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REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's

REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's

Item # 747529
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A nice alpine pack for a day of backcountry cragging or skiing, the women's REI® Pinnacle handles multiple activities and a mass of gear!

  • Women-specific fit with shoulder straps positioned closer together and anatomically shaped through bust area
  • Along with the HDPE (high-density polyethylene) framesheet, two aluminum stays provide support; all can be removed to reduce pack weight
  • Fixed suspension system offers low weight and low complexity
  • Floating top lid pocket lets pack hold more gear, and detaches so you can stash some essentials to bring into tent or lower pack weight on ascent
  • Two loading options: top-loading and side zippered access give multiple points of access to contents
  • Curved, padded shoulder straps with sternum strap and load-lifter straps, and the precurved padded hipbelt distribute pack weight evenly
  • Twin ice axe holsters feature spike sleeves that are designed to allow you to release tools without removing pack
  • Dual daisy chains and lash points give you the option to strap on bulky gear like snowshoes and crampons
  • Front of pack features a shelf pocket for sliding in a snow shovel
  • Dedicated ski slots combined with side compression straps let you strap on skis in A-frame style
  • Hydration-compatible design features reservoir pocket and two drink tube exit ports for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately)
  • Stretchy mesh ''cockpit'' pocket on waistbelt is a handy place for frequently accessed items such as lip balm or snacks; other side has a tool loop
  • Constructed of 630-denier nylon oxford, offering high abrasion resistance with low weight; polyurethane coating for weather resistance

Spec chart is based on size Medium. Size Small specs are below.

    Specifications for Fits torso / Fits waist/hips / Average volume / Average metric volume / Average weight / Average metric weight are as follows:
  • Small - 15-17 in. / 26-50 in. / 2,075 cu. in. / 34 liters / 3 lbs. 3 oz. / 1.45kg

Imported.

Item 747529

REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

GenderWomen's
Frame typeInternal
Approximate volume2,197 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric36 liters
Average weight3 lbs. 6 oz.
Average weight - metric1.53 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
Fits torso16 - 18 inches
Fits waist/hips26 - 50 inches
MaterialNylon oxford
Frame materialHDPE/aluminum
Number of stays2
Number of pockets2 + main compartment
Access / LoadingTop/panel
Sleeping bag compartmentNo

REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's Customer Reviews

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REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's
 
4.3

(based on 4 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (4)
  • Easy to load (4)
  • Highly adjustable (4)
  • Lightweight (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day hikes (3)
    • Light loads (3)

    Reviewed by 4 customers

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    May

    11

    2008

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Excellent for dayhikes

    By DY

    from Bellevue, WA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day Hikes
      • Light Loads

      Comments about REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's:

      I've had this pack for seven months. I used it every weekend for snowshoe trips, and I now use it almost daily for evening and weekend dayhikes in rain, snow, hail, wind, and sun. I even took it snow camping one weekend and while I was able to creatively strap the sleeping pad, sleeping bag, snow shovel, and tent onto the pack, I wouldn't recommend it. It still looks new after all this activity.

      I am 5'5" with a slender frame and the Medium fits me very well. I can fit my 10 essentials plus tons of extra food into this pack with no problem. It's just big enough for me to not stuff anything extra into it. My guess is that I carry about 10-15 lbs on average in it for hiking, more for snowshoeing. It's not the lightest pack on the market, but I have no complaints about the weight.

      I like that the straps are well located for a woman's body, and that everything is highly adjustable. There is no shortage of straps on this pack. I like the side entry, but would have preferred a front entry since I generally make a mess of things from the side. The little pocket on the waist strap is too small to carry anything larger than batteries or lip balm - I wish the opening was bigger. The double daisy chains are invaluable, and I strap my snowshoes on with no problem. I do often end up with a sweaty back after tough hikes though, as there is no air pocket between my back and the pack.

      If I could improve this pack, I'd add tool loops as there currently is nowhere to stow an ice axe (though I have done it with creative difficulty) and exterior mesh pockets as another reviewer suggested. I was also partial to the yellow accent on the mens version but that is more of a triviality.

      The pack is versatile, comfortable, and somewhat stylish. I found it excellent for the price I paid.

      • 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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      Jun

      24

      2008

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great pack

      By hikermog

      from NC

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Extended Hikes
        • Weekend Hikes

        Comments about REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's:

        I've had this pack for about a year, and have used it for several 1-3 night backcountry trips. I find it to be very comfortable for me (bearing in mind that pack fit is an individual thing, and that it's best to try packs on yourself).

        It has done well in the rain, with heavy loads, with light loads, with all manner of stuff strapped to the outside... It's lightweight, easily holds the essentials for a few nights, and has that wonderful front zipper. You also can't beat the price.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Apr

        23

        2008

        (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Just right: Comfy, strong and IT FITS!

        By jenny beans

        from Denton, TX

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy To Load
        • Good for small frames
        • Good Padding
        • Highly Adjustable
        • Lightweight
        • Strong

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day Hikes
          • Extended Hikes
          • Light Loads
          • Travel
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's:

          I am 5 ft tall and 115 lbs and most packs I have tried were unbearably uncomfortable in minutes, even with only 20 lbs! Even at the smallest settings, most packs don't fit. This one fits my frame perfectly, allowing me to carry 20ish pounds with ease. I'm a lightweight backpacker/hiker, so I don't carry too many "extras" but this pack is exactly what I need. The only thing I would change on this pack is I'd add mesh pockets on the sides to hold extra water bottles (you can fit two 2L hydration bladders inside, though) but the pack was designed to hold skis and has straps where pockets would be. Straps are handy, too, though. Other than that, it is amazing and I urge smaller framed women to load this pack up at the store and trek around with it for awhile. You'll be amazed at what you can do. :O)

          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          8

          2007

          (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Light & Stylish!

          By Tsunami Warrior

          from San Clemente

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy To Load
          • Highly Adjustable
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Not Enough Pockets

          Best Uses

          • Day Hikes
          • Light Loads
          • Wet Weather

          Comments about REI Pinnacle Pack - Women's:

          Great on dayhikes, wears well on women.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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