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Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's

Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's

Item # 734566
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This Kelty Coyote backpack is built with a narrow profile and shorter torso for women backpackers headed out on multiple overnight trips.

  • Combination top and front panel loading for complete access to all corners of pack
  • Adjustable women's specific suspension with curved, 2-layer padded shoulder straps and a 2-layer padded hipbelt comfortably distribute the load
  • Sternum strap, load-lifter straps and belt stabilizers help balance the load; Scherer Cinch™ pulley-like system doubles hipbelt tightening force
  • Removable, floating top pocket converts to a waist pack for day hikes or forays from base camp
  • Two zippered side pockets, two mesh water bottle pockets and a large front pocket with organizer keep essentials handy and help you keep track of gear
  • Zippered stash pocket, security pocket and a fleece lined optics pocket keep your valuables stowed away securely
  • Daisy chain, ice axe loop and lash tabs let you strap on extras to the outside of the pack
  • Spindrift collar cinches down over the main compartment to seal out the weather
  • Main compartment holds a hydration reservoir and features tube ports on lid (reservoir sold separately)
  • High-density polyurethane (HDPE) framesheet and twin aluminum stays protect your back from bulky or pointy items and support heavy loads
  • Side and vertical compression straps secure and stabilize the load
  • Lumbar pad and breathable backpanel increases your carrying comfort
  • Made from lightweight, durable 600-denier polyester Kodra®, 500-denier nylon Kodra and 420-denier nylon micro ripstop

Imported.

Item 734566

Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

GenderWomen's
Frame typeInternal
Approximate volume4,500 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric74 liters
Average weight5 lbs. 6 oz.
Average weight - metric2.4 kilograms
Adjustable torsoYes
Fits torso12 - 17 inches
Fits waist/hips30 - 50 inches
MaterialNylon/polyester
Frame materialHDPE/aluminum
Number of stays2
Number of pockets4 + main compartment
Access / LoadingTop/front
Sleeping bag compartmentNo

Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's Customer Reviews

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Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's
 
4.1

(based on 21 reviews)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (17)
  • Easy to load (17)
  • Highly adjustable (17)
  • Large capacity (17)
  • Lightweight (12)

Cons

  • Restricts movement (3)

Best Uses

  • Extended hikes (15)
  • Travel (12)
  • Heavy loads (11)
  • Light loads (9)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual adventurer (12), Avid adventurer (10)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist (3)

Reviewed by 21 customers

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Oct

15

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Love it

By Cris N

from Oakland, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer, Professional Guide

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Highly Adjustable
  • Large Capacity

Cons

  • Cumbersome to unload

Best Uses

  • Extended Hikes
  • Heavy Loads
  • Travel

Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

I've used this pack for 7 yrs. I'm short and petite, so this pack is perfect. It fits everything I need for traveling (7 months in South America) and keeps me from loading more than I can handle. I only wish it had a lower compartment for sleeping bag or other gear.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Sep

20

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Great Pack

By Jillian the Traveler

from Oakland, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational, Traveller

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy To Load
  • Highly Adjustable
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

  • Extended Hikes
  • Light Loads
  • Travel

Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

I used this pack on a two month tour around S.E. Asia. It was great for what I needed. It was lightweight, which was the nicest part. It's also very comfortable as long as it's not too heavy. I would really like it to have more outside pockets though, they're always useful to store things that you know you'll want on your travels.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Sep

12

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

A great pack

By fazbear

from Berkeley, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational, Student

Pros

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

Cons

  • No waterbottle holder

Best Uses

  • Extended Hikes
  • Heavy Loads
  • Light Loads
  • Travel

Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

The front loading feature is extremely useful, and the hip strap has a really cool adjusting mechanism. Also, the top of the pack (brain) comes off for a handy day pack. Good for 5-10 day trips.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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Oct

14

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

GREAT Backpack

By aramat139

from Puerto Rico

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

  • Easy to Pack
  • Good Back Support
  • Good Padding
  • Strong Zippers

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Airline Travel
    • Backpacking
    • Extended Travel

    Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

    this backpack is excellent! I just came back from a trip to Peru and the Kelty worked perfect! is a huge one and it doesn't weight a lot. I'm 5'5 and it was very comfy on my back. the front zipper is the most wondeful feature of the Kelty. it makes the packing and unpacking so easy! my trip was only for 10 days, but the Kelty can be use for a few months trip.

