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Eberlestock Just One Pack, the only backpack you need

March 22, 2025Ancillary gear, Product reviewbackpack, eberlestock, gun transportation, hunting pack, just one, packcoldboremiracle

Introduction

As one who frequently talks about technology and the improvements it brings to our hunting activities, I am always looking for more. And today I am excited to present you with another fantastic addition to my hunting gear lineup. Eberlestock has long provided high quality backpacks, particularly high quality backpacks specifically designed for precision marksmen and hunters. Today I share with you my experience with the Eberlestock Just One Pack, a modular expandable design that promises to get you, all your gear, and your game comfortably back to civilization.

Eberlestock, eberlestock Just one pack, backpack, scabbard — Might be hard to tell, but stowed in the pack is the **Ruger American Gen 2 rifle** and the **ZRO Delta FKS 9 pistol**

I am no stranger to Eberlesrtock packs, both myself and others in my hunting party have been using their products for years. I have always appreciated the robust manufacturing and high quality components they use in their products. I also have a smaller Eberlestock pack that I use as an EDC SBR transport, you can read more about that one here: the Eberlestock Cherry Bomb.

What Sets Eberlestock Apart

There are plenty of great backpack companies out there, and many of them make some great products. But if you’ve handled many of them, it doesn’t take long to figure out what makes Eberlestock packs better.

Eberlestock, just one pack, backpack, rifle scabbard

Materials used in constructing a backpack are very important. We’ve all had packs that are made from thin material that is easily ripped or snagged on thick brush. Eberlestock packs use a thicker material called Microsuede, a plush soft exterior with an almost fleecy feel. This makes them quieter when slipping through thickets, and the tougher underlayer gives them strength against abrasion. Another feather in the cap, is the popular patterns, colors, and camos that you can can get Eberlestock packs in.

Eberlestock, Just One, backpack, — High quality polymer buckles and strong zippers with tethers are normal with Eberlestock

High quality fasteners like buckles and zippers also make the Eberlestock packs stand out. Large and even oversized zippers that last much longer that those used by most manufacturers. Even when dirt, snow, blood, and other contaminants are added, these big zippers still close smoothly and quietly. Strong polymer buckles allow quick and easy connections on Eberlestock packs, they also make it fast to reconfigure your pack, and add or remove things to it.

The Eberlestock Just One

Features

Compatible with Hunt EMOD Packs and Duffels
Made of 500D Cordura (Solid) and Microsuede Finish (Camo)
Hydration System Compatible
Vertical and Horizontal Compression Straps
Floating Top Lid
Integrated Rifle Scabbard
Internal Aluminum Intex No Shelf Frame
Turnover Construction Shoulder Harness
Tri-Glide Pull Forward Hipbelt
Stretch Side Pockets

Specifications

Dimensions: 24”High x 13”Wide x 7.5”Deep
Total Volume Collapsed: 3580c.i. / 58.7L
Total Volume Expanded: 6500c.i. / 106.5L
Center Mesh Compartment Closed: 1080c.i. / 17.7L
Center Mesh Compartment Expanded: 4000c.i. / 65.5L
Weight: 6lb 6oz (Solid Colorways)
Weight: 7lbs (Camo Colorways)

The Eberlestock Just One pack has an incredible host of storage options, you can tell this pack was designed for the backcountry hunter type. Lets go over some of the main features of the pack.

First and most obvious to the untrained eye, you’ll notice the curious scabbard that extends at the bottom of the pack. The scabbard lies at the very base of the pack, riding right against the users back. This keeps the weight of the rifle as close to your center of gravity as possible, and at the same time it keeps your rifle protected from the elements, and perhaps more importantly it keeps your hands free while hiking. Configured to keep the muzzle down, the end of the scabbard is heavily reinforced with tough material to protect your muzzle.

The pack is anchored to a lightweight aluminum frame, to which the front harness of the pack is attached. Thickly padded shoulder straps with full length adjustment buckles located within easy reach at the bottom. The shoulder strap anchor point is also adjustable, allowing you to raise or lower it to adjust your ride height. There is also a thick pad at the waistbelt area to comfortably transfer weight to your hips, the waistbelt itself is also comfortably padded.

The waist buckle system uses a snatch-block-like design which I quite like, tightening the belt is done by pulling the tail from your hips forward, instead of pulling from your belt buckle out. The large padded wings of the waist belt have molle strips to allow you attach accessories like pouches or a holster. There is also an adjustable chest strap to keep the shoulder straps in place.

