Osprey
Osprey Kestrel 48
Kestrel 48 is Osprey's workhorse rucksack: heavier 420D recycled nylon and a 500D base where the Kestrel LT goes light, a LightWire frame with an AirScape framesheet, and an adjustable torso. The raincover lives in its own pocket at the base, and a zippered sleeping-bag compartment, front shove-it pocket and dual ice tool loops round out a conventional layout. It weighs 4.6 lbs in L/XL (46 L S/M at 4.4 lbs) and is also sold in 38, 58 and 68 L.
Specifications
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| Capacity | Price | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 38 L | $220 | — |
| 48 Lthis pack | $240 | 4.6 lbs |
| 58 L | $260 | 4.9 lbs |
| 68 L | — | — |
Features
Pros
- ✓420D body and 500D base are much heavier-wearing than Osprey's 100D-210D hiking fabrics
- ✓Raincover included, stowed in a dedicated base pocket
- ✓Adjustable torso spans 16-23 in across two sizes
- ✓Zippered sleeping-bag compartment with a floating divider
- ✓$240 is $25 less than the Exos 48
- ✓Internal reservoir sleeve with Hydraclip
Cons
- ✗4.6 lbs is nearly 2 lbs heavier than the Exos 48 (2.8 lbs)
- ✗Top lid is fixed, so there is no lidless mode
- ✗Osprey publishes no load rating
- ✗Foam framesheet back panel traps more heat than suspended mesh
- ✗S/M size is 46 L, not 48
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