FIRE
CATALOG
21
SHIFT SYSTEM / ENGINE / IA
6 - 17
HOTSHOTS / HANDCREW
18 - 23
SAW ACCESSORIES
24 - 27
CARGO
28 - 31
MEDICAL
32 - 35
ACCESSORIES
36 - 41
FITTING & SIZING
Prices valid through December 31, 2021.
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MYSTERY RANCH builds the best load-bearing equipment in the world. We build for a different kind of customer, for folks who inspire us, and men and women with a job to do. We build with the best materials available and the most durable construction methods that exist so that you know our gear will support your mission whether it’s on the front line, the fire line, the cleanest line or the steepest line. We don’t cut corners. Every pack that we build is designed with you in mind from function and fit to design and comfort. When every item that goes in your pack is a necessity, we want you to be efficient, effective, and most important, safe. We want to be sure that you can get it done, whatever your mission may be.
MYSTERY RANCH® – BUILT FOR THE MISSION®
WARRANTY & REPAIRS
MYSTERY RANCH designs and manufactures packs for the job that needs to get done, supporting customers who rely on our packs to get home at the end of the day. Our Warranty guarantees everything we build against defects in materials and craftsmanship for the practical lifetime of the product. We will happily offer repair or replacement for issues with materials or craftsmanship. Damage due to normal wear and tear or misuse can be repaired for a reasonable charge.
PATENTS Most MYSTERY RANCH products are covered by US and Foreign Patents, and other Patents Pending. US Patents include: US 6,626,342 B1; US 7,673,777 B2; US 8,381,956 B2; US 8,561,866 B2; US 8,950,644 B2; US 8,348,114 B2; US 8,579,171 B2; US 9,173,473 B2; US 9,271,559 B2; US 8,162,194 B2 ; US 8,955,792 B2
CERTIFICATIONS
NATION FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
UL
CAL FIRE APPROVED
In 2014 MYSTERY RANCH took the first step toward offering our customers NFPA certified products by building their quality management system and having it certified to ISO 9001. The next step was to provide third party, Underwriters Laboratories (ULÂŽ), with samples that comply the load-carrying design and performance requirements of NFPA 1977, 2016 Edition and pass the heat and thermal shrinkage resistance test. Fire packs are used to carry tools, food, water, and other items crucial to the safety of the user. Not only do the packs need to withstand a certain level of heat without failing, the buckles still need to be functional after exposure to ensure continued use in the field. Now, MYSTERY RANCH is continually expanding the array of wildland fire products that are NFPA certified, and we are proud to serve the brave men and women that risk their lives for our safety.
MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGY
500D and 1000D CORDURA® Built of custom spec’d 500D and 1000D CORDURA® with Teflon® and PU coatings for maximum durability, UV, and weather protection.
YKK® Zippers Reliable #8 and #10 are used on the interior of the packs provide long-haul durability.
AQUAGUARD® Zippers Exterior AQUAGUARD® YKK® #10 zippers with nickel-plated sliders are dustproof and provide exceptional weather-resistance and durability.
MYSTERY RANCH Load carriage technology including the patented Futura yoke, Fire-specific frame, and pack harnessing. See more info on page 38.
SHIFT SYSTEM / ENGINE / IA MYSTERY RANCH builds intellegent equipment that is initial-attack optimized and designed to meet the specific needs of Engine Companies, Helitack Crews, and Overhead.
Photo: Stuart Palley
SHIFT
Fully adjustable Fire Yoke telescopes to fit any torso length
Daisy chains over shoulder pads for hanging accessories and other goods
Haul handle on upper yoke can also double as location for hanging fiber tape and flagging
Triple-Spade system and web is color coded and securely attaches SHIFT Modules to SHIFT in seconds All body-facing components built with spacer mesh materials for moisture transfer and body heat dispersion
150 cu-in storage pocket for headlamp, batteries, snacks, and other essential gear
Storage sheath keeps three fusees fully enclosed yet accessible
SHIFT SYSTEM / ENGINE / IA
Fire Belt Light system features re-direct 1.5” webbing and PALS web for MOLLE accessories 3M™ reflective Fire Shelter can be set up for right or lefthanded deployment
Operational Load Shelf helps haul hosepacks, SHIFT modules, and other equipment
SHIFT
SHIFT Cal Spec
Weight:
1.5 kg (3.4 lbs)
1.77 kg (3.9 lbs)
Vol:
150 cu-in storage pocket, 3-Fusee sheath & Fire Shelter compartment
Size:
XS S
Price:
$185
M
L XL
XS S
M
L XL
$250
Light and fast, this is our most streamlined Fire Pack. NFPA categorizes it as PPE, we call it Load Carrying Equipment. It’s both plus so much more: a pack prepared for that wind shift when your fire crests the hill and starts spotting a mile out. A simple and burly IA tool that works with the PLUS 900 and PLUS MEDIC for extended attack, single resource assignments, and mission-specific versatility. 8
Photo: Stuart Palley SHIFT SYSTEM / ENGINE / IA
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PLUS 900 SHIFT MODULE The Module that transforms your Shift into a Hotshot size extended attack pack.