Eberlestock, eberlestock Just one pack, backpack, spotting scope — the dual vertical storage compartments have room for plenty

Moving to the storage compartments of the Just One Pack, there are two main compartments that open and close vertically using a zipper for closure. The large compartments will fit quite a few things, even a full size spotting scope or a large thermos. And if you are a thermos guy here is your reminder to get your colonoscopy scheduled.

Eberlestock, eberlestock Just one pack, backpack, expansion — The expanded storage compartment of the Eberlestock Just One pack, the mesh is ideal for allowing meat to cool

The two large storage compartments sandwich an even larger meat storage compartment. But in its compact configuration, the mesh material meat compartment is collapsed between the outer vertical storage compartments. And it is held so using another high quality zipper with two wide-band buckle-straps to either secure or compress the load.

Eberlestock, eberlestock Just one pack, backpack

There is another strong molle cover that comes from the bottom, this can either be used as a meat shelf while carrying the pack opened fully or used to compress gear in the closed configuration.

At the top of the pack is a floating lid, that can be extended or compressed depending on how you load the pack. The lid features a couple zipped storage compartments itself, big enough to store a whole days worth of snacks or whatever else you might want. The Just One Pack is compatible with hydration bladder systems, and also has some convenient stretch pockets on either side for things like water bottles.

The spacious lid of the pack has various soft pouches for carrying other items, they are lined with fleece as well to avoid making noise. There’s even a tether inside you can snap your keys to to avoid loosing them.

Setting Up the Just One Pack

There was a few things I wanted to add to the Just One pack, accessories based on my typical backcountry usage. Just so we understand each other I’ll explain most of what I do. I’m a big game hunter, varmint hunter, and anything else I can get my hands on. My favorite way to carry out these practices is in the remote mountain forests and deserts plains of the west. That might include hiking a few miles into alpine canyons in the spring to chase after Marmots, or chasing after elk in their winter grounds in late December. I never go anywhere without a rifle, and I like to have everything I need for a day or so worth of survival with me for these adventures.

For this reason I would add a couple different accessories to the Just one. For example, I almost always carry a suppressed 22 pistol when I’m in the back country. Whether it be for fun or for quickly dispatching close encounters with small game. So I wanted to add a holster to the waist belt. I also wanted to add a hydration bladder, even though I am not a big bladder kind of guy. I usually keep a water bottle or two in my pack, but because it it so easy to do I would try it here today. I would also use the Just One pack in conjunction with my Eberlestock Recon bino harness. Not just because they match, but because it is my favorite bino harness, you can read more about the Recon bino harness here.

Into the Backcountry

My initial experiences with the Eberlestock Just One pack would take place in the cold of winter high in the Rocky Mountains. Carrying all my gear for the day was pretty easy, things like spotting scope and electronic predator call fit nicely in the broad pockets. I noticed that the pockets even have a bit of a stretch factor, to allow more room.

Loading Up

Putting my rifle into the Just One scabbard took a little more effort than I had anticipated. Adjusting the tension of certain straps and buckles certainly helped, and additionally the suppressor on the end of my barrel complicated it some as well. But once I had the rifle, and all my other gear loaded it was time to shoulder the pack.

The first thoughts as I started hiking through the snow, was how comfortable the pack felt. My current load was significantly less than the Just One pack would carry but it was incredibly comfortable. The added weight of a deer or heavy load of elk while welcome would certainly make it more cumbersome. But there is an impressive level of comfort in suffering through such a load.

Adjustments

With all my gear in tow, I found it expedient to adjust the ride of the pack. Setting the waist belt across the hips and cinching it down, and adjusting the shoulder straps for a comfortable ride.

The soft shoulder straps have a mesh covering, which will certainly help breathing when you are hot and sweaty. The same mesh seems to be incorporated to every surface that makes contact with your body. This was a nice feature not only for the breathing I mentioned, but also because it has a low friction feel so clothing doesn’t get captured and pulled as you move.

Shoulder straps are secured by a sternal strap incorporating the typical elastic tensioner. This keeps the shoulder straps from wandering off your shoulders and keeping comfort at a maximum. I also found it was a nice spot to capture my hydration tube and mouthpiece to avoid it swinging around and getting caught in brush.

