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Osprey Stratos 18 Pack

Osprey Stratos 18 Pack

Item # 733144
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When going simple and light, the Stratos 18 from Osprey® is an ideal daypack for ridge runs, bouldering and mountain bike rides.

  • Osprey AirCore suspension features twin fiberglass struts for support yet flexibility while carrying heavy loads
  • Tensioned, contoured mesh backpanel provides a form-fitting and stable carry while allowing full air circulation
  • Anchoring into top and bottom wings, the suspension system provides uniform pressure with no hot spots
  • Zippered panel-loading design gives you easy access to the pack's contents
  • Front stretch pocket is ideal for stashing jacket, books and other often-used essentials
  • Front pocket with a water-resistant zipper, stretch-woven side pockets and zippered mesh pockets on hipbelt all help you organize your gear
  • Sewn-in hipbelt and harness--both Spacer Mesh--are contoured and anatomically shaped to provide extra control and comfort
  • Spacer Mesh promotes airflow and moisture management
  • Hydration-compatible design features hydration tube portholes and uses cavity behind mesh backpanel to hold reservoir, sold separately
  • Top grab handle and twin ice axe loops round out the features

    Specifications for base volume (cu. in. and liters) and weight are as follows:
  • Small/Medium - 1,000 cu. in. / 16 liters / 1 lbs. 15 oz.
  • Medium/Large -1,100 cu. in. / 18 liters / 2 lbs. 1 oz.

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Item 733144

Osprey Stratos 18 Pack Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeInternal
Approximate volume1,100 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric18 liters
Average weight2 lbs. 1 oz
Average weight - metric0.94 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
MaterialNylon
Number of pockets1 + main compartment
Hydration compatibleYes
Access / LoadingPanel

Osprey Stratos 18 Pack Customer Reviews

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Osprey Stratos 18 Pack
 
4.1

(based on 14 reviews)

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good padding (12)
  • Adjustable (5)
  • Large capacity (4)

Cons

  • Small capacity (4)

Best Uses

  • Day trip (11)
  • Hiking (10)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual adventurer (6), Avid adventurer (5)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist (3)

Reviewed by 14 customers

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Jun

27

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Good, small summer pack

By Glacier Bear

from Seattle, WA

About Me Professional Guide

Site Member

Pros

  • Good padding
  • Great features

Cons

  • Small Capacity

Best Uses

  • Day trip
  • Hiking

Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

Good, lightweight pack for on & off trail day trips in summer. Capacity is limited, but enough for lightweight raingear and light fleece shirt plus the other ten essentials. Has ice axe loops. Can store hydration bladder in pack or behind the back (preferred because of limited capacity). Pockets on hip belt good for snacks, sunscreen, etc. Exterior side pockets handy for gloves and sunglasses. Stuffit pocket on back usable for wet gators and crampons. Hip belt not supportive enough to carry heavy loads, but there's not enough room for that anyway. Pack is comfortable and a great choice for a day where you only need limited gear.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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Jan

4

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

gotta love orange!!

By My desert holiday

from SLC,Utah

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Good padding
  • Very adjustable

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day trip
    • Hiking

    Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

    Great day pack!! Ventilation is great-nothing like other packs, a space of air in between you and your back!! Really cuts down on a sweatie back ! Very nice on winter day hikes! Take off your pack in freezing temps and it's one less spot soaked with sweat. Same for summer but a sweatie back dosn't bother me as much then. The way it's curved to give air flow is the reason there is less space. But It's JUST a day pack and if you do your homework and check it out at REI there will be no suprises. Water Resivour is a little tight. Love the Pockets on the belt-Wish they would do that with their larger packs.
    Perfect size day pack.Any more space your carrying to much.This is not an alpine/climbing pack.

    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    13

    2007

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Short Torso Pack

    By Todd Neville

    from Scottsdale, AZ

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Good suspension

    Cons

    • Made for small person

    Best Uses

    • Day trip

    Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

    This is a great small capacity pack (it is 18L, expect to not put much in it) but I ended up returning mine as the shoulder/waist length is not adjustable...and my torso (I am 5'9) is too long...The waist belt does not sit on my hips (closer to my ribs!) even on the M/L. This is unfortunate for a [$] pack. I would recommend it if you have a short torso, but if you are an average sized male, the waistbelt will probably end up above your bellybutton.For a similar pack, try the Osprey Talon 22, which you CAN adjust the shoulder straps location.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    3

    2008

     
    5.0

    Too small?!?!?!?!?!?!

    By clinks

    from Tigard, OR

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Load
    • Good Padding
    • Highly Adjustable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day Hikes
      • Heavy Loads
      • Light Loads
      • Travel
      • Wet Weather

      Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

      So stoked on this thing!!!!!What do you want to pack with you on a day hike that you can't fit in this? I just picked one up and was able stuff three full size cotton towels in the thing, with no bladder (carry a bottle or buy a bigger pack if you can't/won't) and room to spare for odds and ends!!!!!. This thing is pack-perfection for it's intended purpose and anyone who claims otherwise either can't use it due to fit, or needs to take a lesson in packing.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Minimalist

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Jun

      27

      2008

       
      4.0

      Great for skiing and short trips

      By kc7sqd

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

      • Good fit
      • Rigid structure

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day trip

        Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

        I use this pack when I am skiing, both downhill and cross country. It has enough space for basic extra clothes, emergency gear, food, and a hydration pack. It is pretty slim, so I can sit normally on the chairlift, and it allows me to move freely when I am skiing. I also take this pack on short day trips and it is the perfect size for all of my gear. I like the zipper pockets on the waist straps and the rigid frame that prevents things from getting smashed.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Oct

        4

        2007

         
        2.0

        Made for a monkey

        By greenj

        from Portland, OR

        About Me Casual/ Recreational, Hiker and mtn biker

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Good padding
        • Large capacity
        • Nice original look

        Cons

        • Hard to fit

        Best Uses

        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

        The pack comes in only two sizes. