AllOutdoor Review: REI Co-op Ruckpack 28 Recycled Daypack – Men’s
Patrik Orcutt 08.18.23
Recreational Equipment, Inc. – commonly known as REI – originated from the unassuming ambitions of two amateur mountaineers back in 1935. Lloyd and Mary Anderson, Seattle residents with an affinity for the outdoors and a keen eye for quality gear, unintentionally laid the foundation for what would become a significant outdoor retail cooperative. Initially, the Andersons faced a dilemma – the Austrian ice axes they coveted were available at a high cost from their local climbing shop, but more affordable yet inferior alternatives could be found at distant ski shops. Their solution? They began directly importing Austrian ice axes for personal use, realizing that this approach offered both better pricing and superior quality. This clever move soon attracted attention from fellow climbers in their local club, who sought similar gear. As their network grew, the Andersons embarked on a collective venture. With the support of a lawyer friend, they formalized their co-op model in 1938. This involved 22 individuals contributing a mere $1 as a lifetime fee to join. Their inaugural physical store was modest – a single shelf within a grocery store, while additional inventory was stored in the Andersons’ attic. In a similarly modest fashion, we will be reviewing the REI Co-op Ruckpack 28 Recycled Daypack (Men’s) to see how it fares in my daily adventures.
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