Osprey Aether 70

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The Aether 70 is an internal frame backpack made by Osprey. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 11 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Osprey Aether 70 Pack (Spring 2008) - Backpacker Magazine Best Buy Award If you like your pack streamlined, but enjoy bringing those creature comforts along, the Aether 70 by Osprey is the pack for you. An ideal size for the majority of backpackers, the Aether 70 will carry what you need - whatever your favorite adventure. AirScape suspension IsoForm Components AirScape backpanel with nubbed foam and grip mesh covering provides superior breathability and ultra-comfortable pack to body contact. IsoForm harness in multiple sizes and gender specific cuts features spacer mesh surface with no sewn seams for superb comfort and contoured fit. IsoForm CM Hipbelts provide custom, heat molded fit in multiple sizes and gender specific cuts. Dual entry stretch woven side pockets allows easy access to water bottles. Welded stretch woven front pocket delivers extra carrying capacity. Ski/Trekking pole loops secure skis or poles for easy, stable transport. Spacious, zippered sleeping bag compartment provides organized load division and easy alternative access to main pack body. Removable sleeping pad straps are there when you need them, gone when you don't. Weight: Medium - 4 lb. 9 oz. / 2.07 kg. Large - 4 lb. 12 oz. / 2.15 kg. Volume: Medium - 4200 cu.in. / 70 liters Large - 4400 cu.in. / 73 liters"

From Backcountry.com:
"The Osprey Aether 70 Backpack is just the pack for a multiday backpacking journey or mountaineering trip. Thanks to the Aether 70's AirScape suspension system, which includes aluminum rods to stabilize your load, you can comfortably carry up to 60 pounds in this backpack. Osprey also gave this pack a foam and mesh back panel the foam pads feel comfortable on your back and the mesh breathes so you don't sweat to death under your pack. A padded IsoForm harness has no sewn seams to rub or chafe your chest, and you have the option of getting the thermo-moldable hip-belt custom-fitted to your hips. Load your sleeping bag into its own zippered compartment and top load your other gear into the main compartment. Side pockets hold water bottles, or you can put your bladder (not included) into the Aether's internal hydration sleeve. Use the side loops for your skis in winter and your trekking poles during other seasons."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"Wow! When Osprey decides to redesign their backpacks, they don't just tack on a couple new bells and whistles. The Osprey Aether 70 backpack now features a rebuilt AirScape suspension system, custom molded hipbelt technology, and the IsoForm shoulder harness, available in four sizes. This system truly gives the backpacker a personal fit. The AirScape suspension system provides superior breathablility and ultra-comfortable pack to body contact while dual 7075 AL rods along both edges of the framesheet transfer the load to the custom fit hipbelt. The Osprey Aether 70 backpack carries the usual assortment of camping gear in an organized, efficient manner. Removable sleeping pad straps are ready when needed but can be removed for more streamlined packing. A sleeping bag compartment opens nice and wide for easy load division. Furthermore, side compression straps, dual access side pockets, and a deep stretch woven exterior front pocket hold all sorts of things in such a manner that they don't clang or flop around. A refreshing sip of water is only a nod of the head away, thanks to dual exit ports for a hydration tube. And when you finally reach camp and want to head out on a reconnaissance mission, the floating top pocket and hipbelt can be removed from the pack body and joined together to make a fanny pack. The Osprey Aether 70 backpack is designed to comfortably carry loads of 40 to 50 lbs. For larger loads be sure to check out the Osprey Aether 85 backpack and for smaller loads be sure to check out the Osprey Aether 60 backpack."

