Cotopaxi's Colorful Hiking Pack Is 'Perfect for Everyday Use' and Finally on Sale for Less Than $50
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REI’s winter sale was packed with discounts on cold-weather essentials like parkas and wool socks. But if you live in a warmer climate or you’re just looking ahead to spring weather, REI also has discounts on gear you can use year-round. The Co-op is slashing prices on daypacks, including Cotopaxi’s colorful Luzon bag.
Typically $60, Cotopaxi’s Luzon bag is discounted to just $45. Cotopaxi is known for making very vibrant gear, so if you enjoy a pop of color on the trail or at the terminal, the Luzon bag might be the one for you. The small, 18-liter capacity makes it well-suited for casual day hikes or as a carry-on bag.
Cotopaxi Luzon 18-Liter Pack, $45 (was $60) at REI
Cotopaxi takes an eco-friendly approach, making bags and gear using recycled materials. The Luzon pack takes it a step further and is made entirely from repurposed fabric. That means that no two bags are the same; each Luzon pack is a surprise, making these already eye-catching bags even more unique.
The bag is made from a lightweight ripstop nylon fabric, and the minimalist pockets are ideal for travelers who prefer an open compartment for packing cubes or gymgoers who like to dump their gear in a bag and go. The top features a drawstring for quick access, while a zippered pocket on the outer is ideal for storing small, flat items like notebooks.
The Luzon pack works as an everyday around-town bag, but it has hiking-specific features that are beneficial on the trail. The straps are made from breathable mesh for comfort, and the sternum and waist straps add structure to this otherwise frameless bag. The bag lacks water bottle pockets, but there is a slot for a hydration reservoir for quick sipping on the go.
Shoppers liked the lightweight functionality of this bag, comparing it favorably to other popular hiking brands, with one appreciating that it was “lighter compared to my Osprey Daylite Pack,” and another writing that it was “so much lighter than my other packs, yet comfortable, stable, and flexible.”
The pack is also useful off the trail. One shopper wrote that it was “perfect for everyday use,” and another wrote that “it's exactly the size that I need for quick overnights on longer trips and also for day-hikes.” Another wrote that they used the “great little bag” to “commute and keep my hands free.”
If you’re looking for a pack for everyday hikes, commutes, gym, and travel, Cotopaxi’s versatile lightweight bag is just $45, but act fast, as this style is discontinued.