Submitted by Larry and Valarie of Willits, CA.
we love our Caribou game bags. These bags are super light weight and sturdy.
We’ve used them three times in the year that we’ve had them for California Blacktail,
New Mexico Mule deer and Utah Mountain goat. Our bags have washed up so easily
and are still looking like they are new.
Mary - Etna Wyoming
Archery Unlimited LLC, Etna Wyoming
We saved my wife Mary's first Elk (she shot at 17 yards), this year because of the game bags.
87 degrees when she shot her Bull. When we got back to get the second load the guts were
covered in flies with less than a handful even close to the bagged meat!
Had lots of guy's talking about your bags after they used them, many with similar stories!
I will definitely order bags again, Neal
Tom Ferguson - Wasilla Alaska
Mid winter: last day of the season moose!
Using the small full carcass bag (32x72) to transport meat in the sled.
Mark Caywood - Idaho
Mark Caywood, Idaho
Arizona Coues Deer:
The Bags in this photo were used up to 7 times
this year and over 12 since New!
A truly unique product that has stood the
test of time, where there was once doubt
there is no more!
Troy Finley - Colorado
After bagging and quartering my elk I headed back to camp to hang game bags on the meat pole,
just as we finished I tried to pull the ATV out from under the meat pole, the rope holding the pole
up in the tree broke and all the quarters hit the ground and ATV. After pulling the ATV away I was
surprised to find none of the bags had torn. I have known of the Caribou Gear game bags for years
and have been hesitant in making a change but after using the Caribou Gear game bags I can say I'm truly convinced after seeing the
performance durability but most importantly the game bags breathability, these bags are well made, and well worth the investment
in my game meat care, I will be using them over and over again.
Father and Son Rick and Derek McNeil - Colorado
The bags are outstanding! surprisingly durable, considering the fact that they weigh next to nothing. I have washed the ones that I have at least 8 or 9 times,
and they still look & perform like new. The one problem I have is getting all of
them back if I let friends borrow them for a hunt. Even my dad, who’s an old
school hunter is sold on the technology of your bags. Truly a great product.
Thanks. Derek Mcneil
Ron Le Beaumont - Wyoming
I thought along with my photo, I'd share a little info with you.
Professionally, I am a doctor of medicine and am a nationally
ranked masters level powerlifter winning my age and weight
class at the USA Powerlifting National Championships.
I recognize the health benefits of lean free range meat rich in
protein and omega 3 fatty acids. It is truly a heart smart option.
I have hunted extensively throughout the western US and Alaska.
I have animals listed in Boone and Crockett, Pope and Young and
Safari Club record books, but meat remains at the center of
why I hunt.
In many years I will harvest up to 7 animals: a bull and cow elk,
buck mule deer and antelope and as many doe antelope as tags
are available. 100 % of that meat is eaten by our family,
accordingly we treat our meat with the utmost care.
Your game bags have become an important part of that process.
Ronald Le Beaumont, M.D.
Mark and Eric - Idaho
I have been using the Carnivore kit this year and the Caribou Gear assorted quarter bags from the Camp Meat bag to a medium bag for 3 seasons. First the fabric: The fabric is very light but strong . The fabric has been blow fly and meat bee proof, and I have watch them try, no fly eggs on the meat and no chew through holes in the bags. Dirt resistance is good as heavy of canvas with very good breath-ability, the meat firms up quickly. The fabric cleans with little effort. A cold water soak helps, One washing most times gets the bag ready to go. The fabric air dries quickly.
Second the workmanship: The quality of the assembly is excellent. No blown seams, even when overloaded and compressed.
No frayed seams to stick to the meat. Some of my bags have been used as many as 9 times.
Third is the design: The bags have a quality draw strings, strong seams, reflective tabs and tie tabs, which shows planning. The configuration of the Carnivore Kit is planned out for the Deer and Pronghorn hunter. With an added medium and small bag the kit expands to Elk.
This year the Carnivore Kit with an extra bag, when needed has been used on a cow elk, a Pronghorn and 4 Mule Deer and a Sitka Blacktail.
The habitat included rocky mountain sub alpine, great basin sage, lava bed, desert and temperate rain forest. This is snow, rain and dust.
The meat quality has been excellent with each use. All meat in these bags was boned in the field and back packed out.
As of this writing the Carnivore Kit is ready for an Arizona Whitetail hunt. It all packs back in the storage bag white and clean.
Until the Caribou Gear bags came out I made my own bags.
