If one piece of gear could sum up someone's backcounty philosophy it would be one's pack. You can pick them out on the trail. Guy with huge pack and gear strapped all over it must really care about comfort. Gal with what some would call a day pack but has been on the trail for two weeks...must be an ultralighter.
Today I would like to discuss the Kelty Coyote 4750. I have owned this pack for over a year.
This pack has many things going for it. First off the pack is very comfortable to wear. Nicely padded shoulder straps and hip belt make this wonderful to use. Straps work well and the adjustable suspension system allows for customization. This pack can hold quite a bit of gear. It sports 4750 cubic inches of space or 78 liters. 9 separate pockets are available in addition to the main compartment. The second you touch this pack you can feel it is of high quality construction and materials. I have absolutely stuffed this pack full of gear and goodies without any issues. A great little feature is the ability of the top section to convert to a small day pack.
Heavy loads are handled by the aluminum internal stays. A few times I was backpacking at close to 40 pounds and this pack could take the weight. I have not used the feature but water bladder storage is supported. A final advantage is the price. This pack is well below the cost of other competitors in its class.
I do have several issues with this backpack. A glaring problem with this pack is weight. At over 5 pounds it weighs just slightly less than my sleeping bag and tent combined. For those of you that enjoy a sleeping bag compartment this pack is not for you.
If you are not focused on weight I strongly recommend this pack. If you are or might be interested in light/ultralight backpacking this pack is too heavy to recommend.
Pros: Good Construction, Features, Affordable
Cons: Weight
Performance: 7.8
Quality: 7.9
Weight: 4
Price: 8.5
Tilt: 7
Total: 7.04
REI $160, 78 Liters, 5Lbs. 1oz
This pack has many things going for it. First off the pack is very comfortable to wear. Nicely padded shoulder straps and hip belt make this wonderful to use. Straps work well and the adjustable suspension system allows for customization. This pack can hold quite a bit of gear. It sports 4750 cubic inches of space or 78 liters. 9 separate pockets are available in addition to the main compartment. The second you touch this pack you can feel it is of high quality construction and materials. I have absolutely stuffed this pack full of gear and goodies without any issues. A great little feature is the ability of the top section to convert to a small day pack.
Heavy loads are handled by the aluminum internal stays. A few times I was backpacking at close to 40 pounds and this pack could take the weight. I have not used the feature but water bladder storage is supported. A final advantage is the price. This pack is well below the cost of other competitors in its class.
I do have several issues with this backpack. A glaring problem with this pack is weight. At over 5 pounds it weighs just slightly less than my sleeping bag and tent combined. For those of you that enjoy a sleeping bag compartment this pack is not for you.
If you are not focused on weight I strongly recommend this pack. If you are or might be interested in light/ultralight backpacking this pack is too heavy to recommend.
Pros: Good Construction, Features, Affordable
Cons: Weight
Performance: 7.8
Quality: 7.9
Weight: 4
Price: 8.5
Tilt: 7
Total: 7.04
REI $160, 78 Liters, 5Lbs. 1oz
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