Kelty Redwing 50 Internal Pack

SKU: KLTPRW50

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Shopper : Hi. I'm 175 cm and I want to know if that model could work for me?DAVE S : It will been fine for you. I am 179cm and use it all the time as a carry on for travel. This is the best backpack I have ever had. I actually bought three of them when they were on sale so I have backups in case they ever go out of production. I have had one for almost 8 years and has not failed on me yet. It fits perfectly in overhead bins of an airplane even when it's fully loaded. I like the fact that it has lots of compartments to keep things sorted. Buy one and you won't be disappointed.BRENDAN S : While I am taller (183 cm), I do not believe that your height should be a concern with this pack. Instead, concern yourself with what you will be doing and the amount of space needed. For myself, I originally bought the pack for a month long trip through India and Nepal. I wanted a pack that I could carry on the plane as well as buses and trains and never have to worry about leaving unattended. The pack was perfect. Currently I am using the pack for my daily bike commutes to work and it continues to hold up well while being very comfortable. With the adjustable straps, I would expect that you would have no problem getting a good fit. Again, determine the size you need for what you will be carrying and purchase your pack volume size based on that. I am sure you can find some online videos to give you a better idea of the overall size. Best wishes.JUAN L : Yes, I am 5'10 and though the pack is large you can adjust the straps to accommodate your comfort. I've gone on many trips with mine for over 3 years with no issues.DON W : I'm about 188 cm, and the 50 fits me well, but instead of overall height, Kelty suggests fitting by torso length. They claim the 50 fits torsos from ~40 cm to ~54 cm. In contrast, the suggest the 44 fits torsos from ~37 cm to 47 cm.DAVID M : I don't see why not. It is adjustable. I'm 5'6" and it fits great. Torso size is more important than height
Shopper : I'm 175 cm. could it work for me?WADE S : I am 182.88 cm or 72 inches and the pack works great! You won't regret spending your money on this pack! And it fits in the overhead when flying.CASEY E : Yes. I'm 5'5" & found the bag very comfortableHICHAM M : YesPAUL D : Yes. excellent pack... holds alot and well built as all Kelty packs are. ??CHRISTOPHER J : It's perfect for you! I'm 2" taller and I carried it 10,000 miles. Best pack I've ever bought. Pretty indestructible.ALDRIC S : Very well made pack. It will be an excellent choice for you.
Shopper : Is this pack waterproof or can anyone recommend one that is?BILL L : Hello The pack is not total waterproof alone, most packs that say they are have a cover either separate or connected to the pack that pulls out and over. The pack is well worth the price and has many pockets I use mine for fishing and holds all of my gear and tackle.LEO S : Get a rain coverJAMS B : I never use it in a hard rain so I don't know. My bag stay dry in a light rain JimJOHN M : I have not had it in a situation where it was in a lot of water but while walking in the rain the water did bead up on it. Was out in the rain for about 30 min. Hope that helps.

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2021-02-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Redwing 50

Fits my 5'8" athletic frame well. I love the hip fit. I am looking forward to using it on the Finger Lakes Trail here in NY.

Robert P.

2021-02-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

redwing 50

love kelty packs.

Katherine E.

2021-01-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Vreat pack

This is an excellent pack. I have put a lot of miles on mine including internationnal travel, across the U.S. and locally... on foot, in car, boat and plane. I have received such good service from this pack, I bought three more (one for each of my sons).

Richard L.

2021-01-18T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

So so

It doesn?t fit me. That isn?t the fault of Kelty. I will make due until I find a better fit

Brian L.

2021-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Better than the newer model

I ordered the newer redwing model four myself and the previous year model for my wife, the old bag design with the open top laptop pocket is a much better design. The workmanship and materials seemed like higher quality on the previous year bag than the newest model. The bag is overall a better made bag than the newest year model

Jake M.

2020-12-29T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Amazing Pack

I used this pack for a three day backpacking trip this week & it was the ideal pack. I had plenty of room for my tent(Kelty Salida 2),my sleeping bag(30 degree),20 degree liner,some clothes,food,cook stove(tiny)& small med kit. The bag took a beating & came through fine. It carried well too. Fit properly & the straps stayed tight. It will see a lot of use.

Joseph L.

2020-12-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

3rd Kelty

this is my third Kelty pack since 1975, I am down sizing from a 83 L . the pack fit & felt good with 30 lbs. adjusting was very easy. just fit every thing I needed to carry including my bear keg. have not used on the trail yet.

kevin k.