I was quite happy with the placement of my Condor VT nylon holster, locating it on the belt of the Just One pack kept it out of the way but easily accessible. It was far enough back that it wasn’t getting snagged on brush or interfere with my swinging arms as I hiked, but it was also just a short reach to grab my pistol should I need it. The adjustable nature of the holster also made it nice to fit a variety of my pistols.

Pack Expansion

While I have yet to fill the Eberlestock Just One pack with any meat, I wanted to see how much room it offers. The main storage compartments zip together in the middle, and have two wide straps to secure whatever you load into them.

Once opened up, there is a surprising amount of additional space. Actually my back hurts thinking about how much elk I could fit into the expanded compartment, especially once taken off the bone. One the bonus side, I can think of many times I wish I would have had this pack for hauling meat out.

Eberlestock, eberlestock Just one pack, backpack, scabbard, expansion, capacity

The cunning design of using the mesh material supported by robust nylon straps was a great touch. Its hard enough oftentimes to get game meat cooled down, and once you put it in your backpack it seems to capture whatever heat is left in your meat. Using mesh to line the compartment ensures that air can continue to cool and ventilate your trophy.

Pros and Cons

The pros of the Eberlestock Just One pack are bountiful. As I mentioned earlier, the high quality of Eberlestock products is quite obvious. Strong materials and fasteners make for great durability. The soft padding in all the right areas and the aforementioned mesh contact points provide maximum comfort particularly when loaded heavy. Plenty of storage for a hard day of hunting or a light overnight hunt considering you’ll be bringing most if not all of an animal out with you. All this while also giving you the comfortable option of carrying your rifle in the scabbard for hands free hiking.

There must be some cons to this pack though right? Despite my great satisfaction, there are a couple things that I think I would change having used the pack for a while now. The main one has to do with the Just One pack’s signature feature, though I think its understandable. Whether the scabbard was designed for suppressor or not, it can be challenging to get the rifle in and out of the scabbard with a suppressor installed. Same goes for a bipod.

Browning, x-bolt, x-bolt 2, x-bolt speed, 308 win, Eberlestock, just one, backpack — Some summertime hunting carrying the **Browning X-Bolt 2** in the Just One Pack

The scabbard running right alongside the frame of the pack presents a little challenge of getting the a suppressor over the edges of the bottom of the frame. While it is much easier to get the rifle in and out without a suppressor, I still chose to leave it on vs. removing the suppressor every time I stowed it. The bipod could probably have been left on as well had I loosened up some of the lid straps on the pack. But I don’t like how snaggy Harris bipods can be, so it was easier to just remove it.

This concern isn’t a big deal when you come to terms that it’s simply not going to be a fast operation to stow or remove your rifle from the pack. It is for long-term carrying of your rifle, so don’t plan on pulling out your rifle if you spot a fleeing buck. Removing the pack was necessary for me to get the rifle in or out of the scabbard.

My Conclusion

As these mountains begin to thaw, I am filled with excitement for my spring chucking adventures. The Eberlestock Just One pack will for sure come along, carrying my rifle, extra ammo, enough snacks to keep the kids and I satisfied, and enough gear to spend the day camping in the backcountry comfortably.

And no doubt I will also bring the pack along next fall, to help pack out both deer and elk from the recesses of these same mountains. The Eberlestock Just One pack is optimized for guys like me who might just be carrying a day or two’s worth of varmint gear, or who might be boning out a whole elk to carry back to civilization. If you find yourself in that same kind of place, rest assured that the Just One pack will get you there comfortably.

-CBM

2025 Update:

After a year of hauling gear around in this pack I can say I like it even more. I packed out several quartered deer this past season, and carried camping gear, food, photography equipment and more. I still stand behind my comfort statement, this pack makes heavy hauling in rough country as pleasant as it can be.

Eberlestock Recon Bino Pack

June 5, 2024Ancillary gear, Product reviewbinoculars, eberlestock, reconcoldboremiracle

Preface

Let me start out by saying that I love binocular packs. I have been rocking one kind or another for years and I find them to be very convenient. Today I wanted to bring you one of my latest acquisitions, and show you why I think it is worth both your time and money. That product is the Eberlestock Recon bino pack, which is more like a system than just a single pack.

The Eberlestock Recon is a shoulder mounted harness and pouch system that comfortably supports your primary reconnaissance tools. Having your binoculars immediately ready for spotting is a very valuable practice, but the Recon takes it to another level. With a well-known history of quality textiles, Eberlestock was well positioned to bring such a product to market.

