I worked at an outdoor shop for a while and as soon as I let the customer try the Osprey AG packs it was over for the competitors. It's by far the most comfortable backpacking system there is. Writing this comment I wonder why I didn't buy it for myself, but I settled on an Exos for the weight savings. Just saying you can't go wrong with an AG pack.

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 👍

@suhelavaneerten419

Жыл бұрын

I had this experience myself. I am changing my 15-year old 55:10L bag for a smaller, lighter and more comfortable pack. Since I had Lowe Alpine, i started fitting one of those. The weight that was put in felt quite impressive. Then I got the same in the Aura and I was actually unsure it could be the same weight.

@shanebrowning8862

4 ай бұрын

Any regrets going w the Exos? I’m at the same crossroads myself…

Very helpful to go in depth on those details and the actual differences that explains the cost disparity.

Love my Kestrel 48 . Have my gear list down now , fits into 48 . Great video atb Tony 🇮🇪🇮🇪👌

I am fortunate to have several osprey backpacks, and I really like this video . My atmos 65ag and aether plus 100 are fantastic! I highly recommend either of them. Cheers

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

I was thinking of going even bigger for winter but just not sure I could carry it 😂

A great review! Most of our packs are Osprey ranging from 18l for day pack and 66 for a camp. I am really small and the Osprey women's packs are the only ones where I can adjust the back height to fit comfortably. They are definitely worth the investment. We have a range of sizes in our house from the women and standard size range so whatever we are doing one of the packs will do the job!

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Ive had the atmos for 5 years now and used it a lot, and it holds up so well!

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 👍

Fantastic video mate, great breakdown - love the summary targeting needs/wants

@BackpackingUK

4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

Great in-depth review. Thank you!

Nice review. I love the Kestrel 48 for day hikes requiring a lot of equipment or clothing. I just got out of the backcountry where I was 4 days with my Aether AG 65. I can’t say enough good about the way it rides on my back and my bony hips. It is the only backpack I have ever owned that doesn’t bruise my waist and hips after many days of walking.

Great video, just what i needed. Thank you!

Great review! I've hiked-scrambled over 3500km with my Levity 60 and I can add here that it is super durable too. Very little wear for that amount of use, will definitly last another 1000-1500km. For a lightweight hiker like me it actually has plenty of features for 900gr, amazing longhike backpack, best in its category if you need a lightweight 60l backpack.

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@Legionnaire7777

6 ай бұрын

I'm currently using the exos pro 55 and feel the same way it's durable and great for it use and so comfortable too.

@vvs3796

2 ай бұрын

What maximum load it s comfortable at? Some say even 17 kg it handles well,others that over 12 is not so great..​@@Legionnaire7777

Thanks so much for this! 4 of these are on my list and even while i am looking for a smaller & lighter version (50L/ 12kg), this is very helpfull! Although I am sure it is also very personal and i ordered 4 to have the chance to try them out a bit before i make my choice :)

Im liking the exos 55 pro at the moment, nice review 👍🏻

So good brother - been wondering about their differences. Thank you

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

The only other one worth mentioning is the Exos. That's great for lighter loads and has way more features than the Levity. 1.3kg.

I have a 20 inch torso and have a S/M Kestrel 48 and a L/XL Aether 65. Both in blue. Both bags are really really nice and comfortable. Definitely recommend trying all the bags and sizes on before buying. Thank you REI lol

Just bought the Atmos AG 65 new version does anyone find the lip where the mesh and the fabric starts on the back panel rubs off the top of the hip bones. Might just be my body shape as I've got positioned and measure perfectly on the hips.

Good video mate thanks!

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍

Thank you so much for this video

Hi Andy, great video as always, very informative indeed. Would it be possible for you to produce a video on Thermal Base layers as Autumn and winter are on the horizon? Thanks

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

I'll see what I can do 👍

@titanicicaproduction

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK thanks Andy. I'm thinking along the lines of energy saving at home in the winter months so I will wear thermals to keep warm, I hope others consider this option if they can't afford the high energy bills

Hi Andy Really good review mate. I have ospray 48 I love it. But struggle when it comes to autumn winter. A love the look of atmos 65 but your making we sway toward the Aether 60 ! Now I’m stuck 🤔 Atb Graham

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

I've used my Kestrel 48 with a dry bag on top or bottom carrying clothes or sleeping bag. It's not the perfect way of carrying but it saves buying a bigger pack. The AG packs are perfect for winter!