Haul handle on upper yoke can also double as location for hanging fiber tape and flagging
Wing pockets hold up to three fuel bottles, three water bottles (40oz Hydroflask®, FSS bottle) or one 64oz Hydroflask® growler per side
Main compartment has three interior stretch-woven pockets Internal hydration sleeve
Wing pockets low-cut front enables firefighter to reach fuel and water bottles while wearing pack
Detail pocket for headlamp, batteries, snacks, and other essential gear
SHIFT SYSTEM / ENGINE / IA
3M™ reflective MYSTERY RANCH Fire accessory lids compatible
Triple-Spade system and web is color coded and securely attaches PLUS 900 to SHIFT *SHIFT not included
BAG ONLY
SHIFT PLUS 900
SHIFT PLUS 900 Cal Spec
Weight:
1.5 kg (3.4 lbs)
2.6 kg (5.8 lbs)
2.86 kg (6.3 lbs)
Vol:
15 L (891 cu-in)
16 L (975 cu-in)
16 L (975 cu-in)
Size:
One Size
XS S
Price:
$140
$315
M
L XL
XS S
M
L XL
$380
Our modular system is designed with open-ended capability to facilitate problem solving in the operational fire environment. Whether it’s a 36 hour IA shift that takes you from the truck to the mountain top or a two week assignment out of region or county, the SHIFT PLUS 900 has your back. Replacing the Hot Spot + Crewbag and IA frame, our redesigned system shifts from simple, streamlined IA tool to large, full-featured pack for extended attack, single resource assignments, and mission-specific versatility. 10
PLUS MEDIC SHIFT MODULE The Module that transforms your Shift into a Wildland Medic Pack. Zippered lid pocket gives easy access to personal gear and small items like headlamps, flagging, and batteries
270º zipper opening fully splays open the bag for main compartment access
Modified front Stick It with zippered compartment for personal/ sustainment gear and zippered administrative pocket
Wing pockets hold up to three fuel bottles, three water bottles (40oz Hydroflask®, FSS bottle) or one 64oz Hydroflask® growler per side
Wing pockets low-cut front enables firefighter to reach fuel and water bottles while wearing pack
3M™ reflective
External, full-length zippered docs sleeve
MYSTERY RANCH Fire accessory lids compatible
Velcro® area for removable medical patches Triple-Spade system and web is color coded and securely attaches PLUS MEDIC to SHIFT
INTERIOR *Shift not included Two small and two large clamshell-style internal, removable pockets with vinyl windows that Velcro® in place have color coded-handles and removable label strips for quick recognition
Two 1000 ml IV pockets with clear vinyl windows Internal hydration sleeve
Full-length, internal zippered sleeve for neck brace
BAG ONLY
SHIFT PLUS MEDIC
Weight:
2.7 kg (5.9 lbs)
4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
Vol:
23 L (1404 cu-in)
23 L (1405 cu-in)
Size:
One Size
XS S
Price:
$350
$499
M
Internal shear pocket with underlying area for surgical gloves
L XL
A scaled down version of our larger medical pack (the FEMP), the PLUS MEDIC works with our Shift System allowing you to carry medical kit when you need it. The Plus Medic was designed to allow quick access to your organized medical supplies. The main compartment opens all the way so you can get to the removable pockets, but this pack also features dedicated pockets for hydration, notebooks, shears and gloves. SHIFT SYSTEM / ENGINE / IA
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HOT SPEED
Fully adjustable Fire Yoke telescopes to fit any torso length
Haul handle on upper yoke can also double as location for hanging fiber tape and flagging
Daisy chains over shoulder pads for hanging accessories and other goods
All body-facing components built with spacer mesh materials for moisture transfer and body heat dispersion
SHIFT SYSTEM / ENGINE / IA
Zip-access to 250 cu-in storage pocket for headlamp, batteries, snacks, and other essential gear Storage sheath keeps three fusees fully enclosed yet accessible Low-profile admin pocket for notebooks, maps, IAPs
Dedicated compartment in lumbar includes HYDRAPAK® 3.1L OHY Hydration Reservoir – insulated all-black hose, bite valve hardware, and dust cover
3M™ reflective Fire Belt Light system features re-direct 1.5” webbing and PALS web for MOLLE accessories MYSTERY RANCH Fire accessory lids compatible
Fire Shelter can be set up for right or lefthanded deployment
HOT SPEED Cal Spec
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Weight:
1.5 kg (3.2 lbs)
Vol:
8 L (458 cu-in)
Size:
XS S
Price:
$225
M
L XL
Stripped to the essentials then rebuilt as PPE with Health and Safety as top priorities, the HOT SPEED is all-inclusive and IA ready. Designed to meet the specific needs of Engine Companies, Helitack Crews, and Overhead, this sleek pack drops the hydration reservoir into the lumbar, maximizing ventilation while freeing valuable upper-back real estate for hosepacks, saw packs, and bladder bags.