Eberlestock Recon

Before we get into using this product, I’d like to go into some of its features. Then we’ll discuss how these features are used and can help you in your shooting and hunting practices in the field.

Large Internal Dimensions: 9H x 5.5W x 2.5D
Small Internal Dimensions: 8H x 5.5W x 2.5D
Weight: 13.6 oz.
One Size Fits Most
Magnetic closure to keep binos secure and accessible
EMOD compatible with six available accessories
Easy access large front zipper pocket
Dual side stretch pockets
Adjustable forward-pull shoulder harness
Low profile MOLLE compatible wings
Available in 3 solid colors, and 3 camo patterns

the Leupold Range HD BX-4 binoculars fit perfectly in the Recon pouch

Features

The Recon has a healthy pouch for fitting most popular binocular footprints, I used three different units and only one of the three didn’t fit perfectly. Inside the bino pouch you will find a soft interior to protect your valuable lenses. As well as two elastic tethers to attach to your bino’s to prevent them from being left behind.

Eberlestock Recon interior — the cozy and roomy interior of the Recon pouch, note elastic tethers

At 13.6 ounces, the Recon isn’t heavy. But it also has available accessory pouches that you can add to the kit which will add a little weight. But by the time you add optics, your phone, a handful of cartridges, granola bars and cheese sticks, and anything else you can fit in the Recon, it might gain some considerable weight. This might be a big deal if the harness wasn’t comfortable.

Speaking of storage, the Recon is full of it. There is a zipper pouch up front of the main pouch, inside are two additional pockets. These are perfect for storing things like folded permits and tags, or a turkey or elk reed case. On the side of the main pouch, you will find two elastic closed finger pockets. I call them finger pockets because they are just the right size to fit two or three fingers inside. These are great for handkerchiefs, extra cartridges, lighter or any other little thing you may want to keep close.

Accessories

The Recon pack uses the popular molle system to attach accessories and sub-structures to the Recon system. On either side of the main compartment, the Recon has two molle wings that allow attachment of additional zippered storage pouches. I added one on each side, these smaller pouches are big enough to fit small rangefinders, archery releases, calls and other similar items. All zippers on the Recon system have pull-lanyards attached for easy use wearing gloves. And even the accessory pouches have their own little elastic closed mini pouch.

desert tech WLVRN 6.5 creedmoor — the Recon stays put, and doesn’t get in the way of me shooting my Desert Tech WLVRN

With it’s molle attachment system, you can also add things like a matching hand-warmer that sits just under the bino pouch. Other things like a bear-spray pouches, and a separate rangefinder pouch can also be attached. There’s even a molle panel that can be used to mount other aftermarket accessories like holsters and such to the pack.

Across the back of the shoulder harness, there is even a molle mounting area there so you can add any additional accessories you’d like. Obviously for things you don’t need as often.

Apex Optics Rival Desert Tech SRS M2 — the molle across the harness backer allows additional storage space for something like a **Hydration bladder**

The Eberlestock Recon in the Field

After adjusting the straps to fit, I donned the Recon and headed into the mountain country where I spend most of my time. Like most bino packs, I prefer to wear them over at least my second layer. This is typically because I don’t like the harness rubbing against my neck, though that didn’t seem to be an issue with the Recon.

Eberlestock Recon, Sig Sauer Kilo 10K binoculars

Inside I carried my Sig Sauer Kilo 10K binocular set, my go to binocular option. The 10K fits perfectly, and the magnetic seal of the lid keeps dust away from the lenses. A very valuable attribute because I do a lot of miles on ATV’s.

My initial impressions of the Recon were very comfortable. I’ve had other bino packs and harness’ that were comfortable, but the lightweight and soft harness of the Recon were above average comfort. The easily adjustable straps made it quick to readjust when adding or removing layers of clothes. And the parts of the Recon that face your body are ventilated, for all you bowhunters out there it will help avoid getting a big sweaty spot on your chest.

I also tested the Recon with a pair of Leupold Range HD BX-4 binoculars. They also fit perfectly, and the snug fit of the lid seemed to be all I needed to keep my binos secure. Additionally, I tested a pair of Steiner Predator LRF 10×42 binoculars as well. While a little long for the Recon, they still fit well enough to use.

