huntingson...i know the feeling!! i got some skin missing RIGHT at the top of my boots from hitting the stand while its on my back[:@] that hurts...alot of guys here actually pack theirs upside down by reversing the straps. seems that may cure our problem..i just havent gotten around to doing it! till then i just try to keep from screaming obscene words in the woods when i kick the back of my leg into my stand! lol just wanted to pass that idea on to you..i have a front pouch that may be a problem when packing upside down though..still going to give it a shot when i get around to it. i think it would make it quieter to pack..seems the cables grab anything and everything when walking in brush or undercover.