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Kelty - Redwing 40L Backpack - Women's

Kelty Redwing 40L Backpack - Women's

4Reviews
40% Off
$74.97 - $81.22 $124.95

Item #KEL004V

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Tech Specs

Material:
[body] 75D polyester, 150D polyester, [reinforcement] 420D polyester
Volume:
40L (2400cu in)
Support/Suspension:
LightBeam aluminum stay, HDPE framesheet, padded back panel
Shoulder Straps:
Hex Mesh
Waist Belt:
yes, removable
Hydration Compatible:
yes
Access:
top
Pockets:
2 side, 2 water bottle, 1 front organizer, 1 front stash, 1 top, 1 laptop
Gear Loops:
yes, hideaway daisy chain
Ice Axe Carry:
yes
Trekking Pole Carry:
yes
Compression:
yes
Dimensions:
23 x 14 x 12in
Claimed Weight:
2lb 10oz
Recommended Use:
hiking, backpacking
Manufacturer Warranty:
limited lifetime

Redwing 40L Backpack

It's tough to improve on a classic, but Kelty's managed to make the Redwing 40 Women's Backpack even better without adding all sorts of bells and whistles. Instead, it outfitted this overnighter with a new hydration sleeve that doubles as a laptop pocket when your travels are in the city instead of on the trail, and hooked up a new front pocket that makes it easy to stash a rain shell or fleece when you're on the move in variable conditions.

The rest of the Redwing is unchanged from the rugged polyester fabric, to the single LightBeam aluminum stay, and the strong but flexible HDPE framesheet. Coupled with the women's-specific suspension design, these features help stabilize your load and disperse weight between your shoulders and hips, while the breathable Hex Mesh backpanel, shoulder straps, and hip belt keep you cool when the trail is hot and dusty. You can also remove the hipbelt if you feel the need to go light and fast on your way to the summit, and stash your trekking poles and ice axes in the loops for easy scrambling. Kelty topped the Redwing off with pockets at the sides, front, and back for easy access to all your key gear, and even built in a hideaway daisy chain that lets you strap sleeping pads and wet layers onto the outside of your pack.

  • LightBeam aluminum suspension and HDPE framesheet
  • Hex Mesh back panel, shoulder straps, and hip belt
  • Removable hip belt
  • Dual-use laptop and hydration sleeve
  • Ice axe/trekking pole loops
  • Hideaway daisy chain
  • Side, water bottle, top, and front pockets

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40L is a small bag

  • Familiarity: I returned this product before using it
  • Fit: Runs small
  • Size Bought: 40L

So I was so excited about this pack. I read review after review and saw videos. This bag is way smaller than expected. It’s the size of a school back pack bag with a bunch of cool additives. For camping or traveling I think a bigger bag is necessary. Way to small. It’s not a bad bag but I didn’t feel it was a good size for traveling. Maybe a day on the slope, or to carry books around campus. Not camping!

Narrow straps

  • Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Overall it's a good pack but I wish I would've bought a unisex pack instead of the women's. I have not enjoyed the narrow straps

Awesome

  • Familiarity: I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

I bought this for my wife and it has turned out to be a great pack. It sports a lot of pockets which the wife much prefers to the stripped down packs that are to my liking. Despite all the pockets it is actually a light weight pack at 2.7 pounds.

I'm not sure this pack would be comfortable hauling heavy weight, but in the 20 pound range my wife finds it quite comfortable.

No complaints so far. Kelty always seems to turn out decent gear at a good price and sometimes remarkable gear for the price. This is one of those sometimes.

Kelty Redwing 40 Women's Overview

    Love this pack!

    • Familiarity: I've used it several times

    This pack is a perfect size for me- I use it as a commuter pack, I take it on weekend trips, and I even use it as a gym bag sometimes. I was looking for a pack that is a little bigger than a day pack, and the Redwing 40 is great. I also love that you can remove the hip belt. I had to call customer service to figure out how to do it, but it makes the pack more versatile.

    Kelty

    Packs
    Men's
     S/MM/LOne Size
    Torso Length

    16.5 - 18.5in

    (42 - 47cm)

    18.5 - 20.5in

    (47 - 52cm)

    15.5 - 21in

    (39 - 53cm)
    Women's
     One Size
    Torso Length

    14.5 - 18.5in

    (37 - 47cm)
    Teen
     One Size
    Torso Length

    13 - 19in

    (33 - 48cm)
    Junior
     One Size
    Torso Length

    14 - 18in

    (36 - 46cm)
    Kids'
     One Size
    Torso Length

    9 - 14in

    (23 - 36cm)
    How to Measure Your Torso:
    Measure your torso length by bending your head forward so your chin touches your chest. Feel for the most prominent bump at the back of your neck. Now measure from that point down to an imaginary line connecting the tops of your hips around your back. This works best with a partner's help.