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ZPacks Bear Bag Kit
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ZPacks Bear Bag Kit
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For backpackers venturing into bear country, the ZPacks Bear Bag Kit comes complete with a food bag, rock sack, mini carabiner, and 50 feet of cord. Weighing in at 1.5 ounces, the roll-top bag features water resistant taped seams designed to keep rain out and liquid spills in. The ultra-strong Dyneema Composite fiber material can stand up to heavy loads and pointy food items, keeping snacks out of reach from creatures big and small Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downScrappyMalloy
22
Nov 24, 2015
I LOVE ZPacks. Super stoked to see them here on Massdrop.
Why is the discount so weak?
Why is the discount so weak?
PlusOne
11
Nov 25, 2015
ScrappyMalloyCame out to $5.83 savings. I voted for this kit in the poll but I think I'm gonna wait for another deal, another day.
Sajor
34
Dec 23, 2017
Talk about marketing lol, i just use a 2 grocery bags, dont need a carabeener i tie knots, lighter and last just as long , total cost $0
chugger
Dec 22, 2017
As a Florida resident...
zpacks: $50.00 + $5.00 shipping + $3.50 tax = $58.50 massdrop: $41.99 + $2.98 shipping + $0.00 tax = $44.97 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- savings: $13.53
zpacks: $50.00 + $5.00 shipping + $3.50 tax = $58.50 massdrop: $41.99 + $2.98 shipping + $0.00 tax = $44.97 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- savings: $13.53
Hikingforkicks
0
Dec 22, 2017
I was disappointed with this one. At some point in time Zpacks has changed the standard size of their food bag. This bag is HUGE! I didn't read the sizing and just assumed it would be the same as my previous food bag from Zpacks. This bag is way bigger than I could ever imagine needing. Especially as an ultralight hiker. I fit 6 days of food in here and MAYBE used half of the bag. I was disappointed and will be looking to other brands for food bags in the future.
Pando
62
Dec 24, 2017
HikingforkicksNever even thought to look but now that you mention it I could have sworn the size used to be closer to 12L? Or my memory is going which is completely possible. I do really like the longer horizontal opening on this vs. the other dry bags that are tall and skinny.
Atmako
27
Feb 23, 2019
I agree toothpaste and toiletries along with food should be hung and this bag allows for that with room to spare...it's very light and rolls down if the space is not needed....I can't imagine that weight could be an issue, price yes but that's dyneema for you, I have an older version that I believe might be smaller...I tent camp almost always and avoid shelters so a solid set up for a food bag is a must...my bag has been used perhaps 50 nights so far...some of the folks are right about cheaper options and the cord is thin diameter but that has not been an issue for me....
EverythingIsBetterOutdoors
94
Dec 22, 2017
Someone talk me into this. I'm currently lusting for anything ZPacks but also trying to stave down the gear obsession. I have cheap light enough nylon dry(ish) bags and cordage. How much more magical is DCF really ?
A community member
Dec 27, 2017
I plan on keeping it stocked with 3 days worth of food and ready to go with small kitchen utensils and stove. One bag to grab and I can go on a trip at a moment's notice
EverythingIsBetterOutdoors
94
Dec 28, 2017
Totally. That's how I do it now, except with cheap nylon roll-top bags (that once upon a time were probably PU coated). So talk me into this one ? I want to buy it, but I'm doing a remarkably responsible job of actually looking at the justification of purchases it seems, versus just giving into the gear acquisition syndrome. That, and there's other much more expensive ZPacks stuff I want to save up for.
cn13
10
Jun 13, 2017
I own this kit and it is an amazing bear bag. Super light, durable, and easy to hang. I cannot recommend it enough.
ZenSen
49
Nov 25, 2015
Yeah, at first i thought the margins were pretty low for them. But doing a quick calculation on the material cost, it's well under 20$ for one of these kits. You can get a 54" x 36"of cuben fiber for around 32$ at retail price (drop at least 25% for bulk discount), which is enough material to make 2 of these bags.
It's still a good kit, but the savings is more than a little disappointing.
It's still a good kit, but the savings is more than a little disappointing.
rocknrollctb
11
Feb 24, 2019
People interested in this item should check out LiteAF's bear bag. It is very similar but has flat bottom, which makes it way better if you ask me.
Glenn825
18
Mar 11, 2019
rocknrollctbJust as a tip, I used the double sided tape that comes with the polycryo window film kits, and pleated the bottom of the Zpacks bag. It's a huge rectangle bottomed bag now, that rolls down into a cube and fits great in my pack.
MasterRo
86
Dec 22, 2017
Prelminary comparisons: The envelope style Zpacks Cuben Bear bag (without the rock sack and rope) weighs 1.3 ounces. The cylindrical bottom OR UL Dry Sack (15L) ($19.81 on Amazon) weighs 1.7 oz and is slightly taller. The cylindrical bottom should hold slightly more than the envelope style bottom. My Zpacks Cuben Bear bag seems durable so far although the velcro has worn out that secures the closure before you roll it down. I doubt the Velcro has much to do with the sealing of the bear bag. I purchased my Zpacks Bear Bag 2 years ago so they may have improved the Velcro. My rock sack that came with it, blew out the first time I used it when the sack (with internal rock), struck another rock (after I threw it over a limb). I repaired it with Tenacious Tape. So far so good. I have yet use the OR UL 15L Dry Sack but looks and feels durable.
ZenSen
49
Nov 25, 2015
Brofessor,
Some do, most don't. You have to check with the individual parks. I know that Yosemite and the Sierras require bear canisters. This however is still a really good kit to have for the smaller rodents, they're more of a threat to your food than a bear.
Some do, most don't. You have to check with the individual parks. I know that Yosemite and the Sierras require bear canisters. This however is still a really good kit to have for the smaller rodents, they're more of a threat to your food than a bear.
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