Atmos AG 50L

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

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

It does help thank you! I was surprised to read about the Maven's sliding straps, that would be a serious problem and I'm curious to know if anyone else has encountered this. How could it not be picked up in their own testing, maybe it was a faulty pack. It speaks to the importance of properly testi

Osprey Atmos AG 50. 50L was plenty for a 3-day traverse carrying food and a full camp setup. Super comfortable Anti-Grav frame under load and stable on the steep ridgeline climbs. Salomon XT-6, Ran these for the entire traverse. Good grip on steep sections and handled the mix of dense bush, mud, and

I use the Osprey Atmos AG 50 and I love it, super comfy, makes heavy loads not feel as heavy, loads of features like water bladder compartment, 2 side bottle holder that are accessible from the side and top, ice pick and pole attachments, stuff it pocket, 2 hip belt pockets and so much more. The bag

I use an Osprey Atmos AG LT 65 without the brain because I run hot and like having the ventilation. It has the same trampoline back as the full weight AG but with less pockets and fewer adjustment options that aren't necessary for me. It weighs 3.5 lbs or so without the brain, right in between the t

I use an X-mid 2 at 190cm and your son would be on the edge of fitting in it. The 1 actually might be better for taller guys due to the asymmetrical shape. Consider the tarptent Rainbow, it has a bit more length to it and is a well built tent as well. As a bonus, it will fit in tighter sites than th