Does it all

Familiarity:

I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

Got this pack for splitboarding tours and love it. The two main compartments let me separate wet avalanche tools from dry clothing. The helmet pocket works well, it could be a little bigger but it does stretch to fit mine. Pack is very comfortable, never have any complaints about it pressing on any points. The insulated sleeve does keep my hose from freezing! However I have a platypus and the mouthpiece makes a L shape with the hose. This makes it hard to zip the sleeve closed where the mouthpiece is. When i do get it to squeeze in and zip closed it's great. If it's not fitting great and the zipper is slightly open everything freezes up. Still just a minor comment, love the pack anyways!

WK

A Backcountry Skiier's Dream Pack

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Most backpacks, in general, do not satisfy my (intense) need for organization. This pack is a dream for any backcountry skiier that is a neat freak (like myself). It is obvious that Osprey put a lot of thought into the design. The compartments are perfectly sized, not to mention, very accessible. The front zips off (almost entirely), to reveal two vertical sleeves (one for my probe and the other for my snow saw), a mesh pocket (for my other snow tools), and plenty of room for a shovel. The top of the pack features a large , fleece-lined pocket that can easily fit my googles and a snack. The back compartment is very roomy (perfect for a couple layers, water, skins, first aid kit, etc.). The hip strap pockets are excellent for more snacks and a cell phone (it is a tight fit, but I can squeeze my iPhone 7 into one). The pack is extremely comfortable (to ski and skin with), low profile, and fairly light. I have yet to use it with a bladder and am interested to see how well the sleeve (on the strap) keeps my hose from freezing. My only complaint is one I've seen from other reviewers, the helmet pocket is difficult to use in a pinch. I can get my helmet to fit (with some effort), but it's annoying if I am making multiple transitions.

Tessa Hanson

Best ski pack out there for women

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

I use this pack for day trip touring. I regularly tour with an ice ax, crampons, helmet and ski crampons. I don't always bring ropes and harness, but when I do- this pack can fit that as well with pack planning. I absolutely love the fit of this pack, and probably have 40 days on it. I bought this pack after my Ortovox one was stolen and I needed a replacement quickly. The fit is the most comfortable of any pack I have ever work, and I have worn: North face, marmot, Ortovox, and black diamond. I can do 10-12 hour tours with this pack without having a back ache at the end. The fit is just absolutely perfect. I actually find the pack perfect for function too- the straps on the top of the shoulder straps bothered me at first for the back side access, but once I figured out that they helped with the comfort of touring I didn't mind them at all anymore! and the straps are amazing- so quick and easy to transition and strap on ropes, use beaners, etc. great thought out pack. I like it so much I am going to buy the 40 for hut trips!

kil105661619-0

Great Osprey Touring Pack

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

I really like all the features on this pack, all the pockets are really easy to access and there are spots for all your touring gear. The cushioning on the straps and back make this comfortable even on a longer tour with a heavier pack. My only dislike about this backpack is that the helmet pocket is hard to use and i can barely fit my Anon helmet in it.

Susan Macdonald

Great Touring Pack!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I love this pack. I'm a 5'6 average build female and the s/m fit great. I love the full zipper in the back, it makes it easy to get to all of my stuff. The waistband pockets are the perfect size for some liner gloves or a quick snack. I'm excited to get some more use out of it this winter/spring!

Rachel

A Great Touring Pack for Ladies!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I recently purchased this pack for touring after being so happy with my Osprey backpacking pack that I purchased last summer. The women's-specific fit is great, and I am still finding more neat features each time I use it. The front compartment has room for my probe and shovel, the waist-strap pockets are huge (love that my glove-liner fit in there when my hands get warm), and the back compartment fits skins, a shell, and my Camelbak bladder with ease! I am very excited to get more use out of this pack!

Sara Gemmell

the best touring backpack!

If you're looking for a touring backpack, look no further! This is a solid staple that will last a lifetime. Osprey backpacks are excellent quality and built so well. This is no exception. This is the perfect touring backpack for women, I have ran into no problems with them rubbing me the wrong way or carrying wrong. Can't say enough about it!

Charissa Olsen

Bring on Winter

Developed in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado with feedback from professional guides, ski patrollers and dedicated weekend warriors, the women's Kresta and men’s Kamber packs are obsessively designed to match the passion and needs of offpiste professionals and recreationalists from Thompson Pass, Alaska to the Chilean Andes. Check out the video below!

Kyle Livingston