The Osprey Aether 85

This is without doubt, a superb backpack and the largest of the Osprey Aether series.

Osprey Aether backpacks are built for Men. Women should consider the Osprey Ariel.

As I've already said, the Osprey Aether 85 is the largest in the Aether series and is perfect for one of those longer expeditions of about a week or more into the wilderness. The pack features a light weight alloy frame and a molded hip belt which makes it suitable for men. The Aether 85 features a clever reservoir compatible dual exit system for your hydration needs. (The reservoir is sold separately)

This pack is top loading, and has a sturdy support base so that most of the weight is well supported around your hips. The shoulder straps are easily adjusted to further distribute the weight comfortably. As with many packs, the sleeping bag compartment is zippered, so if you're not taking a sleeping bag then you can unzip it and combine the two sections. The pack has ample pocketing, meaning you can keep the stuff you need most frequently within easy reach, and there are plenty of exterior straps and clip points should you need to strap stuff to the outside of the pack.

Colors: Dusk Blue, Magma Orange, Tundra Green. Available in 3 Sizes: L 5400 CU.IN. (88 Liters) 5LB 4OZ (2.38KG) M 5200CU.IN. (85 Liters) 5LB 1OZ (2.30KG) S 5000CU.IN. (82 Liters) 4LB 13OZ (2.18KG).

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• Materials: Stretch woven nylon 500D Plai 210D nylon block shadow 420HD nylon pack cloth Hipbelt
• convertible top pocket/lumbar pack
• LightWire™ alloy peripheral frame
• Red internal load compression strap
• Stow on the Go trekking pole attachment
• Three horizontal compression straps
• J-zipper panel access
• Stretch woven dual access side pockets
• Stretch woven front pocket with welded vent
• Side gear loops and straps
• Wide mouth sleeping bag access with divider
• Two ice axe loops
• Removable sleeping pad straps IsoForm Harness
• Spacer mesh surface with no sewn seams
• Hook-and-loop adjustable yoke allows
• 4” / 10CM of fine torso adjustment
• Ribbed foam backpanel with grip mesh
• Recycled HDPE framesheet with weight-reducing cutouts
• Hydration Compatible
• Built-in sleeve with dual exit ports
• Heat-moldable foam hipbelt