Easy to fit and put on and equipped with trail-worthy functionality, the Ruff Wear Front Range Day Pack offers all-day comfort and ample storage for food, water, and accessories to support a full day of canine adventure! Padded chest and belly panels and multiple points of adjustability optimize fit and maximize comfort. Designed to accommodate varying breeds, the pack's integrated harness employs a 5-point adjustment system. Easy-release buckles make the pack convenient to take on and off. The durable polyester fabric holds up to extended use and canine wear-and-tear. Reflective trim provides low-light visibility. Twin zippered saddlebags provide storage space for kibble, water bowls, treats, and other gear. Their ergonomic 'weight forward' design ensures that your four-legged pal retains a full range of unhindered movement. It also creates passive, weight-stabilizing compression so the contents of the pack remain balanced and secure. Internal stretch mesh pockets provide additional spots to stow small valuables. A sturdy but lightweight aluminum V-ring, a reinforced chest loop, and a rear tow loop provide three different leash attachment points (leash sold separately). A dedicated loop can be used to attach Ruff Wear's The Beacon safety light (light sold separately). The Ruff Wear Front Range Day Pack is available in your choice of size and color options. Please reference the Size Chart for Ruff Wear's measurement instructions and suggested fit.
Easy to fit and put on and equipped with trail-worthy functionality, the Ruff Wear Front Range Day Pack offers all-day comfort and ample storage for food, water, and accessories to support a full day of canine adventure! Padded chest and belly panels and multiple points of adjustability optimize fit and maximize comfort. Designed to accommodate varying breeds, the pack's integrated harness employs a 5-point adjustment system. Easy-release buckles make the pack convenient to take on and off. The durable polyester fabric holds up to extended use and canine wear-and-tear. Reflective trim provides low-light visibility. Twin zippered saddlebags provide storage space for kibble, water bowls, treats, and other gear. Their ergonomic 'weight forward' design ensures that your four-legged pal retains a full range of unhindered movement. It also creates passive, weight-stabilizing compression so the contents of the pack remain balanced and secure. Internal stretch mesh pockets provide additional spots to stow small valuables. A sturdy but lightweight aluminum V-ring, a reinforced chest loop, and a rear tow loop provide three different leash attachment points (leash sold separately). A dedicated loop can be used to attach Ruff Wear's The Beacon safety light (light sold separately). The Ruff Wear Front Range Day Pack is available in your choice of size and color options. Please reference the Size Chart for Ruff Wear's measurement instructions and suggested fit.
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Ruffwear Front Range Day Pack - Blue/Mbl
Easy to fit and put on and equipped with trail-worthy functionality, the Ruff Wear Front Range Day Pack offers all-day comfort and ample storage for food, water, and accessories to support a full day of canine adventure! Padded chest and belly panels and multiple points of adjustability optimize fit and maximize comfort. Designed to accommodate varying breeds, the pack's integrated harness employs a 5-point adjustment system. Easy-release buckles make the pack convenient to take on and off. The durable polyester fabric holds up to extended use and canine wear-and-tear. Reflective trim provides low-light visibility. Twin zippered saddlebags provide storage space for kibble, water bowls, treats, and other gear. Their ergonomic 'weight forward' design ensures that your four-legged pal retains a full range of unhindered movement. It also creates passive, weight-stabilizing compression so the contents of the pack remain balanced and secure. Internal stretch mesh pockets provide additional spots to stow small valuables. A sturdy but lightweight aluminum V-ring, a reinforced chest loop, and a rear tow loop provide three different leash attachment points (leash sold separately). A dedicated loop can be used to attach Ruff Wear's The Beacon safety light (light sold separately). The Ruff Wear Front Range Day Pack is available in your choice of size and color options. Please reference the Size Chart for Ruff Wear's measurement instructions and suggested fit.
