User Review: Kelty Redtail 1800

Kelty Redtail 1800
Above: The current Redtail 1800, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed July 25, 2006 by hippieboogers

Rating:
Design: Daypack
Size: 1800 cubic"
Number of Pockets: 3 external, lots of internal compartments, including soft spot for glasses
Max. Load Carried: around 20 lbs
Height of Owner: 5' 9"
Price Paid: $70

Great daypack. It's the perfect size for an all day outing, and compatible with the hydration system of your choice. The straps are fully adjustable to custom fit to your torso, which is good for me. I have a pretty short torso and most packs seem too big to me. It carries comfortably.

The downfall, as I found out while hiking in Acadia, is the internal frame. I had the bag adjusted incorrectly, I suppose. The support rod comes down on both sides and is against your back. The ends of the rod were relentlessly trying to skewer my "love-handles," if you will. After some adjustment on the trail I got the bag seated comfortably on back. Great bag, overall.