Envelope style canoe packs are the originals. Popular because they're big, will carry a lot, and are simpler to build than many other pack styles.
The Old No.3 works great, is built with reliability, and has stood the test of time. This heritage Canoe Pack is handcrafted in Duluth, Minnesota USA by the skilled tradespeople of Frost River.
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