Kelty Moraine

Review Date
November 7, 2002

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

Reviewed by: scott (Unregistered User) ,  Mountaineer

Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
I've had this pack for three years, and had no problems. It's my pack of choice for technical climbs, climbs on 14ers, canyoneering trips, my days on the river, long weekends away from home, skiing and snowshoeing. It's highly comfortable, adjusts well to large/small loads, and the side/top pocket provide easy access to your food, maps, and other essentials. The pack is designed to work with any hydration system. I use the pack hard and have encountered only one problem-- I recently wore through one of the drawstrings to cinch the pack shut. Easily fixed. If you have a long torso, you might have problems fitting this pack properly.

Review Date
July 13, 2001

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

Reviewed by: Mike Gibbons(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Longmont, CO, USA

Price Paid:  $79.00 at REI outlet

Summary:
The Moraine is the best short trip pack I could find that had ski slots. I carry skiis or pack rods now and then and this feature was a must. I looked at the Redwing and preferred its panel loading but the ski slots were too tight and the side pockets were cramped and not tall enough for a taller one liter bottle. I also needed a pack that fits my longer torso. The large size Moraine fits me very well where others would not. I didn't need a PHD in strapology to use this pack unlike many other packs on the market. I guess it is a rather traditional design. The workmanship is excellent and I know Kelty will fix it if it messes up. The only thing I don't like that much is the deep top loading sack but I knowingly accepted that for the other features I needed. This pack is really comfortable but might not be if it was overloaded.

Customer Service:
I've never had a Kelty product mess up when properly used and cared for.

Similar Products Used:
REI, Lowe, and a bunch of older packs.

Review Date
May 25, 2001

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Blake(Unregistered User) ,  Skier , from MT

Price Paid:  $99.00 at big bear

Summary:
i dont now what thoses two idiots are talking about.....30 lbs rrrrriiiiiiggggggghhhhhtttttttt! like way more..... i carry my skis, ski boots, and all my other gear which like way the heck more than 30lbs and i havent had one problem...heck its a excellent bag......its the right size for ski trips, weekend hikes, vacations...i would buy a another kelty if i ever needed to....good quality stuff......

Similar Products Used:
None

Review Date
September 5, 2000

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Brad Lew(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from San Mateo, CA

Price Paid:  $80.00 at REI

Summary:
I am very surprised at the reviews. I had an external frame pack that was getting old and I decided to look for an internal frame pack. I tried most of the brands and they did not fit well. I was almost going to buy another external frame until I tired the Kelty. It was very comfortable, even though it is not adjustable for torso length. I was very surprised considering that the Kelty cost half of what the other packs were selling for. I was trying to choose between the Redwing and Morraine and decided on the Morraine because of the collar which provided some extra space if needed.

I have used it on many multi-day backpacking trips and found it to be as comfortable on the trail as it was in the store. I also found that I really did not need the extra room (although I generally carry the least amount of stuff among my friends), Knowing this, I would have chosen the Redwing because of the panel loading. I have not had any problems with the pack.

Similar Products Used:
None

Review Date
June 30, 2000

Overall Rating
 3 of 5

Value Rating
 3 of 5

Reviewed by: Craig(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from St. Paul, MN US

Summary:
I purchased this pack as an intro to internal frames (and it was on sale for $70). My first outing found me in the BWCA for four days. While it's not exactly a canoe pack, it held up to the rigorous portages and terrain fairly well. The construction on the pack was better than other reviewer's experience - since the BWCA trip, I've used it on a number of overnights/longweekends, and with 35 lbs of gear, there's not one structural defect. The frame needs to be adjusted (and I do mean adjusted) for a really comfy fit, but if you spend the time it will be worth it. As an entry-level internal frame for long weekends, it performs admirably, but anything longer than 4 days I would recommend a larger pack. All in all, decent value for the price (read: if you pay more than $80, it's too much)...

Similar Products Used:
Dana Designs Bridger, Gregory Lassen