Gear Review
Osprey Packs Ariel 65 Backpack - Women's - 3600-4200cu in
Nice Pack for Ski Mountaineering
By JustLiveForLife
Ranked #480 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
April 14, 2011
I used this pack for ski mountaineering trips, and it is great... Holds up well against wear and tear, and the detachable hip pack is nice for packing snacks/lunch for day trips. It performed well in the cold weather and size is great for holding bulky cold weather gear... and makes a great door for your snow cave :)
I only wish that it had pockets on the hip-belt for easier access to compass and snacks. I have not used it for warmer weather adventures though, as I have the Aura with the Airspeed for that...
View Details: Osprey Packs Ariel 65 Backpack - Women's - 3600-4200cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- nylon (210D)
- Support/Suspension:
- LightWire alloy frame, recycled HDPE framesheet
- Shoulder Straps:
- Iso form harness, dual-density foam
- Waist-Belt:
- yes, IsoForm CM, , heat moldable, , ergo pull
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes
- Reservoir Included:
- no
- Rain Cover:
- yes
- Detachable Daypack:
- yes, attachable daylite daypack recommended
- Detachable Lid:
- yes, built in hipbelt
- Access:
- top
- Pockets:
- 2 side, 1 front
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Gear Loops:
- yes, pack sides
- Trekking Pole Loops:
- yes
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- yes
- Weight:
- (extra small) 4 lbs 8 oz, (small) 4 lbs 11 oz, (medium) 4 lbs 14 oz, (large) 5 lbs 2 oz
- Volume:
- (extra small) 59 L, (small) 62 L, (medium) 65 L, (large) 68 L
- Recommended Use:
- expeditions, multi-day hikes, weekend trips, hiking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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1 Comments Last Reply: November 1, 2011 By: Deb Purss
Hi JustLiveForLife - how did you attach your skis to the pack?
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