Mark
Hailey, ID
Retired: California Fish and Game Patrol Lieutenant (Supervisor)
and Trainer for Hunter Safety Instructors
Paul Atkins - Kotzebue Alaska
Alaska
The Game Bags are more than just game bags. You guys have really put
some thought into it and have included some great ideas and great details.
I use a ton of bags each year. Taking at least 10 caribou, a moose, sheep,
2-3 bears and musk ox here in AK each year. The cheap bags are a waste
of money, and even the better ones can't handle more than one trip.
I'm always looking for the best gear that helps me as a hunter.
Paul Atkins
Paul’s work can be seen in “BowHunter”, “BowHunting World”,
“Bow and Arrow Magazine”, “Peterson’s”, “Outdoor Life”, “Trophy Hunter”,
“Eastman’s” and the “African Hunting Gazette”, just to name a few.
He also serves as one of the contributing editors for the new “Hunt Alaska” magazine.
Jim Zumbo - Wyoming
Jim Zumbo,
I've been using big game bags all my adult life.
I've tried every brand imaginable. As former Hunting
Editor of Outdoor Life magazine, I've tested
everything out there. The Caribou bags are the best
I've seen with no close second. I'd recommend them
for everything from antelope to moose.
Host, Jim Zumbo Outdoors TV show
Bob Foulkrod - PA
Bob Foulkrod;Over the years I have used everything from cheese cloth to plastic mesh for
holding caribou, elk and deer in the back country. The new Big Game Bag’s by
Caribou Gear are by far the best I have ever used.
On my most recent moose hunt the dry time for meat placed in the Caribou Game Bags
was 30 to 60 minutes, and proved breathable both wet or dry. I was impressed that the
fabric does not shrink, does not swell when wet. Theses bags are recommended to
serious hunters, remote hunters, horseback hunters, backpack hunters who want
complete protection of game meat for consumption.
Be sure to read Bob Foulkrods "Free" on line magazine for the outdoorsman,
with great articles and photos !www.bobfoulkrod.com
Rob Keck - South Carolina
Your Big Game Bags Rock! They are the Best!
Hunting the North West Territories in July.
Former Wild Turkey Federation CEO and current Red Head Pro Hunting Team Member.
Randy Johnson -Utah
I just completed a very demanding and successful fall season
guiding desert sheep hunters in some of the most difficult
terrain in southern Utah. Believe me, your Carnivore Game Bags
and Survivor Bone Saw were tested "under fire" in the
toughest field conditions. I absolutely loved the Carnivore Bags.
They were the perfect fit for deboning a big desert ram, kept the
meat clean and were also used to get shoulder and full body
capes back to civilization without any problems. Caribou Gear's
Survivor Bone Saw was light to pack and efficiently cut through
the skull plates of some very big rams. Great gear. I would
recommend these quality products to anyone who is going to
spend some serious time "out on the mountain" chasing trophy animals.
Randy Johnson
HIGH DESERT WILD SHEEP GUIDES
Shawn Dorr - Wyoming
The Hanger
So far the hanger has been used in Alaska for several uses,
Wyoming for hanging 2 antelope at the same time, and now
for assistance in gutting an elk, we were hunting in very steep
mountains and used the hanger to help hold the elk while
we cleaned it. . Again thanks for the great products.
Shawn Dorr
Real Life Outdoors TV
Alan Hannasch - South Carolina
Keep the Bugs Off!
Alan taking his Colorado hunting tactics to South Carolina where
he harvested his first SC Buck and what a buck it is Congratulations.
Alan is using the small full carcass game bag 72x32 and
Game Bag Meat Spray to protect his harvest from the abundant insects
in the area. Being a diehard successful hunter who truly enjoys eating
game meat. With his culinary touch he turns his bounty into the best
smoked summer sausage or finest gourmet dish.
He knows how important it is to cool the game meat, allowing the
meat to drain and keep it free of contaminants for the best in table fare.
Don Moden - Colorado
This is my second year using your game bags and still loving them.
I am using the new saw as well, awesome!
Don Moden - Ouray, Colorado
Product used: Medium Game Pack & Sawvivor Saw
Clint Crookshanks - Colorado
I am very impressed by the quality of the bags. I was sure that the blood stains
were going to be permanent but one time in the washer and they were clean!
Awesome!
Here is a photo of your bags at work on my archery elk hunt this year.
They Are Great!
