Backpacking a Metal Detector Tips ??

[Lennyzx11]

I'm gearing up to detect some remote places this year and would like any tips from those of you backpack a detector and hike in. Trips will usually be overnighters and two-three nights. I used to pack and camp avidly but it's been a few years since I have.

I have just bought a Alps Commander Freighter Pack
Amazon.com: ALPS OutdoorZ Commander Freighter Frame Plus Pack Bag, 5250 Cubic Inches: Sports & Outdoors

I usually use a Whites MXT with the Stock 9" coil and a 4x6 DD Eclipse on another lower shaft.

I hope to pack in a sleeping bag, tent, cookware, water, food, and extra set of clothes and raingear along with the detector and a plastic gold pan for panning. Maybe a bucket to carry the concentrates out on panning trips if water or streams are scarce.

Any tips, tricks, ideas, and comments are welcomed in order keep the detector protected inside the pack or carrying on the outside are appreciated.

Thanks,
Lenny

 

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[snakeyes]

Never take more than your wife can carry

 

[cudamark]

This time of year and for the next couple of months.......snake guards. For the next several months after that......bug spray. A weather kit for the detector is a good idea too.

 

[luvsdux]

I've packed Tesoro detectors for miles, but haven't even considered packing my MXT mainly due to the configuration of the box and screen. Considering that, I'd think you'll do best by strapping the detector and shafts to the out side of the pack. You'll be better able to decide when you get the pack loaded with your other gear giving you a look at what room is left.
luvsdux

 

[TriCdigger]

Never take more than your wife can carry

In my case; that'd be a toothbrush

 

[BVI Hunter]

I do this VERY often as I like to hunt alone in the places where few people go!

I pack MRE's and plenty of water and use a one man pop up tent. no bag needed (its warm here) and my SH2 breaks down and is kept out of sight until I reach my site.
head torch is a must as well as a camel back to carry water and small kit while I am away from "base camp"

GOOD LUCK!!

 

[Lennyzx11]

That's what I'm looking at hard because of that design. I don't bring it on plane trips due to afraid of not getting it packed safely enough. That Zbar for the box and screen is the hardest part to work out so far to keep safe.

I've packed Tesoro detectors for miles, but haven't even considered packing my MXT mainly due to the configuration of the box and screen. Considering that, I'd think you'll do best by strapping the detector and shafts to the out side of the pack. You'll be better able to decide when you get the pack loaded with your other gear giving you a look at what room is left.
luvsdux