Gear Review
Osprey Packs Ariel 65 Backpack - Women's - 3800-4200cu in
Great women's pack
By eyesofgreen
Ranked #169 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
July 27, 2007
When I tried on women's packs initially, it was a toss-up between this pack (I actually have the Ariel 75) and the Arc'teryx Bora 75. Although the Bora seemed more comfortable across my shoulders, the Osprey's hip belt seemed a lot more comfortable (despite the fact it's not as padded). I use this pack for climbing and backpacking approaches to remote routes. I found only a few drawbacks: the frame tends to squeak (A LOT) while I'm moving, making it hard to hear my partner talking to me as well as being highly annoying. Also, I realize it's too big as a day pack but it's all I have for that use right now; however, I've found it to be on the heavy side, despite being marketed as "light." Trying to scramble with this pack makes for mucho energy-wasting and fatigue IMO and I can't wait until I can afford a smaller day pack.
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Tech Specs:
- Volume:
- [S] 3800cu in (62L); [M] 4000cu in (65L)
- Suspension:
- AirScape with 7075 AL rods and internal framesheet w/aluminum stay
- Back Panel:
- Ventilated nubbed foam and grip mesh
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- Yes
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- Gear Loops:
- Yes
- External Pockets:
- 2 side, 1 front, 1 overhead
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Expeditions, multiday hikes, weekend trips, hiking
- Weight:
- [S] 4lb 5oz (1960g); [M] 4lb 8oz (2040g)
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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