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Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack

Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
570
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
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317.51 grams
WEIGHT
383 meters
SIZE

Review Analysis - 549 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Size
 196
bag, lightweight, folds, pack, carry
+92%
-8%
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" ...  When folded up, this isn't really much of a tote bag. ... Because it's so light and compact, bringing it is easy and no big deal if it did not get used.  ...  "
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" ...  Love this pack.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a nice bag!  ...  "
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" ...  Such a great backpack. ... Such a great light weigh backpack and can fold into itself for a bag. ... Gets nice and small.  ...  "
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" ...  Means I can bring it anywhere as a bag and then it becomes an even bigger bag when I need it to.  ...  "
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" ...  I LOVE this little bag.  ...  "
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" ...  I highly recommend this bag.  ...  "
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" ...  I don't go hiking that often and when I do I just take my backpack /laptop bag.  ...  "
For Travel
 170
backpack, hiking, trips, day trips, camping
+97%
-3%
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" ...  Purchased for a hiking trip with dogs.  ...  "
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" ...  On my last vacation, this bag proved itself to be invaluable as an extra backpack each to take along as a precaution for excursions, for shopping, for short hikes, or for the beach.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased for an upcoming trip.  ...  "
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" ...  My boys and I went on vacation - a little hiking, biking in the mountains, city trips, and beaches.  ...  "
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" ...  This pack is always in my car or with me on the trail.  ...  "
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" ...  I’ve been using it as a purse while on vacation at the beach, it’s worked out very nicely.  ...  "
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" ...  I don't go hiking that often and when I do I just take my backpack /laptop bag. ... Having this bag made a world of a difference during my recent trip to Alaska.  ...  "
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" ...  I just got this backpack for hiking and love it.  ...  "
Storage
 129
pockets, compartments, backpack, lots of pockets, water bottles
+94%
-6%
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" ...  This is a nice bag!  ...  "
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" ...  Such a great light weigh backpack and can fold into itself for a bag. ... Perfect bag - lots of pockets.  ...  "
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" ...  A couple of surprising features to note, inside the main compartment there are two sleeves one can be used for a hydration bladder, the other sleeve is on the opposite side, is more shallow and makes separating gear and balancing the load easier which is a huge plus. ... The two water bottle pockets are large and easily hold 1 liter bottles, there are also cinch straps above the pockets to secure the bottles and cinch down the pack.  ...  "
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" ...  I LOVE this little bag. ... Just the right amount of pockets and doo-hickeys.  ...  "
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" ...  I dropped it quite often, carried all of my essentials with me, and I was able to carry two full water bottles in each of the side pockets. ... The many pockets are very convenient. ... I highly recommend this bag.  ...  "
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" ...  I was so excited to receive this bag.  ...  "
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" ...  I've only used it once so far but it's lightweight (as described) and tons of room and pockets for water bottles, snacks and whatever else my kids feel like making me carry.  ...  "
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" ...  There is one large compartment, 2 smaller but sizable compartments, and 2 side pockets.  ...  "
Build Quality
 126
material, lightweight, zipper, zippers, straps
+60%
-40%
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" ...  The zipper is easy to open and close and does not snag.  ...  "
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" ...  Convenience, unexpected details that enhance this product's usefulness, and durable construction all make this a product that does not disappoint. ... From the first time I used the bag, I was impressed by its solid construction and thoughtful design.  ...  "
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" ...  I have used this pack on a number of occasions including a few day hikes, the pack is comfortable, has adequate padding on straps and even has a sternum strap! ... The zippers are not YKK, but they seem well built and I have had zero issues  ...  "
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" ...  It has just the right amount of pockets - I love the straps, they are thick and comfortable.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm so impressed such a lightweight bag can be so durable.  ...  "
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" ...  Truly light, seemed well stitched with comfortable straps.  ...  "
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" ...  The product is well made .  ...  "
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" ...  Looks to be an excellent bag!  ...  "
Comfort
 56
straps, lightweight, comfortable to wear, wear, strap
+82%
-18%
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" ...  Exactly as advertised - small and compact - lightweight and comfortable shoulder straps - no brainer at this price!  ...  "
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" ...  Comfortable to wear, holds more than I expected.  ...  "
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" ...  I have used this pack on a number of occasions including a few day hikes, the pack is comfortable, has adequate padding on straps and even has a sternum strap!  ...  "
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" ...  Big enough to fit all the essentials but lightweight and comfortable to wear.  ...  "
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" ...  You can put so much stuff , and still be very comfortable. ... It has just the right amount of pockets - I love the straps, they are thick and comfortable.  ...  "
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" ...  Truly light, seemed well stitched with comfortable straps.  ...  "
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" ...  It folds up to a compact size and is comfortable to wear.  ...  "
