Hunters Element Arete Bag 75L - Stone Green
Regular price $399.99BAG ONLY - FRAME NOT INCLUDED
ABOUT THE ARETE PACK SYSTEM
The Arete Pack System is a different concept that changes how hunting packs are viewed. The Arete is a modular system that allows you to change between packs with one single frame/harness. There are two major advantages to this.
The first is that it allows you to significantly reduce the amount of bulk and weight you have to carry. This makes carrying multiple packs into camp a much more viable option. You can now pack in all your gear in your big pack, set up camp, pull out your day bag, and swap this onto the harness for hunting. Because the majority of weight and bulk in any pack is in the frame/harness, the pack body itself can squash down very small in the bottom of your main bag.
The second main advantage is the ability to expand any of the packs. Because the pack body can come away from the frame/harness, it is possible to fit extra gear between the two. Most importantly this has been designed this way to carry heavy meat from a successful hunt. The ‘Meat Shelf’ is built into the frame/harness, so every Arete setup allows you to pack meat out in this manner. This meat shelf is far more effective and comfortable than carrying meat stuffed into the bottom of your pack or over your shoulders. It allows you strap the meat tight to the frame with an even distribution of bulk and weight that won’t sway or move, and it means that this weight is kept closest to your spine where strength and balance are dramatically optimized. It also means that you don’t have to ditch gear out or your pack to make room for the meat.
ABOUT THE 75L
The 75L is designed for full pack-in, backcountry, multi-day excursions. This large pack will carry all the gear needed for a camp setup including your tent, sleeping bag, food, cooker, change of clothes etc. What sets the Arete 75L apart from standard tramping packs is the hunting-focused design. On top of the meat-hauling design, this pack is fitted out for hunters who carry spotting scopes, and camera gear, and want quick access to these. The inbuilt rifle scabbard also means a far more comfortable carry. It sinches down to a low-profile shape when not packed out so it looks and functions like a smaller bag when the extra space isn’t required.
An internal zippered sleeve on the front allows you to quickly pull out or put away optics attached to a tripod when you are in an area where these are needed regularly. When you’re moving long distances and don’t need access to these as quickly, two large front pockets can accommodate the tripods and optics in a fully covered position. These front pockets cover the front of the pack, and the outside of these is lined with a hard foam, meaning no matter how you are carrying these valuables, there is a grunty protection layer for them when you place your pack down on its front or rub it up against branches and scrub. In addition, two Auto-lock buckles and straps allow you to quickly lock the gear in place.
The main body pocket has a full-length zip that allows you to access top-to-bottom gear easily without having to fish through everything from the top down. This main compartment includes a large zippered accessory pocket for gear organization and a water bladder pocket. There are also an additional 6 accessory pockets in the two front compartments and two upper pockets on the hood for fast access to any other necessities. Finally, two water bottle pockets are equipped on the lower sides. The extendable top-loading hood design allows you to adjust the capacity and height of the pack easily depending on what you are carrying.
The pack body has an integrated rifle scabbard that can accommodate almost all hunting rifle lengths sizes and barrel widths up to that of a standard magnum suppressor. The scabbard is located at the back of the pack (closest to the frame / your back) in order to keep the weight closest to your spine and to minimize sway. The benefit of having two free hands in steep and challenging country can make a massive difference and should not be underestimated, particularly in open country when shots are less likely to be close-quarter surprises, and when overhanging branches are less of a hassle. When not in use the scabbard foot can be neatly tucked away back up inside the pack body.
It's available in two fabric options. First, the Desolve Veil camouflage option is made from Hydrafuse™ StealthSHELL™ fabric which is softer and quieter for more close-quarters hunting scenarios where noise and stealth are priorities. Second, the Stone Green option is made from an extra-durable Cordura® fabric which is 2x more durable, and suited to a rugged open country where stealth is not as important but the ground it will be dumped on is harder and more abrasive.
A hidden, blaze orange, rain-cover is tucked away in a pocket at the bottom of the pack for when the weather sets in or when you want to be seen.
The 75L Arete Bag is part of the Arete Pack System. It fits the interchangeable Arete Pack System Frame, this frame is required for use.