DOUBLE DRAGON NEW
Grab handles on both top and bottom for uphill and downhill carry Fully featured hose pack with reversible shoulder straps to allow for bottom and top payout
Horseshoe mouth controls hose payout and eliminates hangups
Stiff foam exterior to easily pack and payout hose in the field or at the station
Padded bolsters on the back panel for comfort and improved ventilation
Internal divider for multiple diameter hoses
Low profile shoulder pads designed to lay securely over line gear
Nozzle attachment for quick deployment
Interior
Back
DOUBLE DRAGON Weight:
1.6 kg (3.58 lbs)
Vol:
20 L (1220.5 cu-in)
Size:
17” x 18” x 7.5”
Price:
$110
A hosepack for progressive hoselays. Hose lays are hard work, no matter what the fuel type or region. We designed our Hosepack to carry a range of hoselay styles, be it a Smokey or Travis, a Lake George, an internally packed variation on a Gasner or Jarbo, or simple rolls. We’ve fit up to 200’ of 1.5” and 100’ of 1” hose into this shell, while built-in bolsters provide airflow and stability.
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THE
BACKBONE SERIES Created to educate the public on the sacrifice and work that goes into responding to the wildland fire environment.
The MYSTERY RANCH Fire Line is founded on the backs of a professional workforce whose primary duties are the suppression and management of wildland fires. These men and women are trained and built for their mission. They ask for very little yet serve the American public, lead from the front, and risk their lives to protect public lands, lives, and private property. To recognize the efforts of these men and women, MYSTERY RANCH would like to introduce the Backbone Series. The Backbone Series will highlight the backs behind the packs – the faces that put on the packs and boots on the ground – the backbones of which the MYSTERY RANCH Fire Line and the Federal Fire Response has been built.
To fuel this educational campaign, we have created the MYSTERY RANCH Backbone Scholarship MYSTERY RANCH would like to solicit contributors for the Backbone Series and educate the public on the realities of a career in Wildland Fire – the good, the bad, and the ugly. In return, contributors will be eligible for the Backbone Scholarship. Join us on this journey as MYSTERY RANCH leads from the front to learn more about the Forestry Technicians, Supervisory Forestry Technicians, Firefighters, and Wildland Firefighters that put their lives, families, and well-being on the line. Visit mysteryranch.com/backbone-series to learn more.
Our intent is to educate and inform the public of what makes this job so fulfilling and where challenges lie for those who have chosen this profession. We will recognize the men and women who wear our packs daily and those who have for the last time – our valued fallen.
SPECIAL EDITION BACKBONE PACKS To fund the scholarship, we have taken two of our top-selling everyday carry packs – the URBAN ASSAULT 21 and the 3-WAY BRIEFCASE – and built them in “wildfire black” with great intent to create a scholarship fund called “The Backbone Scholarship” to support and assist in the education of seasonal Forestry Technicians that want to further their careers in fire or outside of fire. These $1000 scholarships will help the men and women that go above and beyond in the off-season. Fire Classes, medical training, and college education aren’t cheap. Countless men and women work for Federal Land Management Agencies as Forestry Technicians and seek to better themselves in the off-season to compete for permanent appointments. Some individuals use fire as a means to assist with greater life goals and objectives. 10% of proceeds from these unique packs will fund the scholarship and winning contributors will receive a $1,000 scholarship. Winners will be selected anonymously throughout the duration of the campaign. These two special packs that support the scholarship will be available for purchase at mysteryranch.com and some of your local retailers in early 2021.
HOTSHOT / HANDCREW
HOTSHOTS / HANDCREW Tested over tens of thousands of overtime hours, cutting chain after chain of fireline, the workhorse of wildland packs enters its next decade of service with ergonomic improvements and even more durability.
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GO DEEP SLING NEW
Holds 100 Hotshot Flares for efficient and effective reloads during firing operations
Reload Accessory Bag (included)
Includes one RELOAD ACCESSORY BAG. Additional bags can be purchased to swap in/out flares when needed.
Adjustable shoulder strap easily slings over the shoulder and doubles as a bandolier for carrying 20 extra rounds Shoulder strap is removable for operating out of a vehicle, or worn as a banbolier independantly.
Two large zippered compartments for Pistol and accessory carry
Main zippered compartment holds 120 Hotshot Flares. Fits RELOAD ACCESSORY BAG for quick refills.