Eberlestock Recon, Steiner Binoculars — Testing the Recon with the **Steiner Predator 10×42 binoculars**

Everything in the Right Spot

One of the reasons I like bino packs so much is because you can keep your most important things close. And due to their proximity to your immediate work area, they are easier to keep track of. Being literally right under your nose also means they are likely to be protected from weather and other potential concerns.

Keeping the most important things close is easy with the Recon bino case. If I leave my pack for a stalk, I know I’ll still have at minimum some essential tools and survival gear. And having all that in a comfy pack that you barely even know is there most of the time, sure is nice.

Comparisons

Comparing the Eberlestock Recon against other bino carry cases was pretty easy. I have several others that I have quite enjoyed, but I think the Recon takes the win among the others. Most factory supplied bino cases are lacking, the only one I like even a little bit is the one that came with my Sig Kilo.

Aftermarket ones are typically much better. I like my Cole-TAC bino case quite a bit, but the modularity and comfort of the Recon make it more desirable. I also have had several of the Badlands bino packs, I always loved their comfort and look. But again the Recon has a leg up with so many options and configurations.

It’s possible that the Recon design was a lucky hit with guys like me, but this isn’t the first Eberlestock pack I’ve had. I also have one of their Cherry Bomb daypacks, and I have had an excellent experience using it as a rifle EDC bag. You can read more about that here. So I am confident Eberlestock’s popularity is not just luck.

another hunting expedition with the Recon and the **Mossberg Patriot**

Final Words on the Recon

Eberlestock must have gotten into my algorithm, as I’ve been bombarded with ads about the Recon. I wish there was a way to tell the internet I already have and love it. Among the many ads I see that the Recon was chosen as the overall winner of Outdoor Life’s bino case evaluation. This comes as no surprise to me, as I too would put it at the top of the list.

Do yourself a favor, and before spending your money on a bino pack, try one of the Eberlestock Recon configurations and see if it fits into your hunt as well as it does mine. My bet is you will be glad you did, and your binoculars will thank you.

-CBM

Eberlestock Cherry Bomb: a perfect EDC backpack

February 21, 2022Ancillary gear, Product reviewbackpack, ccw, eberlestock, edc, pack, sbrcoldboremiracle

Inrtoduction

There comes a time in a guys life, where he has to choose between a couple different ways of living. Whether its gym membership or a hiking regiment we make choices that effect our future activities. While many of these choices are about the mundane and everyday tasks we engage in, some of them can be life-changing, like whether we carry a gun, or a pocketknife.

You clicked on a backpack article right? Well the Eberlestock Cherry Bomb is in fact the subject of this article, but we are going to talk about how a backpack choice can effect your life.

Eberlestock is well known for making top-quality backpacks and other outdoor gear. While their products are probably most popular among outdoor types like hunters and backcountry hikers, they are also quite popular with just plain gun folk. I first heard of them years ago when my brother bought one of their Gunslinger backpacks, so when the time came for this project, my eyes turned toward Eberlestock.

Carrying a gun is a big deal that hopefully everybody takes with extreme responsibility, but there are many who take it to the next level. Your reasons might be professional such as public service or private security, or you might just work in the firearms industry or play with a lot of guns. On a day to day basis, a person not unlike myself might usually have a pistol and a rifle or two. One of those weapons should be ready to party at any given minute, and as a superior option to a handgun I would prefer the rifle. I wanted to see if the Cherry Bomb pack from Eberlestock would be suitable for an every-day carry backpack.
Having a rifle close and ready can certainly provide you with the upper hand should you need it, so after doing some measuring and research I decided to get a Cherry Bomb for my Desert Tech MDRX Micron.

The Cherry Bomb

The Cherry Bomb is a multiple compartment backpack that could easily be mistaken for a nice laptop carrier. It has an internal space of twenty-four inches by eleven inches wide, and has several dividers for storing assorted organized “things” inside. The pack comes with a removable waist-belt should you choose to use it, and it is available in a few different color schemes which don’t scream “Gun Inside”. The shoulder-straps are well padded and adjustable to fit most anyone, I chose to remove the waist-belt mainly because I don’t need it for carrying it on a daily routine.