Easy to fit and put on and equipped with trail-worthy functionality, the Ruff Wear Front Range Day Pack offers all-day comfort and ample storage for food, water, and accessories to support a full day of canine adventure! Padded chest and belly panels and multiple points of adjustability optimize fit and maximize comfort. Designed to accommodate varying breeds, the pack's integrated harness employs a 5-point adjustment system. Easy-release buckles make the pack convenient to take on and off. The durable polyester fabric holds up to extended use and canine wear-and-tear. Reflective trim provides low-light visibility. Twin zippered saddlebags provide storage space for kibble, water bowls, treats, and other gear. Their ergonomic 'weight forward' design ensures that your four-legged pal retains a full range of unhindered movement. It also creates passive, weight-stabilizing compression so the contents of the pack remain balanced and secure. Internal stretch mesh pockets provide additional spots to stow small valuables. A sturdy but lightweight aluminum V-ring, a reinforced chest loop, and a rear tow loop provide three different leash attachment points (leash sold separately). A dedicated loop can be used to attach Ruff Wear's The Beacon safety light (light sold separately). The Ruff Wear Front Range Day Pack is available in your choice of size and color options. Please reference the Size Chart for Ruff Wear's measurement instructions and suggested fit.
The all-time low we recorded was $91.16 on 11 May 2026.
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Ruffwear Front Range Day Pack In Blue Moon Sz Xs
Delivery $31.56
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Ruffwear Front Range Dog Jacket Grey XS 5060-460S1
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Luffwear hundred backpack comfortable saddlebag for day hikes and longer wearing for very small dog breeds front range day pack color blue moon size
Delivery between 12–23 May $27.61
originally posted on REI
I like most ruffwear stuff. Good size and seems to be strong material. I like the multiple attachment points. My dog generally does not like wearing harnesses but I think the material on the underside is more comfortable for him. Making sure each side has the same weight is key. I really like the way the snap buttons under the bags stabilize them to the side straps.
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This new pack design is spectacular.I had high hopes based on the quality of our Front Range Harness, and boy oh boy did this Daypack deliver.Maci is a 60lb Belgian Mal, and wears a size medium (she's got a 31" girth and 22" neck base), and this pack fits just as wonderfully as her harness. So far it's shown superb stability while on the trail, pulling through weird maneuvers and balance shifts without moving about on her back, and she seems unhindered by it's fit. I personally held off on the Approach or Palisade pack due to the lack of padding on the front of the shoulders, and this pack answered all of my hesitations.I got this in Aroura Teal, and let me tell you this shade is unbelievable. It almost glows it's so vibrant! And the huckleberry blue accents are ... MoreThis new pack design is spectacular.I had high hopes based on the quality of our Front Range Harness, and boy oh boy did this Daypack deliver.Maci is a 60lb Belgian Mal, and wears a size medium (she's got a 31" girth and 22" neck base), and this pack fits just as wonderfully as her harness. So far it's shown superb stability while on the trail, pulling through weird maneuvers and balance shifts without moving about on her back, and she seems unhindered by it's fit. I personally held off on the Approach or Palisade pack due to the lack of padding on the front of the shoulders, and this pack answered all of my hesitations.I got this in Aroura Teal, and let me tell you this shade is unbelievable. It almost glows it's so vibrant! And the huckleberry blue accents are gorgeous contrast. Our usual wardrobe is purple, and I think the teal is a huge boost to our happy colors! The fabric itself is the typical quality you can expect from Ruffwear, and I don't see this fabric wearing out, ripping or staining any time soon.This pack is going to be in our closet forever, and I can't wait until we can put more miles in it!TL;DR: Excellent padded fit and durability mixed with incredible functionality make this the best pack I've come across, and is definitely worth the investment.