Clint Crookshanks - Castle Rock RMEF
Product used: Medium Pack
Chris Denham - Arizona
I have been using the heck out of the bags and love them!
Western Hunter Magazine/ Elk Hunter Magazine - Editor Chris Denham
Product used: Medium Pack
Travis - Western Hunter Magazine
Randy Newberg - Montana
"Gave the game bags a pretty good workout with
the elk I arrowed in Montana last month".
Thanks for making the best game bags I ever used!
On Your Own Adventures - Host: Randy Newberg
Product used: Medium Pack
Thomas Ferguson - Wasilla, Alaska
I consider them Gear!
Excellent game bags! I like the smallest size, The Carnivore for sheep. they are strong, light,
and reusable. first time I've actually had a relationship with my game bags...I consider them Gear!
I've used them for other Alaska game, with excellent results. Good job guys!
Thomas Ferguson, Wasilla Alaska. Product used: The Carnivore
Kurt Geist - Colorado Springs, Colorado
I wasn't going to take any chances!
This was my second archery sheep tag, and it took me 14 years to finally put one on the ground. I wasn't going to take any chances on ruining the meat, so the Caribou Gear bags were a natural choice. When quartering any game out, it's so convenient to just slip the bags right over the quarter before it has a chance to touch the ground. Drop it in your pack, and away you go! My Caribou Gear Game Bags are already washed, and stowed in my pack for the next harvest. Kurt Geist, Bill Pellegrino's Archery Hut
"Alaska" YOUR PRODUCT WAS SUPERIOR OF THE TWO!
Alaska Yukon Moose Hunt
(left) Jimmer, and Dave (below/L) Stickler from Haines, AK.
along with Patrick Anderson (below/R) from Merced, Ca.
The guys that I hunted with have been using canvas game bags for years and were extremely impressed with your product, The only Caribou bags that we had are the ones that I bought, ( enough for one moose ) we used the canvas bags for the other two moose, it worked out because we were able to compare the two different types of game bags and all of us recognized that your product was superior of the two.
One thing that we noticed was the meat we put in your bags
( skinned over ) a whole lot faster than the canvas bags.
Thanks for the great product and I will be doing business with you in the future.
Picture's submitted by Fred Bloom of Alpena, MI
Product used #6437 Moose, Game Bag Pack
Jeremy Munoz - Longmont, Colorado
Ultimate Game Bag
I have had issues with other types of bags in previous years and was in search of the ultimate game bag. A friend of mine
turned me on to your bags and I took them this year on my Colorado DIY backcountry elk hunt. The bags were a huge success!
The bags are strong, durable and lightweight yet let the meat breath. No fly eggs falling through on your bags. A pine martin wasn’t
even able to tear into them. Thanks for making a great product, I will be sure to recommend them to friends.
Jeremy Munoz - Longmont, Colorado
Evan Williams - Colorado Springs, Colorado
After 11 days of hunting the backcountry I finally cut a
tag on the buck I had been hunting since the season
opener. I gross scored him at 177".
The Carnivore pack is amazing!! Lightweight and the
most packable game bag set I have ever used. I fit an
entire deer boned out in one bag plus an additional bag
for the head and cape. Almost 100 lbs worth of meat in
one bag. All you need to do is use a Big Game Bag once
and you'll never go back to using another bag again.
Nothings getting to your meat.
The bags are PERFECT!!!!
I washed them w/o bleach and they look perfect and
have no odor to them. They look as clean as when they
came out of the carnivore pack.
Evan Williams
Bill Pellegrino's Archery Hut
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Prostaff Ted JR.
Hunting the Flat Tops of Colorado;
The efforts of another successful hunt, deep heavy snow,
was the main battle of this hunt as many of the critters
were hunkered down and when moving migrating to
lower elevation, but persistence paid off, last day last
hour of the season of 2010. Good eating it was.
In this picture we carried variations of game bags
The Carnivore, and the Game bag packs so that if
necessary pending how far into the dark timber
we went, we would either debone and or quarter
the animal, we ultimately used The Carnivore.
I wish the very best of success for you this fall, with
a hunger, goal and persistence your hunt will surely
payoff this year.
Ted Jr.
Product used: Small Pack
Jerry Herrod - Anchorage, Alaska
Your bags are the best I've ever used. I used to use the canvas and _ _ _ _ _ _ , bags but the washing
was hard, they retained odors, and the cheesecloth bags tore like a wet paper sack. Your bags are tough
enough to hang moose quarters and the bloodstains come out very easy in the wash. I'll never use
cotton game bags every again. Your bags also breath so well, I use them as laundry bags to put my wet
packs and other gear in the dryer!