Small zippered compartments on each end for carrying blanks Front compartment for carrying bandolier when not in use
GO DEEP SLING Weight:
0.77 kg (1.7 lb)
Vol:
12.5 L (762.8 cu-in)
Size:
14” x 9.25” x 9”
Price:
$99
The MYSTERY RANCH GO DEEP SLING is a fully-featured firing bag designed to accommodate everything you need for firing operations. The adjustable shoulder strap easily slings over the shoulder and doubles as a bandolier for carrying extra rounds. The shoulder strap is removable for operating out of a vehicle, etc. The main zippered compartment comes with a reloading accessory bag to easily swap in/out additional flares. The pack features two large zippered compartments for Pistol and accessory carry and also has a smaller zippered compartment for carrying blanks. Built with burly 500D CORDURA® fabric and rugged YKK® zippers, this firing bag is built for many missions. HOTSHOT / HANDCREW 19
Choose Your Access
HOTSHOT / HANDCREW
HOTSHOT
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HOTSHOT
HOTSHOT TL
Zip-front panel load
Top load
HOTSHOT Fully adjustable Fire Yoke telescopes to fit any torso length Haul handle on upper yoke can also double as location for hanging fiber tape and flagging
Sliplocks on shoulder pads for adding saw pad and MR Talk Box accessories
Included Hotshot Lid provides 300 cu-in of storage, featuring low profile admin pocket with pen slots
All body-facing components built with spacer mesh materials for moisture transfer and body heat dispersion
Wing pockets hold up to three fuel bottles, three water bottles (40oz Hydroflask®, FSS bottle) or one 64oz Hydroflask® growler per side
Internal stretch-woven hydration sleeve with porting Fusees fully zip away for rotor-wing crew shuttles
Wing pockets low-cut front enables firefighter to reach fuel and water bottles while wearing pack
Zip-front, panel load access to main compartment allows versatility, visibility for organization, and additional internal pocketry
3M™ reflective External detail pocket gives easy access to small items like headlamps, flagging, and batteries
Fire Belt system features 2” re-direct webbing and PALS web for MOLLE accessories Lower lid-attach system secures two fuel bottles, giving a carry option where H2O contamination is a concern
Low-riding lumbar design for efficiency during ground-level work
Included Hot Shelter Case Molle can be set up for right or left-handed deployment and slants away from the body to prevent shelter slap and chafe
HOT SHOT
HOT SHOT Cal Spec
Weight:
2.8 kg (6.2 lbs)
3.18 kg (6.7 lbs)
Vol:
21 L (1269 cu-in)
21 L (1269 cu-in)
Size:
XS S
XS S
Price:
$299
M
L XL XXL
M
Interior
L XL XXL
$334
Over a long season on a Hotshot crew, engine, or helicopter, your fire pack becomes the one thing you can truly call your own. That’s why we redesigned our flagship HOT 3 and introduced the HOTSHOT. Adding key tailoring touches, features that improve both comfort and function, and improved framing— because every cubic inch of a fire pack is gold to the firefighter wearing it. HOTSHOT / HANDCREW 21
HOTSHOT TL Fully adjustable Fire Yoke telescopes to fit any torso length Haul handle on upper yoke can also double as location for hanging fiber tape and flagging
Sliplocks on shoulder pads for adding saw pad and MR Talk Box accessories All body-facing components built with spacer mesh materials for moisture transfer and body heat dispersion
Included Hotshot Lid provides 300 cu-in of storage, featuring low profile admin pocket with pen slots
Internal stretch-woven hydration sleeve with porting
Wing pockets hold up to three fuel bottles, three water bottles (40oz Hydroflask®, FSS bottle) or one 64oz Hydroflask® growler per side
Draw-cord, top-load shroud access to main compartment allows maximum volume, extreme overloads, and internal organization
Wing pockets low-cut front enables firefighter to reach fuel and water bottles while wearing pack
Fusees fully zip away for rotor-wing crew shuttles Low-riding lumbar design for efficiency during ground-level work
Pinstripe 3M™ reflective
HOTSHOT / HANDCREW
Lower lid-attach system secures two fuel bottles, giving a carry option where H2O contamination is a concern
Fire Belt system features 2” re-direct webbing and PALS web for MOLLE accessories
External detail pocket gives easy access to small items like headlamps, flagging, and batteries
Included Hot Shelter Case Molle can be set up for right or left-handed deployment and slants away from the body to prevent shelter slap and chafe
BAG ONLY
HOTSHOT TL Cal Spec
Weight:
2.5 kg (5.6 lbs)
2.77 kg (6.1 lbs)
Vol:
23 L (1400 cu-in)
23 L (1400 cu-in)
Size:
XS S
XS S
Price:
$299
M
L XL XXL
M
Top-loading shroud
L XL XXL
$334
Simplified brother of the HOTSHOT, our HOTSHOT TL (Top Load) is the next generation of the trusted HOT TOP—the gas-station on your back, your pillow for that 0400 dirtnap, the brother that carries what gets you to the next shift safe, strong, and healthy. It’s your home away from home, and built to last.
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SAW ACCESSORIES
SAW ACCESSORIES For sawyers and saw teams, welcome to the newest edition to the MYSTERY RANCH fire line. Our new line of Saw Accessories is designed with the end-user’s safety and protection in mind. These accessories bring a new meaning to Built for the Mission.
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SAW KIT NEW Smaller zippered compartment for smaller items like bar nuts, washers, sprockets, needle bearings, etc.
Rolls up for compact carry
Top handle allows for easy hand-carry and two webbing slots allow the kit to be easily cinched to the lid of your pack
Two zippered compartments for storing extra chains, etc.
1000D CORDURA® fabric for increased abrasion resistance to chains and sharp tools Multiple slots for files, raker gauges, scrench, tuning drivers, etc.
SAW ACCESSORIES
YKK® zippers
Interior
Rolled
SAW KIT
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Weight:
0.2 kg (0.45 lb)
Dims Unrolled:
15.25” x 10.5” x 3”
Dims Rolled:
10.5” x 3”
Price:
$35
The MYSTERY RANCH SAW KIT is the solution for organizing, storing, and protecting your saw tools and accessories. It features two zippered compartments for storing two extra chains or other necessities. There are also multiple Built with 1000D CORDURA® fabric; it is rugged enough to resist abrasion from chains and sharp tools.
SAW SHEATH NEW
Padded saw sheath for over-theshoulder chainsaw carry 500D CORDURA® fabric
Adjustable to fit bar lengths between 28” and 32”
Adjustable webbing strap and side release buckle for securing the sheath to the bar and saw
Easily attaches to MYSTERY RANCH Fire packs
Back
Cow oil leather (1.8mm) panel at the base for heat resistance to the muffler and that stands up to oil and gas and any sharp components
SAW SHEATH Weight:
0.39 kg (0.86 lb)
Dims:
42” x 6.5” x 0.5”
Price:
$55
The MYSTERY RANCH SAW SHEATH is designed for over-the-shoulder chainsaw carry. Built with rugged 500D CORDURA® fabric and a cow oil leather (1.8mm) panel at the base to protect against heat from the muffler and stands up to oil and gas and any sharp components, the saw sheath is genuinely built for any mission you throw at it. Adjustable to fit bar lengths between 28” and 32” and features adjustable webbing strap and side release buckle for securing the sheath to the bar and saw, it easily attaches to MYSTERY RANCH Fire packs. SAW ACCESSORIES 27
HOTSHOT / HANDCREW
CARGO Internal organization and versatile carry options make the MYSTERY RANCH Fire Cargo line an essential piece of the traveling fire fighter. Built-in and compressible laundry bag allows for quarantine of dirties and organization over a long few weeks living in a tent. Backpack straps allow for packing out of spike camp and other long distance carriage.
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MONSTER TRUCK NEW
Two interior stretch mesh pockets on inner face of lid allow organization of small items like books, illumination devices, toiletries, and other personals Horseshoe shaped zipper access to main compartment Multiple grab points on top, bottom, and sides
Top web buckle strap for attaching overloads ID window for contact card or Red Card Top zipper access to segregated and compressible laundry bag that quarantines dirties
Left and right pull handles
Zippered small exterior pocket for small accessories and quick access items Four compression straps minimize form factor when not fully loaded
Bag easily detaches from wheeled aluminum frame for easy stowage in a truck
Designed to comply with commercial airline regulations of 62 maximum linear inches for checked Rugged wheeled duffel with detachable welded aluminum frame for conversion into a standard duffel
Interior
MONSTER TRUCK Weight:
4.4 kg (9.8 lbs)
Vol:
128.2 L (7825 cu-in)
Dims:
34.5” x 19.5” x 15”
Price:
$375
A wheelie built to our bomb-proof standards, the MONSTER TRUCK is a high volume duffel bag with low-profile compression. The duffel is easily removable from its sturdy yet light aluminum frame, and the heavy-duty, large diameter, off-road wheels will get you to your final destination. Best of all, a segregated laundry bag keeps your dirties quarantined.
CARGO
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FLIGHT MONSTER Stowable haul handles for traditional carry
Orange web indicates harnessing carry-option components
Zippered, full length side pockets ideal for tent, sleeping pad, or other storage needs
Stowable backpack straps allow for carrying over long distances and packing out of spike camp Horseshoe shaped zipper access to main compartment
ID window for contact card or Red Card
Four compression straps minimize form factor when not fully loaded
CARGO
Stowable padded duffel-style shoulder strap included for carrying versatility
Stretch mesh pocket on inner face of lid allow organization of small items like books, illumination devices, toiletries, and other personals
Segregated and compressible laundry bag quarantines dirties
FLIGHT MONSTER
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Weight:
2.3 kg (5 lbs)
Vol:
107 L (6548 cu-in)
Size:
31” x 17” x 14”
Price:
$185
Designed to comply with commercial airline regulations of 62 maximum linear inches for checked baggage and to meet the travel needs of Hotshots and all other module types, the FLIGHT MONSTER is a high volume duffel bag with low-profile compression. Multiple carry options stow for streamlined transport, whether by road or air, and the bag itself rolls to stow small when not in use. Best of all, a segregated, compressible laundry bag keeps your dirties quarantined.
MONSTER Horseshoe shaped zipper access to main compartment
Stowable backpack straps allow for carrying over long distances and packing out of spike camp
Orange web indicates harnessing carry-option components
ID window for contact card or Red Card Stowable padded duffel-style shoulder strap included for carrying versatility Sleeping bag compartment can alternately function as boots and shoes storage; floating construction allows main compartment to expand or contract depending on packing Long exterior side pockets can fit certain sleeping pads, small tent, flip flops, or other long, low-profile items
Stowable haul handles for traditional carry Four compression straps minimize form factor when not fully loaded
Two stretch mesh pockets on inner face of lid allow organization of small items like books, illumination devices, toiletries, and other personals
Sleeping bag compartment can alternately function as boots and shoes storage; floating construction allows main compartment to expand or contract
Interior sleeves keep socks, underwear, and other small goods organized
MONSTER Weight:
1.9 kg (4.2 lbs)
Vol:
58 L (3564 cu-in)
Size:
27” x 15” x 11”
Price:
$165
This is gear that needs to fly, spike out, and pack-out; load on the mule-train, ride four deep in the truck, strap on a Type 6, shove into a compartment on the bus. When you’re clocking a thousandplus overtime hours in six months, living out of a bag can get disorganized, dirty—even confusing— the MYSTERY RANCH MONSTER is the solution.