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Our Front Range Day Pack arrived and we both LOVE it!Herbie is a 50lb Standard Poodle with a 27.5" chest measurement, and the medium fits like a glove. There's plenty of room to expand the straps if he needs to layer it with a winter coat. Seems to be very comfortable on him, sturdy construction (as expected from Ruffwear), and I've had nothing but tail wags from him every time we've used it. He's worn it for four adventures now and I have zero concerns for fit, skin rubbing, or coat matting.There's a two-compartment stretchy pocket in each saddlebag, perfect for holding snacks/collapsible bowl and a roll of bags.He's currently carrying an oversized tennis-ball-type ball and roll of bags in each saddlebag, plus a regular size frisbee and some snacks in one side ... MoreOur Front Range Day Pack arrived and we both LOVE it!Herbie is a 50lb Standard Poodle with a 27.5" chest measurement, and the medium fits like a glove. There's plenty of room to expand the straps if he needs to layer it with a winter coat. Seems to be very comfortable on him, sturdy construction (as expected from Ruffwear), and I've had nothing but tail wags from him every time we've used it. He's worn it for four adventures now and I have zero concerns for fit, skin rubbing, or coat matting.There's a two-compartment stretchy pocket in each saddlebag, perfect for holding snacks/collapsible bowl and a roll of bags.He's currently carrying an oversized tennis-ball-type ball and roll of bags in each saddlebag, plus a regular size frisbee and some snacks in one side and a Westpaw Skamp and collapsible bowl in the other. There's plenty of room for a 16.9oz/500ml water bottle in each side too, when he's ready for the extra weight.For color reference, the Blue Moon and Hawaiian Sunset orange accents are gorgeous and both are almost identical in color to the blue and orange of the ChuckIt Ultra Squeaker Ball (see photo). Herbie is also wearing a medium Ruffwear SeaFoam Top Rope Collar - the colors don't match his own, but they coordinate well.This is the ideal size pack for him and for the type of adventures we go on for our daily exercise. I was trying to decide between this and the new Switchbak Harness, but I'm glad I decided on the Front Range. It's very streamlined for a pack, which is what I liked about the Switchbak, and yet there's plenty of room to carry everything he needs for a day-to-day adventure. The 'Flopper Stoppers' that keep the saddlebags snug to the straps are absolute genius.The Ruffwear YouTube instructional video shows having to unclip all three buckles to put on/remove the pack. My guy is flexible enough that I can undo the belly strap and chest strap on the one side, pull his front leg through the loop on the other, and then slide it over his head - similar to how you would put on/take off the Ruffwear packs built on the Webmaster harness base. It makes it quicker and easier for us to not have to unclip the chest strap on the opposite side.Herbie is a teenager and learning to heel in the presence of distractions is tough for his busy brain, but he listens so much better when he's wearing the pack - it calms him down like a big hug. Whenever I need him to walk at heel, the weight and snug fit of the pack allow him to focus on the instruction without needing any other intervention except praise.The only thing I would change on this pack would be to make the front attachment point a second aluminum V-ring, to match the one on the center back. The metal rings are so much more sturdy and secure than the reinforced webbing loops and it would be comforting to know that the front attachment point is as secure as the one on the back, when needed. To avoid concern, I don't use the front attachment - I just clip his leash to his collar when I need him to be at heel for a stretch and then clip it back to the metal ring on his pack when he can run free. Other than that small change, I couldn't be happier with this pack.Happy tails = happy trails!(The blue carabiner clip on the very back is my addition so I can hang the pack up when we're finished. This doesn't come with the pack.)
| L/XL | 81-107cm (32-42") |
| Lining | Polyester knit mesh |
Ruffwear Front Range Day Pack In Blue Moon Sz Xs
Delivery $31.56
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Ruffwear Front Range Dog Jacket Grey XS 5060-460S1
Delivery $19.99
Luffwear hundred backpack comfortable saddlebag for day hikes and longer wearing for very small dog breeds front range day pack color blue moon size
Delivery between 12–23 May $27.61
I like most ruffwear stuff. Good size and seems to be strong material. I like the multiple attachment points. My dog generally does not like wearing harnesses but I think the material on the underside is more comfortable for him. Making sure each side has the same weight is key. I really like the way the snap buttons under the bags stabilize them to the side straps.
