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REI Co-op Flash Air 50 vs Superior Wilderness Designs Long Haul 50

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

No winner on weight yet. The recorded weights have not both been verified on the same basis. Size, included parts and single-item versus pair weights can differ. Check the linked sources before choosing a replacement.

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Spec REI Co-op Flash Air 50 Superior Wilderness Designs Long Haul 50
Weight 868 g · 0.868 kg · 1.91 lb 822 g · 0.822 kg · 1.81 lb
Brand REI Co-op Superior Wilderness Designs
Category Backpack Backpack
REI Co-op Flash Air 50
868 g

Ultralight 50L pack with 3D contoured hip belt and ventilated back panel. Made from PFAS-free UHMWPE fabric with DWR coating.

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Superior Wilderness Designs Long Haul 50
822 g

Durable 50L internal-frame ultralight pack with dual aluminium stays, built for heavier multi-day loads on rugged terrain.

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REI Co-op Flash Air 50 vs Superior Wilderness Designs Long Haul 50: which should you buy?

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