Shop the Arete Frame here
- 75-litre capacity
- Available in Desolve® Veil™, Hydrafuse™ StealthSHELL™ fabric, or Stone Green Cordura® fabric
- Designed for fast and easy access to spotting scopes and cameras and rifle
- Hard-foam covered front to protect optics and tripods
- 16 pockets for complete gear organisation
- Integrated rifle scabbard
- Water bladder compatible
- Duraflex® Hardware
- YKK® Zips
- Blaze orange rain cover included
- Weight: 3.38kg (total weight of bag and frame)
At Hamills, we want to keep it as easy as possible for you, so we offer:
- Free shipping on orders over $199.99 to New Zealand non-rural addresses. A $5 rural surcharge will apply to rural addresses for orders over $199.99.
- For all orders under $199.99 for NZ deliveries, we charge the following flat rates:
- North Island - a flat rate of $8.50 to non-rural addresses and $13.50 to rural addresses (some heavy items may incur additional charges. We will advise before shipping).
- South Island - a flat rate of $9.99 to non-rural addresses and $14.99 to rural addresses (some heavy items may incur additional charges. We will advise before shipping).
Please note there are a handful of oversized/heavy items that may incur additional shipping costs. If this is the case with your item, we will advise you of the cost before dispatching.
INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
We ship internationally. All our international delivery costs are determined by destination, and the size of your parcel.
Displayed pricing applies to New Zealand resident customers (NZD) only. International orders will be processed in the New Zealand dollar.
International shipping rates will be displayed upon checkout. Any applicable customs charges or local taxes are the responsibility of the customer and is not covered in your purchase price by Hamills Taupo.
We offer two shipping options: non-tracked or tracked. By selecting the non-tracked option, you agree to carry the risk associated with the parcel’s travel.
We also offer a tracked DHL Express option. Pricing will be available at checkout.
When an order is shipped outside of New Zealand you may be charged duties or taxes by your local government before the items will be released to you, as these are beyond our control please check with your local customs department prior to ordering should you have any concerns. These charges are not the responsibility of Hamills Taupo.
Please Note: If your order contains any clearance items this may delay the dispatch of your order.
Orders will be processed Monday – Friday.
ESTIMATED DELIVERY TIMES (NEW ZEALAND)
We know you’re going to be super keen to get your new purchase so that’s why we process and dispatch orders as soon as we can. Actual delivery time will depend on your location.
Once your order has been processed and dispatched, indicative delivery times are as follows:
- North Island orders: 1-3 working days from dispatch.
- South Island orders: 2-5 working days from dispatch.
Orders will be processed Monday – Friday.
Unfortunately, overnight or Saturday deliveries cannot be guaranteed.
We are unable to post to PO Box addresses.
ESTIMATED DELIVERY TIMES (AUSTRALIA)
We know you’re going to be super keen to get your new purchase so that’s why we will dispatch orders usually within 24 hours of being received. Actual delivery time will depend on your location (see below).
Once your order has been processed, indicative delivery times are as follows:
- 7 - 14 working days.
- Rural delivery or remote locations can take just a little longer so please allow an additional 2 working days.
- Please Note: If your order contains any clearance items this may delay the dispatch of your order. Covid has created increasing delays to some areas. Please be patient.
FIREARMS, AIR RIFLES AND AMMUNITION
There are some products that we are unable to sell online but we are still able to ship nationwide. We can accept payment by credit card over the phone or via bank transfer.
As these items may be age or license restricted, you will be required to complete a Firearms Mail Order Form before we can release the goods. Please contact us in the shop 07 378 7779 or flick us an email shop@hamillstaupo.co.nz and we would be happy to talk you through the process.
We can only deliver firearms and ammunition to the following addresses:
- The licence holders address (this must match your firearms license and you must be home to receive the delivery)
- Your local firearms dealer (please ensure you have their permission for us to deliver your item to them. They may charge a collection fee to you direct on pick up).
For online sales of firearms and ammunition, we are required by law to have a police officer check in person that your firearms license is valid.
