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REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy

REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy

Item # 768907
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With its spacious main compartment and ample pockets, this classic REI pack keeps gear organized for summer and winter hikes or adventures on campus.

  • Features surface-mounted front pocket buckle, simple daisy chain and two side pockets providing ample room for gear or books
  • Front pocket features a key clip and an organizer for pencils, pens, calculator, wallet, note pads and other essentials
  • Ski slots behind the side pockets and side lash tabs let you carry skis to the trailhead and beyond
  • Large internal hydration pocket will hold almost any size reservoir (sold separately) and features exit port on top of pack
  • Molded foam backpanel is covered with a layer of suspension mesh that's cool and comfortable; plus, it sheds snow and leaves the dirt behind
  • Foam-padded, curved shoulder straps with sternum strap and comfort edge binding let you comfortably carry the load
  • Self-equalizing, foam-padded waistbelt wings wrap snugly around hips, adding comfort and stability on the trail
  • Side compression straps help secure and stabilize the load for skiing or hiking on uneven terrain
  • Includes a haul loop for easy grasping and an adjustable ice axe/tool loop to securely hold tools or poles
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Item 768907

REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy Specs

Specification

Description

MaterialNylon/polyester
Approximate volume2,686 cu. in. (44 liters) / 3,209 cu. in. (50 liters)
Number of pockets3 + main compartment
Average weight3 lbs. 8 oz. / 3 lbs. 11 oz.
Hydration compatibleYes
Access / LoadingPanel

REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy Customer Reviews

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REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy
 
4.2

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Attractive (4)
  • Roomy (4)
  • Comfortable (3)
  • Durable (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Practical (3)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (4)

      Reviewed by 5 customers

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      Apr

      19

      2008

      (30 of 30 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great Pack

      By That one guy

      from West Jordan, UT

      About Me Practical

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Comfortable
      • Roomy

      Cons

      • Bulky

      Best Uses

      • Commuting

      Comments about REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy:

      I have bought almost a dozen different packs in search of the perfect pack. I commute to work on my motorcycle, and I needed additional room. This pack hugs your body, it fits snug and does not have too many straps flying around and hitting me (as other hiking packs have.) I actually bought both the 50 and the 35 series, the only difference aside from the color, is that the 50 is about 4 inches deeper from top to botton. I wanted the extra room for my motorcycle, so I stuck with the 50 series. There is a small internal frame that is removable, I took it out for my day to day ride, but if I were to travel, I would insert it to add stabilization to the load. Great pack overall, I love REI and their products.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (30 of 30 customers found this review helpful)

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      Nov

      11

      2008

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great pack, but..........

      By Arnold

      from Pennsylvania

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Durable
      • Good zippers too
      • Neat Features
      • Roomy

      Cons

      • Shoulder straps too small
      • Uncomfortable

      Best Uses

      • Hiking

      Comments about REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy:

      I have used this pack for carrying field equipment, including rock specimens, and it seems to be tough and durable. The color scheme is better than what I expected from the photo. I also like the large capacity and various pockets. The shovel pocket is a nice design and is very useful, although it would benefit from having some webbing on both sides of the "gap" to keep things more secure.

      My only serious complaint with this pack is that the shoulder straps are several inches too short. I'm 6'1" and have a big upper body and the straps need to be longer for a comfortable fit. I suspect they would fit someone 5'10" or shorter. Anyone larger than me would have trouble wearing the pack for any length of time. Longer and better designed shoulder straps would give this pack a more universal fit. Other than this problem, it's a fine pack, especially for the low price.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Primary use:
      • Business

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      Aug

      25

      2008

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Short trip- good pack

      By Hittahomer

      from Atlanta, GA

      About Me Weekend Warrior

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Lightweight
      • Price

      Cons

      • Not Enough Pockets

      Best Uses

        Comments about REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy:

        If you want a small, quick-trip pack, this is it. Not a lot of pockets, but there are sufficient strap holders to lug your gear. Go pick up some straps at your local store for your sleeping bag. Enough room across the top for your small tent and sleeping pad. I use this pack for minimalist, short stays. Much better than lugging around something huge and half full.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Nov

        1

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        GREAT Pack

        By ak_climber

        from Nome, AK

        About Me Practical

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Not too big
        • Roomy

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • HikingClimbing

          Comments about REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy:

          I love this pack! It's not so bulky but not to light. It's got just the right ammount of pockets.
          When this wears out I'm getting another.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Dec

          22

          2008

           
          4.0

          good and unique bag for some purposes...

          By mountains are my happy place

          from Seattle, WA

          About Me Adventurer, Comfort-Oriented, Practical, Stylish

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Lightweight
          • Neat Features
          • Roomy
          • Supportive Hip Straps

          Cons

          • Not Enough Pockets

          Best Uses

          • Bike Commuting
          • Longer Winter Hikes
          • Travel

          Comments about REI Alpine 50 Plus Pack - Special Buy:

          I love love love the waist/hip straps - they're very supportive and help take some of the stress of the load off your back and shoulders. It's perfect for bike commuting though I wish the mesh inner pocket was just a smidge bigger so that my laptop would fit in there and not move around so much. The bag provides extra room but not quite enough for a weekend backpacking trip...unless you are an ubber minimalist and strap a bunch of your gear onto the pack. It could maybe use more pockets but that all depends on your needs. Nalgene bottles are too wide and will not fit in the side pockets. All in all, it has a bunch of nice organizational features and it's a good pack!

          • Gift:
          • No
          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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