CARGO
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HOTSHOT / HANDCREW
MEDICAL On the fireline in a medical emergency, every second counts. That’s why the MYSTERY RANCH medic specific bags were designed around quick access, organization, and comfort.
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FEMP Fully adjustable Fire Yoke telescopes to fit any torso length 270º zipper fully splays open the bag for main compartment access
Includes BIG LID 10
Modified front Stick It with zippered compartment for personal/sustainment gear and zippered administrative pocket (pencil, notepad, etc.)
Daisy chains over shoulder pads for hanging accessories and other goods
All body-facing components built with spacer mesh materials for moisture transfer and body heat dispersion
External, full-length zippered docs sleeve
Fusees fully zip away for rotor-wing crew shuttles Wing pockets low-cut front enables firefighter to reach fuel and water bottles while wearing pack
3M™ reflective
Velcro® area for Removable Medic Patch
Low-riding lumbar design for efficiency during ground-level work, whether sawyer, swamper, or scraper
Included Hot Shelter Case Molle can be set up for right or left-handed deployment and is slanted to avoid shelter slap and chafe
Fire Belt system features 2” re-direct webbing and PALS web for MOLLE accessories Sides and bottom of main bag are padded to protect contents
Two small and two large clamshell-style internal, removable pockets with vinyl windows that Velcro® in place have color coded-handles and removable label strips for quick recognition
Internal hydration sleeve
Two 1000 ml IV pockets with clear vinyl windows Full-length, internal zippered sleeve for neck brace Internal shears pocket with underlying area for surgical gloves
FEMP Weight:
3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)
Vol:
30 L (1831 cu-in)
Size:
XS S
Price:
$499
M
L XL
For the dedicated Fireline Paramedic or Fireline EMT, the FEMP was designed to allow quick access to all of your medical equipment, with enough additional space for your personal gear and admin goodies. The main compartment splays open, allowing full access to the removable pockets so that you can work out of the pack. Every square inch of this pack was designed with function in mind— dedicated pockets for hydration, documents, shears, gloves, etc. The Big Lid 10 is the icing on the cake, with 10 liters of space for all your extras. MEDICAL
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PLUS MEDIC SHIFT MODULE The Module that transforms your Shift into a Wildland Medic Pack. Zippered lid pocket gives easy access to personal gear and small items like headlamps, flagging, and batteries
270º zipper opening fully splays open the bag for main compartment access
Modified front Stick It with zippered compartment for personal/ sustainment gear and zippered administrative pocket
Wing pockets hold up to three fuel bottles, three water bottles (40oz Hydroflask®, FSS bottle) or one 64oz Hydroflask® growler per side
Wing pockets low-cut front enables firefighter to reach fuel and water bottles while wearing pack
3M™ reflective
External, full-length zippered docs sleeve
MYSTERY RANCH Fire accessory lids compatible
Velcro® area for removable medical patches MEDICAL
Triple-Spade system and web is color coded and securely attaches PLUS MEDIC to SHIFT
INTERIOR *Shift not included Two small and two large clamshell-style internal, removable pockets with vinyl windows that Velcro® in place have color coded-handles and removable label strips for quick recognition
Two 1000 ml IV pockets with clear vinyl windows Internal hydration sleeve
Full-length, internal zippered sleeve for neck brace
BAG ONLY
SHIFT PLUS MEDIC
Weight:
2.7 kg (5.9 lbs)
4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
Vol:
23 L (1404 cu-in)
23 L (1405 cu-in)
Size:
One Size
XS S
Price:
$315
$499
M
Internal shear pocket with underlying area for surgical gloves
L XL
A scaled down version of our larger medical pack (the FEMP), the PLUS MEDIC works with our Shift System allowing you to carry medical kit when you need it. The Plus Medic was designed to allow quick access to your organized medical supplies. The main compartment opens all the way so you can get to the removable pockets, but this pack also features dedicated pockets for hydration, notebooks, shears and gloves. 34
MED LID
Quick-Attach buckles allow integration to most MR packs even other pack brands
Document pocket with pen slots Built-in and stowable waist belt/ shoulder sling
Removable Red Cross Medic Patch (Velcro®) included
Velcro® label strips can take paper strips, grease pencil, or sharpie
Compartmentalized for each medic to customize access and organization
Double-clamshell design for at-a-glance access to everything
Orange liner material
MED LID shown on Hotshot pack, replacing the standard lid.
MED LID Weight:
0.6 kg (1.4 lbs)
Vol:
7.4 L (450 cu-in)
Size:
10” x 12” x 6.75”
Price:
$99
This one took time. After being poked, prodded, and pushed for a few years by our Hotshot crews (one in particular—we won’t name names!), we undertook a thorough and patient field test and feedback process, placing a prototype with the medics of 5 different IHCs from diverse regions for a full fire season. We’re proud of the result—continuous, need-based, end-user focused innovation— all to solve problems faced by the guys and gals on the Line.
