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Grubcan Carbon Kevlar Bear Canister vs REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie is the lighter option — 480 g lighter than the Grubcan Carbon Kevlar Bear Canister (71% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
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Spec Grubcan Carbon Kevlar Bear Canister REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie
Weight 680 g · 0.680 kg · 1.50 lb 200 g · 0.200 kg · 0.44 lb
Brand Grubcan REI Co-op
Category Miscellaneous Miscellaneous
Grubcan Carbon Kevlar Bear Canister
680 g

6.6L bear canister with combo lock opening mechanism. Lightweight alternative to traditional canisters.

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REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie
200 g

Sun-protective UPF 50+ hoodie for desert and alpine hiking.

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Grubcan Carbon Kevlar Bear Canister vs REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie wins — at 200 g it is 480 g (71%) lighter than the Grubcan Carbon Kevlar Bear Canister (680 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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