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REI Full Lode Waistpack

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The REI Full Lode waistpack works well for a quick hike on the trail or as a carry-all for urban adventures.

Largely made from 100% recycled PET polyester fabric, each pack keeps nine 16-oz. plastic bottles out of landfills!
Post-consumer recycled PET polyester is tough enough to endure the daily grind
Waistbelt wing is form-fitting and acts as a compression strap to secure load close to body
Plenty of room in the main compartment offers space for your everyday essentials
Front zippered pocket features key clip, a zippered mesh pocket and an organizer for pens and phone or wallet
Front stash pocket with bungee closure offers storage of quick-access items
Side mesh water bottle pocket holds a typical 16 fl. oz. bottle, sold separately
Reflective accents integrated into bungee cord add visibility in low light
Fits waist/hips from 22 - 48 in.

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REI Full Lode Waistpack Customer Reviews

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REI Full Lode Waistpack

3.3

(based on 13 reviews)

69%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Lightweight (11)
Comfortable (9)
Large capacity (7)
Easy to load (6)
Highly adjustable (3)

Cons

Not enough pockets (5)

Best Uses

Day hikes (9)
Light loads (6)
Travel (5)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual adventurer (7), Avid adventurer (3), Casual/ recreational (3)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (8), Survivalist / minimalist (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 13 customers

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Jan

2009

(14 of 15 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Useful and Light

By soy

from Los Angeles, CA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Good padding
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Cycling
Hiking
Running

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

I bought this pack somewhat impulsively, since I was sick of carrying my water while hiking. I have since bought a couple of carabiners which I clip on to hold trekking poles and whatever else.

I'm a big guy, 6'5" 240lb and it fits me fine. The only complaint I have is that I look a little goofy wearing it, and if you put too much in it has a tendency to kind of bow out.

The other day I was out in a light rain and it did pretty well, but in any kind of downpour it might not do as well.

The pockets in the front compartment are pretty useful for keeping things organized.

I use this whenever I go hiking, cycling, or running.

Generally with my GPS, First Aid, iPod, Wallet/Phone, Keys, Compass, and Water Bottle it's pretty full. Anything more causes it to bow out.

Jul

2009

(11 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

I would only wear this if empty

By SoCal Camper

from Redondo Beach, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy To Load
Lightweight

Cons

Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Day Hikes

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

I was looking for a lumber pack, and I bought this one mainly because the price was so good. I have taken it on a few trips, and I am ready to throw it in the trash. As soon as I add any weight to it, it becomes very uncomfortable to wear. I tried to use it this past weekend on a trip to Sequoia. The only thing I had it in was a small water bottle and a small digital camera. Hardly over-stuffed. When I put it on, the belt was very uncomfortable (no padding) and the pack swayed and bounced as I walked. Before leaving camp, I decided to just leave it behind and carry my water bottle by hand. The only good purpose it serves is as a small organizer of essentials to keep near the door of my tent.

For the pros, it seems to be well made and there is good organization in the pockets. It can hold a lot of stuff, I just can't wear it like I wanted to.

Sep

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Ideal for walkers

By Lark ascending

from Seattle, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Pros

Comfortable
Compact but roomy
Easy To Load
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Birding
Jogging
Light Loads
Walking

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

I had a difficult time choosing among waist packs, but this one turned out to be ideal for my uses. It holds a 16-0z water bottle and has room for wallet, keys, cell phone, small snack, glasses. I use it for walks, birding and even light jogging. It is also comfortable. I'm a small, short person so that is important.

Aug

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great Product

By TC

from Aurora, CO

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Highly Adjustable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Light Loads
Travel

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

Pack is lightweight,comfortable and flexible for my fly-fishing gear. Can even use it to supplement my light weight day backpack on hikes.

Jun

2011

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

One major flaw

By walkerjr

from Mountain View

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Light Loads
Travel

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

This fanny pack was exactly the type/size I wanted and I think the number of pockets and compartments are very good. However, the first day I used it, I discovered whenever I moved the pack around front or unclipped it from my waist, the straps slid out of position. This is a design flaw EASILY fixed by installing triglides. I went back to my local store and asked for them to give me the triglides free which they were more than willing to do, but they were out of stock of the 1.5" size. Two extra trips to the store to get something that should have been installed on the straps in the first place and would only add 75 cents to the cost of the pack!

Jul

2010

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Pck for all-around convenience

By j-walker

from Duluth, GA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Highly Adjustable
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Chores
Day Hikes
Extended Hikes
Heavy Loads
Light Loads
School
Travel
Wet Weather
Work

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

I love this pack as an answer to a purse and fanny pack combined. When I go for a walk, I remove some items to make it lightweight. When at work, doing chores or shopping, it becomes a purse, freeing up the shoulders with a very convenient front-loading short reach. It holds items I like to have, at times with room to spare. The top may extend out from the body a little, But this is no problem; it adjusts well. Excellent!

Sep

2010

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

purse or long walk

By mooo

from Pac NW

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Suspension
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Purse substitute

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

Nice padding..use sorta like a purse,though kinda bulky for that purpose I prefer that over lugging bag over shoulder .It's not tiny, so can transfer stuff from it to a smaller bag if the occasion arises. Have enjoyed it for long walks,car camping. Would prefer more pockets,so that more jaggedy items like keys or glasses could be properly cushioned/compartmentalized and not bump into other items inside same pocket. The outside pocket with netting and bungy cord type securing is helpful ,but not as secure;items could spill out. Using that space for cell ph and a pepper spray cartridge secured w/its own clip for quick access just in case.

Jul

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Poor strap performance

By Active Mom of Four

from Southern California

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Having to re-adjust
Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

Light Loads
Travel

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

I purchased this to replace my old small waistpack to take to a local theme park. It offers large capacity and the padding is great for lumbar and the front. However, the straps keep slipping, having to re-adjust the straps constantly, just as other users have indicated. I am returning this. Also, when the pouch becomes full, the whole pack kind of hangs out and down.

Jan

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Just as described

By maelmore

from Denver, CO

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Lightweight

Cons

Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Fishing pack

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

Good for day hikes and traveling. I will try it as a flyfishing tackle bag for summer wading, as soon as the season gets here.

Aug

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Not easy to put wate bottle in pouch.

By Carol S.

from Bend, OR

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Highly Adjustable
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Difficult To Load
Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Extended Hikes
Light Loads

Comments about REI Full Lode Waistpack:

It has ample space for day-use trips and is comfortable. It is difficult to put in water bottle in outside pocket with one-hand. It would be nice if it had two outside water pockets.