HOW TO FIT A PACK | LEARNING HOW TO HAUL MEAT FROM INITIAL ASCENT

In this video, I visit Initial Ascent in Idaho and get personally fitted for a hunting pack by Denis St. Marie, one of the co-owners. Denis walks me through the entire pack fitting process—from adjusting the harness and waist belt to finding the perfect frame height and load balance. Whether you're new to western big game hunting or just want to optimize your backcountry setup, this is a must-watch. We also go hands-on with packing techniques for elk quarters. Denis demonstrates how to properly load and secure a rear elk quarter using the Initial Ascent pack system—keeping the weight balanced, stable, and comfortable for those long pack-outs. Gear Featured: Initial Ascent 5k Pack Carbon Fiber Frame System Meat Shelf & Compression Strap Setup Tags: initial ascent pack fitting, elk quarter pack out, how to fit a hunting backpack, backcountry hunting gear, elk hunting tips, western hunting, initial ascent pack review, elk quarter carry, hunting backpack tutorial, how to pack out meat, elk hunting 2025 🔔 Subscribe for more gear reviews, hunting tips, and backcountry adventures!