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A pack truly built for the backcountry; the Klymit Splash 25 backpack is ideal for day hiking, kayaking, canyoneering, packrafting, and any adventure that calls for dry protection without the bulk. Made of welded 210d nylon with a 420d nylon bottom and reinforced sides, the Splash has a roll-top closure with adjustable top straps—a big perk if you’re carrying ropes or other canyoneering gear Read More
Mainly used as a canoe/kayak kit bag, have used on a few hikes, not the most comfortable pack, but its not really designed for that I feel. For short walks, or use as a wet activity kit bag its great.
Tentative review so far, I've used it around the city and been plenty happy with it. Spacious, simple, and waterproof. Quality seems good, the only potential weak spot I could see is the air pump, but so far no issues with that at all. I've got permits to do some more serious hikes in Zion through the Narrows and Subway, so I'll have much more insight on how this performs in the field in serious water conditions then and update as needed.
UPDATE:
Ok, now I have used this bag heavily enough to really speak more about the overall qualilty and experience using it. First, a few pictures (also using the Rab Kinetic jacket from Drop in the shots):
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I definitely put this bag through quite a test over a few days worth of hikes, with the Subway being the most demanding. There were frequent river crossings that were chest level and above, and even a bit of swimming, and the bag performed exceptionally well. Not only was it 100% waterproof, but it put up with quite a bit of contact with abrasive rocks, tree limbs snagging it, etc, and shows no real signs of wear and has no damange. I don't see any longevity issues that I would worry about.
The pump did disconnect once, and the bag deflated, but honestly not a huge deal. In fact, I would rather the line just pull out and easily attach like it does over tearing or breaking. Plugged back in and pumped back up in under 30 seconds.
It is a rather comfortable bag as well. The air pad actually does help soften the load a bit, and helps harder objects like water bottles not push into your back.
Really love this pack, will purchase another for my wife during the next drop. Highly recommended!