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REI Flash 30 Pack

Item # 778467

$79.50

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The REI Flash 30 pack is designed to hold a day's gear so you can travel light and with great comfort.

  • Firm, dense foam framesheet is removable for going fast and light; roll it up and stow in bigger pack on multiday trips
  • Integrated shoulder and torso pads supply comfortable load carrying; adjustable, sliding sternum strap adds stability and helps keep straps ideally positioned
  • Lightweight mesh hipbelt adjusts with an ergonomic forward pulling motion, keeping pack in close for stability; hipbelt pocket allows quick access to small essentials
  • Front of pack features a bungee system and simple, lightweight tool attachments for quickly stashing trekking poles, ice axes and jacket or sit pad
  • Inside, 2 toggles hang your hydration reservoir (sold separately); central exit port allows tube to route over either shoulder
  • Water-repellent zippered top pocket and deep mesh side pockets let you stash your water bottle, GPS and other items for convenient access
  • 140-denier ripstop nylon construction provides increased durability without added weight; polyurethane coating offers weather resistance

    Specifications based on size Medium. Specifications for Large torso / waist and hips / base volume / weight are as follows:
  • Large: 18 - 20 in. / 34 - 40 in. / 1,892 cu. in. (31 liters) / 29 oz. (0.82 kg.)

Imported.

Item 778467

REI Flash 30 Pack Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeFrameless
Approximate volume1,830 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric30 liters
Average weight24 ounces
Average weight - metric0.68 kilogram
Adjustable torsoNo
Fits torso17 - 19 inches
Dimensions20.5 x 9.5 x 7 inches
MaterialRipstop nylon
Number of pockets5 + main compartment
Hydration compatibleYes
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REI Flash 30 Pack Customer Reviews

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REI Flash 30 Pack
 
4.0

(based on 10 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to load (10)
  • Comfortable (9)
  • Lightweight (9)
  • Good padding (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Light loads (7)
    • Day hikes (5)
    • Travel (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (6), Avid adventurer (4)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist (7)

    Reviewed by 10 customers

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    Mar

    3

    2009

    (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Perfect Daypack

    By JudMTB

    from Denver, CO

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Load
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Small Capacity

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Cycling
    • Day trip
    • Hiking

    Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

    I have the previous version of this pack, Jet UL (different color), and it's been great. It's lightweight, stable and comfortable. The narrow profile of the pack makes it ideal for cycling. You get plenty of ventilation and it's easy to see past when looking back over your shoulder. It's smaller in size so don't expect to cram too much into it. The only drawbacks are possibly long term durability due to it's lightweight construction and the rather high sternum strap. I use a reservoir with mine which detracts from the cargo room. That's OK though, I didn't want an overnight pack.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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    Mar

    16

    2009

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great Day Pack

    By Aesculus

    from Greenville, DE

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Load
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Delicate loops on top

    Best Uses

    • Day Hikes
    • Light Loads

    Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

    I bought this pack as a day pack after using my REI Cruise UL 60 for backpacking on the AT. I needed a light weight pack but also something with a little bit of storage and this pack has worked out great so far for short day hikes or two day flings. It is really light but also is durable when stuffed with gear that might pull or tear the fabric. The only complaint that I have against the bag is the small loops on top of the top panel. I had strapped my Garmin's clip to that as a temporary place while loading it into my car, resulting in the small loop to tear when the pack was moved. A Garmin is not a heavy device and a loop like that should not have torn as easily. In addition, the matching loop above it tore free from the same side when I pulled against it after the first one broke. I'm not sure if that is defect or maybe just a simple stiching problem.
    That problem aside, it has shown to be an awesome pack. I am looking forward to maybe seeing if I could push it as a weekend pack when carrying minimal gear.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Images shared by Aesculus

    Alongside of the AT just past Boiling Springs, PA

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    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jun

    15

    2009

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great, Versatile Pack

    By MetroNatural Backpacker

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day Hikes
      • Light Loads
      • Travel

      Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

      I really, really like this pack. I was considering the smaller 18 liter pack made by REI, but when I was at the store, it was just too uncomfortable for my frame (6' 4", 220 lbs.). The flash 30 came in a large, so I got this instead. It fits nicely for the sort of pack that it is, and is very comfortable overall. I love that the frame sheet is removable - I am taking this with me on my trip to Europe as my daypack, and will stash it in my larger pack and take it out and use it for daytrips.

