2023 Head-to-Head Backpack Test - Part 1 - Rokslide

Welcome to the 2023 head-to-head backpack test conducted by Rokslide staff member Zach Herold.

"Correction:" , 3:03, I missed the "y" at the end of Mystery.
"Correction:" , 9:12, I missed the "y" at the end of Mystery.

It is a no-nonsense backpack showdown! In this test, I dive straight into the world of backpacks, putting them to the test, and providing you with the essential details you need to choose the right one for your adventures. No frills, no fuss—just the facts about the top contenders and the rigorous tests they endured. Let's get right to it.

In this head-to-head battle, we've got the KIFARU Bedlam, Stone Glacier Sky 5900, Sitka MTN Hauler 6200, EXO K4 5000, Mystery Ranch Sawtooth 45, Badlands MRK2, ALPS Elite 3800, and Blacks Creek Thrive 2800.

IMPORTANT PLEASE READ: Please don't ask why packs that were in the other test were not in this one. If a backpack is not in this test but was in the test conducted a few years ago, the companies were reached out to and chose not to participate. For a new pack to test, Alaska Guide Creations was reached out to and chose not to participate. If there is a different pack that you would like to see in a future test that is not listed and was not in the previous test, please bring it to my attention.

**Tests Conducted:**
- **Fabric Noise Assessment:** Can you sneak up on your prey or are you a walking "shhh" machine?
- **Pack Load Out Speed:** Time it takes to load a meat bag into a backpack full of gear - who's got the fastest pack?
- **Shooting With Pack On:** Precision matters, will these packs hinder your shot?
- **Waterproof Evaluation:** Will your gear stay dry when the rain pours?
- **Load Capacity:** Who can stay up on your hips and carry it all without breaking?

It's a showdown you won't want to miss! So, grab your popcorn, sit back, and let's dive into the world of backpacks like never before. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell so you won't miss a single test!