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Kelty Red Cloud Backpack

Hiking & Camping > BackpacksRated: ***** by 4 reviews.

REI

When you're packing along the kitchen sink and more, the women's Kelty Red Cloud 5000 will comfortably haul your gear for a multiday trip or a luxurious overnight outing.

  • The Kelty Red Cloud 5000 is designed to comfortably fit a woman's shape; Cloudlock™ II suspension adjusts for a customized fit
  • Rip-and-stick adjustment allows the suspension to easily slide up and down on pack's frame to fit torsos of various lengths
  • High-density polyethylene (HDPE) framesheet and Lightbeam II™ dual aluminum stays provide load support, stability and shock absorption
  • Ventilated back panel, shoulder straps and hipbelt contour to your body without rubbing or chaffing
  • Removable, dual-density foam hipbelt features a HDPE reinforcement that evens out pressure against hips for comfort and support
  • Sternum strap, load-lifter straps and belt stabilizers help balance the load; pulleylike Scherer Cinch™ makes tightening the hipbelt a breeze
  • Combination panel- and top-loading design provides easy access to all corners of the main compartment
  • Separate, zippered sleeping bag compartment has external straps for a sleeping pad
  • Hydration sleeve accommodates a reservoir up to 3 liters (sold separately)
  • Spacious, zippered side pockets and hipbelt pockets, 2 mesh water bottle pockets and a large front pocket with organizer keep all of your essentials handy
  • Daisy chain, ice-axe loop and lash tabs let you strap on additional gear to the outside of the pack
  • Removable top lid converts to a waistpack for short forays away from camp
  • Spindrift collar cinches down over the main compartment to seal out rain and snow
  • Side compression straps secure and stabilize the load

Paragon Sports

Made specifically for women, the Red Cloud 5000 features the new, easily adjustable Cloudlock II suspension system with a ventilating waist belt, backpanel, and shoulder straps.

Features:

  • Belt stabilizers; Scherer Cinch waist belt (US Pat #5,465,886)
  • Carry handle; Women’s-specific suspension
  • CloudLoc II Adjustable Suspension; LightBeam II dual aluminum stays
  • Daisy chain; Ice-axe loops
  • HDPE frame sheet; Ventilating waistbelt, backpanel, and shoulder straps
  • HDPE reinforced waistbelt; Dual density foam waist belt
  • Hydration compatible; Front-panel access
  • Lash tabs; Key fob
  • Load compression strap; Spindrift collar
  • Load-lifter/Stabilizer straps; Sternum strap
  • Materials: Body Fabric: 600D polyester ripstop and 600D polyester oxford Reinforcement Fabric: 610D polyester cordura
  • Mesh water bottle pockets; Side compression straps
  • Reservoir sleeve; Zippered side pockets
  • Specifications: Volume: 5000 in3 / 82 L, Weight: 5 lb. 6 oz. / 2.4 kg Dimensions: Length: 35" / 89 cm; Width: 17.5" / 44 cm, Depth: 15" / 38 cm
  • Top lid converts to a fanny pack; Large front pocket
  • Top loading; Sleeping bag compartment
  • Wicking backpanel; Padded backpanel and shoulder straps
  • Zippered waist belt pockets; Removable waistbelt

Dick's Sporting Goods

Whether you're out on the trail for multiple nights or just taking a day hike, the Red Cloud 5000-W pack from Kelty(r) is full of features that can handle any outing.

Features:

  • Body Fabric: 600D polyester ripstop and 600D polyester oxford
  • CloudLock™ II adjustable suspension
  • Dimensions: L 35" x W 17.5" x D 15"
  • Front-panel access, top-loading
  • HDPE frame sheet
  • HDPE reinforced, removable waistbelt
  • Hydration compatible with mesh water bottle pockets
  • Large front pocket, reservoir sleeve, zippered side pockets
  • LightBeam II™ dual aluminum stays
  • Load-lifter/stabilizer straps
  • Red Cloud 5000-W pack from Kelty®
  • Side and load compression straps
  • Sleeping bag compartment
  • Spindrift collar, daisy chain, ice axe loop, lash tabs, key fob, carry handle
  • Ventilating waistbelt, back panel, and shoulder straps
  • Volume: 82L
  • Weight: 5 lbs, 6 oz
  • Wicking back panel
  • Women's-specific suspension

This description was also provided by: FogDog Sports, Sports Authority, Modells


Ramsey Outdoor

You can’t beat this combination of features, comfort and value for the recreational backpacker.

Features:

  • Adjustable suspension
  • Aluminum stays
  • Belt stabilizers
  • Breathable backpanel with Spacermesh
  • Daisy chain
  • Fleece-lined optics pocket
  • Front panel loading
  • HDPE frame sheet
  • Hydration compatible
  • Ice axe loops
  • Internal load pocket
  • Large front pocket with
  • Lash tabs
  • Lid converts to a fanny pack
  • Load-lifter straps
  • Mesh water bottle pockets
  • Padded 2-layer shoulder straps
  • Padded 3-layer waistbelt
  • Padded backpanel
  • Scherer™ cinch
  • Security pocket
  • Side compression straps
  • Side panel additional access
  • Sleeping bag compartment
  • Spindrift collar
  • Sternum strap
  • Top panel loading
  • Zippered side pockets
  • Zippered stash pocket
  • organization

Rocky Mountain Trail

Made specifically for women, this technical multi-day hiking backpack features the new, easily adjustable Cloudlock™ II suspension system with a ventilating waist belt, backpanel, and shoulder straps.