I can't speak for the others, as I have never used them, but I hiked the West Highland Way with a total 18 Kg using the Rook 65 and had no issues. I would however have liked there to be trekking pole loops. Cheers Andy 👍🙂

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 👍

Great video! Super useful indeed. Any thoughts on the Osprey Archeon 70?

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

The weight puts me off, 2.8kg!

Thank you for your detailed review. I purchased the ATMOS AG 50 for my son to start his DofE, I thought it would be a good investment and I am a big osprey fan. ;-) I have a question about the waterproof cover. Should the AG 50 have come with a detachable waterproof cover inside the base compartment?

@antduke2361

3 ай бұрын

Yes that model does come with one

A medium atmos 65 on YOUR recommendation andy,and its the best pack ive had by miles 👍

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Great to here! I just don’t think you can beat the Anti-Gravity system.

the anti gravity system also causes a lot of osprey packs to squeek a lot...very annoying when you are in nature

5 Osprey back packs are you a premiership footballer !!! 🤣🤣🤣 great vid Andy 👍👍👍

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

Which is the best osprey backpack for a 2 day trek ?

I have the aether and with my son in for there is plenty of kit! Hike up kinder scout with 20kg and it was a dream!!

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

It really is that good isn’t it. It’s hard to get your head around the fact that a heavy backpack is more comfy but it’s true!

A great review! Just FYI, the Atmos AG does also come in a 50L version too :)

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I think the 50L came in this year.

@srennielsen4545

Жыл бұрын

I have godt the 65 in deep blue, 100% Perfect condition. I would like to Trade it for a 50😁. (Denmark).

Nice side by side comparison Andy. I’ve got the kestrel 48, and it fits my summer kit in, just. Going to be a squeeze for winter with a bigger sleeping bag and more warm kit. Wish I’d of gone for the 58 version in hindsight. Sub 10k base for winter kit so weight shouldn’t be an issue though. ATB

@brentmac122

Жыл бұрын

I bought the Kestrel 48 and swapped it out for the 58 the day after. The 58 feels like the same exact size and weight and has a much more useful front opening. I recommend everyone get the 58 over the 48. You can get it just as compressed and small as the 48 and you have extra space if you need it.

@craig3401

Жыл бұрын

@@brentmac122 I have the 58 it's a really good proper 3 season bag which will serve most people's needs if you're into ultralight then it's not a bag for you and maybe for winter it might be a squeeze for some

Well imo I think that ospreys are the best packs I've got 5 from the talon 11,26,44 and kestrel 58,68 there all airscape and yes I do get a sweaty back but I sweat a lot so even airspeed wouldn't solve that.i like the build quality and the features especially the stow on the go as for the weight carrying even my winter weight is only about 15kg so the kestrel 68 does just fine I don't have a problem with the padding.my spring autumn weight is about 10kg so my 58 takes that summer is about 7.5 so the talon 44 takes that the 2 smaller packs are for day walks.but why have so many packs of the same size?

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

I tend to take a lot of gear with me hence requiring a larger backpack. BPUK is a review channel so I've got to try lots of gear (that's my excuse anyway!).

Just ordered a Rook 65 from Go Outdoors, with Scout leader discount it was less than £65 for the green version, for that money it was a no brainer. Looking to replace my 20 year old 65+15 Karrimor pack which has seen better days, plus the size of it encourages me to take more than I need.

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Bargain!

Can you check the Atmos 65?

Great video. Ultralight packs are for ultralight hikers, full-stoop, a different hiker than the rest. I've used an Aether for 10 years, including a 1000 km hike; it's a remarkable pack, durable, and so comfortable that when worn correctly, it's like you're wearing nothing, even with 20 kg. My only issue has been the max 23-inch torso, which is the longest you can get, I think, and I seem to be a little longer. If anyone has any experience in this area, please share. Can the Atmos really carry 20kg? I've read less elsewhere.

hello, thanks for the review :) i can't find the aether AG, on your link it is the aether (without AG) and i can't find the aether ag in Belgium ? only the atmos AG ? Do you know about this difference ?

