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#5 in Travel Backpacks

REI Co-op Ruckpack 40

Name: REI Co-op Ruckpack 40
Brand: REI Co-op
Rating: 8.5 (1 reviews)

REI Co-op

$130.00 – $160.00

REI's in-house 40L travel pack with a U-zip panel-loading design and integrated rain cover. The adjustable torso length fits backs from 15 to 21 inches, and the recycled bluesign-approved fabric meets sustainability standards.

8.5

Excellent

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

8.4

User Sentiment

8.7

Value Score

8.0

Complaint Risk

8.9

Freshness

8.0

Community

8.6

Availability

8.8

Pros

Integrated rain cover included
Integrated rain cover included
Adjustable torso length
Adjustable torso length
Recycled sustainable materials
Recycled sustainable materials

Cons

Less structured than clamshell designs
Less structured than clamshell designs
REI members get better pricing
REI members get better pricing

Don't buy this if…

The integrated rain cover adds weight — remove it if you are an ultralight packer in dry climates.
The integrated rain cover adds weight — remove it if you are an ultralight packer in dry climates.