From RockCreek:
"Aether 70 is a backpacking, mountaineering light pack that is an ideal size for the majority of backpackers. The Aether 70 will carry what you need whatever your favorite adventure. The Aether 70 has the innovative Airscape suspension system which has dual peripheral aluminum rods that stabilize load and transfer weight close to the body. Also a nubbed foam backpanel with grip mesh covering providing superior breathability and ultra-comfortable pack to body contact. The BioForm CM, IsoForm CM, and Exposure CM hipbelts (patent pending) are a revolutionary advance in the area of custom fit hipbelts. All Osprey's packs feature ErgoPull closure that draws tension along the top and the bottom of the belt with split support wings. Their superb hip pad design offers a fit that is comfortable right off the shelf. With the additional benefits of in-store heat molding, Osprey brings you the best fitting hipbelts you've ever worn."

User Reviews

Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by scorchedstone, Mar 19, 2008

"This pack is astounding in terms of functionality and comfort.

It is a bit heavier than some packs but makes up for it in comfort. The weight difference, in reality, is hard to remember when you're hauling 40-50 lbs of cold weather gear. Trust me, you'll be glad for the extra comfort of the great support systems."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by Bart, Oct 18, 2007

"This pack is a great compromise between being reasonably light, but still having the frame and padding needed to carry mid-weight loads with comfort and stability (35-45lbs). My experience with some of the vaunted ultralight packs is that they are only good when you are able to keep your load ultralight."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by Rory Joyce, Oct 12, 2007

"This is a great pack for most hikers. It holds anything that I can think to put in it and is very comfortable. It is difficult to access a water bottle from the side pockets while wearing the pack, but a 1 liter Platypus works perfectly in them. My only other complaint is with the weight."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by Hikingforhannah, Sep 20, 2007

"This pack is awesome. I took the recommendation of Backpacker magazine's gear guide and researched this pack and ultimately found it on sale at a great price. The pack is very comfortable and spacious.

The only potential gripes I could make are a)the shoulder straps are a little uncushioned (at least more than my last pack) and b)the outer pocket is difficult to get into because of the straps."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by LBA7895, Sep 20, 2007

"I was originally going to buy a Gregory Baltoro, but noticed the weight difference between it and the Osprey and went with the Osprey Aether 70. I have used it for a multi-day section hike on the AT in Georgia and also on several shorter hikes in North Carolina and North Florida."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by Kent Nordin, Sep 11, 2007

"After my first summer that included a week in the Winds and Tetons, and several weekend jaunts closer to home I feel I have finally found "my" pack.

What I like:
Hipbelt - It is worth the difference the heat molding makes, buy this from a dealer who can custom heat mold the belt for you."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by Cbakerwitt, Aug 30, 2007

"I have been an avid backpacker for at least a decade and have used or tried many packs. For the past two years this has been my go to pack for both week long and weekend trips. Overall the pack's construction is excellent, after having seen hundreds of miles on the trail and having been tossed on the ground and into the back of my car it looks as good as the day I bought it."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by lizzieB, Jun 02, 2007

"I really love this pack, certainly compared to when I did most of my backpacking with external frame packs years ago! But just a couple of minor gripes which prevent me giving it a fully enthusiastic five stars, you may think them trivial in which case, fine; if I could give 4."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by abuhamza, Dec 25, 2006

"I have used this pack for bushwhacking in the mountains of S/E Oklahoma, as well as the Texas hill country. It's light, comfortable, and ideally suited for multi-day trips. The vented front pocket is great for stashing a rain jacket or other need-to-get items."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by Oregonlahar, Jul 05, 2006

"I have hiked about 50 miles so far with my Aether 70. So far, so good. There are aspects about this bag that are fantastic, the weight, price, features are all top notch. In particular, I like the elastic pockets, straps and the airscape back. When hiking in hot weather, my skin has a tendency to get rashy and pimpley (blah) and I have noticed that it is less with the Osprey."

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Men's Aether 70
Reviewed by hiker62va, Apr 23, 2006

"I down-sized from the Gregory Palisades for my 3-5 day excursions into the Applachian. This pack was firm on my back, was extremely comfortable (great suspension) and held all my gear. And it is fully 2 lbs lighter than my Palisades. I could not be more thrilled with this pack. My four hiking buddies all tried it on and wish they had it."

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