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Kelty Redwing 50 Pack
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The Kelty Redwing 50 pack is a tried-and-true workhorse. This rugged and comfortable pack is a great choice for day hiking and also has excellent capacity and organization for urban adventures.
Shop similar products- Anatomically curved shoulder straps and a padded hipbelt help distribute weight for load-carrying ease
- Shoulder straps, hipbelt and ventilated back panel are lined with moisture-moving mesh that dries quickly, helping you stay comfortable in the heat of hiking
- Stiff single stay shaves weight compared to traditional stays; HDPE framesheet adds support
- Sternum strap and load-lifter straps help balance the load; pulleylike Scherer Cinch makes it easy to tighten the hipbelt
- Roomy, panel-loading main compartment features an interior reservoir sleeve and tube port for carrying a hydration reservoir (sold separately)
- Large front pocket contains an organizer panel with a key fob and map pocket
- Organize small essentials in 2 zippered side pockets and small zippered front stash pocket
- Attach equipment to the exterior of the pack with a daisy chain and an ice-axe loop
- 4 side compression straps help stabilize the load
- The Kelty Redwing 50 pack is made with rugged 420-denier polyester and reinforced with 450-denier oxford polyester
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View the Kelty Redwing Product LineView all Kelty Daypacks| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Bag Style | Backpack |
| Frame Type | Internal Frame |
| Material(s) | Ripstop polyester/polyester oxford |
| Frame Material | HDPE/aluminum |
| Number of Stays | 1 |
| Pack Access | Top / front |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 5 + main compartment |
| Hipbelt | Yes |
| Gender | Unisex |
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New Do-It-All Backpack for World Travel
Jakatannel11 years ago
After 34 years of military service, I recently retired having used dozens of different backpacks over the years to travel around the world from a metropolis to deep jungles. Each pack had it pros and cons, but it was only after I retired that I found THE backpack that could do it all. The Kelty Redwing 50 is that backpack!! This pack can carry all the things I need day-to-day, fit in the upper storage of any airplane, organize all my "things and trinkets" allowing me to find things in the dark, and is comfortable for as long as I need to carry it. Superb backpack, which is why it has been around this long. Perfect!
Jakatannel
Nashville
13 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Not as good as the old Redwing 50
Hiker5111 years ago
I use this pack as my one and only for work and recreation every weekend. I like the weight being lighter than the 12 year old Redwing 50 I had. I don't like the extra pocket on the top. It gives you more room, but if you have any thing in that pocket it makes it difficult to put anything bulky in the main pocket. I liked the size of my old RW 50 pack better. I had to take the first one back as it had a torn pocket that I didn't notice at the store. It was poor sewing. An issue I would not expect from Kelty. The second seems to be ok, but I have my doubts about the zippers. That's why I had to get another pack, the zippers failed and no one would try to fix it because of the way the pack was put together. I would have bought another pack, but the size was close to what I needed and it was on sale. It's ok, but I like things to last if I pay this kind of cash for it. We'll see how it lasts.
Hiker51
Central Oregon
3 people found this review helpful
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Jakatannel
Nashville
New Do-It-All Backpack for World Travel
11 years ago
After 34 years of military service, I recently retired having used dozens of different backpacks over the years to travel around the world from a metropolis to deep jungles. Each pack had it pros and cons, but it was only after I retired that I found THE backpack that could do it all. The Kelty Redwing 50 is that backpack!! This pack can carry all the things I need day-to-day, fit in the upper storage of any airplane, organize all my "things and trinkets" allowing me to find things in the dark, and is comfortable for as long as I need to carry it. Superb backpack, which is why it has been around this long. Perfect!
Yes , I recommend this product
RHSCOS
Colorado
Practical Daypack
12 years ago
I own the old-style Redwing 44 which is fine for a summer hike when extra supplies and clothing are not necessary. The RW50 is a better option for packing a bit more stuff, especially in the Rockies where you do need to plan ahead. I wasn't sure about the new design; I miss the outer/inside pockets BUT the larger pocket on top of the pack makes up for it. I can store rainwear/first aid/etc without having to open the main compartment...that is nice. I tried the Osprey Kestrel (my first choice) and others. The Kelty just fit me right and that's the main thing. So, comparatively, it lacks a few bells and whistles but it feels right. For an overnight hike I'd go with a larger pack.
