James M.
Mar 18, 2026
5/5
Love the color
Nice. Fits well. Intuitive design
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs
Fit: True to size
Color: Deep Lichen · Size: LXL
Mountain Hauler 4000 Reviews
Michael C.
Mar 18, 2026
5/5
Mountain Hauler 4000
Bought this for a Moose -Mountain Goat hunt in BC. Pack worked well, I traveled light So everything I expected to take with actual fit, even the travel clothes for the ride home. Plenty of places to add the extras that you like to have for the demands of the remote hunt. I did break this in by taking the pack on weekly 4-5 mile hikes each ( highly Suggest this ). Comfortable from the get go but after a few wears it's even better.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: LXL
John G.
Jan 6, 2026
3/5
Good Pack, Some Quality Concerns
I used this pack once for my annual elk hunt. Overall, the pack held up well taking 3 trips up and down a mountain side. The webbing on the side holder does not seem to be very durable and tore after only one use. I sent the customer service a warranty request and they said that this is normal wear and tear. So in my opinion, if the pack is tearing after one hike outdoors there are some quality concerns.
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Brian G.
Nov 12, 2025
5/5
4000 hauler
So far I like it going to Kodiak Alaska next week deer hunting I think it will be perfect 👌
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
todd o.
Nov 11, 2025
5/5
Backpack
Very comfortable, watch the video on how to load it
Verified Buyer
Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Scott P.
Oct 22, 2025
5/5
Mountain Hauler 4000
Great midsize pack. Compact enough for still hunting but expandable for longer pack out hunts. Materials seem durable with good water resistance.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Jon L.
Oct 19, 2025
5/5
Hauler 4000
Absolutely love the bag but it does run a little small.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: Runs small
David L.
Oct 15, 2025
5/5
mtn hauler 4000
pack is well designed and comfortable. compression straps help secure loads and keep gear, clothing and equipment tight. foam padded shoulder strips and hip belt are very comfortable and keep pack tight against my shoulders, back and hips. i don’t get any sway.
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Gregory K.
Oct 8, 2025
4/5
Carried a great bull with no issues
absolutely fantastic pack, very comfortable for long days on the mountain. carried well right around 100 pounds in it and it rode on my back great. Would recommend to anyone. not a huge fan of the internal meat shelf system but it does work with this design. the straps for the head and antlers is really good design. makes securing the head and cape to the pack very secure
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Colton D.
Oct 6, 2025
5/5
I have yet to use
I have yet to use the product yet, but I have packed it with everything. It seems to hold everything well.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Brandon C.
Oct 3, 2025
5/5
I just got to use
I just got to use this pack for the first time on an elk hunt this week. It has about every feature I would want in a multi day/ meat hauling bag. The frame seems to fit true to size the buckles and straps all seem to be in the right places and I hauled around 50# in it for about a mile, and was impressed with the way it handled it. Not a comprehensive test, but first impressions tell me that I am going to really like this pack. The only negative thing I could find to say is that the material used is louder than I would like, but I will sacrifice some noise for overall durability, as other packs I have used that aren't as noisy have had the material fail. I'm anxious to put more miles on and see how this pack holds up, but I believe its going to be good!
Verified Buyer
Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Nathan K.
Sep 29, 2025
5/5
Great pack
absolutely amazing pack. I love how it fits and easily loads up
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Jordan R.
Sep 26, 2025
4/5
I got the solid green
I got the solid green one, not sure if the cammo version has the same materials, but it is a little bit noisier than some of the competitor packs I've used in terms of zipper and fabric rustling. You can haul 3 days worth of gear, or an elk quarter, but you cannot haul both at the same time. Very sturdy, very adaptive to fitting me right, loads of straps for secure fit and adjustments. Comfortable to wear for miles and hours on your feet. I like the attention to detail for the load out mode usage.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Joshua H.
Sep 15, 2025
5/5
Great pack
Great pack. Comfortable fit
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Brad C.
Sep 13, 2025
4/5
Decent so far
Feels like a solid bag and can’t wait to load it up
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Duel D.
Sep 11, 2025
5/5
Love it!
As described. . I chose this pack over others for the features and have loved it.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Mark E.
