REI Ultimate Shower Kit

REI Ultimate Shower Kit – Truly the ultimate shower kit.

Sometimes I look at shower kits and toiletry bags and wonder where they get their design from. Many of them look like the design was simply made up. Either that, or the designers are visiting some very strange bathrooms. The REI Ultimate Shower Kit on the other hand is one of the most well designed and versatile shower kits I have seen.

Like many shower kits, the REI Ultimate Shower Kit is made to be hung from a hook or shower head. Whats nice about the REI Ultimate Shower Kit though, is that when hung, the bottom section of the kit sits straight out, forming its own little shelf. This is great for all those hostels that offer very little in the way of counter space.

Another feature I like about the REI Ultimate Shower Kit is that it has a separate, smaller, shower head attachment. This smaller attachment is great for carrying only what you need to shower with. This way you don’t have to lug your entire toiletry kit with you to take a shower. You can simply take out what you need, strap it into the shower head attachment and be off.

The quick & dirty:

Where you can get one:
REI: $34

Why they rock:

Panel opening provides immediate access to all contents; water-resistant interior easily wipes clean
Design creates shelf space when hanging for extra convenience; two water-resistant zip pockets inside fold outward to keep items within easy reach
Interior also features stow-away hanging hook and pleated pocket with zippered front
Removable caddy transports small toiletries from the sink to the shower, or acts as a separate toiletry kit for day trips
Mirror with rip-and-stick backing attaches three places inside kit for adaptability
Reinforced bottom is water-repellent and holds its shape
Grab handle makes carrying easy and serves as another hanging option

Seat-of-the-pants rating: 9 out of 10

I have tried dozens of shower kits over the years and never been strongly impressed by any of them. They all lacked functionality, quality materials, pack ability, and more. I’m happy to say, now that I found the REI Ultimate Shower Kit, I don’t plan on testing out any more shower kits for quite some time.

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REI: $34