2020-12-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good

Good bag fair price

andrew t.

2020-12-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great pack

Back allows for plenty ventilation. Great storage capacity and weight distribution. Love this pack!

Jose C.

2020-11-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Bag

Great bag that has lots of uses from short hikes to overnights, it can do it all. Love the fit and ease of expansion. Great bag.

Timothy P.

2020-11-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Backpack and Motorcycle Pack

Holds what I need it too. Very clean lines and no straps flying all over the place. I am able to use this as my motorcycle pack attached to the backrest. I use a Pac-Safe backpack licking net system to keep gear safe. Thanks for making such ch an awesome product

Dennis B.

2020-11-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Redwing 50

The materials used seemed ? lightweight ? compared to my old kelty backpacks not a good sign .

David W.

2020-11-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Redwing 50 back pack

this is my second Redwing backpack. I had my first one for many years and loved it. It was stolen. I bought this one, and went on a backpacking trip in Utah (Unitas). I am super happy with it. It's very adjustable, functional, lightweight, and comfortable. I would highly recommend Kelty Redwing.

Russell S.

2020-10-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Hits all the right notes

As a relative camping and hiking novice, this bag checked all the boxes. It's comfortable, has plenty of storage options and space, and it looks really good, too. The main compartment's zipper going almost the full length of the bag made packing and unpacking a breeze. The outside pockets are roomy enough to fit the essentials without being so big that there's a lot of wasted space. The pack tightens up well so you have a nice, firm fit when hiking. There are also plenty of places to attach things on the outside of the pack. I loved it.

Phillip C.

2020-10-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Backpack Small

Smaller than I expected it.

Steve R.

2020-10-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great backpack

Great build and design awesome features very comfterbul.

Craig W.

2020-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing

The Redwing 50 served its purpose as my wife and I went on a weekend get away to the Lost Maples State Park here in Texas. The kelty packed everything as it should for those outdoor adventures. I would surely recommend this product. Very Satisfied.

David N.

2020-10-18T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Solid pack - sizing is off

Solid pack...I was looking forward to using this. The sizing indicates it fits 15-20ish...I am 17 and the lowest adjustment on the shoulder straps is like 18...so that is a fail. Only buy this pack if you have a longer torso. As it is I can use it for travel but definitely not for hiking as it will not adjust down to my size as it advertised it would.

Cynthia P.

2020-10-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Such a great pack.

My Redwing 50 may just be the perfect “do all” pack. It’s just right for a weekend getaway to the woods or vacation destinations alike. Great organizational capabilities, great storage compartments and I really love the pass through sides. This is truly an awesome and versatile pack.

John B.

2020-10-14T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Looks great!

Haven’t used it camping yet, but the bag seems to be well made. The backpack seems to fit very high on the back of the neck. But besides that it seems to be of great quality.

Chris D.

2020-10-13T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Overnight backpacking trip

Love this backpack!! The only things I would’ve liked that this pack lacks is a separate compartment for the sleeping bag and hip band pockets. Other than that, this was comfortable on the shoulders and hips and I’m so happy with this purchase!

Irene J.

2020-10-11T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Backpack

I’ve only had one chance to hike with this pack. I fond it comfortable and functional to use. Looking forward to a longer trip with it.

Timothy S.

2020-10-08T13:02:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Kelty Redwing 50 Way to go!

Great bag. Quality stitching, top/front load and access, fit system works as advertised. Very versatile and comfortable.

Mike B.

2020-10-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great 50 Liter Backpack

The Kelty backpack is durable, spacious, and comfortable. You will not be disappointed.

Brian T.

2020-10-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good pack bad timing

2020 is the first year in over 30 that I can remember not going camping and hiking. The pack seems nice and I think it will work well for me. However, I have not hiked 10 miles out, camped and hiked back. The hike back is where I think I really start to notice what I don’t like about a pack. Since I purchased this pack, it’s gone on one road trip where I used it instead of a suitcase and a few trips to the grocery store on foot. I haven’t loaded it very heavy. It is well made and lighter than my very very old Northface.

Jeffrey H.

2020-10-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Clutch backpack

Great size and awesome features. Still getting to know it but the Perfect Fit system rocks. Thanks for an awesome product.

Ava M.

2020-09-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for 2 to 3 nights out

It fit great. Loved all the little pockets. The clip straps on the outside are very convenient.

Brittney R.

