User Review: Osprey Aether 70

Osprey Aether 70
Above: The current Aether 70, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Rating: rated 4.5 of 5 stars
Max. Load Carried: 40
Height of Owner: 6'2"
Price Paid: $250

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.

Osprey has an incredible suspension which carries weight on two staves down the sides of the pack. This feature is incredibly comfortable and allows for a great deal of air flow to pass between your back and the pack, perfect for hot summer days.

The only feature that I am unimpressed with is the belt. While it is thermo molded to your waist, the belt lacks padding and can become uncomfortable on extended trips. Another downside for me is the lack of pockets and storage space outside of the main compartment. There is one mesh pocket that runs the front of the pack but is impossible to retrieve items from while in use.

By far and away the construction and suspension of this pack far outweigh its shortcomings.

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Aether 70 at 12 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Backcountry.com
Aether 70 Backpack- 4000-4400cu in$258.95Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community
Aether 70 Backpack$198.95Buy Now

Moosejaw
Men's Aether 70 Backpack$259.00Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
Aether 70 Backpack$219.89Buy Now

CampSaver.com
Osprey Aether 70 Pack 4200 cu in$258.95Buy Now

REI
Aether 70 Pack$259.00Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor
Aether 70$249.00Buy Now

Mountain Hideaway
Aether 70 Backpack$259.00Buy Now

RockCreek
Aether 70 Backpack$258.95Buy Now

Gear for Adventure
Aether 70 Men's Backpack$258.95Buy Now

EMS
Aether 70 Backpack$194.25Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
Aether 70$259.00Buy Now

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