custom-fit canoe packs and barrel harnesses

60 days. 1300km. 90+ pounds. More than 100 trail-less portages. Armstrong to Fort Severn on Hudson Bay, Ontario. My pack felt nice and snug to my back, the shoulder straps and hip belt were very comfortable as if it was a part of me. I’m 5’8, 110 pounds, and having a bag I feel confident carrying makes me excited for the trails of summer.

@exploreleahjackson

Best Barrel Harness on the market Flexible, Durable and Comfortable are not words I have used with other harness products. The Ostrom Voyageur is miles ahead in all of these categories. Regardless of the load or barrel size, the Voyageur harness adjustability and comfort will reduce effort on even the most challenging portages. This harness is built to last and Load Adjuster is a piece of magic frankly. The Voyageur is unquestionably, the Best Barrel Harness on the market.

Finally! A canoe pack that fits a small person!!!
I bought the Winisk canoe pack out of desperation. … I'm 5'0, and…Portaging was literally painful. I saw the Ostrom packs and thought I'd give them a try since they are built for your personal measurements. We loaded the pack up to about 55-60lbs and my husband helped me get it on my back and tighten everything up. It was a dream!!! No more pain on my neck and shoulders from ill-fitting straps, and a waist belt that actually came to my waist and tightened up, and stayed in place. The portaging was SO MUCH EASIER for me!

Winisk Pack
After years of using waterproof, unstructured bags with shoulder and waist straps we purchased a Winisk Pack last year… The Winisk is a high quality pack with lots of room for a long trip. Construction quality is first rate, and the harness is very well designed. Thoughtful placement of straps and handles on the outside of the pack make it an easy lift out of the canoe. The harness is adjustable and it makes for a very comfortable carry. Hands-down the best addition to our paddling kit in years. If you are looking for a new canoe pack, I highly recommend you consider Ostrom.

Great pack and service
My wife has had this pack for a season now and ready to write a review. First off the service received was beyond our expectations. All of our questions about sizing were answered promptly and a ton of time was spent with us. Secondly I still got the waist belt size wrong (careful about this when buying as a gift for your partner). Of course this was days away from our first planned trip and Bill shipped one out that day… The waist belt and shoulder straps are top of line and very comfortable. Heavy duty material, intelligent design and comfort. Highly recommend this pack and will be buying one for myself this year.

Fantastic Pack
I used the Wabakimi on a four day whitewater canoe trip on the Noire river recently and it performed beautifully. The strap and harness system is fantastic, making portaging a dream compared to some other packs I have used in the past. This pack has well thought out pockets, a well designed hip belt, and beefy strong shoulder straps. These features are all custom to my size, and the internal frame gives structure. Look no further, you have quality here.

Quality Product at an amazing price
The Ostrom Quetico is a lot of pack for the money. Quality, robust materials with unparalleled construction fit and finish. 1000 Denier makes for an incredibly durable and long lasting pack. The closest comparisons lack the adjustability, durability and additional features like the top pocket and grab handles found on the Quetico… If you are looking for a comfortable, durable, well priced mid-sized pack, the Ostrom Quetico should be at the top of the list.