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ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORIES Our fire accessories were designed to help customize your fire pack whether quick access to essentials, extra volume, additional organization, or hydration solutions.
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NEW
NEW
MURSE
$20
NEW
FILL-IN
$39
RELOAD
$35
Weight:
0.07 kg (0.15 lb)
Weight:
0.29 kg (0.63 lb)
Weight:
0.19 kg (0.43 lb)
Dims:
6.75” x 5.25” x 0.5
Dims:
0.25” x 26” x 26”
Dims:
10.5” x 5” x6.5”
NEW
NEW
MEDIC PATCH
$7
NEW
SAW SHEATH
$55
SAW KIT
$35
Weight:
0.02 kg (0.05 lb)
Weight:
0.39 kg (0.86 lb)
Weight:
0.2 kg (0.45 lb)
Dims:
6” x 6”
Dims:
42” x 6.5” x 0 .5”
Dims Unrolled:
15.25” x 10.5” x 3”
Dims Rolled:
10.5” x 3”
LIDS
LIDS
HOTSHOT LID
$35
LIDS
MED LID
$99
BIG LID 10
Weight:
0.2 kg (0.5 lb)
Weight:
0.6 kg (1.4 lb)
Weight:
0.36 kg (0.8 lb)
Vol:
5 L (305 cu-in)
Vol:
7.4 L (450 cu-in)
Vol:
10 L (610 cu-in)
Dims:
11” x 6.5” x 6”
Dims:
10” x 12” x 6.75”
Dims:
17” x 12” x 7”
$65
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BAG
BAG
PLUS 900
$140
COMMS
PLUS MEDIC
$315
TALK BOX
1.1 kg (2.5 lbs)
Weight:
2.7 kg (5.9 lbs)
Weight:
0.1 kg (0.2 lb)
Vol:
15 L (891 cu-in)
Vol:
23 L (1404 cu-in)
Vol:
Bendix King Radio
ACCESSORIES
Weight:
$40
COMMS
NEW
TALK BOX SHORT
$49
TECH HOLSTER
WAIST BELT
$29
FTW POUCH
Weight:
0.1 kg (0.2 lb)
Weight
0.1 kg (0.3 lb)
Weight:
0.1 kg (0.3 lb)
Vol:
One KNG handheld radio
Vol:
Fits most phones
Dims:
10” x 4” x 3.5”
WAIST BELT
$25
WAIST BELT
BELT BOX
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WAIST BELT
$25
$25
WAIST BELT
HOSE CLAMP HOLSTER
BOTTLE POCKET
Weight:
0.1 kg (0.3 lb)
Weight:
0.11 kg (0.24 lb)
Weight:
0.1 lb (0.2 lb)
Vol:
5 L (30 cu-in)
Vol:
6” x 4.5” x 2.5”
Vol:
0.8 L (50 cu-in)
$25
WAIST BELT
WAIST BELT
FUSEE HOLSTER
$25
SHELTER CASE HIP
Weight:
0.12 kg (0.27 lb)
Weight:
0.2 kg (0.4 lb)
Dims:
11.5” x 3.75” x 2”
Dims:
9” x 4” x 5.5”
$50
FIRE SHELTERS
SHELTER CASE BOTTOM - LEGACY
FIRE SHELTERS
$35
HOT SHELTER CASE MOLLE
Weight:
0.3 kg (0.6 lb)
Weight:
0.3 kg (0.6 lb)
Dims:
9” x 4” x 5.5”
Dims:
9” x 4” x 5.5”
HYDRATION
HYDRATION
HYDRO RESERVOIR INCLUDED
$65
$39
HYDRATION
HYDRAPAK 3.1 L OHY $35
HYDROFLASK
Weight:
0.2 kg (0.5 lb)
Weight:
0.2 kg (0.4 lb)
Weight:
0.45 kg (1 lb)
Dims:
13.5” x 5.75” x 4.5”
Vol:
3.1 L (105 fl oz)
Vol:
40 oz.
$40
ACCESSORIES
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REPLACEMENT PARTS ENGINE/ IA BUCKLE REPAIR KIT - CREW Weight:
1.1 kg (2.4 lbs)
Dims:
14” x 9”
ACCESSORIES
ENGINE/ IA BUCKLE REPAIR KIT - INDIVIDUAL Weight:
0.2 kg (0.4 lb)
Dims:
10” x 7.5”
HOTSHOT BUCKLE BUCKLE REPAIR KIT - CREW Weight:
1.2 kg (2.6 lbs)
Dims:
14” x 9”
HOTSHOT BUCKLE BUCKLE REPAIR KIT - INDIVIDUAL
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Weight:
0.2 kg (0.4 lb)
Dims:
10” x 7.5”
$100
$50
$100
$50
HARNESSING & WAISTBELTS Like Voltron, multiple elements combine and work in concert to form a system greater than the sum of its parts. The Fire-specific yoke features our patented Futura adjustment system that telescopically adjusts to any user’s torso length, and houses a framesheet/adjuster whose aircraft-grade 7075 Aluminum stay is pre-curved to match the contour of the upper back. In the body of the bag, HDPE plastic backed by a vertically mounted fiberglass rod form the foundation of the framing, bridging between the yoke and the structure of the Fire belt. A patented lumbar system ties into the structured wings of the belt, completing load transfer through the body to anchor in the hips and core.
