Built-in meat shelf: the bag peels away from the frame to sandwich a load against your back
  • 4,250 ci with a removable lid scales from stripped-down day hunts to 5-7 day trips, per the manufacturer
  • Competitive weight for a load hauler at 5.6 lb without lid / 6.2 lb with lid
  • Rain fly included and stored in a dedicated bottom pocket - many competitors sell theirs separately
  • Integrated water bladder holder with hose routing through the frame and down the shoulder strap
  • 4-way stretch nylon and Cordura construction; early owner reviews on the manufacturer site average 5.0

Cons

  • At $629.99 it's priced against established haulers from Exo, Stone Glacier, and Mystery Ranch that have years of field track record
  • Thin review base: just 19 reviews on muleyfreak.com and almost no independent forum discussion - most coverage comes from Muley Freak's own YouTube channel and ambassadors
  • Sold direct-only through muleyfreak.com, so you can't try the fit in a store first
  • Rifle carry is not built in - it requires the separately-sold Pack-Konnect Rifle Cover
  • Hip belt pouches and a water bottle holder are also paid add-on accessories
  • One-size-fits-most hip belt with no swappable belt sizes
  • Warranty covers manufacturing defects only - no unconditional lifetime coverage like Badlands offers
  • First-generation pack from a brand new to pack-making, in a single 70 L size with no smaller bag options

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