Gear Review
Osprey Packs Atmos 65 Backpack - 3800-4200cu in
Pack Perfection
By Gardner Foss
Ranked #199 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
October 27, 2009
This is a truly great backpack. I'm 5'8", about 180 lbs and I use the medium, which fits perfectly. I've loaded it up to 40 lbs, and done 15 miles comfortably. I bought this to replace a much heavier Gregory Pallisade which I've had for years, because my knees aren't what they used to be, and I'm trying to cut down on the weight. I opted for the Atmos 65 because it has the sleeping bag compartment, but if that's not important to you, you can save a few ounces and go for something else.
Suspension: Super comfy Air-Speed mesh backpanel. The frame does cut slightly into the pack, but this is LIGHT YEARS ahead of last year's model. I usually choose to hang my 100 oz. camelbak inside the air space (the pack comes equipped with special clip specifically designed for this purpose, and can be used in the air space, or inside the main pack). Keeping the water in the main pack takes up space (like it would in any pack); Keeping it floating in the air space 1) means you can pack what you need without worrying about a bulky hydration bladder, and 2) keeps the weight closer to your back (easier on back and knees).All of the other features are extremely well thought out, durable, and pretty damn cool. Love the zippered waist stash spots, the backpanel access points, and I've even used the trekking pole elastic cinch on numerous rock scrambles, and once when I snapped a pole.
Bottom line: Awesome pack.
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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] 3800cu in (62L); [M] 4000cu in (65L); [L] 4200cu in (68L)
- 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:
- Top, left front zip pocket
- Pockets:
- [External] 1 lid, 2 front, 2 side, 2 hip; [Internal] 1 lid
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- 2
- Ice Axe Loops:
- No
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [S] 3lb 6oz (1530g) [M] 3lb 9oz (1630g); [L] 3lb 8oz (1570g)
- Recommended Use:
- Overnight, weekend backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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