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Pannier Load Carrier
- Most advanced and versatile load carrier on the market
- Allows the hunter to carry meat securely between the frame and the main bag on the packout
- 8 compression straps (3 on each side, 2 from the top) to secure your meat to the frame with an additional 4 lid straps to lock the heaviest of loads to the frame
- 2500 cubic inches of carrying capacity weighing only 12 oz
- 1 oversized pocket providing 400 cubic inches combined with 450 cubic inches of lid storage allowing for 850 total cubic inches of pockets in day mode. This does not include the amount it secures between Pannier and frame (At least 2500 ci)
- 2 - ¾" compression straps on the outside of "The Pannier" secures your weapon or anything you want to carry outside the large pocket
- All bar tack utilizes "Lock Stitching"
- External molles to support your attachment needs including IA weapon-specific carriers
- Orange color-coded bar tack for easy buckle and accessory management
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Who is Initial Ascent
FAQS
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The triaxial carbon fiber structure combined with additional strategically placed composite materials provides the greatest strength to weight ratio on the market. We are confident in delivering a frame that is not only comfortable, but provides the ability to haul extremely heavy loads.
The key to the frame’s design is its shape. This allows the heaviest load to be positioned in the center of your back by spreading the weight over your hips, minimizing muscle fatigue and shoulder strain. To stay cooler in hot conditions, the shape maintains air flow around your back. The frame also follows the natural curvature of your spine, providing extreme comfort in all conditions.
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We offer a 1-year warranty for any material defects and workmanship to the original purchaser.
Visit our Warranty page for more information.
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Yes. All IA packs work off of a single frame and suspension system. You can interchange the bags and Pannier Load Carrier at will. No need to buy a separate suspension system.
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The material we use is a 500D Cordura which is very water resistant but not waterproof. If your hunting in wet environment, we recommend our IA Rain Cover.
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Yes. We have the Integrous Frame for torso lengths from 18-22".
And our Invictus Female Frame for torso lengths 13-17". This frame will also work for kids who fall into that torso length range. -
It does come standard with the IA Day Pack, but it does not come with the IA3K, the IA5K, or the IA8K Pack Systems. The Pannier isn't required for packing meat, but we definitely recommend it.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 77 reviews.
First load on my initial ascent pack
I bought this pack for our daughter, and she just reported that this pack is so AWESOME, AND worth every penny spent. This is a must have for people who hike for any type of hunting.
A must accessory for your IA pack, you won't regret it.
One of the cinch pull strings appears to broken from manufacturing. Kinda disappointed
This thing looks/ works great! Currently have it loaded with 50 lbs of sand bags getting ready for September and it functions perfectly.
My first spring bear.
Love the initial ascent setup. It's the most comfortable pack I've ever worn.
I slipped my large bag off to go to day mode for a compact shed hunting rig! Excellent quality gear!
Many trips to Alaska and abuse along the way. This pack is second to none!
Secures meat like no other pack I have used. The way the belt fits to your hips all the weight is over your waist instead of on your back.
I love this pack so much super heavy load and it Carried so well. No sloshing side to side. It sticks right to my back
Packed out 3 bears this spring season.. easy to use and made packing out 2 miles very easy. Excellent product.
Works great with my IA3K
Works great for rucking. Holds weight stable.
Good quality, fast shipping. Can't wait to use
The bungee on the front pocket wasn’t sewed in on the first one I received. I got ahold of them and they sent me a new one at no cost to me. Excellent customer service. I’ve done some rucking with the load carrier and it performs very well. The Initial Ascent frame and suspension carry weight very comfortably.
Works great! Can’t wait to use it this fall!
so far I like the pack alot,layout of pack is great.
Works great
Great design and awesome for heavy hauling.
Best pack I have ever had.
Can’t wait to put it to work this upcoming season!
Fantastic! Build quality is great. Integrates with my frame and bag perfectly. If you don’t already have one, get one NOW!
Order was processed and shipped very quickly. Can’t wait to try it out on my next hunt!
A waste of time to put such a small pouch onto it and then try to use it as some lite weight day pack. Gun, spotting scope, tripod, puffy jacket just did not work well. I do not know how guys are carrying these things without them rubbing all over the frame? I just kept the bag on which literally I do not need the pannier. But I had so many other issues with the pack this just adds to the list
Packed a heavy buck cape and head with my gun Binos and all gear 9 miles it was amazing
Easy to set up and use. Didn't get to packout an elk with it this year. But I see that it will be asset next year.
Game changer. Easy to install. Built to last. Holds weight really well. Easy to run under the pack or by itself. I was wondering if it was needed because the packs are so nice in themselves. But after packing back into the woods, dropping the pack, and running this thing in day mode, I can’t say enough good things about it. Love it. No doubt it’ll carry quarters just fine.
I’ve only used it for training with weight in it and it works amazing
Just recently went on a mountain goat hunt and a buddy of mine shot a goat the pannier was great for packing it out and I loved that it keeps the weight close to my back!
Great product and great company
I use the Pannier for training with 3” Fire house for a three mile hike in full fire fighter bunker gear in the South Florida heat. It does an amazing job holding the hose and pack like it’s nothing.
It’s the Bees Knees!!
Phenomenal craftsmanship! Attention to detail! Amazing! Thank you!
Very easy to put on and use… cant wait to use it on an animal
Love the versatility of this. Can be used in conjunction with Lid for a quick day pack and holds load securely
Haven’t packed meat yet but the ease of access for this is awesome. No more carrying meat in the bag
Doing 4 plus mile hikes with 50lbs of sand strapped in this thing and it holds the load tight. Im ready to put meat in this thing.
This should be apart of the system and not an accessory. It is a must!