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Arete Meat Hauler Frame
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
16 Reviews
$259.99
The Arete Meat Hauler Frame is a brand-new design, built from the ground up. It's lightweight and incredibly strong, designed for carrying loads of up to 50kg and providing unparalleled comfort. The body-mapped curvature of the Meat Hauler and next-gen padding set the Arete up for maximum stability and stamina while hauling a wide variety of weight and bulk.
It incorporates 4 separate aluminium stays to provide contoured strength and stability across the full width of the frame. The XLADDER™ Chassis is a carefully crafted shape that allows the weight to be distributed in a more even manner across the hips, back and shoulders, resulting in increased comfort and increased carrying capacity for the user.
The next-gen dual-density padding marks a new level of weight to support. This amazing new padding hugs the contact points in a more even manner for better weight distribution. This has allowed us to shape both the hip belt and back supports into a more ergonomic shape offering greater support to a wider range of body shapes. This layout includes our Foam Flow™ design which leaves open channels between contact points for fresh air to pass easily over your back and vent out heat and sweat.
The Arete Meat Hauler Frame length is fully customisable for different body lengths. A locking frame height adjustment system means you only have to set it up once for your height, lock it, and it will stay set.
All the tension points across the frame are reinforced for additional strength and all the hardware is Duraflex® made, the industry leader in bomb-proof buckles and ladder locks (webbing and strap adjusters).
Finally, the integrated meat shelf has been carefully crafted to place heavy meat loads in the optimal position. This locks the weight snugly to the frame body and close to your spine for an energy-efficient, comfortable, and safer pack out.
The core of the Arete pack system, the Arete Meat Hauler Frame is a piece of premium design and engineering built to make the uncomfortable task of carrying weight and bulk over long distances, the best experience it can be.
- Lightweight; incredibly strong
- Carrying capacity of up to 50kg
- Body-mapped design
- Next-gen dual-density padding
- FoamFlow™ cooling
- XLADDER™ Chassis
- Customisable fit
- Integrated Meat Shelf
- Duraflex® Hardware
- Reinforced connection points
- Weight: 1.49kg
We ship within New Zealand only.
STANDARD DELIVERY
Orders are delivered within 2–5 working days of dispatch in off-peak periods. During peak periods, such as Christmas and sale events, dispatch may take longer. During major sale events, please allow an extra 4–5 working days for dispatch.
We use trusted New Zealand couriers, including NZ Post/ Courier Post and Post Haste.
DELIVERY RATES
• Orders under $199.99: Standard $9.99 | Same Day Wellington $19.98 | Same Day Auckland & Christchurch $24.99
• Orders $199.99 and over: Standard FREE | Same Day Wellington $9.99 | Same Day Auckland & Christchurch $14.99
SAME DAY DELIVERY
Same day delivery is available in selected postcodes in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch through NZ Post's Express Tonight network, with delivery between 6pm and 9pm, Monday to Friday. If your address is eligible, you'll see the option at checkout.
Order cut-off times:
• Auckland: 10am
• Christchurch: 10am
• Wellington: 2pm
Orders placed after the cut-off will be delivered the next business day.
Available for selected postcodes:
Wellington: 5010, 5011, 5012, 5022, 5024, 6011, 6012, 6021, 6022, 6023, 6035, 6037
Auckland: 0600, 0602, 0610, 0614, 0618, 0620, 0622, 0624, 0626, 0627, 0629, 0630, 0632, 0814, 1011, 1021, 1022, 1023, 1024 ,1025, 1026, 1041, 1050, 1051, 1052, 1060, 1061, 1062, 1071, 1072, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2102, 2103, 2104, 2105, 2110, 2112
Christchurch: 8011, 8013, 8014, 8022, 8023, 8024, 8025, 8041, 8042, 8051, 8052, 8053, 8061, 8062, 8081, 8083
WARRANTIES
These policies don't affect your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act.
1. 1 YEAR WARRANTY
If your Hunters Element product has a manufacturer's fault within one year of purchase, we’ll repair or replace it free of charge. This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act, which may give you a repair, replacement, or refund beyond one year depending on the product and the fault.
2. WARRANTY ISSUES
If your product has a manufacturer defect, please contact us with photos of the fault and your order number or proof of purchase.
3. LIFETIME EXTENDED WARRANTY
We know hunting is tough on gear. If your kit gets damaged, we'll help sort it out. If it's torn or punctured, we'll repair it where we can for a small fee, with more complex repairs costing a little more. To keep your gear in top shape, see our Product Care Guide.
RETURNS
4. INCORRECT MERCHANDISE
5. SIZING RETURNS & EXCHANGES
If you've ordered online and need a different size, you can return your item through our returns portal. Items must be in brand-new condition with swing tags attached. We'll process your refund or exchange once we receive your item. Please allow extra time during peak and sale periods. We reserve the right to refuse exchanges or returns that don't meet these conditions. This doesn’t affect your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act.
6. MYSTERY BUNDLES
Mystery bundles are final sale and can't be returned for change of mind or sizing, so please order your usual size. This doesn’t affect your rights if an item is faulty.
7. HOW TO RETURN
8. SHIPPING & HANDLING
Shipping and handling charges aren’t refunded on change-of-mind returns or exchanges. If your item is faulty or we made an error with your order, we’ll cover reasonable return shipping.
94%would recommend these products
16 reviews
- Blair T.Verified Buyer3 minutes agoReviewingArete Bag & Meat Hauler Frame Combo 75L / DesolveRated 5 out of 5 starsTough pack
Great pack design for a week hiking. Excellent for meat load out through thick scrub. Can't wait to get the 45 for day trips for glassing in steep country. Definitely recommend for anyone doing multi day hunts and load out.
- Will K.Verified Buyer3 weeks agoReviewingArete Bag & Meat Hauler Frame Combo 25L / DesolveRated 4 out of 5 starsArete 25L & meat hauler
Frame, harness & rifle scabbard system awesome, keeps weight close to back & very stable. Only improvement would be to somehow make top of pack more streamlined as it sticks up quite a bit & gets caught up when ducking under logs & supple jack etc. when you are sneaking through the tight stuff! Looking forward to getting the 75L for multiday hunts.
Nice work team!
- Michael N.Verified Buyer2 months agoReviewingArete Meat Hauler Frame BlackRated 5 out of 5 starsArete Meat Hauler Frame
This Arete Meat Hauler Frame is a real game changer !
- Michael N.Verified Buyer2 months agoReviewingArete Bag 45 Desolve / 45LRated 5 out of 5 starsArete Bag 45
Best pack I have ever used !!
- Tom2 months agoReviewingArete Bag 75Rated 5 out of 5 starsYep
Look no further, spend the money and get what you're really after.
SUSTAINABILITY PROMISE
EXPLORE
When you buy Hunters Element products, you are choosing to support the industry leader in social and environmentally sustainable practices. We are committed to making a real change, from eliminating plastic bags and using recycled cardboard for packaging to sourcing low-emission crafted materials and more. We also use PFC-free durable water repellent!