Gear Review
Osprey Packs Aether 70 Backpack- 4000-4400cu in
Good, but still flawed.
By christmas freak
Ranked #131 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
November 7, 2008
Pros: Lightweight, durable (no signs of wear after 2 years of use), hip-belt is extremely comfortable once you get it molded (which I highly recommend!), sleeping bag compartment is perfect (there is an adjustable panel inside separating it from the main compartment), removable top for hip pack is awesome, adjustment straps and stretch outer compartment are perfect, and of course, carries heavy loads like a champ.
Cons: harness not the most comfortable, not extremely weather resistant, only two pockets, water bottle pockets are awkward.
Overall: I've used it for 2 years now, for everything from basic traveling to week+ long backpacking trips and for the price, I am quite satisfied. Once I dial in the harness/suspension just right (and slap on a good rain cover!), I couldn't be happier. Decent pack.
View Details: Osprey Packs Aether 70 Backpack- 4000-4400cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D nylon, 210D double ripstop nylon, 500D plain weave nylon, stretch woven nylon with Lycra
- Volume:
- [M] 4200cu in (70L); [L] 4400cu in (73L)
- Suspension:
- Internal frame sheet, single aluminum stay, IsoForm harness and hip-belt, 7075 aluminum rods, ventilated back panel
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- Yes
- Detachable Pack:
- Yes
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- External Pockets:
- 1 Top zip pocket, 1 front, 2 side
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- Yes
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [M] 4lb 9oz (2070g); [L] 4lb 12oz (2150g)
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, extended lightweight mountaineering trips
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.