Bino chest pack/harness reccomendations ?

Hey guys I just recently treated myself to some new binos and currently I have been using a chest harness that attaches to my binos on some elastic chords.
Whilst it is handy I like the idea of a chest harness/pack setup where the binos sit in the pack not tethered to the harness.
Want something that is quiet to access
Not too bulky and heavy
Suitable for 10x42 binos
Have been looking at the kuiui (spelling)
Also the badlands however they look a little bulky
I have been told the kuiui ones don't keep all the shit out dirt small bits of brush etc
Are there other ones that I should be considering that aren't too hard to get hold of here in NZ ?
My mate has a leupold setup but I've never seen any available for sale ?
Have seen the vortex and twin needle setups and didn't like them
Thanks guys looking forward to your replies

Cheek these out

https://solohntr.com/product/binocul...efinder-pouch/

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Originally Posted by 199p

Cheek these out

https://solohntr.com/product/binocul...efinder-pouch/

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That looks the goods but out of stock, anyone else sell them ?

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Originally Posted by dannyb

That looks the goods but out of stock, anyone else sell them ?

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Nah flick him an email he just had a new shipment of tshirts in might be on the way

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I have a Badlands. Awesome bit of kit. Fit my Leupy 10x42's well.
Can fit few other bits and pieces in as well. Clip radio to the side easily.

I’ve never had one. But have long thought i’d Like to give one a go. I thought about getting one of these ones after my mate kept saying his Badlands one gets too wet and soggy. This one looks simpler and being canvas is less likely to hold water, but I would probably get my butler creek elastic bino straps attached to it.
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Seen those, don't like the clip closure always snap back in with a CLICK !!! the magnetic closures look like the go completely silent
Also only one fastener in the midfle will let all sorts of shit in which is the point of having a pouch to keep the shit out otherwise I'd just stick with my harness

I have an Alaskan Guides, really like it. I prefer the positive click and hold of a clip, find I can close it pretty quietly. Couple of little pockets is handy for ammo, etc.

Twinneedle bino bivy is a great bit of kit for me. I've got the Fusion 10x42 binos and they fit sweet. Quiet to open/close and secure with the magnets and have zips if you want more lockdown on the lid. Comfortable to wear and it can handle weather and the knocks. Good kiwi made gear.

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Got a Eberlystock nosegunner with the magnetic closing, side pockets etc. I just unclipped it from it's harness, and clipped it onto the front of my day pack. Keeps everything snug.
Not sure if anyone is selling these in NZ, but they are a quality piece of kit. https://www.eberlestock.com/store/nosegunner

NZ Asia imports all eberlestick including the nosegunner, so you should be able to order one through any H&F. I rate the badlands case very highly. They do two sizes, I got the smaller one for my 10x42 and they’re perfect. The front flap also fits topo maps perfectly.

FYI the nosegunner was too big and bulky for my liking.

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Seen those, don't like the clip closure always snap back in with a CLICK !!! the magnetic closures look like the go completely silent
Also only one fastener in the midfle will let all sorts of shit in which is the point of having a pouch to keep the shit out otherwise I'd just stick with my harness

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Danny, the magnetic closure has a downside... :D

If you use a compass, the needle goes bezerk, and on most models the magnet is pretty close to where you hold a compass...

Have a look at the closure system on the Alaska Guide Creations models. Would be easy to copt that with some stretch cord and a button.

Ive just bought one of these. Don't have it yet.

https://www.blackovis.com/alaska-gui...r-Confirmation

+1 for Alaska guides, like the extra pockets for bits and pieces. Can fit rangerfinder with 10*40 vortex and a few other bits and pieces. When I use my small 10*25 leaves heaps of room for other stuff that convenient to grab when on the move.

The Bino nearness does get in the way if lying down to take a shot, clip on the side and it moves.

https://www.marsupialgear.com/collec...nt=32343823244

These are awesome.

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https://www.marsupialgear.com/collec...nt=32343823244

These are awesome.

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with the big holes on the side that's not gonna keep anything out which is why I want a pack instead of the harness I already have.
cheers though lots of good options out there

I've got the Badlands zipped one, it's not bad. Only downside to me was on the back of the harness, it had a hydration bladder pouch which ended up being quite bulky with a pack on top. Just cut it out so it's nice and flat now.

