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REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - 2009 Special Buy
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The REI Venus 75 pack is built to carry all the creature comforts. Features quick access and an ultra-adjustable suspension.
- Not just a small men's pack, it features a slim width and a short height, and its anatomic, ergonomic shoulder straps and hipbelt fit a woman's shape
- Enjoy dual access to pack via the top-loading opening and the horseshoe-shaped, zippered front panel opening, which works much like a duffel opening
- With a ''rip-and-stick'' torso adjustment, shoulder strap system easily slides along pack's frame to fit torsos of varying lengths
- Removable top lid pocket with water-repellent zipper lets you stash your essentials to bring into tent, so pack can stay outside or in vestibule
- Zippered pocket under lid stores maps and keys, spare batteries and other small essentials
- Front panel features a welded, water-repellent zippered pocket for storing often-used gear
- Precurved shoulder straps match your anatomy for non-binding comfort on and off the trail
- Dual-density foam padded back panel provides a comfortable and supportive fit when carrying heavy loads
- Precurved hipbelt is designed to cradle hip bones for a natural fit and to distribute weight without sagging
- Hipbelt webbing system allows you to use a natural forward pulling motion for quick, easy cinching and precise adjustment
- Internal sleeping-bag compartment with a zippered divider separates it from gear and clothes in the main compartment
- Utilizing 4 buckles, the pack's streamlined compression system lets you cinch and strap down loads for jostle-free carrying
- Concave head pod at the top of pack gives your head freedom of movement—no more staring at the ground
- 2 side pockets—1 zip and 1 mesh—hold water bottles, energy bars and other essentials you want close at hand
- Hipbelt pocket stores those small essentials you want at your finger tips, such as lip balm and sunscreen
- Lash points on the other side of hipbelt let you attach camera and GPA pouches
- Straps on bottom of pack let you lash on sleeping pad
- Hydration-compatible design features an internal reservoir sleeve and dual exit ports for drinking tube; hydration reservoir sold separately
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REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - 2009 Special Buy Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (9)
- Easy to load (8)
- Good padding (8)
- Large capacity (8)
- Highly adjustable (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended trips (9)
- Heavy loads (5)
- Travel (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual adventurer (6)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (4), Survivalist / minimalist (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 9 customers
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
- No day pack that detaches
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
I am 5'2" and borrowed a different pack from a friend for a hut trip. I ended up carrying all of the weight on my shoulders. This pack fit me perfectly! The weight is on my hips. Very comfortable. I only gave it a 4 star rating because there is no detachable day pack.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
I'm 5'7" and 115 pounds and have been having problems finding packs that rest easy on my bony frame. At last! The Venus rides comfortably on my hipbones without pain or bruises/sore spots. The straps adjusted wonderfully so it didn't shift on my body as I moved around. I did trail work lopping brush while wearing it and sometimes hardly noticed it was there. It's easy to pack, the bottom compartment is perfectly sized for a tent. Very easy to stuff and keep items organized. The only major gripe I have with it is the lost opportunity of having a detachable daypack. Otherwise it would be perfect and the only pack I would ever need.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Good Suspension
- Large Capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
- Travel
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
We backpacked in Zimbabwe for more than a week, and this pack remained comfortable in every way. Even when packed full, the fit of this pack on the body makes it feel very light and completely stable while you are walking with it. This pack traveled on eight planes during that trip, and nothing ever snagged or was damanged by airline equipment. I cannot recommend this enough, especially for thinner women (I am a little tall and have a long torso).
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Good Suspension
- Highly Adjustable
Cons
- Can have more compartment
- No detachable day pack
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Travel
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
I am petite 5'4 and I have returned a lot of backpacks to REI, because they did not fit my frame properly, too big, too bulky, and if small then with little or no adjustment to fit my shape.
With this pack, I have backpacked to Dominican Republic, Haiti, Mexico, Belize and Guatemalan. And also have hiked from North rim to South rim in the Grand Canyon. I think this pack has been my best friend in all these trips. I think I have found the perfect one finally. At this price, this pack is a steal.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Good Suspension
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
I have used this pack for several backpacking trips ranging from one night to 2-3 nights. It fits everything I need and fits well (once you adjust everything to your size).
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Suspension
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
- Lightweight
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
- Travel
- Wet Weather
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
I was on the fence about this pack but went for it because of the extra size. Just got it in the mail, and I am so excited to gear up with this baby! First, the color is fantastic--it's not plain blue as the picture suggests, but a beautiful teal/blue. The zippers are completely watertight and there are so many little compartments to keep your stuff organized, I can't imagine ever losing anything in this bag.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Good Suspension
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Day Hikes
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
I bought this pack to carry my camping and climbing gear. I love the adjustable suspension (once my husband showed me how to do it.) I'm 5'9" and have a very short torso, but the rip n stick shoulder straps can be adjusted to fit me perfectly. And when we took my 3 kids climbing with all of their gear too, there was enough room for 4 harnesses, my helmet, shoes, lunch, and toys. It is very easy to get into all parts of the pack. The pockets on the waist straps are very convenient for my camera and sunscreen.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Good Suspension
- Large Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Travel
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
My friend and I each bought this pack to travel around Argentina for 2 weeks and it was perfect. Compartments on the outside made things easy to access, and there were enough to be useful, but not so many to be overkill. The large main compartment can be accessed from top through drawstring or bottom through zipper, which is nice when you don't want to pull everything out to get at something in the bottom. There is also a convenient inner zippered pocket on the top attachment where we stuffed valuables.
Since then I've used it on several backpacking trips and found even more reasons to love it. It's extremely comfortable and highly adjustable so you can distribute the weight however you prefer. It seems durable - I haven't put it through anything too extreme, but zippers, clips, and everything are still holding up. I also haven't been in any heavy downpours, but it's water resistant in light rain and I've never had anything inside get wet.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
- Travel
Comments about REI Venus 75 Pack - Women's - '09 Special Buy:
I used this pack on 5 week trip around Europe, as well as some additional traveling in the states. It is fabulous. Easy to load, comfortable, and includes lots of different compartments for organizing and storing various items. My housemate has an older model and we both are attached to our packs. At this lower price, you can't go wrong.
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