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REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's

Item # 778472

$129.00

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Generous in features and miserly in weight, the multiday REI Flash 50 women's pack has a balanced mix of light weight, versatile features and comfortable suspension.

  • Removable framesheet/stays and top lid let you create a minimalist configuration for incredible weight savings
  • Minimalist configuration weighs a scant 29 oz.
  • Precurved hipbelt is designed to cradle hip bones for a natural fit and to distribute weight without sagging
  • Hipbelt webbing system lets you use a natural forward pulling motion for quick, easy cinching and precise adjustment
  • Hipbelt has a zippered pocket for on-the-go access to essentials such as snacks and lip balm; lash points on the other side let you attach camera and GPS pouches
  • Precurved, dual-density padded shoulder straps match your anatomy for nonbinding comfort and stability on and off the trail
  • Backpanel and lumbar feature mesh-covered perforated foam for breathability and a fixed suspension system for low weight and easy use
  • Twin aluminum tube stays and precurved, perforated HDPE framesheet maximize structure and minimize weight
  • Underneath the lid, over-the-top compression strap pulls load in close to your back and provides a place for lashing on bulky items such as climbing ropes
  • Over-the-top compression strap has a thin storage pocket to stash a few small essentials; clip for key and a rip-and-stick closure keep cash and ID secure
  • Deep catch-all front pocket keeps large often-used items within easy reach for long day trips and peak bagging
  • Large, gusseted mesh side pockets hold items for quick access
  • Water-resistant zippers on top and front pockets, and a rip-and-stick closure on pocket underneath lid allow you to stash valuables away from the elements
  • Multiple lash points on top pocket and front of pack let you strap on bulky gear (such as a bear-proof canister) or add your own bungee system
  • Quick-release side compression straps secure both large and small loads for increased stability
  • Hanging inner sleeve and clips provide 2 options to hold a variety of hydration reservoirs (sold separately); dual exit ports allow drinking tube to route over either shoulder
  • Simple, lightweight tool attachments let you quickly stash trekking poles and ice axes
  • 140-denier nylon ripstop construction provides durability without increased weight; polyurethane coating adds weather resistance

    Spec chart based on size Medium. Specifications for sizes Small and Large torso / waist and hips / base volume / weight are as follows:
  • Small: 15-17 in. / 26-31 in. / 2,868 cu. in. (47 liters) / 2 lbs. 8 oz. (1.13kg)
  • Large: 17-19 in. / 31-37 in. / 3,235 cu. in. (53 liters) / 2 lbs. 11 oz. (1.22kg)

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Item 778472

REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

GenderWomen's
Frame typeInternal
Backpack styleUltralight backpack
Approximate volume3,051 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric50 liters
Average weight2 lbs. 10 oz.
Average weight - metric1.19 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
Fits torso16 - 18 inches
Fits waist/hips28 - 34 inches
MaterialNylon
Frame materialHDPE/aluminum
Number of stays2
Number of pockets5 + main compartment
Access / LoadingTop
Sleeping bag compartmentNo

REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's Customer Reviews

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REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's
 
4.7

(based on 6 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (6)
  • Lightweight (6)
  • Good padding (4)
  • Highly adjustable (4)
  • Easy to load (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

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

    Reviewed by 6 customers

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    Mar

    26

    2009

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Phenomenal!

    By debmonster

    from New York, NY

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Load
    • Good Padding
    • Lightweight
    • Smart Design
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Small Hipbelt Pocket

    Best Uses

    • Extended Hikes
    • Light Loads
    • Lightweight Backpacking

    Comments about REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's:

    I go out on 2-3 day backpack trips a few times per month and the minimalist configuration is a PERFECT weekend pack! I also take 6-7 day backpack vacations and can still fit all of my ultralight gear in this pack using the traditional setup.

    The smart design and shape of the main pack and the 2 outer front pockets provide enough room to pack everything I need for a full week's trip. The side pockets are big enough to carry a Platy bottle, bag of trail mix, camera, alcohol stove & fuel, etc. And I can reach into the pockets without having to remove the pack, so I can snack as I hike. I like the front loops for attaching optional straps and am happy to see lash points for my bear canister on the lid. I loaded the pack up with 33 lbs. just to see how it would feel with 6 days worth of food, and it still fit well and carried very comfortably!

