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Osprey Packs Aura 50 Backpack - 2868-3234cu in

Item #OSP0257 | 15 in Stock
2 Star Rating

questionable for us

By Ranked #652 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in) May 20, 2009

We actually returned this pack before using. We had a few issues. First, the pack did not fit well for Nancy, it actually seemed just oddly shaped. For instance, the load lifters ended too short, they needed to be longer. Neither the hip belt nor the harness seems quite right, I have a lot of experience fitting packs and backpacking in general, but could not get this pack to fit her well. Second, little details seemed dubious. Like the mesh shoulder straps and back panel that would seem to be abrasive to bare skin, or the oddly constructed hip belt pockets. We really appreciated the natural color, but little else lined up for us.

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By: December 4, 2009

Same issues. Load lifters too short. Metal on bone -- ouch! Abrasive even through a shirt. Also, hard to load do to shape of corners. What did you end up with?

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Tech Specs:

Material:
High Tenacity nylon (210D), nylon ripstop (100D) 
Volume:
(S) 2868 cu in, (M) 3051 cu in, (L) 3234 cu in 
Support/Suspension:
AirSpeed back panel, LightWire frame 
Shoulder Straps:
padded 
Waist-Belt:
yes, padded 
Hydration Compatible:
yes, hydration sleeve 
Reservoir Included:
no 
Rain Cover:
no 
Detachable Daypack:
no 
Detachable Lid:
yes 
Access:
top 
Pockets:
1 front stretch, 2 side stretch mesh, 2 hip-belt zippered, 2 front large zip, 1 top 
Sleeping Bag Compartment:
yes 
Max Weight Capacity:
35 lb 
Weight:
(S) 3 lb 2 oz, (M) 3 lb 5 oz, (L) 3 lb 8 oz 
Recommended Use:
backpacking, hiking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime 

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