{"id":5254,"date":"2012-05-20T10:52:12","date_gmt":"2012-05-20T17:52:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gearguide.info\/?p=5254"},"modified":"2017-01-20T15:36:10","modified_gmt":"2017-01-20T23:36:10","slug":"rei-lookout-40-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gearguide.info\/2012\/05\/20\/rei-lookout-40-review\/","title":{"rendered":"REI Lookout 40 Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

First Impressions<\/h2>\n

The REI Lookout 40 daypack delivered the largest carrying capacity in our test. At 40 liters (2440 cu. in.), the Lookout easily holds a three-season bag and enough other gear for an extended day hike or short overnight. REI uses recycled plastic in the fabric, similar to the Traverse 30<\/a> daypack that we reviewed last year. And the Lookout is just as well built as that impressive product.<\/p>\n

Features<\/h2>\n

The Lookout 40 takes a page out of the design book REI used on the original Traverse 30.<\/a> That product, introduced two years ago now and updated for the 2012 season, crammed a ton of pockets onto a fairly compact main compartment. The Lookout does exactly the same thing but with a main compartment that\u2019s 30-40 percent larger.<\/p>\n

Specs<\/strong>
\nCarrying Capacity: 42 L (2440 cu in)
\nWeight: 3 lbs 3 oz
\nConstruction: Nylon with ballistic nylon reinforcements
\nFrame: Internal plastic and aluminum
\nDimensions: 21 x 12 x 10 in<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

On the exterior, there are no fewer than six pockets. REI located one stretch pocket on each side big enough for a water bottle, snacks or other items requiring easy access. Behind those, there are two zipper pockets for more storage. On the lid, REI placed another zippered pocket. And finally, there\u2019s a large secondary compartment on the front of the pack with three separate mesh organizers.<\/p>\n\n\t\t