User Review: Kelty Red Cloud 6650

Kelty Red Cloud 6650
Above: The current Red Cloud 6650, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed March 17, 2006 by gaanaya

Rating:
Design: top and front loading
Size: 6650
Number of Pockets: 5
Max. Load Carried: 65-70 lbs?
Height of Owner: 6'
Price Paid: $140

Being a Cub Scout Den Leader with two young sons of my own, I needed a massive load-hauler, even for overnights -- call me the "pack mule." The price of this pack was unbeatable--I found it on-line for sale at $140 delivered. It is loaded with features and can carry everything I need for my Den -- food, cooking gear, tent(s), first aid kit, etc., etc., etc. Pretty comfortable even with a giant load.

Extremely adjustable suspension. You will need to adjust the stays for the way you like to carry the pack; the first time I had it jammed up to about 65lbs, I had two preasure points at the waist where the stays were poking me; I adjusted them and had no problems on the next trip.

Pros: massive if you need it; lots of pockets/features; great price; good suspension; Kelty tough.

Cons: It is huge, but don't buy this unless you need a mega-pack and can fill it up. Heavy when empty. Could use an easier way to strap things to it vertically.