REI's Best Travel Pack for One-Bag Road Trips Is Now 50% Off
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REI Co-op Ruckpack 40 Pack, $79 (was $159)
Why We Love This Deal
Quick: What's one item you need for hikes, weekend trips, quick grocery runs, and work sessions at the coffee shop? A good backpack , that's what. Thousands are out there, but REI has a blowout deal on a great option that'll work well in all those situations.
The REI Co-op Ruckpack 40 Pack is on sale for $79, a 50% price cut from its $159 MSRP. It's on sale in one colorway, an eye-catching shade of orange-red REI called Iron Oxide, and it's available in two sizes for a comfortable fit no matter your body type. At this price, it's the most affordable 40L pack at REI right now. If it's too big for what you need, there's also a 30-liter version and even an 18-liter version , both of which are 50% off.
REI Co-op Ruckpack 40 Pack, $79 (was $159) at REI
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What Shoppers Should Know
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Capacity:40L
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Shell Fabric:Recycled nylon
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Lining Fabric:Recycled polyester
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Back Panel Fabric:Recycled polyester mesh
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Pockets:4 + main compartment
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Dimensions:23 x 15 x 9.5 inches
The Ruckpack 40 slots above REI's Ruckpack 18 , and its streamlined-yet-cavernous design makes it a great choice for travel—think road trips, long weekends, and other similar adventures.
It has a large main compartment that can fit several days' worth of clothes, while three interior pockets keep smaller essentials corralled, and a laptop sleeve can house a 15-inch computer. It has all the necessary features for travel, including two exterior water bottle sleeves and grab handles at the top and sides.
At over 47 linear inches, it exceeds major airline carry-on requirements, so it's best used as a checked bag . But travel isn't the only time you'll appreciate this pack: Its hip belt, sternum strap, and padded back panel make it comfortable to carry, even when hiking, and it can accommodate a hydration reservoir. Although it's on the small side for a true long-distance backpacking trip, the Rucksack can easily house all your gear for a day hike or even a short overnighter.
What Shoppers Are Saying
REI shoppers have given the Ruckpack 40 a solid 4.7-star average rating, and they said it's a super useful travel backpack that's "bigger than it looks." "You can really fit a lot in there," said one reviewer. Shoppers say it's a perfect bag for a long weekend trip, and they really appreciated its durable design: "It will take a beating and last a while."
The Rucksack 40 offers a ton of value, especially at the bargain price of just $79. Snag yours today, and you'll have a robust pack you can use for hikes, vacations, and more.
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This story was originally published by Men's Journal on Jul 23, 2026, where it first appeared in the Shopping section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
