Atmos AG 50L

I sorted by bestselling on REI, then picked from the top 4, the things I see on trail most often... this would be representative of a beginner load out from REI, versus a beginner UL load out. I think this is a pretty fair comparison. Osprey Atmos ($340), Half Dome 2 ($299), REI Magma 15 ($429), Nem

Osprey is king. I am never going back. I love the AG system so much

I love my Osprey Aura AG (circa 2015, fits different than the current model). I can comfortably carry up to about 45lbs, more than the pack is supposed to carry and 1/3 of my body weight, ie a little more than I’m supposed to carry at all. (I don’t carry that much for my own trips — only when workin

i've been using osprey for like 3 years now and they're solid, don't let tiktok people get in your head lol. the AG LT series is actually pretty decent for what you're doing - bronze dofe isn't gonna push the pack too hard anyway the accessibility thing is real though, LT models definitely sacrifice

I can suggest the, Osprey Stratos 24 or 34 L, Deuter futura 25 or 32 L. I like the adjustability of the Osprey packs more then the non adjustable frames of the Deuter packs. But it makes them a bit more bulky. For backpacking I really love my Osprey atmos ag 65. While heavier then the exos models it

I'm not the best person for someone on a low budget. I tend to pick the 'top shelf' items (the 'buy once, cry once' camp). But... if I were to recommend some items for a couple getting started with not-big budget... Tent: (shit - there is basically no 3-person backpacking tent under $300 retail that

I vastly prefer backpacks for marking and layout work, as they allow me to comfortably carry more weight than a vest. Additional tools can be carried in the brain of the backpack, and I always keep a loggers tape attack to the hip belt. In my experience any 50-55L internal frame pack will do the job

Atmos AG 50 is better. That extra 4k+ is for the tech, you'd be amazed pag nacompare mo vs non-AG. Ask for stock or if you can custom order (legit distributor only, which is rox). I'd go for stratos if I'm shaving extra Ls, like hosted meal trips or country backpacking, stratos 36L would suffice. If

I've had chronic pain in my left shoulder ever since I can remember but it only manifests after walking for about an hour, sooner if my pack is quite heavy. Very occasionally if I sit in exactly the same position for an hour it can flare up then as well. Similar to yourself, no amount of physio/stre

From all of my heart I recommend Osprey and Deuter backpacks. You won't get wrong with them, just choose the right model for you - every model has its own purpose. One thing to add from me - I think both brands have, let's say - ultralight and normal versions of the similar model. Ultralight models