It's fair compared to the flash backpack from rei - Jansport Sinder 15 Backpack

I'm glad I only paid half price for this bag because its only fair compared to the Flash 18 day pack from REI.

These are the features the Flash 18 has that the Sinder 15 doesn't have:
- a removable pad (back padding)
- a waist strap, that is also removable
- a whistle on the chest 'snap' (whatever you call it)
- I think the Flash 18 has the hole for the water bladder hose (I've since given the Sinder away so I can fully comparison, just using my recall)
- an inside pouch for the water bladder
- the shoulder strap honey comb texture is softer, and feel like a better quality build

I would never buy this bag for full price. I's possibly buy it again for 1/2 price but not for myself, only as gifts. I'm sticking with my Flash 18, and yes, I got it on sale too.

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.