Gear Review
Osprey Packs Kestrel 28 Daypack - 1600-1700cu in
One major complaint
By drwdog31444536
Ranked #104 - Daypacks - Technical
October 21, 2008
I've had the Kestrel 28, for 9 months or so and have used it quite a bit for for weekend trips and some technical scrambling. My only complaint is that when the pack is only partially loaded the back panel will sometimes form a roll creating a nasty pressure point on my back. It potentially could be fixed by inserting a longitudinally stiff plastic sheet behind the existing back panel. Other than the pack being uncomfortable at times I think its great.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Nylon
- Volume:
- 1700cu in (28L)
- Suspension:
- Aerospace back panel, padded shoulder straps
- Waist-belt:
- Yes
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- Yes
- Access Types:
- Top
- External Pockets:
- 1 Front, 2 side, 2 hip
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- 2 Daisies on front
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [S / M] 2lb 13oz (1290g); [M / L] 3lb 1oz (1380g)
- Recommended Use:
- Lightweight backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: September 29, 2009 By: seattlesetters
I have the same issue with the pack. The "roll" you speak of forms at the point where the back panel material narrows near the bottom of the pack. It rolls forward, right nto the small of my back. Other than that, the pack is nearly perfect. However, I will return it because I ddon't want to be uncomfortable.
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