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" ...  I got it to wear on my daily commute on my Grom and it has proven itself time and time again. ... It is almost like magic the amount of things it can hold .  ...  "
Fit
 49
held, folds, backpack, zipper, holds
+78%
-22%
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" ...  It’s lightweight and has held up very well.  ...  "
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" ...  It is almost like magic the amount of things it can hold .  ...  "
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" ...  Its super lightweight but holds everything I need!  ...  "
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" ...  So far we have done about 4 hikes with it and it really fits nicely (so make sure you don’t have odd items against your back so take not when packing) and it is really light to carry.  ...  "
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" ...  Had to get my husband a new backpack and found this.  ...  "
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" ...  My kiddos love it has a whistle built into the chest snaps.  ...  "
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" ...  Lots of pockets and clips. ... Holds everything I need.  ...  "
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" ...  I can fit everything.  ...  "
Weight
 47
weight, pack, carry, super light weight, backpack
+98%
-2%
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" ...  Perfect size, great color, light weight.  ...  "
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" ...  I liked the weight.  ...  "
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" ...  There are so many pockets and it's very light weight.  ...  "
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" ...  worked fine, light weight, nothing wrong with it  ...  "
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" ...  Very light weight and comfortable.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent, light-weight backpack that folds away to practically nothing!  ...  "
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" ...  Its light weight and will certainly serve its purpose.  ...  "
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" ...  Very light and roomy and perfect for what I needed it for.  ...  "
Design
 36
thin, lightweight, bag, durable, color
+81%
-19%
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" ...  From the first time I used the bag, I was impressed by its solid construction and thoughtful design.  ...  "
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" ...  The Venture Pal is a cool feel to it.  ...  "
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" ...  Neat and tidy  ...  "
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" ...  Great color and isn't heavy.  ...  "
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" ...  lovely and functionally.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s thin but durable.  ...  "
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" ...  For a lightweight material it seems fairly strong and well constructed.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the turquoise color too.  ...  "
Water Resistance
 32
water resistant, water, backpack, rain, hiking
+94%
-6%
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" ...  I take it hiking a few times a week.  ...  "
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" ...  We canoed and camped along the Green River for 2 weeks and this bag held up amazingly well.  ...  "
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" ...  Guess this thoroughly tests how waterproof this bag is!  ...  "
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" ...  I use it when I take my grandson hiking or on “adventures”.  ...  "
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" ...  If they had a water resistant double layer on the back side this would be the best hiking backpack in the world.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s light, comfortable, and water proof.  ...  "
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" ...  I could easily fit more in there if I were planning on a longer hike.  ...  "
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" ...  not waterproof but good and sturdy.  ...  "
Price
 25
value, money, worth, deal, wrong
+96%
-4%
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" ...  The low cost of this bag makes this an outrageously good deal.  ...  "
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" ...  Can’t go wrong for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  A great deal for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  And the price seemed right!  ...  "
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" ...  For under twenty bucks, how can you go wrong?  ...  "
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" ...  But, good quality for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought it as a lightning deal so I doubt it’s still super cheap but it’s definitely worth it’s retail price.  ...  "
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" ...  Great lightweight bag for the price!  ...  "
Band
 25
comfortable, strap, whistle, chest strap, shoulder straps
+64%
-36%
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" ...  Comfortable to wear, holds more than I expected.  ...  "
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" ...  Big enough to fit all the essentials but lightweight and comfortable to wear.  ...  "
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" ...  Truly light, seemed well stitched with comfortable straps.  ...  "
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" ...  BUT They have those cool straps to keep the water bottles in that snap right on.  ...  "
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" ...  My kiddos love it has a whistle built into the chest snaps.  ...  "
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" ...  Like the sternum strap, compression straps and built in whistle.  ...  "
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" ...  It's comfortable to wear and feels secure with the extra chest strap across the front of your body.  ...  "
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" ...  Straps are comfy, doesn't sit at an odd angle when moving around and the material really holds up to the weight and stress.  ...  "
Cover
 22
pouch, folds, tiny, small pouch, love this bag
+91%
-9%
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" ...  When folded up, this isn't really much of a tote bag. ... I gambled on bought this bag, and I am very very glad I did so.  ...  "
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" ...  It comes packed all nice and neat and can roll up into a little carrying case.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a nice bag!  ...  "
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" ...  Very light, can make a small pouch.  ...  "
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" ...  Tough little backpack  ...  "
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" ...  I also love how it folds into the pouch.  ...  "
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" ...  We like the bag mostly .  ...  "
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" ...  The fact that it folds into a small pouch when not in use is perfect.  ...  "