    I waited over 5 years to find a great new WOMEN'S lightweight pack with all the features I wanted and am so happy that I found the Flash 50. My only tiny, tiny complaint would be that the mesh hipbelt pocket needs to be bigger. I like to carry an energy bar and lip balm in there and it's just a bit snug for the bar. Still, this is one phenomenal pack! Thank you REI for giving us girls some lightweight options!

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

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    Mar

    15

    2009

    (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good pack for price

    By AEL

    from wash dc

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Highly Adjustable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Strappy

    Best Uses

    • Day Hikes
    • Light Loads
    • Travel

    Comments about REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's:

    I am impressed with this pack, comfortable. I might want to try out the larger size next though for my purposes.
    Loaded this one with 25-30 lbs. The strap for across your chest was lower than others. I could wear it for hours at home. Great quality for that kind of price!

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

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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    Aug

    25

    2009

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great Bag for a Great Price

    By Lillyfrog

    from Walnut Creek

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Extended Hikes
      • Light Loads
      • Travel

      Comments about REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's:

      I bought this bag at the beginning of summer for Yosemite. I love it so much, this pack is very adjustable and light. I have a very small frame, I am about 5"1 and this pack fits me very comfortably. Most trips I carry about 35 - 40 pounds. I also used it on a week trip around several national parks and it carried everything I needed. I like all of the pockets for small things and it has many loops for other attachments, the clips at the bottom are excellent for your sleeping bag.

      I would recommend a hydration pack since it has the compartment and is easy to use, because the mesh pockets on the side are hard to reach if you have small arms.

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

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      14

      2009

       
      5.0

      Took on my European Adventure

      By Sierra Fisherman/Euro Traveler

      from Loomis, CA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

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

      Cons

      • More pockets

      Best Uses

      • Extended Hikes
      • Travel

      Comments about REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's:

      I used the Flash 50 on a 5-week trip through Europe, and it was wonderful. It worked as a carry-on size for the plane which was an absolute necessity. I used/carried it almost daily, on and off trains, in and out of hostels, around the streets of Paris, Berlin, and Rome.
      I packed it full--about 30lbs and really feared it would rip, but there was never a problem.

      I plan on using this on some backpack trips in the mountains of California next summer.

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

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Sep

      14

      2009

       
      5.0

      A great pack

      By Nancy J.

      from San Joaquin Valley, CA, USA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Good Padding
      • Highly Adjustable
      • Large Capacity
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Extended Hikes

        Comments about REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's:

        I got this pack in spring of '09 and used it all summer to hike in Yosemite. I had it out once each month from trips ranging in length from overnight to 7 days (over Labor Day). I pack light, and I had some space to spare even on the long trip when I carried a small bear canister. The fit is very comfortable and adjustable, and I can really make the pack fit tight against me when I want to, which is often my preference. I was able to strap my sleeping pad vertically to the back by adding some shock cord, and the mesh pockets on the side are just the right size for the things I need to carry in them (including folded tent poles). I was uncertain at first about the large pocket that forms on the front of the bag, but it has turned out to be useful for carrying some items and especially good for sorting gear when the bag is off at night. I am really happy with this backpack.

        • Gift:
        • Yes
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Jul

        20

        2009

         
        5.0

        Great lightweight pack

        By coach

        from Central Washington

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day Hikes
          • Extended Hikes
          • Light Loads

          Comments about REI Flash 50 Pack - Women's:

          This a great pack. I am a guy and my local store was out of the larger sized Flash 50's in the mens size, so I got the womens instead. I see no difference expect in color. I was able to fit all my gear for a 3-day trip into this bag, with nothing strapped to the outside. There was still room to spare at the top of the bag. My old bag weighed 6.5 pounds and was cavernous, I found myself carrying around upwards of 40 pounds. With such a small bag like this I am really forced to think about what I am packing. I made this last trip with a scant 26 pounds on my back!

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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