I've been using a Hunter's Specialty for a few years but it didn't have a hydration compatible pouch and the pockets were basic snap pockets that didn't keep my box call, water bottle or other calls quiet. I bought a Cabelas vest last fall and didn't really check it out or use it until this spring and then found they have the chest buckles sown in backwards. I picked up a Redhead vest a week ago to try. It's hydration compatible but only holds a tiny 1-liter hydration pack (too small) and the entire vest rides low on my back which isn't comfortable to carry a tom in.

I've been looking around but don't see much that is hydration compatible and designed to ride higher like a hunting pack. It probably wouldn't be as bad for me if I sat and called the birds to me but I like to hike and spot and stalk hunt the toms. Thanks for the ideas guys.