Osprey Atmos 50

Osprey Atmos 50

Average Rating: rated 4.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 18 Trailspace users

Description

The Atmos 50 is an internal frame backpack made by Osprey. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 18 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Campmor:
"The Atmos 50 provides the ideal volume for your next ultralight backpacking experience. At an average capacity of 3000 cubic inches and an average weight of three pounds, you can carry your ultralight essentials with ease and comfort. A traditional top pocket/top load design and twin front pockets with welded water-resistant zips makes loading easy. Other features include and internal hydration sleeve, zippered mesh pockets and removable sleeping bag straps. Airspeed suspension with 6005-T6 aluminum alloy frame and composite rods. Thermoformed and perforated waffle pattern shoulder straps and hipbelt. ErgoPull hip straps. Daisy chain with removable shockcord clips. Stretch woven side pockets, welded front pocket and floating top pocket."

From Backcountry.com:
"Even though the Atmos 50 Backpack has already won Outside Magazine's Gear of the Year Award, Osprey updated it with a new low-profile back panel. This new design puts the pack closer to your back for better support and more comfort on the long haul. Several pockets and a large front flap help you keep everything well organized. Plus, you still get the mesh back panel and breathable straps that you trust to keep you cool during scorching summer hikes."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Osprey Atmos 50 Backpack provides the ideal volume for your next superlight backpacking experience. At 3000 cubic inches and with an average weight of 3.5 lbs / 1.5 kg, you can carry your superlight essentials with ease and comfort. A traditional floating top pocket/top load design and twin front pockets with welded water resistant zips makes loading easy. Other features include an internal hydration sleeve, zippered mesh pockets on the hipbelt and removable sleeping pad straps.Osprey Atmos 50 Backpack Features: Floating top pocket.2 side zippered front pockets.InsideOut compression straps.Stowe on the go trekking pole storage.Tool attachment.Removable top lid.Size cu. in. liter lbs/oz kg. S 2800 47 3/3 1.45 M 3000 50 3/7 1.54 L 3200 53 3/10 1.84"

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Osprey Men's Atmos 50 Backpack (Fall 2009) The Atmos 50 by Osprey is for fastpacking - overnight to an entire hike of the AT.The all-new Atmos Series addresses the ultralight revolution as only Osprey could - with a suspension that really carries weight, and fabrics and materials that will realistically stand up to the rigors of use. The AirSpeed suspension sets the Atmos Series above all other ultralight packs. The Atmos frame is 6005-T6 alloy aluminum with two 6in. x 5mm fiberglass struts providing flex in the middle. Unlike other mesh tensioned backpanels that are simply flat panels suspended from 4 tensioned corners of an X-frame, this panel is 3D contoured. Additionally, there is a lumbar contour at the bottom and the backpanel follows a back curvature. All contact surfaces are either breathable mesh or perforated, molded waffle foam. The backpanel supports the load well because it is under drum-like tension. When wearing the pack, rather than compressing the load with comp straps at the hips, the back sinks evenly into the lumbar area providing comfortable uniform pressure with no hot spots.With durable 210D fabrics and a weight range of 1 lb., 15 oz to 2 lb., 13 oz. these packs are both light and strong. Two quick release web straps at the top end of the inside of the backpanel provide attachment for your hydration bladder. These straps slide on the aluminum tubing at the top and can be positioned on center or two hole connection points. A central exit for the hydration tube allows routing to either the right or left shoulder strap. The hipbelt and shoulder pads are a waffle molded EVA with perforations. This allows for minimal surface contact and superb ventilation. The hipbelt has a mesh zippered pocket on each side for quick access to energy gel and the like. On the front of the pack, you'll find stretch woven lycra front and side pockets and welded water resistant zippers. Specifications Small: Volume cu.in./liters: 2800/47. Medium: Volume cu.in./liters: 3000/50. Weight: 2lbs13ozs/1.27 kgs. Large: Volume cu.in./liters: 3200/53. Key Features: Top loader Floating top pocket Large twin front pockets with welded water resistant zips Welded front stretch woven pocket Stretch woven side pockets Airspeed suspension with 6005-T6 aluminum alloy frame and composite rods Hydration cavity behind mesh panel with hydration tubing portholes Thermoformed and perforated waffle pattern shoulder straps and hipbelt Zippered mesh pockets on the hipbelt ErgoPull hip straps Daisy chain with removable shockcord clips Removable sleeping pad straps All this at under 3 lbs.! Fabrics: 210d broken twill nylon 210d double-ripstop nylonProtect your pack with the Airporter LZ or Raincover"

User Reviews

rated 4.5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Starwind, Jan 03, 2009

"For lightweight and short trip backpacking, I am a big fan of this backpack. The mesh venting technology works well, keeping the sack off my back. Like someone said before, it carries a bit like an external frame, without the weight. A complement to Osprey's internal frame system."

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rated 4.5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by backpacker_1024, Aug 04, 2008

"I've had this pack for about 2 years now, logged over a hundred miles collectively with it, and have not had a lot of problems with it. I took this pack to Philmont Scout Ranch, New Mexico, the AT, and numerous weekenders, and would not have had any other pack."

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rated 1.5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Pelejr44, Jul 14, 2008

"Terrible service. Osprey is a company to avoid.

After doing the research and trying on packs I chose this one as my next pack for many reasons, one of which is the quality of product we have come to expect from Osprey.

