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Osprey Packs Manta 25 Hydration Pack - 1300-1500cu in

Item #OSP0193 | 53 in Stock

Osprey's website says this pack should be able to pack about...

By Ranked #236 - Hydration Packs - Large May 17, 2011

Osprey's website says this pack should be able to pack about 15-20 lbs. Has anyone maxed out the weight in this pack? At what weight does this pack start to suffer or the shoulder straps begin to bite? I have heard reports that claim the pack is uncomfortable over 10 pounds (which is pretty light considering the 3L of water is 6.6 lbs already).

Also, would I be able to fit a padded DSLR camera, zoom lens, rain coat and a few spare items in the main compartment? How big of a water bottle can the side pockets securely hold (500/750/1000mL)?

Thanks!

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By Ranked #17 - Hydration Packs - Large May 27, 2011

You need to figure for the weight in the 3L of water for sure. I haven't maxed out this pack, but the hip and shoulder straps are not beefy enough to hold more than 25 lbs total weight comfortably.

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Tech Specs:

Reservoir Volume:
3 L 
Pockets:
2 side, 1 front 
Waist-Belt:
yes 
Locking Bite Valve:
yes 
Weight:
(small/medium) 1003 g, (medium/large) 1009 g 
Recommended Use:
tough day hikes, mountain biking, peak bagging 
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