Features:

  • Carry handle
  • Daisy chain
  • Front-panel access
  • Hydration compatible
  • Ice-axe loops
  • Key fob
  • Large front pocket
  • Lash tabs
  • Load compression strap
  • Mesh water bottle pockets
  • Reservoir sleeve
  • Side compression straps
  • Sleeping bag compartment
  • Spindrift collar
  • Top lid converts to a fanny pack
  • Top loading
  • Zippered side pockets

Backcountry.com

The Kelty Women’s Red Cloud Backpack includes plenty of space to carry your entire weekend kit, and all the pockets you need to keep it organized. A comfortable, adjustable suspension reducespressure points even when you load up every speck of the 5000cu inch space. Kelty also added a lid that converts into a fanny pack when you need to take a hike from camp or just want to go on a trail walk after work.


Appalachain Outdoors

Features: Torso Fit Range: 12-17 inches. Women's specific suspension.

Access / Loading:Top/front
Access Types:Top, front
Adjustable torso:Yes
Approximate volume:5,000 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric:82 liters
Average weight:5 lbs. 6 oz.
Average weight - metric:2.4 kilograms
Backpack style:Deluxe backpack
Capacity:5000 in3 / 82 L
Detachable Pack:Yes, lid
Dimensions:35 x 17.5 x 15 in (89 x 44 x 38 cm)
Fabric:Body Fabric 600D polyester ripstop and 600D polyester oxford
Fit:Women's
Fits torso:12 - 17 inches
Fits waist/hips:30 - 50 inches
Frame material:High-density polyethylene/aluminum
Frame type:Internal
Gear Loops:None
Hydration Compatible:Yes
Ice Axe Loops:2
Manufacturer Warranty:1 Year
Material:Ripstop/oxford polyester
Number of pockets:9 + 2 main compartments
Number of stays:2
Pockets:[External] 1 lid, 1 front, 2 side, 1 optics, 1 security, 2 water bottle
Rain Cover:No
Recommended Use:Extended backpacking trips
Shovel Pocket:No
Ski Carry:No
Sleeping Bag Compartment:Yes
Snowboard Carry:No
Suspension:2 Aluminum stays, framesheet, molded back panel
Torso Adjustment:Yes
Torso Fit Range:12 - 17" / 30 - 43 cm
Volume:5000cu in (82L)
Weight:5 lb. 6 oz. / 2.4 kg

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Legend

  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - REI
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Paragon Sports

Notes:

Ramsey Outdoor offers this product at $149.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Modells offers this product at $199.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Dick's Sporting Goods offers this product at $199.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Sports Authority offers this product at $199.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

FogDog Sports offers this product at $199.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Kelty Red Cloud Backpack Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

Love this pack!

Rating:*****
I have proven to be a hard fit and after going through 6 different packs ending in migraines and severe rubbs I was just about to give up. I am glad and relieved to say that this pack is amazing! No matter how you pack it it remains balanced. I just came back from a week long trip in New Hampshire's Pemi Wilderness and carried 43lbs with this pack like it was nothing! AND there was still plenty of room in this pack for more things (which can be a down fall, the more room you have the more you fill right)It is HIGHLY adjustable which has proven to be an asset for me.It comes with a very informative detailed booklet on fitting and adjusting that I think would be beneficial if all brands gave with their packs. It is very durable, has ample pockets. Despite that fact that it does not have a back panel like Osprey I did not find sweating to be a issue. The actual material it is made out of is very efficent at absorbing and evaporating heat and sweat. This is a excellant pack esp. for the price!
Heidi Strange Feather at REI on 09/15/2009

Awesome pack!!!

Rating:*****

I love this backpack, and it is the best that I have ever used! All the pockets are a great size, and the straps are very well padded and comfortable. The fitting is perfect for women. I have a very narrow waist, and on many backpacks I can't get the waist straps tight enough, but with this one I can! The torso adjustments allow for a great fit, and I love how you can remove some of the weight from your shoulders with the straps at the top. I can't wait to use this backpack again!!!

Kayla7 at Backcountry.com on 02/18/2009

Great Pack!

Rating:*****

I have only used it a few times, but I absolutely love it. I have a really narrow waist, but I can easily get the straps tight enough, and they are very comfortable.

I can't wait to get some more use out of it next summer!

Kayla7 at Backcountry.com on 02/18/2009

durable

Rating:*****

my buddy used this pack for our Appalachian Trail thru-hike. It lasted the trip without any problems, and he loved it. Theres plenty of space and lots of pockets, so you can keep everything neat.

Ian Mangiardi at Backcountry.com on 06/17/2009