Osprey Stratos 34 Backpack

If anything has become a commodity, it is the humble daypack. But with dozens to choose from, even down here in far flung Tasmania, I couldn't go pass the features of this pack which is not available locally. So I waited anxiously for my order to be filled, hoping it would survive the long trip down under. I needn't have worried. Within 2 weeks my pack arrived in perfect condition. I am not disappointed.

First of all the workmanship is perfect. Every zipper is cleanly sewn and all the stitching is pretty much flawless. The materials all appear to be first rate to my inexpert eyes. I wasn't aware when I ordered that Osprey offer an unconditional lifetime guarantee, so I'm pleased to think this purchase could be a sound investment.

I've already had this pack out in the field at least 8 or 9 times and it has proven to be comfortable and well balanced. Everything seems to be in pretty much the right place for me. I love the way the compression and adjustment straps all fall within reach. I like to constantly fine-tune the load between waist and shoulders (there's lots of steep up-and-down, boulder hopping and often bit of scrambling here in Tas). This pack is easy to adjust on the run.

I'm delighted with the product and the value. And, kudos to Amazon for (once again) great service and best price.

The pack fits very well. It has plenty of space for a day trip or minimalist 2 or 3 day. The pack's front pockets are keen and they finally made a pack with it's own built in rain cover! The pack is sturdy and the suspension system is great. I would recommend this product to everyone.

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Osprey makes a great backpack. Lots of adjustments and pockets. The AirSpeed feature keeps the pack off my back and I love the waist support, which is the main reason I looked for a different pack in the first place.

Even though the pack was listed as used, it came in the original plastic and was never used. Good price. Count me satisfied.

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This pack is excellent for warm-weather hiking because it curves away from your back and allows air to flow between the pack and your body. Even in cooler weather, you want moisture to dissipate as much as possible. I wish it had an external pouch or pocket to store a notebook or other small items, but otherwise, it is well-laid out. It may be a bit smaller than advertised, but the curved shape may contribute to the interior volume being less efficient than an equivalent volume rectangle book pack-style pack. It served me well for a long trek in Nepal. Highly recommended.

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This is a great pack at a reasonable price. Many awesome features that other mfrs may have forgotten or ignored. Quite a step up from my old daypack that it replaces. Will get the Osprey hydration bladder to go with it next. Not a full-on complaint exactly, but something I would have preferred: the shoulder straps are not the same color fabric as the body of backpack. They are a lighter shade. Maybe this was the intended style choice, but kind of reminds me of a patchwork deal.

Oh, word to the wise, make sure you check Osprey's sizing guide BEFORE you buy! A proper fit can make a world of difference.