Hoodlum
*All ARK Frame options are 25"
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Pickup available at 511 E SUNSET DR.
Usually ready in 24 hoursSince 2019, the Hoodlum has been the first choice of guides and backcountry hunters who push deeper and carry heavier. With 6,500 cubic inches of load capacity mounted on Kifaru’s proven ARK Frame, it hauls everything you need—camp, gear, and meat—with unmatched comfort, mile after hard-earned mile.
Its full-length main zipper provides instant, easy access to your gear or game, while the laser-cut Belt Pouch Matrix lets you customize your storage exactly how you like it. Built from 500D Cordura®, it stands up to abuse from rock, brush, and relentless terrain. Forged through years of direct input from guides, the Hoodlum is reliable, adaptable, and built to outlast even your toughest hunts.
FEATURES
- 6,500 in³ Battle-Tested Capacity
Hauls camp and game (4,340 in³ main, 1,000 in³ snow collar, 580 in³ pockets). - Full-Length Zipper Access
Opens fully for rapid loading or meat packing. - Redesigned Side Pockets
Fits 115mm spotting scopes with glove-friendly, one-handed operation. - Laser-Cut Belt Pouch Matrix
Attach Kifaru belt pouches with adjustable, modular precision. - Dual-Function Side Wings
Compress for agile day hunts or expand for extra gear. - Rear Slot Pocket with Autolock Straps
Secures weapons, tripods, or poles with zero swing. - Hydration-Ready Design
Dual ports and bladder sleeve keep you fueled.
DETAILS
Volume Breakdown
- Total: 6,500 in³ (106.51 L)
- Main Bag: 4,340 in³ (71.11 L)
- Expanded Snow Collar: 1,000 in³ (16.38 L)
- Side Pockets: 580 in³ (9.5 L)
Weight
- Bag Only: 3 lbs 5 oz (1.5 kg)
- With MD 25" ARK Frame: 6 lbs 7 oz (2.92 kg)
Dimensions
- Main Bag (Fully Filled): 33” H x 14” W x 12” D
- Side Pockets (Each): 21” H x 9.5” W x 4.5” D
Build Quality
- Materials: 500D Cordura® nylon, laser-cut laminate panels, #10 YKK® zippers
- Origin: Made in the USA
- Compliance: Berry Compliant (100% U.S.-sourced materials and manufacturing)
Frame Compatibility: Kifaru ARK or Duplex Lite Frame (sold separately)
Waist Belt Sizes
- XS: 22" - 27"
- SM: 28" - 34"
- MD: 35" - 39"
- LG: 40" - 46"
- XL: 47" and up
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
Care: Spot clean with mild soap; air dry
Support: Got questions? Reach our team at hello@kifaru.net or 307-370-7981.
FIND YOUR FIT
The key to all-day comfort in the backcountry starts with a properly fitted pack. Measure your waist and torso, then use the sizing chart and frame recommendations below to find your perfect Hoodlum setup.
Waist Belt Sizing Chart
- XS: 22" - 27"
- SM: 28" - 34"
- MD: 35" - 39"
- LG: 40" - 46"
- XL: 47" and up
Frame Size Recommendations
22" Frame: Best for users under 5'7". Ideal for military personnel, fitness rucking, compact loads, and whitetail hunters. Offers a snug fit for agile movement.
25" Frame: Best for users 5'8" and taller. Maximizes load-lifting capacity for heavy packs on extended hunts. Distributes weight efficiently, perfect for western big game hunters hauling meat and gear over rugged terrain.
- GRGrady R.Verified ReviewerReviewingHoodlumI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoThis is the one!
This is the one for long adventures to tightening the straps and get outside for a day hunt. We have been going on 7-14 day adventures using this bag and each time I am very grateful for this pack. Packing out heavy meat runs and this bag has taken all the beating. When this one wears out, I will buy another Hoodlum. Thank you Aron.
KKIFARU1 year agoWe couldn't agree more! Thanks Grady!
- JMJohn M.Verified ReviewerReviewingHoodlumI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoGreat Pack
I've used this pack on multiple multi-day hunts. Its durability and carry capacity are awesome.
- TtylerReviewingHoodlumI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agohighly recommend!!!
I have put this pack through the ringer!!! I was in a brutal accident and wasn't able to wear a pack.. but with the load lifters and adjustments this pack offers I was able to wear it through the seasons packing multiple bulls out and even a few deer this year it never once let me down!
I would like to know where I can order the rifle attachment it shows in the picture descriptions any help with that would be great
- AAbrachtVerified BuyerReviewingHoodlumI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoSuperb quality
This review is about a year late, but better late than never.
Last year I purchased a Hoodlum pack and a frame from a combination between Kifaru and Kifaru equipment via BlackOvis.
I went out to Colorado for a season of deer / elk hunting and found myself in a precarious situation. My brother and I were helping some friends pack an elk out and I slipped down a frozen over water chute in the Junction Creek area (Durango).
I honestly thought this was going to bring serious bodily injury or death as I was sliding quite fast toward what appeared to be a tall vertical drop. All of the cliche movie bits about seeing my life flash before my eyes was indeed a thing, but I digress. After sliding for what felt like a very long distance, my Hoodlum shifted off center of my back and stopped me dead in my tracks by catching on a fell tree in the frozen water. At the time I was probably 210 pounds with an 80+ pound pack out.
There is absolutely no damage to the pack, mounting equipment, frame, etc. The purpose of this email is to praise the craftsmanship in the manufacturing of your equipment. Without the quality and reliability of my pack, I may have never made it off the mountain.
I don't know who within the organization will receive this email, but I hope it can make it up to the shot callers as a testament that the relentless pursuit of quality manufacturing does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for providing exceptional gear for us numskulls. I am sure I am not the only…
- CChrisVerified ReviewerReviewingHoodlumI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoKifaru's best offering
This is the pack, does everything from multi day to single day trips. Having tried multiple kifaru packs and other brands, i have confidently landed on the Hoodlum as my go-to. You will not be dissapointed. Add pouches and pullouts for organization.