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interchangeable pack system
The Arete Pack System is a different concept that changes how hunting packs are viewed. The Arete is a modular system that allows you to change between packs with one single frame/harness. There are two major advantages to this.
The first is that it allows you to significantly reduce the amount of bulk and weight you have to carry. This makes carrying multiple packs into camp a much more viable option. You can now pack in all your gear in your big pack, set up camp, pull out your day bag, and swap this onto the harness for hunting. Because the majority of weight and bulk in any pack is in the frame/harness, the pack body itself can squash down very small in the bottom of your main bag.
The second main advantage is the ability to expand any of the packs. Because the pack body can come away from the frame/harness, it is possible to fit extra gear between the two. Most importantly this has been designed this way to carry heavy meat from a successful hunt. The ‘Meat Shelf’ is built into the frame/harness, so every Arete setup allows you to pack meat out in this manner. This meat shelf is far more effective and comfortable than carrying meat stuffed into the bottom of your pack or over your shoulders. It allows you strap the meat tight to the frame with an even distribution of bulk and weight that won’t sway or move, and it means that this weight is kept closest to your spine where strength and balance are dramatically optimized. It also means that you don’t have to ditch gear out or your pack to make room for the meat.
The Arete frame and packs are sold separately.
One frame, three possible packs. You can now pack in all your gear in your big bag, set up camp, pull out your day bag, and swap this onto the harness for hunting.
Each pack size configuration can cleverly expand from the frame, which has been designed to become an integrated meat shelf so you can carry meat from a successful hunt comfortably and efficiently.
This innovative feature allows you to remain hands-free after a successful hunt. The shelf locks your kill in between you and your pack, keeping the weight closest to your spine for optimal weight distribution for greater stability and safety.
The meat shelf is integrated into the Arete Frame, so this feature is useable for every Arete system configuration.
The integrated rifle scabbard can accommodate almost all hunting rifle lengths, sizes and barrel widths up to that of a standard magnum suppressor. The placement of the scabbard closer to your body keeps weight distribution optimal and minimises extra motion from your pack while on the move and is quick access so you won't miss a chance to take the shot.
Having both hands free is handy for glassing and critically important while lugging heavy loads to ensure you have optimal agility and support when traversing uneven ground
The 45L and 75L have built quick-access compartments for spotting scopes, cameras and tripods. These can be carried setup and ready to go, saving the hassle of having to undo pockets and screw things together when your in the glassing zone or stalking in.
When you don't want fast access they can be placed in the long hard-foam covered pockets for extra protection from bangs and scrapes.
The advanced visual disruption of the Desovle® Veil™ camouflage meets the quiet qualities of the Hydrafuse™ StealthSHELL™ - combined to become the ultimate close-quarters stalking pack so you can get closer.
The Stone Green variant was created with Cordura® fabric, the industry leader in bomb-proof, hardwearing material.
This makes it resistant to abrasions, tears, and punctures. It's suitable for rugged open country where stealth is not as important but the ground it will be dumped on is harder and more abrasive.
LIGHTWEIGHT & STRONG
The four moulded aluminium stays provide exceptional strength while keeping the frame lightweight. With a weight of only 1.49kgs and a 50kg carrying capacity, this cleverly designed frame will do all the heavylifting while remaining comfortable.
SUPERIOR COMFORT
The dual density foam padding has been strategically placed on high contact points for even weight distribution and used to shape an ergonomic hip-belt, shoulder and back support that reduces strain on all body types.
FOAM FLOW™ DESIGN
This innovative design allows air flow to be maintained between the frame and your back, even when fully loaded up – so heat and sweat can be vented out for comfort and safety.
CUSTOMISABLE FIT
The Arete Frame is fully adjustable to ensure the fit and balance is optimised for every body type. It can then be locked in place so you don't need to adjust it again.
IDEAL FOR A DAY HUNT
The 25L is designed for standard day hunting excursions when packing requirements are light to medium. Enough room to fit lunch, water, a jacket, ammo, etc. This is the perfect size for packing into camp, inside your big 75L bag, then switching it over for your daily hunting missions.
WATER BLADDER POCKET
Each pack contains a pocket for a water bladder so you can keep critical hydration on hand for peak performance while distributing the weight of the water across your back.
RIFLE SCABBARD
The pack body has an integrated rifle scabbard that can accommodate almost all hunting rifle lengths sizes and barrel widths up to that of a standard magnum suppressor.
RAIN COVER INLCUDED
A built-in hidden rain cover in blaze orange is included in each pack size to ensure you can keep your gear dry when the weather turns and keep you visible to your mates.
VERSATILE SIZE
The 45L is designed for the heavy day-hunt load or light over-nighters, so you can put it to good use in every hunt.
DEISGNED FOR OPTICS
The 45L pack features two grunty, foam covered pockets that protect binos, spotting scopes, cameras and tripods from knocks and movement.
RIFLE SCABBARD
The pack body has an integrated rifle scabbard that can accommodate almost all hunting rifle lengths sizes and barrel widths up to that of a standard magnum suppressor.
QUICK ACCESS POCKETS
An internal zippered sleeve on the front allows you to quickly pull out or put away optics attached to a tripod when you are in an area where these are needed every few minutes.
HOLDS THE LOT
The 75L is designed for full pack-in, backcountry, multi-day excursions. This large pack will carry all the gear needed for a camp setup including your tent, sleeping bag, food, cooker, change of clothes etc.
EASY ACCESS STORAGE
The full-length zip on the 75L pack lets you access your gear in any area without having to rummage through from top to bottom to find what you need.
RIFLE SCABBARD
The pack body has an integrated rifle scabbard that can accommodate almost all hunting rifle lengths sizes and barrel widths up to that of a standard magnum suppressor.
DESIGNED FOR OPTICS
The 75L pack features two grunty, foam covered pockets that protect binos, spotting scopes, cameras and tripods from knocks and movement.
