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REI Trail 25 Pack
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The REI Trail pack transitions smoothly from the trail to the urban world. It's designed for comfort, effective organization and easy access to your gear.
- Removable hipbelt and sternum strap let you customize the pack to your needs
- Padded back panel features additional contact-point padding at scapula and lumbar region
- Foam-padded, curved shoulder straps feature soft edges and a sternum strap for comfort
- Panel-loading main compartment holds your essentials and includes a sleeve for a hydration reservoir (sold separately)
- Front pocket features a key-keeper clip and an organizer for compass, lip balm, wallet, sunglasses and other small essentials
- Side mesh pockets create convenient storage and on-the-go access to water bottle, sunscreen, snacks or small electronics
- Side compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying; clip loop acommodates an LED blinker light
- Recycled PET fabric offers durability for years of heavy use
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REI Trail 25 Pack Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (15)
- Good padding (12)
- Easy to load (9)
- Highly adjustable (5)
- Large capacity / good size (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Day trip (12)
- Hiking (12)
- Commuting (10)
- School (10)
- Office (7)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (9), Casual/ recreational (6)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Survivalist / minimalist (7), Comfort driven (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (14)
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Pros
- Comfortable
Cons
Best Uses
- Car Camping
- Commuting
- Cycling
- Day trip
- Hiking
- Office
- School
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
As others have indicated, this is a good bag if you want the backpack you carry around with you 95% of the time to also be comfortable during a day on the trail. I use it primarily to bike to and from work and for occasional weekend trips. On these, it sometimes unexpectedly ends up as my daypack.
I had the previous iteration of this pack for nearly three years (more on this later) and recently upgraded. The new version has some noticeable improvements: deeper pockets prevent things from falling out, an extra compartment improves organization, more places to strap things onto the bag, and generally more comfortable carry system. I can't speak to the durability of the new bag, but since its materials are similar to the old one in many places, I anticipate similar wear.
To me this bag's (and REI's equipment more generally) greatest strength is the guarantee. The laminated water treatment on the interior of my old bag gradually deteriorated to the point where I was concerned it would no longer protect my laptop in the rain. I went to REI and asked if there's anything they could do. They gave me what I paid for the new bag as credit for the new one, no fuss, no questions asked. (Thanks for the great service!)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Awesome Side Mesh Pockets
- Capacious For A Day Pack
Cons
- Straps Poorly Shaped
Best Uses
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
I tried to like this pack. For a couple of weeks, I used it for everything.
Ultimately, I could not make it comfortable. The shoulder straps are very well-padded, but they attach to the top of the pack at too wide an angle, causing them to lay across the periphery of my shoulders, rather than between my chest and shoulders (where most other packs fit). This restricted movement of my arms and led to fatigued shoulders after a day of walking around.
You can bring in the shoulder straps a bit with the sternum strap, but this makes it feel constrictive across my chest.
I am fairly skinny, and would not recommend this pack to someone with a slim build. It would work better for someone with a broad chest and wide-set shoulders. Ended up returning it for a Patagonia Refugio 28L, which fits much more comfortably.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Lightweight
Cons
- Weak Seams
Best Uses
- Car Camping
- Commuting
- Cycling
- Day trip
- Hiking
- Office
- School
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
The seams that connect the arm strap on the bottom are coming undone. This has made me uneasy because I have not even done any rigorous hiking yet. I am probably going to return it. Other than that problem, its been a good backpack, very comfortable.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Large capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Commuting
- Day trip
- Hiking
- School
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
I have been backpacking for two years now and have been trying new gear to see what i like. I have never gone wrong with any of the rei brands there a great value. I have used the backpack for mainly day hikes and school. It has plenty of space for food and water and the built in spot for a hyrdation pouch comes in handy. Its a great backpack and i have gotten good use out of it and nothing has broke. I am very pleased with the product does everything i need!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
Cons
Best Uses
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
The three reasons I bought this pack is the olive green color, no hip belt and organization pockets. I believe in the price, quality and innovative design of REI products. I try to choose earth tone colored products to blend in with the environment. With this in mind I have purchased many REI products in the color green.