Marketplace
 21
amazon, product, picture, thank, smaller
+95%
-5%
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" ...  Attached picture says it all.  ...  "
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" ...  It doesn't look as high quality or have as vibrate of a color as the picture shows.  ...  "
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" ...  There were other companies I could have ordered from who also guaranteed delivery but I went with this one.  ...  "
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" ...  And I love the customer service followup (I order a ton from Amazon and this is actually a first). ... So kudos and thank you.  ...  "
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" ...  One of my favorite purchases off amazon!  ...  "
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" ...  As shown in images  ...  "
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" ...  It is a must have item.  ...  "
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" ...  Will buy again!  ...  "
Color
 19
love, colors, green, second, purple
+100%
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" ...  Heck I might buy every size they have just to have a few different colors.  ...  "
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" ...  Great color and isn't heavy.  ...  "
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" ...  So I decided to change colors and buy the black one.  ...  "
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" ...  Great color section.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the turquoise color too.  ...  "
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" ...  The fuscia color looks more like dark wine but I love the pack!  ...  "
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" ...  Good color for a guy.  ...  "
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" ...  Already bought a second one in another color.  ...  "
For Kids
 16
kids, son, pack, loved, lightweight
+75%
-25%
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" ...  Great for Disney!  ...  "
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" ...  Also nice because whomever I am with, spouse, children, friends, they do not mind holding it for me if I need an extra set of hands in the moment.  ...  "
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" ...  Most likely, I will buy an extra pair for my grandchildren.  ...  "
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" ...  My husband loves it!  ...  "
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" ...  Got this for a daypack for my daughter.  ...  "
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" ...  These were gifts and so far my great nieces love them.  ...  "
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" ...  My son loves it!  ...  "
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" ...  My kids all loved mine, so they each wanted one of their own.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 16
months, long, term, bag, years
+75%
-25%
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" ...  I purchased this a year ago and use it frequently.  ...  "
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" ...  I waited a long time to write a review.  ...  "
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" ...  gladly to say it was very nice and lasted ( so far)  ...  "
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" ...  I used this as a gym bag as well for a good 6 months.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s worked sufficiently for the time being.  ...  "
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" ...  But for a cheap short term back pack it served me well  ...  "
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" ...  I have used backpacks for at least 45 years.  ...  "
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" ...  Have not had it long enough to say anything about the longevity.  ...  "
Delivery
 11
also, delivery, stated, shipping, ordered
+100%
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" ...  I am very happy with what I received.  ...  "
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" ...  When this bag first arrived, it was so compressed that it looked tiny!  ...  "
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" ...  Arrived in the time stated.  ...  "
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" ...  I am satisfied with the product and a short time for delivery.  ...  "
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" ...  There were other companies I could have ordered from who also guaranteed delivery but I went with this one.  ...  "
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" ...  Quick turn-around on the shipping also!  ...  "
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" ...  My first impression upon opening package is that it might work!  ...  "
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" ...  They were delivered quickly and did the trick in a pinch.  ...  "
Product As Described
 10
picture, smaller, product, expected
+90%
-10%
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" ...  Attached picture says it all.  ...  "
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" ...  It doesn't look as high quality or have as vibrate of a color as the picture shows.  ...  "
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" ...  As shown in images  ...  "
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" ...  Just as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Item is exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Great product that functions as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Product as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Got the blue definitely not as bright as the photo which is fine.  ...  "
Drying
 10
wet, water, stuff, stayed dry, light weight
+90%
-10%
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" ...  This bag works great, dries quickly, and is light weight.  ...  "
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" ...  If you are looking for a light-weight, easy to pack backpack that can hold a few things (water, sweatshirt, mosquito spray) for am occasionally hike, this works.  ...  "
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" ...  if it gets wet it dries fast .  ...  "
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" ...  Everything stayed dry and I loved that it could zip up so small for packing purposes.  ...  "
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" ...  great for a dry hiking da.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s also a great pack since it will keep your stuff dry inside.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased the green that will go with many hiking clothes I already own.  ...  "
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" ...  The fabric is somewhat thin, so I don't know that it would handle rough-and-tumble hiking, but was ideal for casual day trips.  ...  "

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Specifications

Body
Weight:  317.51 grams
Size:  383 meters
317.51 grams
WEIGHT
383 meters
SIZE