Gear Review
Osprey Packs Atmos 35 Backpack - 1900-2300cu in
Had to return it... even at SAC price.
By dwatson24
Ranked #55 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in)
October 20, 2009
Oh man how I wanted to love it. As per the sizing recommendations I went with a medium (I am 6' with an 18" torso, 180 lbs.) and was never truly comfortable. I never felt that the shoulder strap attachment points were high enough to even give the hip pads a proper go at weight dispersion. I did a few overnighters (essentially car camping) and five miles with base summer gear and 2L of water (~15lbs) to get a feel for it and while I wasn't in pain, the upper part of the aluminum frame would rub my shoulders causing discomfort. I'm skeptical about the torso sizing too, I always thought the hip pads sat too high on my hips (it looked that way too).On the plus side, you can pack the crap out of this thing and not worry about the zippers bursting, you just have to be creative with your packing. I use compression bags and that worked well. Two medium sized compression sacks (fart-sack, clothes), a Hennessy UL explorer, a XS Sea-to-summit mesh sack and a Jet Boil fit with room to spare (for food most likely). A TR trail-lite pad strapped to the outside bag straps. The Airspeed mesh definitely made an obvious difference with sweat, while not totally keeping me dry the middle of my back was bone dry. The pack really hugs your body and as minimal as the straps and pads are they are pretty comfortable, light loads granted. Very breathable. Just not for me.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 210D double ripstop Cordura nylon, 210D broken twill high-tenacity Cordura nylon, stretch woven nylon with Lycra
- Volume:
- [S] 1900cu in (32L); [M] 2100cu in (35L); [L] 2300cu in (38L)
- Suspension:
- 10mm aluminum frame, twin titanium struts, thermo-formed harness & hip-belt, ventilated back panel
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- Yes
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Panel
- Pockets:
- [External] 1 front, 2 side, 2 hip
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- 2
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [S] 2lb 9oz (1150g) [M] 2lb 11oz (1220g); [L] 2lb 13oz (1280g)
- Recommended Use:
- Overnight backpacking, ultralight backpacking, backcountry day adventures
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.