REI Backpacks - Good?

[Gondor]

REI sells the best backpacks from other companies but has anyone tried their packs? I've been using their Traverse 30 L version for day hikes and single nigh tings during summer and it is perfect! What about REI Mars and bigger pack, any experience?

 

[Refrigerator]

REI has very good packs and they back them up with a warranty.

 

[Gondor]

I guess that's always good. I read one of your previous posts where you returned the backpack after a few years of use and you got your money back - nice.

 

[Barney]

I just checked REI backpack offer and they look great, especially new REI Crestrail 70 backpack. I wonder how they would perform under heavy load.

 

[Grizzly]

I have used several REI backpacks in the past. Their equipment is really good and the life time warrenty is often worth it allown.

Before you buy the REI gear always go to the REI outlet found on their standard website. From there you typically can find high end brand name gear cheaper than the REI gear.