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

The new Aether has the Airscape backpanel which is still really comfy and fits close to your back.

@bartklingele4483

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUKthanks…I ordered the atmos… based on you inspiration and enthousiasm in the video ….curious about the Anti gravity system…thanks for your video, my first idea was the kestrel 65, but with your inspiration I changed 👍👌😀

You can no longer buy the Aether AG version. What do you think about the airscape system on this? Very good video by the way, thanks a lot!

@higherlifts420

Жыл бұрын

You should try to go try them on side by side. I went to rei a couple different days to try on bags and make sure I get the most comfortable ones. I loved the Aether! Even more so than the Atmos AG. I eventually left with a kestrel 48 for day/small trips and the Aether 65 for heavy overnight trips. Both are very comfortable bags for my body

Hi Andy, I'm wondering if you've ever checked out the Osprey Farpoint 55L Trek. Would love to know what your thoughts are on it especially in comparison to the others you mention here....

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

My mate uses the Farpoint 70, he goes on week-long backpacking trips. I'll give it a review next year but I know he really rates it.

@stonew1927

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Sorry, I'm from the States. By "rates it" do you mean likes, or hates?

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

@@stonew1927 Likes!

How well do the pads on the hips (Atmos) conform to your body? I tried out the bag in store and they dig into my hips a bit

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Yes, they sort of do that. I prefer to say they hug your body! The hip pads / belt really do take the weight off the pack off your shoulders. It feels odd when unladen but makes sense when fully loaded 👍

@creglia

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK excellent. Thank you for the reply and great content. Happy trails!

nice presentation I was hoping if you had showed each one individually rather than one close to each one other than that it's amazing! also can I ask for a favor in the future can you do a presentation about Gregory katmai 65 I bought it not long ago and it's absolutely amazing backpack

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

I'll check it out!

@lamineaim5562

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK I've had the zulu 65 but I've upgraded to the katmai 65 which has the Freefloat 360 technology I would be so happy if you make a presentation about it and thank you so much for your efforts wish you all the best

How about the UNLTD AG? The new flagship model, have you tried that one yet? It's probably the most expensive one in the world too.

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Check out my other videos 👍

I find the Farpoint 70l the perfect rucksack ( and you can attach a day pack if required

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

If you watch my wild camp videos, Brian has a Farpoint 70. He loves it!

One thing to remember is that whilst the Anti-Gravity system is amazing, it cannot carry heavier loadouts comfortably (usually tops out ~13kgs). You will start to feel it after that! There are better Osprey options if you are carrying heavier loadouts. Majority of differences between the packs (apart from the Levity, as it's focused on weight saving) are minor in my opinion (I'm still trying to work out why you have so many 60 litre packs!). Rook is an entry level pack, working up to the Aether at the higher end of features. Would have loved to have seen the Exos in there as I believe that's probably the best middle of the road pack in terms of what you get for what you pay. Especially since the 2022 version has hip pockets back!

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

I didn't buy the old Exos because of the lack of hip pockets and because the Levity is much lighter. However, the 2022 Exos is back in the game! I hope to own one soon. Personally, as for the AG System, I think you're wrong there, it's built for big heavy loads and I've comfortably done big distances with big weight in mine. I suppose everyone's built differently though.

@carladams837

Жыл бұрын

Exos is brilliant I have the new Version . And the levity I also have great long distance backpacks . I did have the atmos 65 but I did find this bag heavy and to big for long distance hiking. It started to make squeaky noises when walking 😵‍💫

@Strychninex

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK I respectfully would have to disagree - from my own testing and multiple other reviews, it's almost agreed that the other Osprey support designs carry heavier loads better. It's also why the AG system isn't available on the higher capacity bags. That's not to say it's not great - it is! (I prefer using it if I can). I also have both the new UNLTD bags, the AG 64 and the AirScape 68 and can confirm the AirScape carries heavier loads better (closer to the body and more comfortably).

I have an atmos, aether and kestrel 68 and I disagree. On long distances carrying 13kg for a week the kestrel which is my latest well out performs the other 2. I think anti gravity is over kill. The extra weight isn't worth it. As for the sweating? I get that on all of my rucksacks including lowe alpine. For me the kestrel is just the most comfortable and its close proximity to the body helps when I'm on steeper ground which in Wales is a lot!

