REI Co-op  Flash 18 Pride Edition Pack

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$39.95
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Lightweight yet big enough to hold the Ten Essentials, our REI Co-op Flash 18 Pride Edition pack is a trail favorite of hikers everywhere. It's durable, water-resistant and made with recycled fabric.

Color: Astral Purple
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Features

  • Recycled ripstop nylon fabric features a nonfluorinated durable water repellent (DWR) finish to help moisture bead up on the surface
  • Waistbelt and sternum strap can be detached to save weight, bringing total pack weight from 9.5 oz. down to 7.7 oz.
  • Hydration-compatible design includes a hose exit port and an internal sleeve with a hang loop for a reservoir (reservoir not included)
  • Back panel is lightly padded; pad slips out for use as a sit pad
  • Breathable mesh shoulder straps have fold-over padding that softens contact with your neck and shoulders
  • Single-handed, quick-pull drawcord with small weather flap seals the top
  • Zippered side pocket for easy access and added security
  • Sunglass loop on left shoulder strap lets you hang your shades
  • 2 interior slip pockets
  • Exterior loops can be used to lash on extra gear, add compression or tie the Flash 18 to a larger pack
  • For use in your larger backpack or duffel, this pack converts into a stuff sack simply by turning it inside out
  • REI Co-op brand is certified to The Climate Label; we actively fund efforts to reduce carbon emissions across our business and support climate projects around the world
  • Product meets the bluesign criteria

Imported.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Hiking

Bag Style

Backpack

Frame Type

Frameless

Ultralight

Yes

Gear Capacity (L)

18 liters

Gear Capacity (cu. in.)

1,098 cubic inches

Weight

9.5 ounces

Fits Torso Length (in.)

15-21 inches

Fits Waist/Hips

26-42 inches

Material(s)

70-denier recycled ripstop nylon with polyurethane coating (bluesign approved)

Pack Access

Top

Number of Exterior Pockets

1 + main compartment

Hipbelt

Yes

Raincover Included

No

Reservoir Compatible

Yes

Dimensions

18 x 10 x 8 inches

Gender

Unisex

Sustainability

Contains recycled materials

Product meets the bluesign® criteria

From a Climate Label Certified brand

Buying Advice

How to Choose Daypacks

By Activity

  • Hiking: can hold a water reservoir and available in different torso sizes for right fit
  • Climbing: narrow profile, abrasion-resistant reinforcements
  • Traveling: pockets or compartments for organization, carry-on size

Capacity

  • Packs that hold 20L or less are best for runs, day hikes, mountain biking or short trips.
  • Packs between 20–35L are great for longer day hikes and as a travel carry-on.
  • Packs holding 35–50L work for extended trips and mountaineering or climbing that calls for extra equipment.

Fit

The right daypack fit offers:

  • A size appropriate for your torso length (not your overall height)
  • A comfortably snug grip on your hips
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Reviews
20 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars

Ratings Snapshot

Product Rating

4.6
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11 out of 13 (85%) reviewers recommend this product

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5 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars
A Cute & Comfortable Trail Bag
Clare
1 year ago
This is a great trail bag! Easily fits my water bottle and other day-hike essentials, lightweight and comfortable to wear, cute design, and well-made. Shoulder straps, collar straps, and waist straps are easily adjustable. I do wish the loops/small straps on the shoulder straps were sewn slightly higher. I like to clip items (safety whistle, small flashlight, sunglasses) to the shoulder straps for easy access and I find that, even though the shoulder straps themselves are adjustable, those smaller loops/straps are lower (sitting at my ribcage) than I would like (sitting beneath my collarbone). There is a sleeve-like pocket against the back panel which is convenient for a small dromedary pouch or even a tablet, but only one other pocket on the outside of the bag, which I like to use for easy access to sunglasses, chapstick, sunscreen, etc. Wish there was a smaller zippered pouch inside the bag itself for keys/phone/the like when that outside pocket is already full. Without it, this bag kind of has the tote-bag effect of all my little things ending up at the bottom and difficult to dig out.
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Clare
48 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
Stick to the OUTSIDE not personal choice
Sandbag
4 months ago
I am keeping my product review focused on the product and the use of it, it makes me feel bad. I am not pride flag material and they do not have a special backpack for me or people like me. This is divisive and what we do with our intimate time with others should not go into creating gear for the outside. So sad that REI feels the need to make a few bucks on these with a rainbow flag - where are all the other flags in the world that represent all of us?
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Sandbag
Sadly, California
21 people found this review helpful
Happy
North Carolina
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Beautiful 😍

