I really like my Primos hunting vest. It has a ton of pockets for all of my stuff, so I don't need a backpack. Since I usually carry my climbing stand on my back this works out well. I just grab my vest and I have all of the equipment I use and I know which pocket it is in. As the weather cools off I just add layers and put the vest on top, no need to transfer equipment from one outfit to another.It is light weight too so I can use it even in warm weather.