"Re. Load ratings hard to know what to think of these as I (and many others I and sure) have exceeded the load ratings of every pack I have owned".
Yeah agreed, in my experience I have massively exceeded load "suggestions" on maybe 10-12 trips now, pack still looks pretty much new (2+ years old) and maybe 30 hunts.
Bear in mind a lifetime no questions asked warranty from osprey. Can't comment on the customer service as I am yet to need it.
IMO most modern "hiking" packs shit on the dedicated "hunting" stuff in similar $ range.
But there is always a "BUT...."
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