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REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's
$154.93$199.00*
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Pack the fuzzy slippers, this women's backpack is built to carry all the creature comforts. Features quick access and an ultra-adjustable suspension.
- Not just a small men's pack, it features a slim width and a short height, and its anatomic, ergonomic shoulder straps and hipbelt fit a woman's shape
- Enjoy dual access to pack via the top-loading opening and the horseshoe-shaped, zippered front panel opening, which works much like a duffel opening
- With a ''rip-and-stick'' torso adjustment, shoulder strap system easily slides along pack's frame to fit torsos of varying lengths
- Removable top lid pocket with water repellent zipper lets you stash your essentials to bring into tent, so pack can stay outside or in vestibule
- Zippered pocket under lid stores maps and keys, spare batteries and other small essentials
- Front panel features a welded, water-repellent zippered pocket for storing often-used gear
- Precurved shoulder straps match your anatomy for non-binding comfort on and off the trail
- Dual-density foam padded backpanel provides a comfortable and supportive fit when carrying heavy loads
- Precurved hipbelt is designed to cradle hip bones for a natural fit and to distribute weight without sagging
- Hipbelt webbing system allows you to use a natural forward pulling motion for quick, easy cinching and precise adjustment
- Internal sleeping-bag compartment with a zippered divider separates it from gear and clothes in the main compartment
- Utilizing four buckles, the pack's streamlined compression system lets you cinch and strap down loads for jostle-free carrying
- Concave head pod at the top of pack gives your head freedom of movement—no more staring at the ground
- Two side pockets—one zip and one mesh—hold water bottles, energy bars and other essentials you want close at hand
- Hipbelt pocket stores those small essentials you want at your finger tips, such as lip balm and sunscreen
- Lash points on the other side of hipbelt let you attach camera and GPA pouches
- Lash straps on bottom of pack let you attach sleeping pad
- Hydration-compatible design features an internal reservoir sleeve and dual exit ports for drinking tube; hydration reservoir sold separately
Specifications for Fits torso / Fits waist/hips / Average volume / Average metric volume / Average weight / Average metric weight are as follows:
Imported.
Item 762499
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REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's Specs
Specification | Description |
| Gender | Women's |
| Frame type | Internal |
| Backpack style | Deluxe backpack |
| Approximate volume | 4,577 cubic inches |
| Approximate volume - metric | 75 liters |
| Average weight | 5 lbs. 11 oz. |
| Average weight - metric | 2.57 kilograms |
| Adjustable torso | Yes |
| Fits torso | 17 - 19 inches |
| Fits waist/hips | 28 - 34 inches |
| Material | Nylon |
| Frame material | HDPE/aluminum |
| Number of stays | 2 |
| Number of pockets | 5 + main compartment |
| Access / Loading | Top / side |
| Sleeping bag compartment | Yes |
REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (16)
- Easy to load (16)
- Large capacity (16)
- Good padding (14)
- Highly adjustable (11)
Cons
- Heavy (5)
Best Uses
- Extended hikes (13)
- Heavy loads (10)
- Light loads (5)
- Travel (5)
- Day hikes (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (11), Casual adventurer (6)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (9), Minimalist (6)
Reviewed by 18 customers
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Pretty
- Tough
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
I usually have a love/hate relationship with my backpack, but this one I just love. It puts zero strain on my shoulders and the padding, which seemed too bulky at first, really keeps the load comfortable over the long haul. I have used it on three trips so far and have no complaints. The zippers are tough, including the waterproof outer ones, the buckles are shaped so you can tell which one goes to which clip and the pockets are well-placed and good sizes. I recommend this to anyone. Plus I like the color.
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
I love this pack! 1st about me: I am 5'4' and weigh about 120...I have a small waist and am very bony around my collarbones, shoulders and pelvic bones. I went through 3 other packs before trying out this one and finally being pain free. This pack is a bit on the heavy side but it carries the weight well...The padding is awesome and there is a lot of it. I just used it for 2 weeks on Aconcagua where I carried anywhere from 40 to 50lbs depending on the day. No problem! I never struggled or hurt anywhere! I love all of its functionality especially the ease of packing due to the side zips. My only complaint has to do with the small side pocket that really has no purpose...I would rather have another mesh/stretchy pocket like it on the other side...especially on a colder trip so that I have ample convenient storage for my water bottles (must have 2).
Otherwise, this pack is one of the best out there...buy it on sale and you'll be singing sweet deal all the way to the summit!
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
I bought this pack four years ago and have used it on several backpacking trips. Most recently, I brought it on the thirty day trip I led through the Shawnee National Forest. This pack is tough. Its lasted through four years of all sorts of weather and hasn't shown any wear.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Tough
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Backpacking
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
This pack is fantastic! I went on a weekend camping excursion that required me to pack much of my own equipment (food, pots, water purifier, burner, sleeping bag, tent etc.) and everything fit perfectly. It is light-weight with plenty of pockets right where you need them for easy organization. It would be far to large for day trip, but if you are out for 1+ days, this is the pack for you.
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
I have been using this backpack for 2 years. My favorite part is the side zippers! I can pack tons of clothes, and when I go to find something at the bottom, I can just open the side zipper so I don't have to take everything out! Great pockets for storage. Straps are perfect for strapping on my therma-rest. Sleeping back fits in bottom (though I have to work really hard to stuff it)
- Gift:
- Yes
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Large Capacity
Cons
- Hard to adjust
- Hard to bend stays
- Heavy
- Restricts Movement
Best Uses
- Day Hikes
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
- Light Loads
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
I went through the Philmont Scout Ranch with this pack and it was an amazing two weeks. This pack kept most of my things dry even without the pack cover. It was very easy to load although when I tried to bend the stays to contour to my back, it was very difficult.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Large Capacity
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
I recently rented this backpack from REI for a weekend trip. It was brand new. I love everything about this pack except the weight. I am a minimalist and this pack is just too heavy for my style. The pack has great cushioning in both the shoulder and hip belt. It has numerous pockets and large cup holders on the sides. It is a great pack if you are not worried about the weight.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Large Capacity
Cons
- Bad Padding
- Styrofoam straps
Best Uses
- Day Hikes
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
- Light Loads
- Travel
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
I've had my bag for 4 years and it traveled with me everywhere I went. It is a great bag for any kind of traveling, affordable, easy to pack, isn't in a funny pastel color, and has very functional pockets. The downside was that the model from '05 had straps that were made of a single strip of styrofoam which broke into chunks and ceased to provide back support. If the current model had a top compartment that converted to a day-use bag it would be my top choice for a replacement!
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Large Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
Did not know carrying weight could be so comfortable! Great ventilation system and padding - never felt that bear canister or anything else digging into my back. Lots of room; nice color. Kept stuff dry in light rain. Had room for all gear (including bear canister!) for a 5 day hike. Strongly recommend this to anyone, especially someone returning to backpacking after 20 years (like me). Wow, have the designs been improved!
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
- Light Loads
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - '08 Women's:
I used this pack several times for 2-3 overnight backpacking trips. Initially the straps seem quite bulky but on the long run are extremely comfortable. I could easily fit all I had into the bag and there was plenty of space left. Actually I would like to have the same pack just a little smaller. You can tighten all straps and it becomes nice and compact but the weight of the pack stays the same.
Biggest con is the weight of the pack itself.
Still a great choice
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
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