2 months ago

REI flashbacks are pretty handy. I've had several over the last couple of years and they've held up pretty well. This design in particular is fantastic. Love the beautiful colors and what they represent. I hope certain other reviewers stay mad about it - they sound like genuinely miserable people who don't understand why representation is important 🥱

Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product

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jsndwll
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

love it

2 months ago

To the person who gave this one star because it featured a pride flag and claimed there weren’t any options available for them, I want to assure you that all other options are designed to accommodate your preferences.

Age:35–44
Yes , I recommend this product

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Clare
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

A Cute & Comfortable Trail Bag

1 year ago

This is a great trail bag! Easily fits my water bottle and other day-hike essentials, lightweight and comfortable to wear, cute design, and well-made. Shoulder straps, collar straps, and waist straps are easily adjustable. I do wish the loops/small straps on the shoulder straps were sewn slightly higher. I like to clip items (safety whistle, small flashlight, sunglasses) to the shoulder straps for easy access and I find that, even though the shoulder straps themselves are adjustable, those smaller loops/straps are lower (sitting at my ribcage) than I would like (sitting beneath my collarbone). There is a sleeve-like pocket against the back panel which is convenient for a small dromedary pouch or even a tablet, but only one other pocket on the outside of the bag, which I like to use for easy access to sunglasses, chapstick, sunscreen, etc. Wish there was a smaller zippered pouch inside the bag itself for keys/phone/the like when that outside pocket is already full. Without it, this bag kind of has the tote-bag effect of all my little things ending up at the bottom and difficult to dig out.

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KTJ
PA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great budget daypack :)

3 months ago

lovely light day pack, love the thought put into modularity :)

Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product

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KBee
PA
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

cute, but drawstring closure gets annoying

3 months ago

I got this bag a few weeks ago before a hiking trip. It worked, but the drawstring closure annoyed me after a while. I will be returning and looking at zippered options. I also wish there was a place for a water bottle on the outside (without having to go through the zippered pocket!)

Age:25–34
No, I do not recommend this product

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walkingonagoldenvine
Dallas
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Luxury Sackpack

2 months ago

Really great sack pack! Easy to throw in a travel suitcase. It fits great on the shoulders. You can crumble it up into nothing.

Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Colleen
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great little hiking bag!

1 month ago

I really like this bag. It’s light and there is a place to put a water bladder if you like that sort of thing. I don’t like drinking out of plastic, but there is a very well hidden long zipper compartment along one side that fits a Path metal water bottle very well. There is a cross-chest strap that I use all the time, and a removable hip strap (that I removed, because I don’t carry much weight when I hike. Drawstring top is really cleverly done. And I LOVE the colors! I ❤️🌈

Yes , I recommend this product

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Sandbag
Sadly, California
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Stick to the OUTSIDE not personal choice

4 months ago

I am keeping my product review focused on the product and the use of it, it makes me feel bad. I am not pride flag material and they do not have a special backpack for me or people like me. This is divisive and what we do with our intimate time with others should not go into creating gear for the outside. So sad that REI feels the need to make a few bucks on these with a rainbow flag - where are all the other flags in the world that represent all of us?

No, I do not recommend this product

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Julian
California
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great little bag

1 month ago

Don't let all of the weirdos trying to review-bomb this thing fool you – they just can't deal with a marginalized community getting a little positive attention, and this is a great little bag! The rainbow is subtle and cute. It's simple, lightweight, has all of the features I need, and is deceptively capacious. Thanks REI!

Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'8"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Jim
San Diego
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Proud and so useful

3 weeks ago

My granddaughter loved it for traveling to Italy. She was very impressed by its light weight size and carrying ability.

Age:Under 18
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Yes , I recommend this product

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