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Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09
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Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09

Item # 780621

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A proven workhorse from Kelty, the rugged, lightweight Redwing 2650 pack is a natural for day hikes yet has excellent capacity and organization for going overnight.

  • Anatomically curved shoulder straps and removable air-mesh hipbelt are sculpted to fit your body while distributing weight for load-carrying ease
  • Straps, hipbelt and padded backpanel are lined with moisture-wicking mesh that dries quickly, keeping you comfortable in the heat of hiking
  • Supportive LightBeam™ stay shaves off half the weight of traditional stays, yet are 30% stiffer
  • Sternum strap, load-lifter straps and belt stabilizers help balance the load; pulleylike Scherer Cinch™ doubles hipbelt tightening force
  • Roomy, panel-opening main compartment features an interior slab pocket and tube port for carrying various hydration reservoirs, sold separately
  • Front pocket has an organizer panel with key clip and map pocket
  • Other essentials keep organized and handy in 2 zippered side pockets, front zippered stash pocket and twin mesh water bottle pockets
  • Strap on even more equipment with daisy chain, ice-axe loop and lash tabs
  • Side compression straps help stabilize the load
  • Constructed from rugged 600-denier ripstop polyester and reinforced with 610-denier Cordura® polyester to withstand the rigors of the trail

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Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09 Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeInternal
Approximate volume2,650 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric44 liters
Average weight3 lbs. 2 oz.
Average weight - metric1.4 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
Fits torso16.5 - 18.5 inches
Dimensions22.5 x 16.5 x 13.5 inches
MaterialRipstop and oxford polyester
Number of pockets5 + main compartment
Hydration compatibleYes
Access / LoadingPanel

Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09 Customer Reviews

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Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09
 
4.0

(based on 8 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to load (8)
  • Comfortable (7)
  • Large capacity (7)
  • Good padding (6)
  • Lightweight (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day trip (7)
    • Hiking (6)
    • Backpacking (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid adventurer (5), Casual adventurer (3)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort driven (4), Minimalist (3)

    Reviewed by 8 customers

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    Jan

    1

    2009

    (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    The Organizer

    By Flys mom

    from Bend, Oregon

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Load
    • Good padding
    • Highly Adjustable
    • Large capacity

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day trip
      • Hiking

      Comments about Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09:

      Never thought I would ditch my 15 year old day pack, but within 1 hour of using this, am delighted that I did. I was looking for ONE pack to do everything --walking to work, skiing, riding my scooter, going to the gym, hiking. This pack is perfect! I use this for work - laptop & associated cords, books, folders; breakfast/lunch,gym clothes,tennis shoes.I use this for xcountry skiing - for the first time I can actually fit survivor essentials, such as a down jacket and stove. There are enough pockets I can snatch tiny items such as ski wax, headband, ipod pouch,wallet,etc. in a split second, that normally get lost & buried.

      Great supportive stay structure,has better lumbar support than average, and one of the few panel day packs with a hefty hipbelt, which I like because it takes weight off my stiff neck/shoulders when needed.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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      Feb

      20

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      An excellent pack

      By Glenardo

      from San Marcos, CA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09:

        The Kelty Redwing is an excellent all around backpack. If you are looking for a great pack that works, this is it. Don't be fooled by the large, big enough for the house backpacks. This pack will carry all that you need for an overnighter or an all week hike. Keep it simple, and get this pack!

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        May

        10

        2009

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great pack

        By boneman

        from Beaverton, OR

        About Me Casual Adventurer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy To Load
        • Good padding
        • Highly Adjustable
        • Large capacity
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09:

          For 1-3 day trips, this would be all you need. This will carry heavier loads than many similar sized packs because it has a better harness system. It's built well too. I have the 08 model and have had zero problems. I retired my 15 year old EMS 2500 day pack which till this point had been the standard bearer. Consider the torch passed.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Comfort Driven

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Nov

          12

          2009

           
          5.0

          I Love you Redwing 2650

          By Alivein85

          from Atlanta, GA

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy To Load
          • Good padding
          • Highly Adjustable
          • Large capacity
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backpacking
            • Car Camping
            • Day trip
            • Hiking

            Comments about Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09:

            I actually owned the RedCloud 4750 and spent a week hitch-hiking on the San Juan Islands off the coast of Washington and found the bag to be almost too big. I like packing very lite so i decided to slim it down a bit and trade in for the 2650. The support system is slightly less advanced on the 2650 compared to the 4750, but thats to be expected.

