Recently at a Midwest waterfowl show, I saw the new Lucky Duck 4 Slot Motion Backpack and I was amazed at the attention it drew. Hardly a single person walked by without handling, exploring, commenting, and eventually buying one of three versions. Offered in Gore Optifade Marsh (MSRP $209.99) and Timber (MRSP $209.99) along with marsh brown and green (MRSP $159.99), the backpack has an incredible payload capacity. As described by Lucky Duck it:
- Holds up to (4) motion decoys
- PVC rubber bottom provides strength and stability
- Dividers can be configured to your needs with separate wing pockets
- Adjustable shoulder straps with a chest strap for extra security
- Padded back for comfort while carrying
- Slots with drain eyelets for decoy poles
- 2 side pockets for extra batteries or chargers
- Accessory pocket with d-ring to store remotes
- Sewn d-loops for accessory attachment
But really there is much more the backpack can do. For example, while four spinners will easily fit inside, so will four Agitators, or an agitator, spinner, and a half dozen packable decoys. While dividers are provided, they are locked in place with double-sided heavy-duty hook and loop, but can all be folded out of the way if you want to haul in other types of decoys. A dozen packable decoys once deflated will fit inside. Mix and match whatever your hunt needs might be. Being a backpack one can walk, or ride with the security of everything remaining inside and safe. Zippered pouches can hold shells, calls, snacks, and other items making the pack an all-inclusive hauler of things you need for a hunt in one backpack. Poles are stored on the outside.
One feature that is notable is the PVC bottom that keeps your gear dry, stabilizes the bag, and keeps the pack conformity while on your back. Shoulder straps are large enough for all types and the padding adds comfort for long treks to your favorite hunting hole. D-rings allow a safe secure place for remotes, but can also be used for a flashlight, headlamp, or your truck keys.
The top of the pack when closed has a large, zippered pouch perfect for quick access to items, and has a dozen sewn nylon loops for attaching other accessories with carabiners, zip ties, or paracord. Loops are also available in the front of the back, on the outside of the D-ring pouch for even more opportunities to secure items. Two water bottles or thermos pouches are included with a drawstring to secure each item.
Another well-thought-out addition is the large handle on the top to grab the bag even with a gloved hand. In total, there are four zippered pouches, two bottle storage pouches with drawstrings, 18 heavy-duty nylon attachment loops, four metal D-rings for secure attachment of remotes or other items, and a solid PVC base.
