REI Co-op
REI Co-op Trailmade 60
$189Cheaper
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REI Co-op Trailmade 60 vs Durston Kakwa 55
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. REI Co-op Trailmade 60 is cheaper at $189. Every spec and price links to its source.
Durston Gear
Durston Kakwa 55
$279
Released 2026
Which is better: the REI Co-op Trailmade 60 or Durston Kakwa 55?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The REI Co-op Trailmade 60 is the cheaper at $189.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | REI Co-op Trailmade 60 | Durston Kakwa 55 |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $189 | $279 |
| Brand | REI Co-op | Durston Gear |
| Released | — | 2026 |
| Capacity liters | 60 | 70 |
| Weight grams | — | 895 |
| Max load (kg) | — | 20 |
| Frame type | internal | internal |
| Torso range (cm) | 43-53 | 43-51 |
| Material denier | — | 200 |
| Num external pockets | 6 | — |
| Hydration compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover included | No | No |
| Access type | hybrid | top |
| Ventilated back | No | No |
Sources — REI Co-op Trailmade 60: bettertrail.com (verified 2026-07-11). Durston Kakwa 55: durstongear.com (verified 2026-07-11).
What's the difference between the REI Co-op Trailmade 60 and Durston Kakwa 55?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 11). Matching specs are omitted.
- Capacity liters: REI Co-op Trailmade 60 60 vs Durston Kakwa 55 70
- Torso range (cm): REI Co-op Trailmade 60 43-53 vs Durston Kakwa 55 43-51
- Access type: REI Co-op Trailmade 60 hybrid vs Durston Kakwa 55 top