This new pack design is spectacular.I had high hopes based on the quality of our Front Range Harness, and boy oh boy did this Daypack deliver.Maci is a 60lb Belgian Mal, and wears a size medium (she's got a 31" girth and 22" neck base), and this pack fits just as wonderfully as her harness. So far it's shown superb stability while on the trail, pulling through weird maneuvers and balance shifts without moving about on her back, and she seems unhindered by it's fit. I personally held off on the Approach or Palisade pack due to the lack of padding on the front of the shoulders, and this pack answered all of my hesitations.I got this in Aroura Teal, and let me tell you this shade is unbelievable. It almost glows it's so vibrant! And the huckleberry blue accents are ... MoreThis new pack design is spectacular.I had high hopes based on the quality of our Front Range Harness, and boy oh boy did this Daypack deliver.Maci is a 60lb Belgian Mal, and wears a size medium (she's got a 31" girth and 22" neck base), and this pack fits just as wonderfully as her harness. So far it's shown superb stability while on the trail, pulling through weird maneuvers and balance shifts without moving about on her back, and she seems unhindered by it's fit. I personally held off on the Approach or Palisade pack due to the lack of padding on the front of the shoulders, and this pack answered all of my hesitations.I got this in Aroura Teal, and let me tell you this shade is unbelievable. It almost glows it's so vibrant! And the huckleberry blue accents are gorgeous contrast. Our usual wardrobe is purple, and I think the teal is a huge boost to our happy colors! The fabric itself is the typical quality you can expect from Ruffwear, and I don't see this fabric wearing out, ripping or staining any time soon.This pack is going to be in our closet forever, and I can't wait until we can put more miles in it!TL;DR: Excellent padded fit and durability mixed with incredible functionality make this the best pack I've come across, and is definitely worth the investment.
Our Front Range Day Pack arrived and we both LOVE it!Herbie is a 50lb Standard Poodle with a 27.5" chest measurement, and the medium fits like a glove. There's plenty of room to expand the straps if he needs to layer it with a winter coat. Seems to be very comfortable on him, sturdy construction (as expected from Ruffwear), and I've had nothing but tail wags from him every time we've used it. He's worn it for four adventures now and I have zero concerns for fit, skin rubbing, or coat matting.There's a two-compartment stretchy pocket in each saddlebag, perfect for holding snacks/collapsible bowl and a roll of bags.He's currently carrying an oversized tennis-ball-type ball and roll of bags in each saddlebag, plus a regular size frisbee and some snacks in one side ... MoreOur Front Range Day Pack arrived and we both LOVE it!Herbie is a 50lb Standard Poodle with a 27.5" chest measurement, and the medium fits like a glove. There's plenty of room to expand the straps if he needs to layer it with a winter coat. Seems to be very comfortable on him, sturdy construction (as expected from Ruffwear), and I've had nothing but tail wags from him every time we've used it. He's worn it for four adventures now and I have zero concerns for fit, skin rubbing, or coat matting.There's a two-compartment stretchy pocket in each saddlebag, perfect for holding snacks/collapsible bowl and a roll of bags.He's currently carrying an oversized tennis-ball-type ball and roll of bags in each saddlebag, plus a regular size frisbee and some snacks in one side and a Westpaw Skamp and collapsible bowl in the other. There's plenty of room for a 16.9oz/500ml water bottle in each side too, when he's ready for the extra weight.For color reference, the Blue Moon and Hawaiian Sunset orange accents are gorgeous and both are almost identical in color to the blue and orange of the ChuckIt Ultra Squeaker Ball (see photo). Herbie is also wearing a medium Ruffwear SeaFoam Top Rope Collar - the colors don't match his own, but they coordinate well.This is the ideal size pack for him and for the type of adventures we go on for our daily exercise. I was trying to decide between this and the new Switchbak Harness, but I'm glad I decided on the Front