You may be trying to carry too much. I bought a sweet backpack at Wal-Mart last year just before the season opened. It is two-in-one as it has a lower part that will unzip and can be worn as a fannypack. The fanny pack part by itself wasn't very comfortable as it drooped terribly, it is not attached to the belt very securly. But, the pack is nice, has a hydration bladder compartment, an outer pocket on each side, and a outer-center pocket. It was big enough to hold my Montana Decoy, and everything else I needed. Usually the problem is I fill it with TOO much junk and the weight becomes unbearable, especially chasing these wandering Wapiti.