I like the thought that went into your build choices, that's the sort of thing I'm hoping to do as I get into DIY. Can't wait to see your other videos!
I love the loud colors as well for the same reason. I remember when I was getting back into backpacking there was alot of pressure to only have muted natural colors. I'm glad I'm not alone.
Well that makes two of us!! I'm sure there are dozens more like us. lol. I like muted colors too, and they have their place, but loud colors have my heart. Thanks for the comment. Cheers!
Great looking and I really like that you are transparent and show the agreeably not so good looking orange patch on the front! What diameter are the carbon fiber poles you use? Any tips regarding the frame? I'm looking into making a framed pack but can't really find any good info about it.
Thanks! Sometimes when you experiment with new ideas, some parts are after-thoughts. That orange patch was one of them. This pack is super old now, but I did eventually replace it with a matching white DCF patch and it looks way better. The poles are 0.346" diameter. Not really any tips other than to plan how things will be arranged thoroughly. Cheers!
Black is also probably better as a back colour as it will absorb heat from your body instead of reflecting it back to you, so possibly keeping you cooler
Amazing looking pack!! I'm not sure if you are looking above the camera to check your framing in a monitor, have cue cards, or what, but it takes away from your delivery. Not a huge deal, but definitely takes away from connecting with viewers. That being said, I look forward to more MYOG videos from you!
Thanks for the constructive criticism. I realized that right after shooting the video. No cue cards or script, but was using my phone as a monitor to make sure the pack was in frame. I've since gotten a proper monitor and it has works out much better. Thanks!
That backpack looks REALLY nice..! Im just starting to think about ways to make my own pack too. Maybe see if i can design it to use a pair of trekking poles (which i need to pitch my tent) as a "frame" to stiffen it up. If that doesnt work, i will just make a carbon fiber frame instead. I also want it to be mainly just a backpanel with plenty of attatchmentpoints, for hanging custom made stuffsacks for my favorite gear. Some GOOD velcro would probably be ideal, but if i cant find any velcro that i want to use, ill just make it like the stuff on the hip belt in this video. For the outer shell, i plan to design it with lids/flaps going out from the top, bottom, and sides, that i can just fold in over eachother. As everything will be packed in waterproof stuffsacks, it doesnt really matter if the outer shell/"lids" lets a little bit of water inside... I also want to make the design as "modular" as possible - with detatchable "lids", so if something gets damaged, i only need to replace this one part. This would also make it possible to have several lids with different size, strengths/materials, and features, making the design suitable for both shorter and longer trips... With such a system, i could reach all the internal compartments without having to unpack the stuff on the top to get to the stuff on the bottom - and it would also stay very tidy.
having a modular design for something thats meant to be beaten up will mean the repair cost will actually be more, since its not one piece, the integrity will for sure be less strong unless you overlay the stitched areas with more fabrics, but it will be alot heavier
Thank you! Made that pack in July '18, and have learned a lot since making it. I've since replaced the orange patch with a white DCF patch and added my new logo to it. It blends in and looks a lot better. Thanks again for watching!
Looks good! How do you sew your straps at the top? Is that a separate, angled piece of fabric sewn on. I noticed most UL packs have that look. (I’m making a few packs)
@@RedPawPacks i used the burn on the entire pct this year and straps are basically still brand new. i saw several other cottage co's bags have a variety of issues on the straps this year. i think the foam used and the stitch quality are what sets them apart.