Range. It's very streamlined for a pack, which is what I liked about the Switchbak, and yet there's plenty of room to carry everything he needs for a day-to-day adventure. The 'Flopper Stoppers' that keep the saddlebags snug to the straps are absolute genius.The Ruffwear YouTube instructional video shows having to unclip all three buckles to put on/remove the pack. My guy is flexible enough that I can undo the belly strap and chest strap on the one side, pull his front leg through the loop on the other, and then slide it over his head - similar to how you would put on/take off the Ruffwear packs built on the Webmaster harness base. It makes it quicker and easier for us to not have to unclip the chest strap on the opposite side.Herbie is a teenager and learning to heel in the presence of distractions is tough for his busy brain, but he listens so much better when he's wearing the pack - it calms him down like a big hug. Whenever I need him to walk at heel, the weight and snug fit of the pack allow him to focus on the instruction without needing any other intervention except praise.The only thing I would change on this pack would be to make the front attachment point a second aluminum V-ring, to match the one on the center back. The metal rings are so much more sturdy and secure than the reinforced webbing loops and it would be comforting to know that the front attachment point is as secure as the one on the back, when needed. To avoid concern, I don't use the front attachment - I just clip his leash to his collar when I need him to be at heel for a stretch and then clip it back to the metal ring on his pack when he can run free. Other than that small change, I couldn't be happier with this pack.Happy tails = happy trails!(The blue carabiner clip on the very back is my addition so I can hang the pack up when we're finished. This doesn't come with the pack.)
This is by far my favorite dog pack for hiking. It is used by a 90 lb Great Pyrenees and she wears the L/XL. I can compare with the Palisades, Singletrak and the Approach (purchased 9 years ago, I don’t know if the design has changed).It has way more room than the Singletrak. I can put a liter of water on each side and still have plenty of room for other odds and ends. In cool weather my dog carries my extra clothes and emergency supplies. Singletrak did not have enough room for the water needs of a large dog.While it does not have nearly as much capacity as the Palisade, it has plenty of room for day hiking. Even though the Palisade bags can cinch down to be more streamlined, they still stick out pretty wide to the sides. Also the Palisade is significantly ... MoreThis is by far my favorite dog pack for hiking. It is used by a 90 lb Great Pyrenees and she wears the L/XL. I can compare with the Palisades, Singletrak and the Approach (purchased 9 years ago, I don’t know if the design has changed).It has way more room than the Singletrak. I can put a liter of water on each side and still have plenty of room for other odds and ends. In cool weather my dog carries my extra clothes and emergency supplies. Singletrak did not have enough room for the water needs of a large dog.While it does not have nearly as much capacity as the Palisade, it has plenty of room for day hiking. Even though the Palisade bags can cinch down to be more streamlined, they still stick out pretty wide to the sides. Also the Palisade is significantly heavier than the Front Range. Finally, the Front Range front belly strap has clips on both sides of the dog, so you don’t have to pick up their front leg and pull it through the straps to get the bag on and off. Yeah, you can take the saddle bags completely off the Palisades to give the dog a break. But with the double clips, it’s actually easier to take the Front Range pack off than to get the bags off the Palisade.Compared with the Approach pack, there is the advantage of the double clips. But the biggest difference is the Front Range bags are much more streamlined. They don’t stick out as far, neither do they hang down as low. They don’t snag on things as much, so I expect them to last much longer before they get holes worn in their fronts.My other dog wears the Palisades, and I am going to sell it to get a Front Range for her too, that’s how much I like it.