For me choosing a backpack is difficult due to my long torso length 24". Most packs are not designed to adjust this long. Unfortunately all of REI's current day packs with hip belts don't fit me. I had passed up looking at this pack on many trips to REI. Then a friend had tried this pack on and I realized it didn't have a hip belt. This pack will work for someone even with a long torso like myself. Finally I found a REI daypack that fits me and the color I wanted with lots of organization pockets.
I have been on numerous day hikes with this pack. One trip I was very comfortable carrying a 17 pound load. Even with out a hip belt the pack carried the load just fine. This is due to the well padded shoulder pads. With the organization pockets on this pack. Carrying the ten essentials is easy to find what I need with out dig through the pack. The durability of the material has held up well so far. I'm sure I will be using this pack for many years to come.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good padding
Cons
Best Uses
- Day trip
- Office
- School
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
I bought this pack for my husband for Christmas. He is a Masters student and works full time so he needs a pack for everything. His last pack was ripping and uncomfortable so I decided to spend more and get a better pack. He loves the comfort and durability of this pack very much and I have no doubt we'll be return REI customers. The color (green) is awesome too!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good padding
- Lightweight
- Removable Straps
Cons
- Tight Fit For Laptop
Best Uses
- Commuting
- Day trip
- Hiking
- Office
- School
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
I bought this bag primarily for daily work use carrying my laptop but I also use it for daytrips. It works very well for both.
The pouch easily holds a three litre hydration pack and there is more than enough space for food, a jacket, and any other items I might need while hiking. I suspect it will be even large enough for weekend hammock camping this summer. All three pockets in the bag are large enough to be useful, the outside loops are well-placed, and the side mesh pockets are enormous.
I can't speak to the durability of the bag as I've only had it a couple of months, but it seems well-built and they use YKK zippers. The padding on the back and straps is great; it's very comfortable fully packed with books and a laptop. Best of all both the hipbelt and sternum straps are removable so there not getting in the way during daily use.
My 15" MacBook Pro fits very snugly, but I couldn't fit my laptop sleeve into the pouch. That said, when I measured it against comparable bags from Mountain Hardware it was slightly wider than the others. I just put some padding in the bottom and called it good.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Beautiful color
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Large capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Commuting
- Hiking
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
I got this for a 3 week trip to Thailand and Cambodia about a year ago. It would be the vessel for everything I took, no other luggage. I was able to fit my clothing, 10" tablet, DSLR camera and case, chargers, maps, water bottle, sling bag, extra sandals, first aid & toiletries kit, and various other bits and bobs. It performed exceedingly well and I plan to take it on longer trips in the future.
My only complaint is that the mesh on one side of the bag ripped on the first or second day with no abnormal use. I figure it might have been a defect, and I will likely try exchanging it soon.
That doesn't take away from the rating at all, I love this pack - it exceeded my expectations! I have taken it on a number of short trips since.
The colors are also lovely shades and a welcome option compared to all the other boring black, grey, and lusterless blue packs available out there.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
Cons
Best Uses
- Day trip
- Hiking
- Office
- School
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
I bought this pack for a trip to Washington, DC during July 4th. We spent a week trekking all over DC during 100+ degree days and the pack was as comfortable as you could ask for under those circumstances. We used it every day during our commute on Metro system and loved it. I've since used it with a hydration bladder and even with that added weight it did fantastic. If you're looking for a pack for short hikes, or everyday use this one deserves your attention.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Commuting
- Hiking
Comments about REI Trail 25 Pack:
I have found this pack to be perfect size for my day hikes 3-15 mile hikes. No sorness of shoulders (If adjusted correctly). I carry 1/2 to 1 gallon of H20 and all 10 essentials always. Binoculars 8x25's, Para cord, camera, small amount of TP, Layers that have kept me comfy down to 25 deg so far. All fit and feel great in the pack with room to spare. Yes some of the stuff might be overkill to some people, but that only means a lighter pack for them.
I also use this when I Fly (about 20 times a year) as my personal carry on. Holds water bottle laptop and cord, mouse, little fruit/granola, ect and feels fine. I bought this back in May 2012 and have put 300 hiking miles on it and about 12 flying trips with no issues at all.
I have not tried or used the hydration inserts/tubes to comment on that. Just shy of 6' tall with a stocky build.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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