Osprey Kestrel 48

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The Kestrel 48 is an internal frame backpack made by Osprey. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Campmor:
"The Osprey Kestrel 48 Daypack features a great looking, forward-thinking design in a multi-use technical pack. This pack offers all the features needed for everything from a long trek to a quick peak assault. 4 mm powder coated spring steel peripheral rod frame. 5 mm HDPE foam framesheet. AirScape back panel with 5 mm ridged foam. EVA foam torso adjustable harness. Mesh covered die-cut slotted EVA foam hipbelt with sewn on zippered pockets. Unique Stow-On-The-Go trekking pole attachment. Integrated rain cover. Hydration compatible. Front daisies with bungee tie-offs. Top loading with fixed top pocket. Sleeping bag access zipper. Front and side stretch woven pockets. Stretch Lycra spandex mesh front and side pockets. Zippered side pockets."

From Backcountry.com:
"The Osprey Kestrel 48 Backpack includes all the features you need for overnight backpacking trips where you'd rather travel light than bring the kitchen sink. The Aerospace back panel provides plenty of support for 30 to 40lb loads without the need for heavy aluminum stays. Osprey added stretch Lycra front and side pockets in case you can't get all your gear into the Kestrel 48 Backpack's 2800cu inches of cargo space. Rain clouds on the horizon? No worries. This fully featured pack even has an integrated rain cover to keep everything dry while you make your way to camp."

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Osprey Kestrel 48 Backpack (Fall 2009) The Kestrel Pack Series by Osprey provides great looking, forward-thinking design in a multi-use technical pack. Designed for the outdoor enthusiast looking for a "quiver-of-one" these packs offer all the features needed for everything from a long trek to a quick peak assault.Features:Top loading with fixed top pocketSleeping Bag Access ZipperFront and side stretch woven pocketsIntegrated rain cover"Stow-on-the-go" trekking pole attachmentZippered side pocketsInternal spring steel frameHydration compatibleFront daisies with bungee tie offsZippered hip beltpocketsSpecifications (S/M):Volume: 2800 cu in. (46 L)Weight: 3 lbs 5 oz (1.50 L)Specifications (M/L):Volume: 2900 cu in. (48 L)Weight: 3 lbs 7 oz (1.56 L)"

From Altrec Outdoors:
"The Kestrel Series provides great looking forward thinking design in a multi-user technical pack. Designed for the outdoor enthusiast looking for a "quiver-of-one" the Osprey Kestrel 48 Daypack pack offers all the features needed for everything from a long trek to quick peak assault. Features include a HDPE foam framesheet, AirScape backpanel with tri-section - ridged foam - central air chimney, along with spacer mesh covered EVA foam torso with adjustable harness. Additional details for this top loading backpack include hipbelt sewn on zippered pockets. ice/gear loops, and front/side stretch woven pockets."

User Reviews

Men's Kestrel 48
Reviewed by Neil Larson, Jul 31, 2009

"I just used it for the first time on a long but short trip and climb, two days 28 miles. I couldn't ask for more in terms of a 1-3 night pack. I had room to spare and the comfort and fit for a 30-35 lbs load was incredible. The sto-and go for you hiking pole was the envy of the group. They work well."

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