FIRE YOKE Size:
XS/S
$35
Dims:
(13” - 18”)
S/M
(15” - 20”)
L/XL
(17” - 24”)
HOTSHOT / HOTSHOT TL WAISTBELT Size:
XS/S
Dims:
(26” - 32”)
S/M
(31” - 36”)
M/L
(35” - 40”)
L/XL
(39” +)
HOT SPEED & SHIFT SYSTEM WAISTBELT Size:
XS/S
Dims:
$35
$35
(26” - 32”)
S/M
(31” - 36”)
M/L
(35” - 40”)
L/XL
(39” +)
ACCESSORIES
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NON-PROFIT SUPPORT As long as MYSTERY RANCH has made backpacks, we’ve always sought ways to contribute to substantive issues, groups, causes, initiatives, organizations… that are doing the real work, fighting the good fight, helping those who – in our humble opinion – genuinely deserve support. In short, we’ve sought out philanthropic connections that are way more important than any of our highly engineered backpacks.
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HOTSHOT ASSOCIATION U.S. HOTSHOTS ASSOCIATION is an organization with a specific mission: to support, promote, protect, and preserve all Hotshot Crews and Hotshot Crewmembers — current, former, and future. Dedicated to preserving the rich history of the U.S. Hotshot program, committed to mentorship, and intended to support of special and dire needs, the USHA has also formed with an intent to directly influence innovation and advancement across the major quarters of Wildland Fire culture, policy, and operations: Safety, Leadership, Suppression, and Management. ushotshots.com
THE AMERICAN WILDFIRE EXPERIENCE The American Wildfire Experience (AWE) is a small non-profit rooted in understanding, examining, and telling the story of wildland fire. Through multimedia storytelling, oral histories, and other projects and initiatives, AWE works to facilitate dialogue, communication, and education around the challenges and opportunities of our current wildland fire situation in the United States. We believe that sharing scientific data and knowledge tied together with human experience is the best way to tell the story of wildland fire and to have an impact on the way in which wildland fire burns across both our social and ecological landscapes. wildfire-experience.org
WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER FOUNDATION Wildland Firefighter Foundation’s main focus is to help families of firefighters killed in the line of duty and to assist injured firefighters and their families. We honor and acknowledge past, present, and future members of the wildland firefighting community, and partner with private and interagency organizations to bring recognition to wildland firefighters. wffoundation.org
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FIRE CREW PATCHES Want to see your crew among the ranks of the MYSTERY RANCH Fire Elite? If your crew is using MR gear, let us know your crew name, the packs you use, how long you’ve used them, and your station address, and we’ll put your patch up on the map.
HOTSHOT / HANDCREW
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FEATURES & SIZING Many of the MYSTERY RANCH fire packs have these features. The Fire-specific yoke, featuring our patented Futura system, telescopically adjusts to any torso length and promotes ventilation. They also feature a re-direct waist belt system that secures in a natural, forward pull direction that requires less effort to tighten and with patented features and construction methods, the waist belt cants and conforms over the hips to effectively transfer and distribute the weight eliminating slippage down over the hips.
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Fire Yoke - Specifically designed 2” narrower than our standard Futura yoke to maximize ventilation without compromising load carriage comfort.
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External fuel bottle carriage - This option allows for separation of fuel and water (Hotshot & Hotshot TL packs).
3.
Haul loop handle - Also doubles as hardhat hanger or a location for additional tape/ flagging rolls.
4.
Admin pocket - For notebooks, IAP, pens/pencils, maps, IRPG.
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Fusees zip away - Secure storage of fusees for rotor-wing transport.
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Wing pockets - Wing pockets hold up to three fuel bottles, three water bottles (40oz Hydroflask®, FSS bottle) or one 64oz Hydroflask® growler per side.
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Angled pack bottom - Keeps fire shelter off the butt and thighs while compression eliminates shelter motion.
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Low-cut tailoring - Wing pockets low-cut front enables firefighter to reach fuel and water bottles while wearing pack.
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MOLLE accessory attachment
10. Incorporated hydration - 100+ oz. on CAL FIRE spec models. 11. S-curve shoulder pads - Ergonomically shaped to the torso and keep straps out of armpits while working. 12. Wicking material - On all body contact faces – transports heat and moisture away from the body.
Unisex Sizing XS
S
L
XL
Torso
Waist
Torso
Waist
Torso
Waist
Torso
Waist
Torso
Waist
13 - 18 in
26 - 32 in
15 - 20 in
26 - 32 in
15 - 20 in
31 - 36 in
17 - 24 in
35 - 40 in
17 - 24 in
39+ in
33 - 46 cm
66 - 81 cm
38 - 51 cm
66 - 81 cm
38 - 51 cm
79 - 92 cm
43 - 61 cm
89 - 102 cm
43 - 61 cm
100+ cm
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