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REI Galaxy Pack

REI Galaxy Pack

Item # 733279
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Venturing out for a long weekend? Choose this feature-rich pack designed for mid- to large-framed hikers.

  • Contoured, padded shoulder straps with breathable panels plus angled waistbelt that cups hip bones offer carrying comfort
  • Load-lifter straps and sternum strap help balance your pack while dual aluminum stays distribute the weight evenly
  • Organize your gear in the top-loading main compartment, floating top security pocket, two side pockets and front essentials pocket
  • Two large side zip pockets stash it all, large enough for fuel bottles on the inside and a fishing pole strapped behind
  • Right pocket is hydration compatible, with a tube exit port and hanging toggles it can hold a 45-ounce reservoir, sold separately
  • Externally accessible sleeping bag compartment with a zip-away internal divider handles bulky bags
  • Side compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying
  • Single tool loop, front daisy chain and four accessory points for lashing on additional gear
  • Dual mesh side pockets are each large enough to hold a 1-liter bottle
  • With a ''rip-and-stick'' torso adjustment, shoulder strap system easily slides on pack's frame to fit torsos of varying lengths
  • Durable molded foam backpanel has channels for air circulation, increasing ventilation to keep your back cool and dry
  • Made of lightweight yet tough 420-denier nylon ripstop, 600-denier polyester and 840-denier ballistic nylon bottom for durability

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REI Galaxy Pack Specs

Specification

Description

Approximate volume4,800 cu. in. / 79 liters
Average weight4 lbs. 11 oz.
Fits torso19 - 21 inches
Fits waist/hips30 - 60 inches
MaterialNylon ripstop/polyester/ballistic nylon
Frame materialAluminum
Number of stays2
Number of pockets4 + main compartment
Access / LoadingTop
Sleeping bag compartmentYes

REI Galaxy Pack Customer Reviews

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REI Galaxy Pack
 
3.5

(based on 11 reviews)

64%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Highly adjustable (10)
  • Easy to load (8)
  • Large capacity (7)
  • Comfortable (5)
  • Lightweight (5)

Cons

  • Bad padding (4)
  • Bulky (4)
  • Heavy (3)

Best Uses

  • Extended hikes (8)
  • Heavy loads (5)
  • Day hikes (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual adventurer (9)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Comfort driven (9)

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Apr

27

2008

(8 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

 
2.0

Loved the pack, but...

By Studsted

from Portland, OR

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy To Load
  • Highly Adjustable
  • Large Capacity

Cons

  • Weak Seams

Best Uses

  • Extended Hikes
  • Heavy Loads

Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

I loved the fit and feel of this pack! I took it last year on a 40 mile hike through the Selway Wilderness and it preformed fine other than one problem, the shoulder strap stitching came undone. I took it back to the store after the hike and REI graciously exchanged it for another one. Took my new pack on a small 27 mile hike down the Oregon coast in April, stilled loved the fit but once again the stitching on the shoulder strap tore out. I’m going to return it and get another pack.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Comfort Driven

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

(8 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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Dec

15

2007

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

good large capacity pack

By urban escapee

from long beach, ca

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Easy To Load
  • Highly Adjustable
  • Large Capacity

Cons

  • Bad Padding
  • Bulky

Best Uses

  • Extended Hikes
  • Heavy Loads

Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

i mostly use this pack for weekend trips and it always serves me well. it is a large capacity pack so with careful packing you can go for weeks with it. it is very durable which makes it more on the heavy side but for me the trade-off is well worth not having to worry about snagging a super light weigh pack on a tree branch. it is very tall and narrow from front to back which keeps the weight closer to your body. in fact it the most narrow I've seen of larger capacity packs but due to it's height it's definately meant for longer torsos. the only thing i would change is to have softer padding on the waist belt because it gets a little uncomfortable with a heavier load. i never have a problem stuffing my sleeping bag, self inflating sleep pad, and three-man tent inside (approx 23"x8"), it's very roomy and all at a very fair price for such a pack

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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Jun

29

2008

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Great Start

By Himself

from Turlock, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Easy To Load
  • Good Padding
  • Highly Adjustable
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day Hikes

    Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

    After I got the Hip adjustment correct, it stopped killing my shoulders. Had I not made the adjustment, I don't think I could have lifted my arms.

    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort Driven

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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    Mar

    25

    2008

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good pack, one flaw

    By ooter37

    from Flagstaff, AZ

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    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Load
    • Good Padding
    • Highly Adjustable
    • Large Capacity
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Poor Hydration Pack Spot

      Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

      The pack is both light and cheap (price-wise) for the size and features. It has good padding, adjustments, and compartments. The only real knock on it is the hydration pack holder. It is one of the side pouches and you can't fit a hydration pack larger than 1 liter in it (which is absurdly small for a hydration pack). I tuck my 3 liter hydration pack into one of the mesh pockets and let it run up and under the side pocket. Should be relatively safe there and allow me to see how full it is. If you're looking for a pack in this size range, this is the one to get. Even if you are looking for a smaller pack, this one probably gives you some extra space for the same weight and price anyways.

