I appreciate your concern over gear as it is a necessary componant of a back country back pack hunt. I have done several of these hunts and we have been successful in getting game as well. I think, however, you must give special consideration to the retreiving of an animal in the back country, and its removal. The physical demands are great, and a well thought out plan is neccessary.
I encourage everyone who is considering this kind of hunt to really appreciate what it takes to get an animal out without spoilage. This, I believe, should be your first consideration. I encourage to really think about this process and develop a plan. Always remember, your priority isn't to get the meat out, it is to get it cooled first. Once cooled and successfully stored, you then have days to get it out. We have taken three days in early season getting an elk out, without any spoilage.