FISHPOND CROSS-CURRENT CHEST PACK
When the fishing is hot there is a lot going on and you have to be able to multitask to keep up with all the activity. The Cross-Current Chest pack is designed to keep all your essentials and boxes organized, keeping them high on your body at the ready. Slide your net out of the integrated net slot, scoop your fish, release it, grab your dry shake out of the magnetic drop down workstation, and get back those moments we all love to celebrate.
FEATURES:
- Compatible with all Fishpond backpacks
- 210D Nylon Cyclepond Fishpond fabric
- Front magnetic closure pocket for small fly boxes, pucks, and other quick access items
- Front main zippered storage compartment for large fly box storage
- Two small stretch mesh pockets on the front for quick access items
- Exterior VELCRO® attachment for foam attachment (foam patch included)
- Exterior Hypalon® tabs for tool and accessory attachment on each side
- Integrated net slot on backpanel holds a long handle net
- D-ring on top center back for attaching a net release for short handle nets
- One large pocket on the backpanel with a zippered entry on each side
- Magnetic front pocket has velcro interior on one side, and 4 small stretch mesh pockets for organization
- Main front zippered pocket includes one interior zippered pocket
- 11” x 8.5” x 5.5” (front pack)
- 11.5” x 10.5” x 1” (back)
- 8L (488 cu. in.)
- 1.7lbs
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4.94/5 Stars out of 16 Reviews
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Lisa (Texas) | August 25th, 2024
Pack is great, I'm happy. Lots of room for a chest pack- I like the magnetized front flap. Easy to organize
Ryan (Pennsylvania) | August 16th, 2024
Pack is solid. Its a chest pack, so understand you aren't going to fit 65 fly boxes. Internal organization is easy and ample room to hang a few gadgets/tippets spools. Front flap is magnetized and fold down which is a really nice feature... saved a bunch flies from being dropped in the water while I was rigging with these big fingers. Straps can be a pain to reach easily. If I had to point out one design flaw, it would be the net holster. Maybe its just me, but every time I try and stow my net after using it... I can't find it one handed which is super inconvenient. I used this all Summer to fish evening and after dark... everything is right where I need it... 10 inches from my face.
LEO (USA) | January 31st, 2024
NICE AND COMPACT, DOESN'T GET IN THE WAY AND GOOD QUALITY.
Gene (UT) | February 24th, 2023
this pack rocks!!! comfortable and capable. rides a bit high for me but when you gotta big belly....
Dennis Levin (NYC) | May 11th, 2022
This pack has good organization, is spacious, and sits quite high on your chest so you can wade deeper without submerging all your gear. It's also really comfortable even with a ton of stuff in it.
That said, I'm not sure I like it more than as simple vest. It's definitely tricker to see where you're stepping when you have a chest pack on. I find it more annoying to put on and take off than a regular vest, and while tightening the straps is easy, loosening them can sometimes be frustrating. I'm also not a fan of having accessories dangle all over. With a vest I can find small pockets to store things like nippers and hemostats even when they're attached to zingers. On this pack there are plenty of spots for zingers but then your stuff is just hanging there, hitting the rod every now and then. Lastly, while a lot of reviews say there's no need to worry about things falling out, I always felt like things were better secured in a vest. Not convinced the magnetic pocket wouldn't pop open if I took a tumble. Especially if the pack is full.
Aram (CA) | March 26th, 2022
Great storage option for days on the water. Ample storage space and I like the front pocket with magnet closure. It's secure enough where it won't open by accident and provides a good working shelf to switch out your fly. Looking forward to pairing with a fishpond backpack.
James (Pennsylvania) | October 20th, 2021
I just received my pack, the adjustable straps are great and made to fit anyone big or small. I switched from a sage vest, to the chestpack and all my equipment fit perfectly and I still have room. I leave in a week for my annual fishing trip and that's when I'll get to test on the water for first time, but in my opinion, this in an outstanding pack, and I definitely recommend buying it if your going to get a chestpack! Also I wanted to mention that the magnetic front is an amazing feature that opens nicely as a work station and closes firmly with no need to worry about it popping open on the water.
Shawn Donovan (Maine) | September 7th, 2021
Well made chest pack, all of the clips and zippers are quality. It is not a minimalist setup, it does have plenty of room. Pack out multiple fly boxes, tippet… sandwich, or whatever. Does well in the rain, doesn’t absorb much water. The magnetic front pouch is very handy when you start moving tying but left it open… easy push to close it. My net rides very nicely in the back as well, the harness keeps the weight of the whole pack unnoticeable. Overall the pack is great, the only thing I might change is making it slightly thinner. It doesn’t get in the way of casting or anything but it is a decent size pack on your chest.
Roger (Arizona) | July 11th, 2021
All the storage you really need while allowing full unobstructed motion. There is enough adjustment that will also allow for the wearing of a horizontal shoulder holster.
Dennis Levin (New York, NY) | February 22nd, 2021
This has just enough pockets and organization to fit just about everything a conventional vest can.
I worried that things would fall out of the magnetic front pocket but the magnets are surprisingly strong so that has not been a problem at all. It's actually really convenient!
The back pockets are good for things not frequently used such as a headlamp or a light rain jacket.
Highly recommend!