We took our dogs out on a hike yesterday. We went through creeks, up rocks, down hills and through mud. The day pack held up beautifully. First things first, the packs on each side need to be filled to about the same weight or the pack will start to lean one way. I expected this and honestly even if the pack did not lean I would fill each pocket equally to even out the weight on my dogs back. Once the straps were nice and snug and each pack was equally filled i never had to mess with it again. The one thing that really surprised me was how effective the harness was. I had her old harness on because I felt like the harness on the pack wouldn’t be effective but I was wrong. This will be my go to harness for regular walks now too. I have a 90 lb German Shepherd and ... MoreWe took our dogs out on a hike yesterday. We went through creeks, up rocks, down hills and through mud. The day pack held up beautifully. First things first, the packs on each side need to be filled to about the same weight or the pack will start to lean one way. I expected this and honestly even if the pack did not lean I would fill each pocket equally to even out the weight on my dogs back. Once the straps were nice and snug and each pack was equally filled i never had to mess with it again. The one thing that really surprised me was how effective the harness was. I had her old harness on because I felt like the harness on the pack wouldn’t be effective but I was wrong. This will be my go to harness for regular walks now too. I have a 90 lb German Shepherd and even when she saw a squirrel and pulled towards it I had complete control. Another big concern I had was too much weight on my dogs hips as she is a German Shepherd. I was very pleased with how far forward the pack sits on her body, putting no extra weight on her hind end. Also, even though it was hot out I felt like she was comfortable and cool the whole hike. Under the pack did not feel too warm and she had the same energy she always has with no excessive panting. This is the 2nd purchase I have made with Ruffwear and both products exceeded expectation.
This is a great pack! It isn’t waterproof, but we got lightly rained on for about 20 minutes and the contents stayed dry. It had ample room to pack about 5 pounds of dog food, a tie out, and collapsible food and water bowls. I think it was around 9 pounds I put in the pack. Everything but the sleeping pad that I carried. I would suggest distributing the weight to make it even. The pack has adjustability to keep the weight close to your dog, which is nice and ergonomic.I was concerned about it fitting my dog because I hadn’t seen any reviews for sizing with very large dogs, but the large/xl size fit my cane corso just fine. He’s about 120 pounds and has a broad chest- it fit great. It’s not very breathable, so it did have to come off when he started getting hot ... MoreThis is a great pack! It isn’t waterproof, but we got lightly rained on for about 20 minutes and the contents stayed dry. It had ample room to pack about 5 pounds of dog food, a tie out, and collapsible food and water bowls. I think it was around 9 pounds I put in the pack. Everything but the sleeping pad that I carried. I would suggest distributing the weight to make it even. The pack has adjustability to keep the weight close to your dog, which is nice and ergonomic.I was concerned about it fitting my dog because I hadn’t seen any reviews for sizing with very large dogs, but the large/xl size fit my cane corso just fine. He’s about 120 pounds and has a broad chest- it fit great. It’s not very breathable, so it did have to come off when he started getting hot until he cooled down.
I got the L/XL size and it can fit a lot more than I expected, and I've been using it for two-night backpacking trips. I tie her Ruffwear sleeping mat on the top with a bungee and there's enough room to carry her food, treats, water, Ruffwear bowls, Front Range harness, Knot a Hitch, Fido Pro (emergency dog carrying sling), and that Ruffwear stick toy. I even attach a wet-bag to the side to put her poo bags in to hike out (friendly reminder, there's no such thing as the forest poop bag fairy to clean up the bags dropped on the trails). The navy color is nice, and when the pack weight is balanced it stays put quite well and I can keep the harness straps pretty loose - she doesn't seem to notice the pack at all, other than she starts acting like she's "working" and is ... MoreI got the L/XL size and it can fit a lot more than I expected, and I've been using it for two-night backpacking trips. I tie her Ruffwear sleeping mat on the top with a bungee and there's enough room to carry her food, treats, water, Ruffwear bowls, Front Range harness, Knot a Hitch, Fido Pro (emergency dog carrying sling), and that Ruffwear stick toy. I even attach a wet-bag to the side to put her poo bags in to hike out (friendly reminder, there's no such thing as the forest poop bag fairy to clean up the bags dropped on the trails). The navy color is nice, and when the pack weight is balanced it stays put quite well and I can keep the harness straps pretty loose - she doesn't seem to notice the pack at all, other than she starts acting like she's "working" and is so focused lol.WISHES: I wish the pack came off/could be bought as a Front Range Harness accessory so when we are at camp she could just wear the Front Range Harness, instead of me having to pack one separately. However, I get that this is meant as a day pack even though it can carry enough for overnights. I also wish there was a waterproof lining or waterproof pack option so I don't have to take her pack off every time we cross a stream because she likes to lay it in to cool off before we continue. It does dry off pretty quickly though and has drainage holes, but then everything inside is wet too lol.PSA: I really wish they'd mention this on their pack product pages because it's really important: a very fit dog trained to carry a large pack on different hiking terrains, that also has the correct body shape for it (big square like a Pyrenees), can carry a max of 25% of its body weight. My dog fits the criteria, is 105lbs, and I have her carrying about 10lbs and wouldn't want to do more than 20lbs to be safe (haven't needed to carry more than 10lbs yet). Also your dog shouldn't be carrying ANYTHING until all joint development is complete, I waited 2 years for my giant breed to finish all growth before putting a pack on her. Won't take quite so long for smaller breeds. Don't damage your dog's back and joints!