Justin Graham - Marshall Arkansas
Hey Sports fans as you may know we are neck deep into "Turkey Season" across
the US. We received these great picture's from one of our successful turkey hunting
friends Justin Graham, we are very pleased with the pictures as it shows the versatility
of the bags use.
Justin used the small camp meat bag for breasted & trimmed turkey meat.
Justin mentioned how he used the bags for transporting the turkey and meat storage
from field to cooler, then home for packaging and freezing. Thanks Justin.
Utah, Jim Leonard-Oryx Hunt
look brand new with no effort. Everybody that has seen
me use these bags have been very impressed.
Thanks for your great product.
The thing I like best is how lightweight these are, like
anything else it’s no good if you don’t have it with you.
Jim Leonard.
Utah-Public Lands, Nov 11, 2010
Isaac Aleman of Badlands BackPacks
"I wanted to thank you for making the best
game bags on the market"
On a quick solo morning hunt I spotted this
buck with some doe's on a ridge I worked my
way in on him for a clean shot.
This buck is a 3x3, 31-1/2 wide, 20" G2's,
with 18 " of mass and 26" tall from base of
skull.
Oregonwe generally bone out our elk right after we shoot it using
the gutless method. Your bags are perfect for this
because they are light enough to pack six game bags in
my pack when I am hunting. Within 2 hours of the elk hitting
the ground I have it boned out, in bags, hanging in a tree.
Even though the material is lightweight, it is virtually
indestructible and absolutely fly proof. Between all of our
hunting I filled some of the bags 4 times last year and they
are all holding up like they are new without any funky smell.
Everyone of the people that I hunted with last year went home
and ordered your bags, they are just that much better.
I have a feeling they are all going to do the same thing next
year after we use your new "The Hanger" string throw bag.
The picture is of a nice 5 point we packed out in early September.
It was pushing 90 degrees, but using this method and your bags
we lost zero meat. Inside my pack is the first load of meat in a
ultra light game bag and the rack. Thanks.
United States soldiers - Purple Heart Hunt Sponsored by RMEF
For those that attended this hunt, "this was a life altering experience!"
Soldiers in the photo: From the Left, Lieutenant Brandon Van Dusen, 3rd
Platoon, Bravo Company, 2 Battalion 8 Infantry.
Right: Command Sergeant Major Dale L. Veneklasen, 1st Squadron, 10th
Calvary Regiment CSM, 2nd BCT, 4th infantry Division, Buffalo Soldier.
We at Caribou Gear Outdoor Equipment Company would like to thank these
fine Soldiers along with all the men and women fighting for and protecting
our freedom and our way of life.
Colorado Elk Hunt
Here is a photo of my elk quartered/boned out and in Caribou Gear's Big Game Bags.
I carried Caribou Gear's Big Game Bags for all 17 days of my Colorado DIY archery
elk hunt. Carrying heavy canvas bags would have weighed me down, and taken up
every inch of space in my day pack. I ended up using all 8 bags of my Medium Pack
set, which allowed me to put specific cuts of meat (i.e. neck, roast) into their own bags.
Even though the bags were completely blood soaked, they cleaned up easily in one washing.
Why anyone would purchase any other bag is beyond me! B Sol
Colorado - Mule Deer Hunt
The Bags worked great! While it wasn't a big buck, it was a fun hunt! The meat is
in the freezer! I was able to draw an early mule deer tag this year. With
temperatures in the eighties and the flies in full force, I was able to hunt with
confidence knowing I had my Caribou Gear deer kit in my pack. I had my entire
deer safely enclosed in my Ultra Light Big Game Bags before the flies even knew
what happened! I like to tie two bags together and throw two over my shoulder
for each trip. This way a mulie only takes two trips to pack out-without even
carrying a pack frame all day! Time was on my side during this warm weather hunt.
Thanks Caribou Gear! Keith Dougles
Colorado - Elk Hunt
Thank you for the awesome game bags, lightweight, durable, reusable and super
easy to use. We had to pack my elk out on our backs and when we got back up the
mountain for the second load, I was very surprised to see that all the flies were on
the carcass and none on the meat, I guess the flies gave up trying to get through
the bags! We were in country where there are alot of bears and it was nice to
shine a light on the game bags and see them glow, awesome product!
