Gear Review
Osprey Packs Aether 70 Backpack- 4000-4400cu in
WOW!
By Brent
Ranked #399 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
July 11, 2009
Osprey packs are simply amazing. I have used an external frame pack since the early 90's and switched about 5 years ago to an internal frame. Even some of the higher end Kelty's and Northface packs don't even come close to the carry comfort of these packs. I have the big brother the Aether 85. Even with 60 pounds on my back I can hardly feel it. One good thing about these packs is that they can be custom molded to your waist, and that helps a lot. Even without the custom molding this is still one of the best packs I have ever owned. Not only does it have plenty of room it also cinches down to nothing. It will carry just as much gear an external frame can but in what seems like 1/2 the space. Yes, they are a bit expensive, but if you are into backpacking or even just starting out this would be a great pack for you. I am a tight wad when it comes to money, but an Osprey pack is something I will shell out for.
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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
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