I have the kuiu, its shit. Will go back to an alaska guide creations at some stage. Dont like that Kuiu unit is exposed at the back so it collects leaves and debris easily, binos are attached to the straps also so you cant just pull them out and pass them to a mate or pick them up for a quick glass around when youre not wearing the harness without having to unclip them from the harness, zero extra storage, straps always come undone off the binos and have very nearly had an expensive pair of binos go for a skate a couple of times due to this, have now taped the strap ends to prevent this from happening but shouldnt have to do that, not much thought went into designing it

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I have the kuiu, its shit. Will go back to an alaska guide creations at some stage. Dont like that Kuiu unit is exposed at the back so it collects leaves and debris easily, binos are attached to the straps also so you cant just pull them out and pass them to a mate or pick them up for a quick glass around when youre not wearing the harness without having to unclip them from the harness, zero extra storage, straps always come undone off the binos and have very nearly had an expensive pair of binos go for a skate a couple of times due to this, have now taped the strap ends to prevent this from happening but shouldnt have to do that, not much thought went into designing it

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I have the Kuiu and I find it great, I had an AGC (your old one) and found it too bulky. Remember the whole purpose of Kuiu gear, minimal weight and bulk but still have functionality for the sole person wearing / using it.

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I have the kuiu, its shit. Will go back to an alaska guide creations at some stage. Dont like that Kuiu unit is exposed at the back so it collects leaves and debris easily, binos are attached to the straps also so you cant just pull them out and pass them to a mate or pick them up for a quick glass around when youre not wearing the harness without having to unclip them from the harness, zero extra storage, straps always come undone off the binos and have very nearly had an expensive pair of binos go for a skate a couple of times due to this, have now taped the strap ends to prevent this from happening but shouldnt have to do that, not much thought went into designing it

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Your not the first person I have heard that from.
My main priorities are easy quiet access (not physically attached to binos)
Keep the shit out
I'm usually carrying a day pack so the storage is not a big deal

https://twinneedle.co.nz/products/bino-pouch-harness

Go with these:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by madjon_

https://twinneedle.co.nz/products/bino-pouch-harness

Go with these:thumbsup:

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I believe @akaroa1 got one from twin needle, think there was a forum buy up when they started making them

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Originally Posted by dannyb

Your not the first person I have heard that from.
My main priorities are easy quiet access (not physically attached to binos)
Keep the shit out
I'm usually carrying a day pack so the storage is not a big deal

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I have one of these the only problem is they are too tight for the 10x42 swovoski.
I do like that the bino is attached as I had a AGC and almost lost my old bino twice as I just dropped them in and didn't clip the flap and bent over and out they went.

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Originally Posted by 25/08IMP

I have one of these the only problem is they are too tight for the 10x42 swovoski.
I do like that the bino is attached as I had a AGC and almost lost my old bino twice as I just dropped them in and didn't clip the flap and bent over and out they went.

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I have 10x42 EL's in mine and they fit ok as far as girth goes, have to hold your tongue the right way when flipping the lid off though

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I have 10x42 EL's in mine and they fit ok as far as girth goes, have to hold your tongue the right way when flipping the lid off though

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Yea mine are a very very snug fit

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I'm happy with the EL range in mine.
Yes snug but better than moving around with ever footstep

Hunted in heavy rain and 4 layers of clothing yesterday evening for 3 hours.

Twinneedle was great as if they were down my jacket they would have steamed up massively.
Watched 5 deer for 1.5 hours before I could get a clean shot in the rain and mist.
The flap and layout kept the binos cool and clean and handy the whole time and it was very heavy rain.

And yes I did shoot the spiker I wanted

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Originally Posted by 25/08IMP

I have one of these the only problem is they are too tight for the 10x42 swovoski.
I do like that the bino is attached as I had a AGC and almost lost my old bino twice as I just dropped them in and didn't clip the flap and bent over and out they went.

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@25/08IMP For 10USD you can get clip on straps.

https://www.alaskaguidecreations.com...Pt18NEUGhi8phI

Bino Pouch

Local option

I have the twin needle bino harness its great has zips and magnet so you get the best of both

I've been using the Vortex bino chest pack for some time now. Fairly comfortable and reasonably priced. Good pocket in the front for things like ammo, ear plugs, GPS etc.

Got mine from Broncos

https://broncos.co.nz/hunting/optics...guide-binopack

Have got the Sitka bino harness and really like it, but i have never had experiance with any others to compare with really, its small easy to use but not waterproof, got told the idea to stuff a shower cap inside it and when it rains flip the cap over it an it is fairly well protected, very cheap option and works well. If you like to do alot of shooting off the ground then keep in mind that you have to unclip the harness every time you lie down to shoot, but if its only everynow an then its no worries.

Here's the Eberleystock one attached to the daypack. Easy to get off in a hurry, and doesn't more abound even when running.
Works really well. I'm pretty sure there are a number of other bino packs that could be attached to a pack, rather than use their harnesses.
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Here's the Eberleystock one attached to the daypack. Easy to get off in a hurry, and doesn't more abound even when running.
Works really well. I'm pretty sure there are a number of other bino packs that could be attached to a pack, rather than use their harnesses.
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Can you wear it without the pack?

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Originally Posted by Ryan_Songhurst

Can you wear it without the pack?

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Yep - It has it's own harness, which you can just clip the chest pack onto.