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Osprey Packs Variant 52 Backpack - 3000-3400cu in
Does the Variant 52 have enough space to carry a sleeping bag...
By Chris
Ranked #319 - Winter Packs
August 31, 2009
Does the Variant 52 have enough space to carry a sleeping bag along with other needed gear? It doesnt say whether or not there is a sleeping bag compartment..I am stuck between the Variant 52 or Osprey's Aether 70. Anyone have any suggestions or input?
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By Steve Tibbitts
Ranked #26 - Winter Packs
October 26, 2009
Hey Chris, If you're looking to compartmentalize more in terms of your sleeping bag or other gear you'd want to go with the Aether 70. The Variant series doesn't do an individual compartment.....it's pretty much a tube with some great tool attachments on the outside. There are also a few pockets on the outside. Speaking with both Backcountry.com and Osprey about the Variant it's meant more for technical type activities instead of backpacking. The Aether is quite a bit bigger which would be nice for a multi-use pack. With that said, I love my Variant! They're incredibly comfortable, move well with you and don't feel bulky at all when they're loaded down and strapped on. Plus they still have the cool whistle on them just in case you run into some Ligers on the trail:) Hope that helps!
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D Matrix nylon, 315 & 210 High Tenacity Nylon
- Volume:
- [S] 3000cu in (49L); [M] 3200cu in (52L); [L] 3400cu in (55L)
- Suspension:
- Removable HDPE framesheet w / aluminum tubing
- Waist-belt:
- Yes, removable
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- Available, not included
- Access Types:
- Top
- Pockets:
- [External] 1 front zip, 1 crampon compression, 1 wand; [Internal] 1 underlid
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- Yes
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [S] 3lb 9oz (1620g); [M] 3lb 12oz (1700g); [L] 3lb 15oz (1790g)
- Recommended Use:
- Skiing, ski mountaineering, hut trips
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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