I have one. I love it. I only use it when the temps are right.....but when they are (Sept.-Oct).....it's the only thing you need to take in the woods with you.....besides your bow. Safety harness goes on UNDER it.....it is NOT bulky (very light-weight).....and I see NO need for a backpack in those temps (I hunt in NC....and use it during the early to mid-season). I'm hunting in pretty tight qusrters....so seldom do I use binocs (but I also have them on a separate harness)......and the vest is EASILY able to carry everything else I need.

Jeff