Kestrel 38L Men's Backpacking Backpack

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Kestrel 38L Men's Backpacking Backpack

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What bag should I get?

Mid-30 liter packs occupy a strange position in backpack lineups. They are often too big for most day hikes. And too small for all but the most dedicated ultralight backpackers. That being said, this could be a good choice for dipping your toe in the water for fair weather minimalist trips. Think ju

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WhatWouldMuirDo in r/WildernessBackpacking

July 15, 2026 at 1:10 a.m.

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(need advice) Osprey Farpoint 40 vs Kestrel 38

The Farpoint is a travel pack. It is absolutely the wrong type of backpack for the Camino. I strongly advise against using it. Go with the Kestrel or explore other backpacks made for camping while walking distances ie backpacking backpacks. Look at the Osprey Exos 38 or something else by Osprey or G

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Reggie_Barclay in r/CaminoDeSantiago

March 14, 2026 at 5:17 a.m.

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First time backpacking and I need a rucksack for a trip? Is this a good choice?

Coming from someone who was light infantry and had the “pleasure” of using this squeaky bastard on countless a twelve mile ruck march, I’d avoid it like the plague. If you’re interested in using military surplus gear, go with the ALICE pack instead. In complete honesty though, your money would be mu

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JustOnion2177 in r/backpacking

August 12, 2025 at 4:10 p.m.

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Good backpack for hiking and carrying the 180-600mm?

Osprey Kestrel 38 is a great option. It's slightly heavier than some backpacking packs but it is extremely robust. UL is not really an option when carrying camera gear anyway. This is a pack that trail crews commonly use to carry trail maintenance gear so it's designed to carry heavy stuff. It's top

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ashevillain7 in r/Nikon

June 12, 2026 at 3:36 p.m.

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Backpack recommendations with pack pain

I was in a similar situation after cracking a few vertebrae. My answer was an Osprey pack with otherwise ultralight gear. I think it's a Kestrel 38, but I could be wrong. I was able to take almost all the weight off my back. They're some fully featured packs like Durston's that are lighter than most

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CleverHearts in r/Ultralight

May 22, 2026 at 4:48 p.m.

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A day pack that won't cause migraines?!

I LOVE my osprey kestrel, but it's too big for a day pack. I think mine's above 50L. Maybe they have a smaller one? For wearing a daypack, if you can get one that transfer the weight to your hips it should help a lot. If you can go try them on in store, loaded down, that's best. Kestrel works for me

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friendlypupper in r/Hypermobility

May 16, 2026 at 3:10 p.m.

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Osprey or Deuter

Osprey (Kestrel 38) kinuha ko dahil sa all mighty guarantee nila. (pero hindi ko pa nagagamit yung warranty nila) Nag add ako ng check-in baggage nasa 1k ata balikan (dahil 1st time kong sasakay ng eroplano, ayaw kong magka-problema haha) pero ang dami kong nakasabay na hi-nandcarry lang yung hiking

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romeoandal_ in r/PHikingAndBackpacking

July 30, 2026 at 3:31 a.m.

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Hut-to-Hut hiking backpack

35-38L is a perfect size. I don't have experience with either of those 2 packs but the shoulder straps on de MH100 look awfully thin and therefore uncomfortable. That looks much better on the MH500, and in addition it has more airflow on the back side, an adjustable back height and an option to quic

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McMafkees in r/hikinggear

June 4, 2026 at 3:02 p.m.

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Salutare!

Atenție la cort! Un cort de două persoane ”e de două persoane” doar dacă lași bagajele afară. Dacă le vrei cu voi înăuntru, trebuie să iei unul de trei persoane. Sau aveți fiecare propriul cort, dar bănuiesc că (încă) vrei să dormi cu prietena :DEu personal folosesc cort de la Vango, modelul meu e N

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AcanthocephalaFew199 in r/RoHiking

May 19, 2026 at 5:21 p.m.

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Best backpacks for women?

My favorite and most comfortable backpack is 100% a backpacking pack and it's for men. Idk I have a longer torso. It's the osprey kestrel. But it doesn't look like it belongs in an office. If you don't want a clearly outdoor style backpack, I think like others have said, a wheel briefcase, or even a

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friendlypupper in r/ehlersdanlos

April 20, 2026 at 4:43 p.m.

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