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REI UL 45 Pack

REI UL 45 Pack

Average Rating: rated 4.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 5 Trailspace users

Description

The UL 45 Pack is an internal frame backpack made by REI. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 5 user reviews.

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From REI:
"REI's lightest weight extended weekend pack features a minimalist design to help you travel lighter with greater comfort! ActivMotion™ suspension keeps load balanced as you move; adjustable yoke, linked shoulder straps and hipbelt improves stability and comfort. Shoulder straps link behind the hipbelt, so load stays balanced even when you extend your arm overhead. Ultralight backpanel frame system is designed to carry the load with a minimum of parts and very little weight. Backpanel slides easily on pack's single center frame aluminum stay to fit torsos of varying lengths; mesh-covered to allow ventilation. Hipbelt angle can be adjusted on both sides to deliver the best fit; hipbelt sports two mesh pockets (one zippered) for easy access. Internal compression system pulls the load in with one tug, eliminating external straps and buckles; collar cinch-cord further stabilizes contents. Fully cinched internal compression cord and collar cinch cord turns front pocket into a daypack-size compartment for day trips and peak bagging. Inner sleeve holds your hydration reservoir (sold separately); dual ports allow tube to route over either shoulder. Zippered top pocket and large mesh side pockets let you stash items for quick access. Comes with simple, lightweight tool attachments and water-resistant external zippers. Revolutionary lightweight nylon is infused with silicone for strength and water-resistance; tough double-ripstop nylon is used in high-wear areas. Recommended load weight is a maximum of 36 to 40 lbs."

User Reviews

rated 1 of 5 stars Women's UL 45 Pack
Reviewed by Diane, Feb 22, 2009

"In one word: unreliable.

I loved this pack when I got it - the comfort, the weight, the price, everything. Then the pack disconnected itself from the waist-strap on day 18 of a 21-day hike while it was on my back. Take a look at it yourself, there is a rather precarious single-point of connection between the pack and waist."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's UL 45 Pack
Reviewed by strat1080, Jan 29, 2007

"I recently picked this up on sale at REI. I waited until I tried it out to see how I like it. I took it on a winter mountaineering trip over the weekend and so far I like the way this pack works. It is easy to attach a pair of trekking poles and my 2 liter Camelbak reservoir worked pretty well with this pack."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Women's UL 45 Pack
Reviewed by Jonathan Linn, Oct 15, 2006

"I bought this for my wife so that we could go backpacking together and it has worked great. I used it with my guy backpackers and it was amazing. There is a big differance between the men's and women's. The women's model has nearer shoulder straps for one thing."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's UL 45 Pack
Reviewed by Soloist, Oct 14, 2006

"It may look a little flimsy and easy to tear but trust me it's not. It handled quite nicely. REI added some new features to it so it moves with you in an unprecidented way. I'm not sure how to describe it. I compared many packs and this had the best pound per cu. in. ratio. This pack is a must have for all UltraLight backpackers."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's UL 45 Pack
Reviewed by notmyname, Apr 28, 2006

"This is a review of many packs. Utlimately I chose the REI UL 45.

I was taking a 17-day trip to Europe and my only luggage was one backpack. I compared the following backpacks:
'06 REI UL30,
'06 REI Catalyst 35L,
'06 REI UL45,
'05 Kelty Redwing 3100,
'06 Gregory Z Pack,
'06 Gregory G Pack,
'06 Osprey Atmos 50,
'06 Osprey Atmos 35

Testing:
First off I recommend REI for backpacks."

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