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Minimalist

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      Feb

      26

      2008

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Nice Pack for the price

      By mtbiker278

      from Maryland

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Easy To Load
      • Highly Adjustable
      • Large Capacity
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • requires good adjustment

      Best Uses

      • Extended Hikes
      • Heavy Loads

      Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

      I just picked up this pack after using gear from my college recreation center. For the price, it's the largest pack that is the lightest and has the most features compared to other brand name packs.

      The description left some other items out including the side pockets act as sleeves for trekking poles, the top pack fly has two pockets, and the sternum strap clip includes an emerency whistle.

      As for my first personal pack I haven't found much about it that I don't like. It has enough adjustments (which can be had to figure out), it has plenty of storage capacity (I fit a 4 person tent, two large pillows, and about 12 t-shirts on my test stuff).

      It took me a while to get the pack adjusted right so the weight was on my hips, but after I got it it felt pretty good. I'll try and update when I put some miles on it.

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jul

      8

      2008

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great for the price

      By FenrisTAG

      from Sac, Ca

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy To Load
      • Highly Adjustable
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Extended Hikes
        • Heavy Loads

        Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

        This is the first pack I have used since having an alice pack in the military. I bought this for a weekend trip with my co-workers. I was really pleased with it. I carried about 45 pounds with no problems. Its a very inexpensive but is still great quality. It may not be the most comfortable, but it was not uncomfortable at all.

        If you are new to backpacking and don't want to spend to much right out the door like myself. This pack is great!

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        22

        2008

        (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        Good... for the price

        By KennyH

        from Arkansas

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Highly Adjustable
        • Large Capacity
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Bad Padding

        Best Uses

        • Extended Hikes
        • Light Loads

        Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

        I'm weekender, but i carry way to much, so the fact that this pack holds a good load was a big selling point. unfortunately, it's not comfortable at all with more than 45 lbs or so. Also, it's a hard pack to oranize really well. i'm an orginazation freak, and this pack makes me feel like i've just got everything "dumped in there".

        The biggest selling points, it's CHEAP! compare this pack to a same size pack from Osprey or gregory, WOW, big difference. Also, it does hold a lot. (just not comfortably.)

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

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

        (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        Nov

        17

        2008

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        Try packs on before you buy them

        By NTL

        from Maraland Heights,MO

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Easy To Load
        • Highly Adjustable

        Cons

        • Bad Padding
        • Bulky
        • Delicate
        • Heavy
        • Restricts Movement
        • Weak Seams

        Best Uses

        • Day Hikes
        • Light Loads

        Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

        There is not very good padding.And I do not think that it could not be used for backpacking because it is to small.Heavy loads are not good for this pack. Even though it is my first pack I think thatit will not be good for people that go backpacking.

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

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

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        11

        2008

        (1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        I really wanted to say I like this pack

        By calyth

        from Burnaby, BC

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Large Capacity

        Cons

        • Bad Padding
        • Bulky
        • Hard to strap tent
        • Heavy
        • Small hydration storage

        Best Uses

        • Day Hikes
        • Extended Hikes

        Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

        This is a backpack with an on-paper capacity and price that's perfect for a student; however, I can't say that this works.
        I've used it on previous trips where a friend carried a tent, and this packed served well.

        But, when I try to strap on a tent, the problem becomes painfully obvious. The compression straps on the side are way too short to actually strap a tent, so I have to put the tent wall inside the pack, and strap the poles on the side. This seems like a workaround until you get the tent wall wet from rain, and you wonder how much of the pack content would stay dry.

        Also, it is an impossibility to put anything bigger than the 1.5L hydration pack that I have. The side loading design is actually a great idea. On the trail, you don't have to unbuckle anything to take an empty bag out to fill. However, any reasonable hiker would use at least a 2L bag, and I think that might be a struggle to put a full 2L bag in. 3L is totally out of the question.

        I'm afraid I might use the REI's satisfaction policy on this pack. Had these two problems gone away, this pack is easily a 4 star pack, and great value.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

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

        (1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jun

        7

        2008

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        NO COMPLAINTS HERE

        By ru5ty

        from North Little Rock, AR

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Padding
        • Highly Adjustable
        • Large Capacity

        Cons

        • Bulky
        • Heavy
        • Restricts Movement

        Best Uses

        • Extended Hikes
        • Heavy Loads

        Comments about REI Galaxy Pack:

        I took this on the Buffalo River Trail in Arkansas for my first hike with this pack. It preformed wonderfully. A little hard to adjust on the trail, but once adjusted was solid.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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