Mystery Ranch

Terraframe 3-Zip 50L Backpack

Like a Boss

DISCLOSURE: I am very well aware that MysteryRanch makes incredible awesome MIL packs specifically engineered for tactical/hostile environments. With that in mind... Because of my unique role, purchased the Terraframe hoping it would cross worlds really well. I am out-of-my-mind happy with this pack. First of all - just like listed on site, demo'd in videos, etc., this pack has insane space inside as well as build-out options on the exterior. For my needs, I can deploy the shelf and store a plate carrier whether going on a ruck, establishing FOP, etc. It's excellent. Cinching down on the straps keeps the weight near the frame and doesn't hinder pack storage at all. Here's the insane part: I can even stash the assault pack inside the Terraframe with plenty of space leftover. For example, I'm rockin' a K19 with a proprietary assault pack that attaches to the carrier itself. So I can haul the plate carrier, assault pack, and all necessary gear in the Terraframe - and do so comfortably! - and then when ready, deploy the shelf, grab the assault pack, and I'm ready to go. Can't say enough good stuff about this pack!

Tough as Nails

I've used this pack as a daily hauler for three years on a professional crew doing trail work in the Adirondacks. Daily loads range from 20-60 lbs and the frame + yoke could easily handle more. The pack material is tough and holds up to sharp tools and grease as well as near constant rain and mud. The zippers, straps, and buckles all have held up beautifully. I've used the overload shelf to haul grip-hoists, wire rope, stone drills, and splitting gear without issue. This is a great pack and is overbuilt in every way.

Good backpack, in need of some better design ideas

I bought this pack a little over a year ago and immediately started putting it to the test with rucking, backpacking, and hunting. Overall, I really like this pack, but some design features are just killing me. The water bottle pockets are good quality, but basically unreachable while hiking. They could be about 1.5x the size as well, seeing as this is the only outer storage option for this pack. The upper clip holding the pack to the frame is so frustrating. The fact that every clip around the pack is your standard buckle-clip, and this one is a special "push" clip makes no sense. Every. single. time. I'm loading weight on my frame, it is such a pain to clip in without unclipping it along the way due to the awkward placement. A standard clip here would be much better. That being said, I scored this pack during a sale which made it at least $100 cheaper than any hunting pack in the same size. Great quality, holds weight pretty well, and keeps moderately dry in wet weather (PNW). I've carried it for several multi-day trips and it's been good the entire time.

Mystery Ranch Terraframe 50L Backpack

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Size Bought:

Medium

I bought this pack several weeks ago in advance of a trip to hike, camp and fly fish Hazel Creek in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The pack provided plenty of room for the four night trip with a trail weight of about 40 pounds. The external frame and "load sling" make it easy to haul ackwardly shapped or heavy items that would not otherwise fit in a traditional top-loading or roll-top backpack. I found it to be a very comfortable pack, although a tad on the heavy side (5 pounds total) for those considering an AT through hike or other extended trip. Mystery Ranch is known for its quality and the construction of this pack is top-notch: 330 Condura Lite Plus with a Carbon Fiber frame. The pack has three zippers--two diagonal and one vertical. This makes it easy to open up the entire pack or to simply stuff gear in through the top. There is a hydration pocket inside and the pack features two top lid pockets that close with high quality zippers. There are also two open side pockets for tent poles, water bottles, etc. Numerous, extra-long external compression straps make it easy to carry your tent body or sleeping pad, Sevaral webbing loops and MOLLE loops provide additional flexibility for lashing additional gear (like fly rods) to the pack. The pack features an adjustable length frame system. I found that I did not properly adjust the height of the shoulder pads relative to my torso length, but made sure to do so before returning. A velcro backed yoke makes the adjustment quite easy. The frame itself is flat and it seems to flex dynamically as you move on the trail. It has a wide, stiff hip belt that locks securly but comfortably over the hips.

Great pack!

Bought this pack several months ago and have been very impressed with the fit and function. Hauls loads easily and does a great job with packing additional gear in the load shelf. Great pack

Another awesome pack!

Bought this to compliment my scree for longer trips! Once again, another great product from Mystery Ranch!! Can’t wait for more opportunities to use this wonderful pack!

Seems like a very well built bag!

I just had a chance to get it out on the trail for the first time. Construction quality and versatility are great. I'm looking forward to alot of time spent with this bag! Thanks mystery ranch team, Kannon

I’ve never had a pack that was more comfortable

Adjustable, comfortable, perfect amount of space. I love this bag!

Great backpack

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

This is a great backpacking bag. Very durable and wears very comfortably. I plan on using it for backcountry camping and elk hunting. I should have no problem packing in 4 to 5 days worth of gear and packing out any animals I harvest. I like how the bag is designed, simple yet very functional and with it's carry capacity there are no limits on what you can pack.

Great pack

This pack is well built and really comfortable. With the three zip system, it's easy to get in and out of the entire pack, instead of just having the top opening. The waist belt and shoulder straps have really thick padding and is one of the best fitting packs i've ever had. The ability to separate the pack from the frame for extra carry capacity is really nice to have. This is my favorite pack and will get lots of use.