I got the front range day pack for a multi day trek with my border collie. It worked really well. It fit him comfortably and didn’t rub and we had a great few days in the bush just him and I. We had several strangers stop and ask for photos of him in his cute little backpack. The assistance I got from canine spirit when choosing which pack would be best was that of a small town country store. Very warm and personal and helpful. I’d definitely buy from them again.
I purchased this pack to use as a day-hike alternative to my Approach Pack. With a smaller capacity, it seemed like a good option for shorter, less technical hikes. I also was curious to try out the updated design features and compare it to the older style Approach Pack. The biggest draw for me was the chest stabilizer, which was a great call on the part of Ruffwear. However, it should be noted, that while the chest stabilizer is a great feature, it makes the pack less adjustable. My dog measures 30cm in circumference at the widest part of his ribcage which places him squarely in the medium pack according to Ruffwear's sizing chart. However, Ruffwear should also be taking into account the distance from the widest part of the ribcage, along the dog's belly, to the ... MoreI purchased this pack to use as a day-hike alternative to my Approach Pack. With a smaller capacity, it seemed like a good option for shorter, less technical hikes. I also was curious to try out the updated design features and compare it to the older style Approach Pack. The biggest draw for me was the chest stabilizer, which was a great call on the part of Ruffwear. However, it should be noted, that while the chest stabilizer is a great feature, it makes the pack less adjustable. My dog measures 30cm in circumference at the widest part of his ribcage which places him squarely in the medium pack according to Ruffwear's sizing chart. However, Ruffwear should also be taking into account the distance from the widest part of the ribcage, along the dog's belly, to the center of the dog's chest (just below where the collar sits. (This is where the chest stabilizer spans.) This distance for deep chested dogs is greater than the average dog. In the Approach Pack this distance is adjustable. However, in the Front Range, this distance is not adjustable due to the chest stabilizer. This means that the girth strap cuts into my dog's armpits because the strap is pulled too far forward by the chest stabilizer. For these packs that have a built in chest stabilizer, I recommend that Ruffwear switch its sizing to a measurement from the bottom of the ribcage to where the dog's collar rests on its chest. This will prevent sizing issues like the one I am running intoI also was a little surprised at the lack of padding on the straps compared to the Approach Pack. I have actually taken the rear strap from my Approach Pack and have changed it out for the one on this pack because they are so inadequate. The padding only spans a couple inches and leaves ample room for chaffing. This is a major reason why I am giving this pack 3 stars. It's never a good idea to remove features that center around comfortability.Overall this pack is a great attempt at a new design, but the sizing and comfortability need to catch up to the vision.Overall
Tucker and I are avid hikers and spend many days both on and off trail, in difficult terrain and often in the water. In addition, Tucker is an incessant chewer, and has chewed through two harnesses and one leash in his <1 year of life. I was reluctant to spend this much on a doggie pack but I'm glad I took the chance! He tried to chew it off at first but it's so sturdy he couldn't do it, and once he was used to it, and understood that's where his linch and snacks live, he's fully acclimated and gets excited when I put it on him. It's our go-to harness for all outings, whether in the wilderness or around the block.
| L/XL | 81-107cm (32-42") |
| Lining | Polyester knit mesh |
