Predator XL Sleeve for Protection

[chrisbolton]

Hi all,

I am running the Predator XL and pack it in/out with my Eberlestock X2 pack. Since the edges are pretty sharp on the XL, I was thinking about protecting my pack some from the sharp edges to avoid rips/tears... Anyone have something they use to protect their pack? Not the predator pack looking for something more DIY/custom... plus the predator pack is standard size only...

Thanks!

 

[Plebe]

Probably you can find a drawstring bag that will work.

Sewing a fleece sleeve wouldn't be expensive or difficult. And light. Or mesh.

 

[d_rek]

eastern woods outdoors sells fleece pouches you might be able to get a custom size one if they don't have one for the predator XL already. I do know the XL pack will be released sometime this fall just not exactly sure when.

 

[Gator]

Paracord wrap?

 

[Plebe]

Paracord wrap?

I didn't think that'd mitigate all those teeth around the Predator XL, but found some pics and it does.

Just add foam or a cap over the offset bracket if dropping it in the backpack, but I suspect OP is rigging it on the exterior X2 pouch, in which case, yeah, paracord wrap is pretty easy.

 

[chrisbolton]

Paracord wrap?

It's the teeth on the sides that I am concerned about. I don't think this will help. Thanks though!

 

[Fl Canopy Stalker]

It's the teeth on the sides that I am concerned about. I don't think this will help. Thanks though!

You can wrap the paracord on the sides it’s no different that wrapping the front

 

[TNbowhunter]

Cheapest options would be paracord wrap, filing the edges, and/or wrapping it in an old towel. You could also put a large shower cap or elastic shoe covers that painters and surgeons wear on each side.

 

[MattMan81]

How about a piece of pipe insulation? Just for transport.

 

[bigmike23]

How about some sandpaper... Took me 30 minutes to get mine straight razor shave smooth

 

[Plebe]

Wrap in a cheap mid or base layer top, double duty.

 

[MIPublic]

Go buy a fleece sweater/jacket from goodwill, cut out what you need and hand sew it. Cost you $5 max + needle and thread if you don't have it. It won't be pretty but it will do the job.