      I've used this pack for school some days, putting in my running gear so I can workout after class. I've used it on one or two day hikes now and it has been great. Good customization as far as the webbing and fasteners on the back - I tend to drench my clothes in sweat, so it's nice that I can stash them on the pack to dry a little bit during my hike.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Minimalist

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      Images shared by MetroNatural Backpacker

      Lake Serene (about 1.5 hours NE of Seattle)

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      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      Aug

      28

      2009

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      Nice but fragile

      By Dolph

      from Fort Collins, CO

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy To Load
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Delicate
      • Weak Seams

      Best Uses

      • Light Loads

      Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

      Used for climbing 3-4 days a week and was not gentile with it, so I should not have been surprised when it started to tear at the bottom panel and eventually ripped at the top baffle/extension seam after 4 months. I generally overloaded it with metal gear and handled it roughly. It was confortable and well thought out in general, but don't abuse it too much or it will fail.

      • Gift:
      • Yes
      • 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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      Jul

      20

      2009

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Light and Fast

      By earlparrot

      from Boise, ID

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy To Load
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day Hikes
        • Travel

        Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

        Used the Flash 30 on 4 day mountain bike trip around Mt Hood. Good design with narrow low profile ideal for singletrack riding (hence no panniers). The lack of extra pockets and minimal extension of webbing on back merits the ding of one star. The pack is light and useful and well worth the money.

        • 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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        Oct

        24

        2009

         
        4.0

        over night pack

        By CarlBecker

        from Fairfax, Virginia

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy To Load
        • Good Padding
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Light Loads

          Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

          I was looking for something smaller than my 50L pack for overnight trips. This looks to be the one. I carried it loaded to 23 pounds up Old Rag Mt as a test. It will do nicely.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Oct

          22

          2009

           
          4.0

          Weekend pack

          By CarlBecker

          from Fairfax, Virginia

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy To Load
          • Good Padding
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Light Loads

            Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

            I am planning to spend a week in Big Bend Texas and will do one overnight hike. I have a 50L pack but don't need the volume so I purchased this pack and saved a pound. I carried all my gear except foam sleeping pad on a test hike up Old Rag. I had about 23 pounds in the pack including a 3L Platypus and two one L water bottles filled. The pack felt OK. After I reached the top I poured out two liters of water and the Flash 30 felt much better, could just be me heading down. It is very comfortable under 20 pounds. I would like a hole for the water tube in the pull collar. It would make gear access a bit better and I will probably do this.

            • Gift:
            • No
            • What Is Your Gear Style:
            • Minimalist

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            Sep

            19

            2009

             
            5.0

            More than expected

            By Shortbus

            from Edwards, CO

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy To Load
            • Good Padding
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Day Hikes
              • Light Loads
              • Travel

              Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

              I have the previous version of this pack and love it.

              I mainly use it for day hikes or fishing, but it also worked great for travel, outdoor events, road trips and even as a diaper bag.

              For a small pack, you can put a suprising amount of stuff in it and more strapped to it. Don't go overboard as I once did. For a pack this size, the shoulder straps have decent padding, but not that much.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Aug

              3

              2009

               
              4.0

              Great for Day Hikes

              By LlamaDragon

              from St. Louis, MO

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Easy To Load
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Day Hikes
                • Light Loads

                Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

                Needed a good pack for backwoods day hikes. Tried this out in the store and though the padding seems minimal it's comfortable, lightweight, and nicely priced. I also considered the REI Traverse, but I like the mesh side-pockets on this one better - they can each hold a good-sized water bottle without impacting the usable space in the pack.

                After a 10-mile field test I'm very happy with it. It has plenty of space for a day hike and could be used for an overnight trip with careful packing. Very comfortable, no issues with rubbing on the shoulders, though there isn't much (any?) ventilation on the back (otherwise I would give it 5 stars). If you sweat a lot or are hiking in very hot areas you might want something with better venting.

                The pocket for they hydration pack is sewn to the pack only at the top. At first I thought this might be a problem, that it might wear out, but it turns out that it's actually very convenient as it allows the weight of the water to be shifted (to offset an additional water bottle in a side pocket, for instance). The pocket is a little small for anything bigger than a 2-liter water bladder, though there's certainly space for a full 3-liter, it's just requires more careful adjustment for comfort.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Minimalist

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                Jul

                20

                2009

                (0 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                3.0

                asds

                By Elodie

                from aWfw

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Pros

                • Easy To Load
                • Large Capacity

                Cons

                • Bulky

                Best Uses

                • Wet Weather

                Comments about REI Flash 30 Pack:

                ...

                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Comfort Driven

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (0 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

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