Gear Review
Osprey Packs Ariel 65 Backpack - Women's - 3600-4200cu in
Great women's pack
By eyesofgreen
Ranked #1689 - 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.
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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