2020-09-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid Bag

I spent a while looking around for a bag like this and decided to go with the Redwing. I really like that you can open it from the top or open it all the way to get access to everything without pulling it all out. I also like having the extra pockets on the front sides and top rather than just one big one. It has two rows of Molle webbing on the bottom, so you could easily attach a sleeping pad or tent on the outside of the bag. I haven't gotten out to use it yet, but it seems like it would fit me pretty well, I am 5'4" 126lb.

Adrian J.

2020-09-01T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great pack

Only taken it for one 3 day trip and seems like a good pack. My son used it on this occasion and liked it even though it was a little big for him. I marked it 4 stars due to the zippers and fabric seeming a little lower quality that some of my other packs. Only time will tell on their durability. Overall a good pack with a lot of great features.

Matt H.

2020-08-31T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Excellent Backpack

Bought this for back country camping. Really like the design. Able to carry my axe on one side and tent poles on the other fed through the side pockets - great design feature. Sippers could be of a heavier quality especially the main ones. Overall, very happy with my purchase.

Jason C.

Kelty Redwing 50 Internal Pack Specifications

  • Backpack Type

    Laptop compatible daypack

  • Volume

    51 liters

  • Height

    26 inches

  • Length

    16 inches

  • Width

    12 inches

  • Weight

    3 pounds 11 ounces

  • Torso Fit

    Fits 15.5 inches to 21 inches

  • Waist Range

    Not listed

  • Frame Type

    Internal aluminum + HDPE

  • Material

    Body: Poly 420D, Reinforcement: Poly 75x5150D

  • Laptop Compatible

    Yes

  • Sleeping Bag Compartment

    No

  • Hydration Compatible

    Yes

  • Reservoir Capacity

    None included

  • Ice Axe Loops

    Yes

  • Ski/Snow Board Compatible

    No

  • Trekking Pole Loops

    Yes

  • UPC Code

    727880064853

About Kelty Redwing 50 Internal Pack

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Comfortable pack at an outstanding price

By Brandon

I've had this pack for a few weeks now, and was finally able to get it loaded up for my first outing with it. Just shy of ten miles on a low-moderate difficulty trail proved to be a breeze. Despite being relatively out of shape, and well out of practice when it comes to hiking any amount of distance, this pack made carrying a 25+ lbs load a simple task. With a large number of pockets/compartments to work with, organization was extremely simple and made for a sensible and easy to work with loa...

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Awesome pack great service

By Rugershooter

First this pack is absolutely outstanding. Not too big and lots of pockets to organize things. The frame stays in this pack help carry a pretty heavy load if you need to but you can also cinch everything down and make it reasonable for a short hike. I contacted customer service to inquire about a hip belt extender and they sent one right out. Very pleased with the pack and even more so with the service. Great product great company. I’d give it 6 stars if I could.

The Kelty Redwing 50 Internal Pack is a mid-sized daypack for traveling across country or a day on the trail. Featuring a full-access U-shaped zipper, you can get at your gear either through the top loader or the panel loader, giving you options on the trail. An internal padded sleeve can either hold your laptop or store your hydration system, and extra water bottle pockets on the side help you stay hydrated. A multitude of pockets give you plenty of options for storing all your gear, like dual side pockets, a top stash pocket, a front pocket with organization, a front stash pocket with closure hook, and even a key fob so you don't lose your keys. Strap on your extra gear with the hide-away daisy chain and handy ice axe or trekking pole loops, and the waist belt is removable when you don't need it. The advanced Hex Mesh back panel, shoulder straps, and waist belt are ultra comfortable, and the padded and ventilating back panel keeps your back cool and comfortable all day long. You can stabilize your load with the sternum strap and load lifter straps to fit the Kelty Redwing 50 Internal Pack snuggly against your body and head out on your next adventure.

Kelty Redwing 50 Internal Pack Features

  • Dual side pockets
  • Front pocket with organization
  • Front stash pocket with closure hook
  • Top stash pocket
  • Side compression straps
  • Water bottle pockets
  • Dual use laptop or hydration sleeve
  • Hide-away daisy chain and handle
  • Ice axe or trekking pole loops
  • Key fob
  • HDPE frame sheet
  • Hex Mesh back panel, shoulder straps and waist belt
  • Padded and ventilating back panel
  • Sternum strap
  • Load lifter straps
  • Single Light Beam aluminum stay
  • Removable waist belt
  • PerfectFIT adjustable suspension

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.