Backpacker Backpacks Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Venus October 17, 2011 Katie Herrel Share this Facebook Icon Twitter Icon Email Icon Join Backpacker Create a personalized feed and bookmark your favorites. Join for free Already have an account? Sign In Join Backpacker Create a personalized feed and bookmark your favorites. Join for free Already have an account? Sign In Brand: Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Model: Venus Existing model When you buy something using the retail links in our stories, we may earn a small commission. We do not accept money for editorial gear reviews. Read more about our policy.