Yes , I recommend this product
Tritium Photography
Raleigh, NC
Still one of the best packs
10 years ago
This pack is awesome. I had a Redwing 3100 many many moons ago that I loved which went away under certain circumstances. So I just picked this gem up from the Raleigh, NC REI store and it is just as impressive as my old 3100. I love the handle on the daisy chain(I added some paracord to it). The design and layout of the bag is pretty much everything I have ever looked for in a bag. Super comfy and overall not too heavy and very stable once cinched down. This is pretty much "The one bag to rule them all"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yes , I recommend this product
NewEngland419
Massachusetts
Excellent pack
12 years ago
Great pack. My favorite thing about it is its versatility. I use this every weekend for one thing or another. If I'm going to the resort, it fits ski boots, pants, jacket, goggles, gloves, and skis. Its so great to have this and not have to worry where everything is and to have your hands free walking from the car to the resort. I would buy this pack just for that reason. I've used it on day hikes, overnight hikes, and a three day camping trip. I think anything over three days would probably be pushing it for space. Great durability as well. All of the clips, straps, and zippers still work great. No tears or rips in the fabric. Excellent pack for any type of outing under 4 days
Yes , I recommend this product
Todd the Hiker
Morrow, OH, United States
A Nice Upgrade from My Redwing 44
11 years ago
This is my 4th Kelty daypack and as my hiking adventures have grown bigger, so has my pack size. Kelty produces a quality product at a competitive price and the Redwing 50 is no exception. Tried it out last weekend on a short hike and looking forward to using it on some longer hikes soon. The Redwing 50 fits all my standard survival gear with plenty of room for food and extra clothing, suitable for longer day hikes and even a short overnighter. I've outgrown rather than worn out my previous Kelty daypacks, they are tough and I expect to see many years of service from this one, too!
Yes , I recommend this product
jmlynn
Denver, CO
Couldn't dream of a better pack.
12 years ago
I have owned the previous version of this pack for almost four years now. I could never have asked for anything better. I used this pack everyday as a college pack for textbooks and laptops. On the weekends, I would take it to the grocery store (about .75 mi away) and load it full of groceries for the week. During the summer I would use it for 1-2 day trips into the mountains. It was also my primary carry-on for traveling stateside and abroad (Note: fully loaded with a week's worth of clothes it will push the limits of fitting into an overhead bin but if your are careful and use the compression straps you wont have a problem). This pack has gone everywhere with me. 3 continents, dozens of states, and all kinds of wilderness. The only breakdowns I have had is 1) minimal wear and tear on the base of the pack from being dragged around 2) the sternum strap came off of the shoulder strap due to overloading 3) the stitching on the base of the shoulder strap broke about a year into use (fixed it with simple stitching of my own but I always carry needle and thread in the side pocket just in case). Can't recommend this pack enough. 4 years of use and still going strong, no need to replace it yet, but I do look forward to investing in the next generation in the future. I always say, If I'm traveling somewhere for < 1 week and I cant find a way to fit everything I need inside this pack, then I just need to reevaluate my packing priorities.
Yes , I recommend this product
UL Marcel
Minnesota
Go To Pack
11 years ago
This is my go to pack for every occasion for five years. If it does not fit in the Redwing, I leave it at home. Fifty liters sustains me for three days hiking or five days on the road. I traded out a 70 liter UL pack that did not have as much support for the comfort and adjustability of the Redwing. This added a little over a pound with the added benefit of accessibility (front loading), pockets (fits all my rain gear in half a pocket), tent pole pockets (awesome), and attachment points (pad), which extend the capacity of the pack. I have travelled across the continent with this pack and easily put it in the overhead, strapping coat on top to quickly get from gate to gate and down the aisle of the plane.
Yes , I recommend this product
Senior Trekker
Santa Rosa, California
Excellent Utility Bag
11 years ago
I think the bags in the Redwing line are currently Kelty's best product offerings. Practical, durable and well thought-out. There is a lot to like about utilitarian design and the Redwing is all about utility, not gimmick. It is a very good travel bag and also serves as an excellent day-hiker/over-nighter for the woods. I use both the 44 and the 50 and have owned the 2650 and 3100 and all of them have been bomb-proof, comfortable packs. Yep, there are a lot of other products out there in the segment but in my view none of them comes close to the Redwing. Though it is not the lightest or the "coolest", the Redwing is the best for its intended purposes and doesn't cost much either. Good bag, good company, I like it.
Yes , I recommend this product
Gary Yang
Seattle, WA, United States
Great backpack for travelling
11 years ago
I was looking for a backpack that is comfortable, sturdy, functional and could also be used as a carry-on on airplanes. That means it should be easily fit into the overhead luggage compartment and easy to carry around in tight spaces. While I don't need a heavy-duty backpack for many days of outdoor living, I would still like the backpack to have enough capacity for overnight hikes. This backpack fit my needs nicely. I recently used it for my vacation to England. It was comfortable carrying it around in day-tours, hikes, and around the city.
Yes , I recommend this product
Nelsonmd
Boston, MA
Favorite do-everything pack
12 years ago
I bought this bag at REI in Boulder CO in 2005, and it has been my main backpack for just about everything. It is great for winter day hikes with room for extra clothing, food, etc. For summer it is fine, but not particularly cool compared to well-ventilated bags. It is quite comfortable with a small load too, and the side cinch straps do a good job tightening things down. I have also been around the world with it, travelling for 2-3 weeks at a time, and this bag has been great to travel with. I have always carried it on with no problem, and it is pretty comfortable to walk long ways while fully loaded. It finally started showing wear about 2 years ago, with the internal separator between the 2 side pouches and the main compartment splitting at the top seam, but this has little effect on function, and is the only sign of wear so far. The zippers have been perfect.
Yes , I recommend this product
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