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REI Tuff Lite Compression Sack - 7 x 17

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Available in four sizes, these ultralight compression stuff sacks are the ideal way to cut pack weight--they truly provide more size for less weight!

  • Constructed using lightweight nylon ripstop and the lightest webbing available
  • Unique top and bottom caps aid in compressing tough loads
  • Critical areas are reinforced with double layers of material
  • Available sizes are suitable for anything from synthetic sleeping bags to down jackets

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Item 709081

REI Tuff Lite Compression Sack - 7 x 17 Specs

Specification

Description

Weight2 ounces
MaterialNylon ripstop
Dimensions7 x 17 inches

REI Tuff Lite Compression Sack - 7 x 17 Customer Reviews

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REI Tuff Lite Compression Sack - 7 x 17
 
3.0

(based on 4 reviews)

50%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (3)
  • Lightweight (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Campgrounds (3)
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    Apr

    19

    2008

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    2.0

    Disappointing...

    By NHB Steve

    from Athens, GA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Inexpensive
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Poor volume reduction

    Best Uses

    • Campgrounds
    • Road Trips

    Comments about REI Tuff Lite Compression Sack - 7 x 17:

    I had high hopes for these compression sacks (I bought this one and the 9" X 21" bag) because of the high quality I've experienced with other REI gear. But I was disappointed.

    I didn't realize just how narrow the bore of the bag is until I started trying to pack up some gear. The small diameter isn't necessarily a flaw, but it can limit the gear you pack inside (more so than just about every other compression sack I've used).

    The drawstring and seams around the opening are not very stout and thus requires a bit of care in closing a full bag to keep from ripping the drawstring right out of the seam. Also the spring-loaded button that keeps the opening closed (I'm sure there is a name for that thing) is too weak to keep much tension on the cord.

    However, the biggest flaw is the lack of volume reduction possible with this bag. The absolute maximum the bag can compress is about 5 inches. This is because the cloth ends of the bag extend too far towards each other. So with a fully-loaded bag, when the end caps are in place there is only about 5" of strap between them.

    The result is that it's difficult to fully load the bag (because of the deficient drawstring) compounded by the inability of the bag to compress the under-packed bag before you pull the straps until the end caps meet. For me, not being able to compress fluffy gear with a compression sack defeats the purpose.

    The only up-side is that they are quite a bit cheaper than the nearest bag of similar size.

    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    12

    2007

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Enough Tuff but Too Lite

    By Andersven

    from Minneapolis, MN

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Durable

    Cons

    • Comes undone easily
    • Compression releases
    • Needs bigger buckles
    • Not for sleeping bags

    Best Uses

    • Campgrounds

    Comments about REI Tuff Lite Compression Sack - 7 x 17:

    The webbing ends are not sewn with large enough back flaps to keep the material from sliding through the buckles. The webbing is also not large enough to keep from twisting or even knotting up at times. My old Granite Gear compression sack is lightweight while being heavy duty. The material in this product is tough and light but the buckling mechanism ruins the product value.

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    Apr

    19

    2009

     
    5.0

    Does the job well.

    By Bill

    from Houston, TX

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backcountry Camping
      • Campgrounds
      • motorcycling
      • Road Trips

      Comments about REI Tuff Lite Compression Sack - 7 x 17:

      I bought this compression sack to reduce the size of my motorcycle rain gear. It can be compressed to about 50% of it's original size. The bag is very lightweight and well constructed. The only con is that it's kinda difficult to pack large garments through its narrow opening, but I can live with that.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Aug

      13

      2008

       
      4.0

      Lightweight and Strong

      By Reaching High

      from San Francisco, CA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Compact
      • Durable
      • Easy to pack
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backcountry Camping

        Comments about REI Tuff Lite Compression Sack - 7 x 17:

        I am amazed that I can squish my rather bulky and heavy sleeping bag into a compact bullet in this stuff sack. I've taken it through the mountains on several trips with no problems. My friend did have a seam bust where the strap attaches, but exchanged it for another and has had no further trouble.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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