            This bag is perfect for day trips or if you're like me you can probably get through a week with just this bag and a couple of belongings.

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

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            Oct

            19

            2009

             
            1.0

            Tears at a touch :(

            By Soolga

            from Atlanta, GA

            About Me Casual Adventurer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy To Load
            • Large capacity

            Cons

            • Weak Seams

            Best Uses

              Comments about Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09:

              I used this roomy & comfortable backpack only 2 times and only on 1 of the occasions it was fully loaded. After that, seam above the main compartment zipper began falling apart.
              And it ruined my generally good attitude to this backpack.

              • Gift:
              • No
              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Comfort Driven

              Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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              Aug

              30

              2009

               
              3.0

              Great layout but major flaw

              By greg85

              from Yosemite, CA

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Easy To Load
              • Good padding
              • Large capacity
              • Lightweight

              Cons

              • Built for smaller torso
              • Not Adjustable Enough

              Best Uses

              • Backpacking
              • Day trip

              Comments about Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09:

              I picked this backpack up for short overnight trips (1-2 nights). I pack fairly light and can fit everything I need into it. I love how many pockets there are and it is easy to keep your items organized. For only being about 40 liters, it holds an awful lot of gear.

              The problem is, the hip strap and shoulder straps are too close together. I am 5'10" (unsure of torso measure) and with the pack resting perfectly on my hips, I can't adjust the shoulder straps to take less of a load. Over long hauls, this gets very tiresome.

              This would not be a problem if you are a shorter build or if you only had very light loads.
              Also, the hip belt needs to be cinched down almost all the way for me with my 31" waist, leaving tons of extra strap flapping around and dangling.

              I guess I made the mistake of not loading down the pack enough in the store and being too drawn in by the sale to be critical enough.

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

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Jul

              29

              2009

               
              4.0

              excellent pack

              By yogi

              from Flagstaff, AZ

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Easy To Load
              • Good padding
              • Large capacity

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Day trip
                • Hiking

                Comments about Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09:

                Excellent pack! I like the pockets... A bit uncomfortable on the spine at first. Had to bend the stay to allow full spinal arch while bent over.
                Thank you Kelty for another great pack!

                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Comfort Driven

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                Jul

                28

                2009

                 
                4.0

                part of me loves it...

                By yogi

                from Flagstaff, AZ

                About Me Avid Adventurer

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Easy To Load
                • Large capacity
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                • Insufficient Padding

                Best Uses

                • Day trip
                • Hiking

                Comments about Kelty Redwing 2650 Pack - '09:

                I'm an avid adventurer, and definitely tough on my gear. My Kelty Arrowhead, after 4 years of hardcore use, is just now starting to show signs of wear and tear. I love Kelty for this pack.

                I've only had the Redwing 2650 pack for a few weeks and have to say, it's got ample pockets and seems rugged enough to keep around for a while.

                A few things did disappoint me about this pack.
                The Single LightBeam II™ aluminum stay needs padding. It's exposed metal, it's cold on the back, and it grinds on my spine when I bend over.
                It looks as though it isn't removable, which may cause me to return an otherwise great pack.

                2 more small things... the pack could use a sturdy base... bottom is a bit saggy for my liking. Also, I enjoyed finding hidden pockets in my last Kelty pack, this bag has none.

                Overall, awesome pack, but the central metal stay is giving me second thoughts about my purchase.
                Hopefully Kelty will fix this somehow...

                • Gift:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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