Reckoning — Hunter's Outpost

Name: Reckoning
Brand: Kifaru Intl
SKU: reckoning
Price: 199.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

Built for hunters who need a pack that can adapt to changing loadouts, this design combines features drawn from the Timberline, EMRII, and Argali into a versatile carry system. Independent side and front compression straps let you reach the center zip while keeping the load controlled, and they also support added front carry options for a rifle, bow, or spotting scope. Two bellowed side pockets add useful storage for optics and tripod carry, while the built-in meat shelf and water bladder sleeve expand its range in the field. A roll-top lid with tab loops offers a lighter setup option, and a separately sold Guide lid is required to fully extend the main bag for maximum volume.

Why Hunters Choose the Kifaru Intl

Independent Side

Front compression straps preserve load

Center Zip

Access adds convenience without fully

Front Belt

Pouch compatibility supports carrying a

Bellowed Side

Pockets provide extra volume for

Built-in Meat

Shelf and water bladder sleeve

Key Features

Built from design elements of the Timberline, EMRII, and Argali packs.
Independent side and front compression straps preserve access to the main bag.
Front compression allows adding a belt pouch for a rifle, bow, or spotting scope.
Two bellowed side pockets add carrying space for spotting scopes and tripods.
Includes a built-in meat shelf and water bladder sleeve.
Roll-top lid with tab loops supports a belt pouch for lighter carry.
Guide lid sold separately extends the main bag for maximum volume.

Best Used For

Hunters needing a pack with independent compression straps for center-zip access without unloading side compression
Users carrying a rifle, bow, or spotting scope with an added front belt pouch
Field users who want side pockets for spotting scopes and tripods
Hunters needing a built-in meat shelf and water bladder sleeve for versatile load management
Those wanting a roll-top lid with tab loops to run lighter in the field

Specifications

Belt Pouch Compatibility	Yes
Built In Meat Shelf	Yes
Carries Bow	Yes
Carries Rifle	Yes
Carries Spotting Scope	Yes
Carries Tripods	Yes
Center Zip Main Bag	Yes
Compression Straps	Multiple compression straps along the side and front of the pack
Guide Lid Included	No
Guide Lid Sold Separately	Yes
Long Description	The Reckoning features some of the best designs from the Timberline, EMRII, and Argali. Changes and improvements were made and incorporated into this pack after rigorous field tests in the hunting and tactical realms. Multiple compression straps along the side and front of the pack work independently, allowing access to the center zip of the main bag without losing compression on the sides of the bag. This feature also allows the addition of a belt pouch to carry a rifle, bow, or spotting scope on the front of the pack. Two bellowed side pockets add to the volume and easily carry spotting scopes and tripods. A built-in meat shelf and water bladder sleeve inside the pack further enhance the Reckoning&&';;s versatility. The Reckoning has a built-in roll-top lid with tab loops for the addition of a belt pouch to save ounces should you want to run "light" in the field. A Guide lid (sold separately) is needed to fully extend the main bag for maximum volume.
Maximum Volume Extension	Requires Guide lid sold separately
Roll Top Lid	Built-in
Short Description	The Reckoning features some of the best designs from the Timberline, EMRII, and Argali.
Side Pockets	Two bellowed side pockets
Tab Loops	Yes
Water Bladder Sleeve	Yes

Pros

Independent side and front compression straps preserve load control while accessing the main bag.
Center zip access adds convenience without fully loosening the pack's compression.
Front belt pouch compatibility supports carrying a rifle, bow, or spotting scope.
Bellowed side pockets provide extra volume for spotting scopes and tripods.
Built-in meat shelf and water bladder sleeve add practical carry options.
Roll-top lid with tab loops allows a lighter setup when needed.

Considerations & Trade-offs

A Guide lid is sold separately, so the pack does not provide maximum main-bag volume out of the box.
The built-in roll-top lid with tab loops offers a lighter setup, but it also means some carry configurations depend on add-on accessories.
The pack’s multiple compression straps and accessory options add versatility, but they also create more adjustment points to manage in the field.
Bellowed side pockets can carry larger items such as spotting scopes and tripods, which may be useful, but they also add bulk when not fully loaded.

Suggested Comparisons

Hunting backpack
Tactical pack
Pack with meat shelf
Pack with spotting scope carry

Suggested Accessories

Rifle carry pouch
Bow carry pouch
Spotting scope pouch
Hydration bladder

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of pack is the Reckoning designed to be used for?

The product description says the Reckoning was developed with designs from the Timberline, EMRII, and Argali, and that it was field tested in hunting and tactical settings. It is presented as a versatile pack for serious field use.

Can the main bag be expanded for more capacity?

Yes. The long description says a Guide lid is sold separately and is needed to fully extend the main bag for maximum volume.

Does the Reckoning have a way to carry a rifle, bow, or spotting scope?

Yes. The description says the pack can accept a belt pouch on the front to carry a rifle, bow, or spotting scope.

What storage features does the Reckoning include?

The listed features include multiple independent compression straps, two bellowed side pockets, a built-in meat shelf, a water bladder sleeve, and a built-in roll-top lid with tab loops.

Are the side pockets large enough for optics or tripod carry?

The description says the two bellowed side pockets add volume and can easily carry spotting scopes and tripods.