Like all Eberlestock packs it is extremely well built, strong stitching and tough seams and zippers make it very robust and reliable to open and keep closed. There are two small zippered compartments at the bottom on each side, as well as a cunningly placed rainfly stowed in the very bottom. The interior of the pack has several dividers for keeping things like laptops from getting rubbed against your rifle. It also has some internal pockets for keeping small things like those you’d keep in your pants-pocket, but you have a backpack now. Next to the rigid weapon compartment there are also two pockets that are just right for holding extra magazines, complete with bungee retention.

The Grey man

I wont bore you with the grey man theory but to mention that the Cherry Bomb is a good start to your grey man kit. As I mentioned above it could easily be mistaken for a computer carrier or biking backpack. Carrying a concealed rifle around is easy with this pack, and you can do it with comfort and without attracting attention.

Stowing my rifle

Opening up the Cherry Bomb for the first time, I was excited to see if my measurements had been correct. I had my short-barreled MDRX ready to load up, and I was excited to see that not only would the rifle fit, but even with a shorty suppressor installed I could just squeeze it in. With a low profile red dot installed on the rifle, and a loaded 20 round magazine, the MDRX Micron SBR dropped right in. I stuck two additional thirty-round magazines into the pockets, as well as some other things that go well with a little rifle and zipped it up. The pack features zipper pull-tabs, and they are built well just like everything else. I zipped them both up to the middle-top of the pack, and decided to go for a walk. With a couple water bottles added to the outer pocket, I figure it probably weighed around fifteen pounds with all my gear comfortably stowed. The Cherry Bomb could easily carry much more weight comfortably, especially if you use the waist belt. Using only the shoulder straps for support I found it to be quite tolerable, and without the waist-belt it was still easy to maneuver and quickly remove the pack.

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Just as important, I wanted to see how quickly I could pull my rifle from the bag, and be ready to shoot should such a need arise.
With both zipper-pulls at the top, I found it easy to “peel” the pack open like a banana, and the rifle was easily extracted by either pulling at the butt-hook of the stock, or just grabbing the sling and pulling it out. I also tried slinging the pack off of the shoulders and around the front using the waist-belt to keep my entire kit attached, which also worked out as a suitable option. After a little practice, either way I did it made for a fairly quick deployment. This is where the benefits of the bullpup MDRX were most apparent, most AR15 and similar SBR’s need either a folding stock, or be of the collapsible type. This requires an additional step upon removing the rifle from the bag, but my little Micron is ready to go with a slap of the charging handles as soon as its free.

The Cherry Bomb (center bottom) is a perfect fit for stashing your SBR

The Cherry bomb quickly became a briefcase for me, traveling to and from the office with me every day. Easily stored documents and other everyday items were also stashed inside. To be completely honest, it almost seemed like a little bit of light duty for the Cherry Bomb. But the opportunity to put it into another role would soon arrive.

The Hunt

With the local deer and elk hunts inbound, I saw the opportunity to test a couple things using the Cherry Bomb. I have backpacks all over, but my wife would be coming along on this hunting trip as well. I figured the comfy straps of the little Eberlestock might make her day a little more pleasant. So as opening day arrived, I cinched the shoulder straps way down to fit her petite shoulders and replaced the waist belt. We were only planning on being out for the day, with hopes of getting our hands on an elk. But because anything can happen, she loaded up the Cherry Bomb with all kinds of gear.
She wanted her thermos of hot tea, water bottles, plenty of snacks, extra jacket, knives, ammo for her rifle, and of course an emergency shit-kit and so on. All the things she thought we may need fit snugly into the little pack, and she slung her rifle over the shoulder strap.
Its a good thing she went prepared that morning, as she was seconds away from plugging her first elk. But instead we ended up packing out a deer, and by the time we made it back to the vehicles we had exhausted the snacks, water, and even the tea. They were replaced by a rifle and some backstraps. All the while I kept asking her how she liked the pack, and if she was comfortable. It was quite apparent from her attitude that the pack was indeed comfortable, and I had to wrestle it from her the following weekend to take it hunting myself.

Results

Part of the reason I went with the Eberlestock from the beginning was because I was confident I would like it. With their well known reputation for quality, my assumption that they would think it through was correct. The Cherry Bomb is an excellent backpack, whether you are using it to stow your daily rifle, as something to carry your daily effects to work, or to haul pieces of game from the bottom of a steep canyon draw. It’s adaptability to a variety of uses is perhaps it’s strongest point. I love carrying it wherever I go, knowing that readiness waits inside the Cherry Bomb.

-CBM