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

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Apr

    28

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    2.0

    Least comfortable pack I've ever owned..

    By frogger28

    from Baton Rouge, LA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Pros

    • Easy To Load
    • Large Capacity
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Restricts Movement
    • Uncomfortable

    Best Uses

    • Day Hikes
    • Light Loads
    • Travel

    Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

    I purchased this pack a few years ago - it was on sale and though I had never owned a Kelty pack before, I had heard good things. Unfortunately, I have been a little disappointed. This pack is relatively spacious and I LOVE the zippered front access (I find packs that only load from the top to be terribly inconvenient), but it is also very uncomfortable. I have owned about 5 backpacks in my life, and this one is the least comfortable of them all. While I'm hiking, I find myself constantly adjusting the straps, hoping that the next pull will make it just right - but it never does.It is tempting to purchase this pack because many others with the same load size are much more expensive. However, if you are planning on using it a lot, take it from me and spend the extra[$] on a better pack. Otherwise, you might end up like me and have to buy a replacement pack in the end...

    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

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

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jan

    4

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great pack for hostelling

    By txtraveler

    from Austin, TX

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

    • Restricts Movement

    Best Uses

    • Travel

    Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

    I used this while backpacking in Europe and it was great for my needs. I could fit plenty of stuff in it and was comfortable carrying it around for medium distances. I liked that it had both front and top loading options because that way, most of my stuff was easily accessible. I also liked the inside pocket, where I kept a few things that I didn't want lost or stolen, like copies of my passport and such.

    The only downside for me was that the side pockets were a little awkward. I was afraid to put too much stuff in them because I thought the zippers might unzip or the top flaps would un-velcro.

    I also got a backpack bag to put it in when I checked it for my flights, so the straps wouldn't get caught or torn during the luggage sorting/loading process. I'm not sure if this was necessary, but I think it may have helped my pack get through the trip in better shape.

    I'll consider using it for any trip where I'll need to take more than a carry-on and will have to carry my stuff for any distance. Rolling suitcases are ok in airports, but this backpack was much better for moving around town.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Dec

    13

    2007

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Great backpack!

    By GrtOtdrs

    from Illinois

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Extended Hikes
      • Heavy Loads
      • Light Loads
      • Travel

      Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

      Thia is the perfect pack for me. I am 5'2" and this one fits great! It is extremely adjustable. You can change the height and even bend the back to fit the curves of your back better. You can access from the top or through the front zippers and there is plenty of space. The padding nice and the bag feels secure.

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Minimalist

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      7

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Comfortable and Spacious

      By DCTravelers

      from Washington, DC

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

          This bag is very comfortable and feels extremely light, even when fully loaded. The custom settings make this bag feel form fitting. The only downside is that I need help getting the bag on and off of me. But, once it's on, I give the bag an A+.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          30

          2007

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Lots of room = I brought a lot!

          By Jeanine

          from Pollock Pines, CA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

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

          Cons

          • No sleep bag compartment

          Best Uses

          • Extended Hikes
          • Heavy Loads

          Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

          This pack is so roomy I'm tempted to bring the kitchen sink. The padded shoulder and waist straps have ample padding to keep my bony hips and shoulders from bruising. I really like that it can be adjusted while you're wearing it.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          30

          2007

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Solid Gear

          By Hikes with Kids

          from Riverside, CA

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

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

          Cons

          • Not good in bad weather

          Best Uses

          • Extended Hikes
          • Heavy Loads

          Comments about Kelty Coyote 4500 Pack - Women's:

          For the money, this is a great solid pack for Women. The fit and comfort is that of a much more expensive pack.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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