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Osprey Packs Ariel 65 Backpack - Women's - 3800-4200cu in
Looking to get a first time pack (weekend?) for my daughter....
By Dennis Ferrell
Ranked #383 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
January 27, 2009
Looking to get a first time pack (weekend?) for my daughter. she is 5'3 and 110#. I am wooried about a pack being too big. Would a small in this be OK?
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By Sumner Ohye
Ranked #68 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
January 28, 2009
Dennis,I'm working on not sounding so opinionated in my answers (though it never tuns out that way), needless to say this is going to be a very opinionated answer. Since this is your daughters first pack I am imagining you or some sort of camp will be taking her out. Either you or this group will be sharing the weight of the shelter, cookware, and food. If you want your daughter to get into the outdoors and backpacking you have to ensure her first experience is enjoyable and safe. Loading a 5'3 110 pound girl with a 62L back is going to be make for a miserable and possible unsafe experience during the hike. Look at the Osprey Ariel 55 and the Aura 50, both of these are more appropriate sized packs for your daughter. Size S should work well. If you are unsure you could always try a couple pack and send back the ones you don't want.Mahalo, Sumo
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Volume:
- [S] 3800cu in (62L); [M] 4000cu in (65L)
- Suspension:
- AirScape with 7075 AL rods and internal framesheet w/aluminum stay
- Back Panel:
- Ventilated nubbed foam and grip mesh
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- Yes
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- Gear Loops:
- Yes
- External Pockets:
- 2 side, 1 front, 1 overhead
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Expeditions, multiday hikes, weekend trips, hiking
- Weight:
- [S] 4lb 5oz (1960g); [M] 4lb 8oz (2040g)
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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