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Fair enough, everyone’s built differently, but for me the shoulder straps on the Kestrel aren’t good enough for carrying 15kg plus over long distances.

@mattglyndwr8622

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK im quite small build so maybe that's reason plus I've always been used to military rucksacks which are pretty uncomfortable lol

How do you put a locker on the osprey rook 65?

@BackpackingUK

11 ай бұрын

Locker?

They don't make Atmos AG 50l anymore?

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

They do for 2022!

Can the kestrel attach the daylight travel?

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Not as far as I’m aware but not 100% certain.

How would you rank the Osprey Exos 58, in comparison to these five ones?

@BackpackingUK

Ай бұрын

The Exos is far better than the Levity is almost every way. It’s really comfy for lighter weights. Personally, I wouldn’t want 15kg in it! For up to 12kg all-in it’s a cracking backpack. I’ve got the Exos 48.

@mihodo8160

Ай бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Thank you!

@mihodo8160

Ай бұрын

@@BackpackingUK I'm currently deciding on an Osprey backpack for a 5-week trip in Japan from July to August with a friend. We're planning to do a mix of everything, visit cities, hotspots and go hike Mt. Fuji and around nature parks. I'm currently stuck deciding between the Aether 65 or the Rook 65. Partly because it's gonna be hot and humid and I expect to drag the backpack around quite a lot. I also probably don't want it to weigh too much... Which one would you recommend?

Can I ask why are you selling the eather?

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

It’s a large and I need a medium. I’ve used it but it just wasn’t sitting on my hips properly.

I have to say after trying a few packs out from different manufacturers Big Agnes, Deuter Sierra Designs, I have found they are better in regard to what modem users need and weight too. What I have yet to find is the customer service of Osprey, they have replied to me within 48 hours every time I needed a repair or a part for a pack or general advice on models. Gregory have been by far the worst, good luck with them if you need a warranty ! If only Osprey could make a few better models like a top loader roll top ultralight and a load hauling pack that is minimal with a reasonable weight.

@BackpackingUK

3 ай бұрын

The Exos Pro has good reviews and that’s sub-1kg with proper features unlike some of the dcf bin bag ultralight ones.

Atmos does come in a 50l too Andy

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Yes, the new version does!

@chrish3305

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK and the ‘old’. They’ve done an Atmos 50 for at least 5 years. I have the 50 in the same style you have the 65. I’ve had the 65 in that style too but sold it on. The old old generation with the old logo had a 50 as well

I’m 6.1 which size do you recommend?

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

L/XL 👍

@lukeclayton-holland1564

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK thank you man

Had ATmos 65 before and it was awful,Exos 58 is my choice and probably the best backpack I ever used

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Awful? Really?!?! How?

@hubert12125

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Side pockets were restricting my hand movement,when it was loaded above 15kg it was uncomfortable to wear also top compartment was pushing my head.It was brilliant backpack when it was empty but not during the use.Had atmos 35&50 and exos 58 after and those were brilliant

Atmos AG comes in 50L as well.

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I think that's new for 2022. This model only came in 65L.

@gixxer4646

Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK i have the 2018 version of atmos 50l, from what i saw its the same as Exos, both come in different size. The new 2022 50l and 65l have a new colour, more to blue and maybe a different material, as the old ones both are grey. Also not sure if old version of 65l its the same as '22, the top bag cant be taken down and use without it, but on 50l you can take it out the same as Exos version and use it with the top cover, that is integrated under the top bag.

Exos all the way for me

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely popular with those who travel light.

"Which Osprey Backpack Bag is the BEST?" A Mystery Ranch! 😆

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100% they do that Atmos in 50L in that model. I've got one and I've had it since 2020.

@BackpackingUK

Жыл бұрын

Didn’t know that, thanks for letting me know 👍

Spasibo

no one. Macgregory.

@BackpackingUK

8 ай бұрын

😂

hi!! what would you recommend me?? i hike in summer & winter -Osprey Tempest 40w -Osprey Kestrel 38 -Osprey Sirrus 36 thank you so much!!