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Kelty Red Cloud Backpack - 5000-6650cu in
My buddy wants to go on a 4 day summit of Mt.Ranier. I've...
By Sam Morrow
Ranked #474 - Backpacks
December 27, 2010
My buddy wants to go on a 4 day summit of Mt.Ranier. I've never been on a trip like this and this pack seems like a great buy for its size at $140. Is it? Would you recommend this pack for someone just getting started in weekend long climbing trips? It says that there's no rain cover, does that imply that its not waterproof? Thank you.
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Chris Wynja
Ranked #13 - Backpacks
December 28, 2010
The Red Cloud is not really a climbing pack but will work in a pinch. The top lid comes off so you could shed some weight and bulk if you need to. The fabric is water resistant but not water proof. It'll shed water for a while but if you plan on being in the rain a lot, get a pack cover, it's worth every penny.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 600D Polyester
- Volume:
- [5000] 5000cu in (82L); [5600] 5600cu in (92L); [6650] 6650cu in (109L)
- Suspension:
- 2 I-Beam stays, frame sheet
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Range:
- [5000] 13-19in (33-48cm); [5600] 16-22in (41-56cm); [6650] 16-22in (41-56cm)
- Detachable Pack:
- Yes
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- Pockets:
- [External] 2 side, 1 lid, 1 front; [Internal] 1 hydration
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 1
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [5000] 5lb 6oz (2.4g); [5600] 5lb 10oz (2.5kg); [6650] 6lb (2.7kg)
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, trekking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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