On my very first weekender with it the material tore."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by savgpncl, Apr 23, 2008

"Not a bad bag, but lots of issues for me: I didn't like the stretchy fabric panels they call pockets, shoulder straps are uncomfortable. Zipper on lid routinely jams (fabric needs to overlap the zipper more). Pack is hard to load and needs additional access. Frame has now been copied by other manufacturers (Lowe most recently) so overall I was unimpressed."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Nathan V, Aug 28, 2007

"I've used this pack for overnights, and am planning on some weeklong trips with this pack. It holds all my gear no problem. My only complaint is with the shoulder straps, they dig into my collar bones so bad I had to pick up some wash clothes and stuff them between my bones and the straps to ease some of the pressure."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Dan, Jul 13, 2007

"I just used this backpack for the first time on a 5 day backpacking trip and I agree with most of the previous reviews about the back pack. However I will add a couple things. I didn't think the mesh covered cavity that sits against your back was really effective in keeping me cool, especially for the difficulty it creates in packing gear."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Women's Atmos 50
Reviewed by shortstuff, Jul 02, 2007

"Great backpack! I just came back from a 5-day backpacking trip, and the Atmos 50 never failed to impress me. Even with the women's small model (about 2800 cu. inches), I still managed to not only jam everything I needed, but everything I wanted.

The fit is amazing! At my height of less than 5 feet, it took me a few days to try out numerous women's and kids' backpacks."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by savgpncl, Jun 16, 2007

"I share the other reviewers fondness for this pack. Osprey does a terrific job of building quality gear and this is no exception. The suspension system is the most innovative I've ever used -- it's the closest to an external frame that you'll ever see."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by jeffyisfive, May 18, 2007

"This pack felt sooooo good in the store, where I walked around with it fully loaded for 10 minutes. It's incredibly light, cool on the back, and holds a lot of stuff.

However, in contrast to some of the other reviewers, I'm not fond of its frame system."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by jasonplancaster, May 17, 2007

"It's hard for me to not rate this backpack five stars, but being that it is the only backpack I've ever used, I'm not sure a five star rating would be appropriate.

I bought mine two years ago and have used it for two 5-day backpacking trips in addition to quite a few day hikes to crags with loads of climbing gear."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Cgort, May 01, 2007

"This is def. the most comfortable backpack I have ever worn. It sticks to your body. There is relatively no swaying and it feels great. Just like the company reviews say it distributes weight efficiently. Amazing!"

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Enrico Nassi, Apr 26, 2007

"I can't say enough about this bag. I was recently in Australia for five months, I did everything from hiking the Outback to lugging gear around Sydney. This pack was comfortable in all situations. I overloaded it as well, and even then the back was more than reasonably comfortable on long treks."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by djdan3@gmail.com, Mar 17, 2007

"This is a great lightweight backpack with an excellent suspension system. The mesh paneling (think Aeron chairs) and stabilization system combine to give you cushioned, form fitting pack that distributes weight properly onto your body. Fully packed , 28lb, it feels wonderfully lightweight, cool, and comfortable on your back."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Stardumb, Jan 29, 2007

"This is a 5 for me. It's a great light backpack. I wouldn't say that this is an "ultralight" pack, but it's light enough at approximately 3lbs (medium).

I've packed this for various 30+ miles-3 day hikes and it's proved to be great thus far."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by SthTrad510, Nov 01, 2006

"Great pack. I snagged one at the REI scratch and dent sale. Brand new. All I have to say is that it's awesome. The suspension system is awesome. It's very comfortable to wear. The hipbelt and shoulder straps are very comfy. I would definitely recommend this bad boy."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Dauphin, May 21, 2006

"I must have tried on a zillion packs and I knew this one was for me the minute I put it on. All of the Osprey packs felt great when I tried them on, but the airflow back and the light nature of this pack sold me. I am not an ultralight freak (at least not yet :) ) but I don't mind traveling light."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by Drew Gibson, May 13, 2006

"I love this pack. It doesn't haul a lot of weight but when packed lite it hugs your back and you probably won't notice it is there. I've had to travel through thick huckleberry patches off-trail with it on, which I could never had done in my old pack."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Atmos 50
Reviewed by notmyname, Apr 28, 2006

"This is a review of many packs. Ultimately I did not choose the Osprey Atmos 50. Though I give it 4 stars based on my observations.

I was taking a 17-day trip to Europe and my only luggage was one backpack. I compared the following backpacks:
'06 REI UL30,
'06 REI Catalyst 35L,
'06 REI UL45,
'05 Kelty Redwing 3100,
'06 Gregory Z Pack,
'06 Gregory G Pack,
'06 Osprey Atmos 50,
'06 Osprey Atmos 35

Testing:
First off I recommend REI for backpacks."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Atmos 50 at 15 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Campmor
Atmos 50 Ultralight Internal Frame Pack$198.95Buy Now

Backcountry.com
Atmos 50 Backpack - 2800-3200cu in$198.95Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community
Atmos 50 Backpack$158.95Buy Now

Moosejaw
Men's Atmos 50 Backpack$199.00Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
Atmos 50 Backpack$169.09Buy Now

CampSaver.com
2 purchase options:
Osprey Atmos 50 Pack 3000 cu in$119.37Buy Now
Osprey Atmos 50 Pack 3000 cu in$159.96Buy Now

REI
Atmos 50 Pack$199.00Buy Now

Backcountry Outlet
Atmos 50 Pack - 2800-3200 cu in$139.26Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor
Atmos 50$199.00Buy Now

Mountain Hideaway
Atmos 50 Backpack$199.00Buy Now

RockCreek
Atmos 50 Backpack$198.95Buy Now

Massey's
2 purchase options:
Atmos 50 Internal Frame Pack$179.10Buy Now
Atmos 50 Internal Frame Pack$199.00Buy Now

EMS
Atmos 50 Backpack$199.00Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
Atmos 50 Backpack$199.00Buy Now

Vargo Outdoors
Atmos 50 - Men s Backpack$199.00Buy Now

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