"I'll never use another game bag" Jason Heffler
Tom Nelson, Host of Dead Down Wind American Archer, TV Show
and Prostaff member of Caribou Gear
"When hunting, the difference between success and failure often comes down
to the little things. That is why I take no chances and surround myself with quality
gear such as the BIG GAME BAGS by Caribou Gear. Light weight, super durable and
compact, BIG GAME BAGS are always on my packing list" Tom Nelson
Colorado Archery Elk Hunt
Minnesota-Don Weber
I wanted to thank you for the meat bags! I just got back from Colorado on an
Archery Elk Hunt and we were able to use your bags. The Outfitter guides really
liked your bags. We had to pack the elk out from a huge bowl!
The guides use canvas bags, but like the light weight and durability of your products.
Thanks a Ton, Archery Hunting is Awesome!!!! -Don Weber
Minnesota Deer Hunt
Roger and Jeanne of Wolf lake MN; "Jeanne" We loved the game bags, because of
all the grey wolves in the area, the light reflective bags worked beautifully, the game
bags allowed me to sleep knowing my deer could be seen at night, the deer was
hanging about 150 yards from the cabin. I can't wait to use the fish bags this summer.
Thanks Caribou Gear. P.S. I need more ID Tags!
"Roger" I'm so glad that we came across the game bags because I plan on bear
hunting the boundary waters wilderness area where we only have access by canoe
or on foot and due to the warmer weather during the hunting season the bags would
be good in this remote location, we are always concerned with not only bear, the bold
wolves in the area, but weight and strength is of a great concern, a quality game bag
is definitly required, your game bags will suit such a hunt.
Steve Lucero - Colorado Deer Hunt
Last hour of the last day of the season!
I couldn't be happier with the lightweight
game bags, with miles worth of hiking out
of the high country, with two full loads and
with the last load coming out well after sun
set, the bags were easy to find with the
aid of our surefire flash lights we could see
the game bags from over two hundred yards
away! I was very confident in the strength
and durability, I highly recommend the game
bags. Steve L.
Alaska Caribou Hunt
Levi and Rose, from Minnesota; We hunted Alaska this fall and bagged two caribou,
we used your game bags and loved them. They we"re really light weight and super
easy to clean. "The bags where awesome"
Colorado Goat Hunt
Allan; After five days and a tough day of hunting in fog, snow and temps in the
teens, I'm glad to be done!
I had to drag two bags and carry two others over rocks, snow and ice, and I'm
happy to report no tears!
COLORADO ELK HUNT
Tommy; We carried our game bags in our backpacks every day, some days we
hunted many miles from camp, so being able to stay light and reduce space was
a big deal! They cleaned up fantastic as well, just threw them in the wash and
they were as good as new!
Your game bags turned out to be the best all around game bag that I have ever
used, I will never use another game bag. Great Job!
Tommy and Danny from; Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear www.rmsgear.com
John Downey and the gang - Colorado Elk Hunt
John Downey and Crew, Littleton Colorado.
The new bags worked great!! I was able to harvest a nice bull elk this year in
Colorado (2009) I quartered and hung the meat in your bags for ten days.
The meat stayed clean and dry. The bags breathed and the meat aged prefect,
the size and number of each bag was just right. For years I used heavier canvas
type bags but no more! yours clean-up so nice and the weight advantage is so
important I cannot ever begin to tell you! Anyway I am off to Nebraska for white
tail deer cannot wait to try the deer bags from your company.
It sure was a peace of mind knowing, I could look from the tent at night
and see the game bags with no problem, due to the light reflective properties of
the game bags. The next time I'm hunting were the Grizzly's prowl, these are
no doubt the game bags of choice.
"By the way the lock loops and ID tags are a great idea"
Thanks for the great bags!
Clint Boyce - Kansas Pheasent Hunt
The game bags came in very
handy on my last pheasant hunt,
not only did the bags make the
pheasant easier to carry but
the dogs didn't harass the birds
while the bags layed on the ground.
Pheasant hunting is one of many
uses I have found for my big
game bag kit.
I'm going duck hunting next!
These are not just big game bags,
but game bags!
Derek Mcneil - Denver, Colorado
"Derek" Great bags, lightweight and quality fabric, the stitching held well under trying conditions, I'm planning on an
Alaskan hunt in 2010 for moose, I will be using these bags over all others on the market. I like the refelctive tape,
ID tags, string locks and the oversized label so that I know mine from my buddies!
Just when I thought a game bag couldn't be perfected, these are all a person would ever need in a game bag.