Sep 4, 2025
5/5
Amazing pack
When i first got this pack i started playing around with all the straps and configuring the pack around. It compresses down very small and perfect for a day hunt but then expands to a huge pack to easily pack out meat and your gear. The description or videos don't really show you all the cool little things that the pack has to offer. It's like they took 100 experienced hunters and everything they wanted on a pack for them they incorporated everything. It really is a well thought out pack. I loaded the pack heavy and hunted opening archery and i felt better than i ever have. I also loaded it a little lighter for the following hunts where it was 100 degrees and wasn't going to be hiking as far and the pack compressed perfectly. For me, it is the perfect pack to take for a simple day hunt to a 3 day backpacking hunt. There are some people that have said the material is loud and i agree it's not soft and silent like some other packs but i feel like the material is more durable. Also if i am digging into the pack, i'm not doing that when i am close to animals. Also i do not hunt in thick brush where this would be a problem.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Daniel R.
Aug 30, 2025
5/5
Nice Pack
High quality all around
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Jose C.
Aug 30, 2025
5/5
This pack is a great
This pack is a great pack for its price point. Plenty of room, comfortable straps and I am a bigger guy and the l/xl waistband fits great! This is easily adjustable and is an all around great pack.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs
Fit: True to size
Peyton S.
Aug 26, 2025
5/5
Great day pack.
Great day pack.
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Dakota B.
Aug 11, 2025
5/5
Set it, forget it.
Carries weight very well. I was between the two sizes (this and the larger 6000+ Mountain Hauler); I’m glad I went with this size as it is very expansive. Great craftsmanship and intuitive design.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Derek V.
Aug 9, 2025
5/5
Beautiful backpack
Can't wait to use it on a back country Utah elk hunt this fall.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Jay M.
Aug 7, 2025
5/5
Great pack
Does everything is suppose to. It’s my second one. Works well for 5 day trips. Packed lots of game. Shoulder strap tore after many years use . Sitka replaced pack no questions asked.
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
William T.
Aug 6, 2025
5/5
Great backpack
I bought this for mule deer hunting in Colorado but also use it to pack my gear for a weekend hunting trip.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs
Fit: True to size
Zach S.
Jul 16, 2025
5/5
Great pack
Super comfy. Haven’t hauled meat yet but so far like it alot
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Adam B.
Jun 30, 2025
5/5
great pack
I haven't used it on a hunt yet but it is very comfortable with about 100lbs loaded in it. i'm about 5'8-180, not sure I could make it much smaller it could go but it fits me well.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Leif H.
Jun 29, 2025
5/5
Tough and comfortable pack
I've used my previous version of this pack for the last 4 years and I've packed moose, elk and gear up to 140lbs and it had stood up well and felt pretty comfortable even with heavy weight. It's been pretty tough too as I've covered hundreds of kms with it in tough terrain while guiding in northern alberta Canada.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: True to size
Ryan B.
Jun 27, 2025
4/5
The pack is very comfortable
The pack is very comfortable and appears to be great quality. The material is pretty noisy, otherwise would have been 5 stars
Verified Buyer
Employee
Fit: True to size
Zach P.
Jun 8, 2025
5/5
Mountain hauler 4000
Seems to be a solid pack. Has plenty of space and supports weight well
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Samuel L.
May 28, 2025
5/5
Mountain hauler 4000
Best bag in the industry!
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
John K.
May 15, 2025
5/5
Amazing pack.
Got the pack for an out west elk hunt. Thing is amazing!!! From rucking with the old ALICE pack and newer army ruck while in the army, this thing is a game changer!!!!
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Scott B.
May 7, 2025
3/5
Not for tall men
The pack will not fit extremely tall men. I am 6’9 and the load lifters will not pull the load off the shoulders even when straps are set to XXL setting. Other than the fit not working at all for me personally, the bag is very durable and has well thought out construction, organization was very easy. I really wanted to love this pack - please specify torso length requirements/maximums in the description, or perhaps design a more universal or different sized frame.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6'9'' - 6'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: Runs small
Kevin T.
Apr 21, 2025
5/5
Great pack
Great pack. Bought the 4000 for meat packing capacity but it shrinks down small for a day pack. Features galore and it took me a couple days to figure out how convenient they were. It did absolutely everything that I needed it to do well.
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Jeremy H.
Mar 24, 2025
5/5
Mountain Hauler
Just got the pack and tried it out with a small load on a hike. Love this pack. Very comfortable and plenty of room. Noticed a small tear in one of the mesh pockets, Sitka immediately sent me a shipping label and I have sent it back for replacement. Customer service was awesome! I can’t wait to get the pack back and use it on upcoming Elk hunt. I would highly recommend this pack
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
John D.
Feb 7, 2025
5/5
Looks good. Haven’t got to
Looks good. Haven’t got to try it yet. Wish it had a few more pockets
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
johnathan s.
Jan 13, 2025
5/5
Style
Is great bag and works well for long walks. Fits comfortably on back when you are walking.
Verified Buyer
Fit: True to size
Andrew M.
Jan 2, 2025
5/5
Feels very comfortable and has
Feels very comfortable and has great design with plenty of adjustments
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: True to size
Morgan M.
Dec 26, 2024
5/5
Perfect
Great pack, fits great, have 2 of them
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Jeremy G.
Dec 22, 2024
5/5
Awesome
Great pack. Great material, simplistic design. I put a 100lb sand bag in the pack and went for a 3 mile hump. Super comfortable, no pinch points, runs, or squeaks. The only discomfort was from the weight. The only thing I wish it had or had the option of was waist belt pouches. I purchased the KUIU pro pouches and they slid over the belt nicely. An attachable rifle carrier would be nice as well. Overall, I’m very happy with the pack and can’t wait to really put in to the test next season. I chose the Med size pack, shoulders extended to XL. Height: 6’ weight 190lbs.
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Sam L.
Dec 14, 2024
5/5
Haven't had a chance to
Haven't had a chance to use it on an elk hunt yet but the material seems to be very durable. The shoulder straps area easy to adjust so that it sits well on your back. Seems like something that will be capable of taking a beating. I originally hoped that I could use this as a backpacking pack for camping as well but the way its built, I don't think it would work very well
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
brian a.
Dec 10, 2024
5/5
sitka mountain hauler
I haven't got to see this one yet, but I own my own mountain hauler 4000 and my son has been wanting one for a couple of years. I love it and everytime he wants to give me a break and carry it for me, he can't stop talking about how much better it is in everyway. I bought this for him for Christmas and can't wait until he opens it.
Verified Buyer
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: True to size
William H.
Nov 22, 2024
5/5
Mountain Hauler
Well designed and sturdy construction.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Kyndel B.
Nov 1, 2024
5/5
Is it still there? Wears like it is part of you.
I got the Mountain Hauler 4000 when Sportco in Fife, WA had the digital camo pattern on sale. I have plenty of worn-out packs, and some that will never be worn out because they just are not worth wearing. The 4000 will be worn till it dies - which won't be soon. I wore it around the neighborhood hills a couple of times with a 50 pound bag of fertilizer, and was satisfied that the pack fit well and would carry well. The adjustments are easy, and the straps and buckles for cinching it up pull easy, and hold all day. On my first trip I camped in just a mile from the end of the motorcycle trail and shot a spike elk just 2 miles farther down the mountain. Took more than a full day to get the meat and camp back up to the truck, but I am grappling-distance from 60. The pack gives no pressure spots, rides the old hips up high causing no additional effort to step up, (and no resultant hip-joint pain) and sits still and quiet. First load was 80 pounds in the pack. Both meat bags on the meat shelf, with the bellows zippers released for the extra volume. Carried the rifle and the head in hand. Subsequent loads were smaller. Cleaned it up and wore it as a day-pack for my Idaho elk hunt, where we were skunked. Did see one buck take the wilderness moving sidewalk. The pack still looks new. So happy with this purchase. Male, 59. Average height and weight. No banana for scale.
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Daniel C.
Oct 26, 2024
5/5
Great Quality Product
This is a really well thought out pack design. The build quality is great and it’s very comfortable with a lot of weight in it. Also my experience with Sitka has been above and beyond! Probably the best customer service I have ever encountered.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: True to size
Robert K.
Oct 25, 2024
5/5
Mountain Hauler 4000
This is the perfect archery elk pack. 6 day hunt and this was the perfect size. Durable and very comfortable.
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Christian H.
Sep 29, 2024
5/5
Really like it
Thumbs up
Verified Buyer
Pro
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Zack P.
Sep 14, 2024
5/5
Nice pack!
Love the way this pack is set up and has color coordinated straps. I have other high end packs and this one is neck and neck with SG, even without the external frame!
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Tim C.
Sep 12, 2024
5/5
So far so good
I haven’t hunted with it yet but do have it packed and ready to go. Have done several training hikes with it and seems to be quiet and comfortable.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Fernando E.
Sep 11, 2024
5/5
Great pack
Love the design and it’s very comfy to wear loaded or unloaded
Verified Buyer
Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs
Fit: True to size
Anthony G.
Sep 11, 2024
5/5
Mountain hauler 4000
Pack was absolutely perfect on a five day mountain hunt. It is a little loud with no wind or cover noise.
Verified Buyer
Military & Veterans
Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size