Kelty Red Cloud

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The Red Cloud is an internal frame backpack made by Kelty. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

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From Backcountry.com:
"When you need a pack for an extended trip that won't break your back or your wallet, the Kelty Red Cloud Backpack is where it's at. In addition to the cavernous main packbag, the lid of the Red Cloud comes off and converts to a hip pack for short side hikes and summit attempts. Two side pockets and a front organizer pocket keep your small essentials at the ready, and the venting back panel, shoulder straps, and hip belt keep you cool on hot summer slogs. The adjustable suspension helps you dial in the perfect fit, and the durable, 600D polyester fabric holds up to the rigors of multi-day mountain excursions."

From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Kelty Red Cloud Pack (Fall 2007) If you have what seems to be a truckload of gear, the Red Cloud Pack by Kelty is your ticket to hauling it. The extra pockets store all of the creature comforts, and the top lid converts to a fanny pack for side hikes.Specifications:Body Fabric: 420D nylon micro ripstopReinforcement Fabric: 600D polyester kodra and 500D nylon kodraFeatures:Top lid converts to a fanny packTop- and front-panel loadingSleeping bag compartmentZippered side pocketsZippered stash pocketDaisy chainIce-axe loopMesh water-bottle pocketsLash tabsHydration-compatibleSecurity pocketFleece-lined optics pocketSpindrift collarLarge front pocket with organizationSide compression strapsReservoir sleeveSuspension Features:Aluminum staysPadded two-layer shoulder strapsThree-layer padded ISO waistbeltAdjustable suspensionHDPE frame sheetPadded backpanelBreathable backpanel with SpacermeshLoad-lifter strapsSternum strapPadded 3-layer waistbeltBelt stabilizersScherer Cinch"

From Ramsey Outdoor:
"You can?t beat this combination of features, comfort and value for the recreational backpacker. Padded 2-layer shoulder straps HDPE frame sheet Padd..."

User Reviews

Men's Red Cloud (5500)
Reviewed by Mn, Oct 15, 2007

"Done some day hikes with this pack. Will eventually do longer and heavier hikes. Handled 20 to 30 pounds well.

To shrink the pack, mate the lid clip to the sleeping bag compartment compression clip and the pack compresses vertically automatically."

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Women's Red Cloud
Reviewed by Melissa Weiner, Apr 21, 2007

"I love this pack! I've taken it camping a number of times in the Boundary Waters (as well as traveling) and it's been great. Tons of space, pockets, etc. Adjustment was a bit difficult initially but once it was taken care of, it was great."

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Red Cloud
Reviewed by Rob Caughhorn, Apr 22, 1998

"I bought the Kelty Red Cloud as my first backpack and used it in the backcountry at Glacier National Park. I loved it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a durable, quality backpack at a low price."

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Red Cloud
Reviewed by Bill Mcghee, Dec 08, 1997

"I had my Red Cloud for about three years when it gave out on me. The fabric at the bottom end of the stay ripped out and let one of the stays fall out of the pack. Also, whenever I carried heavy loads in the rain the velcro tab that keeps the stays in at the top would break loose. Save your money and get a better pack if you plan on a lot of use."

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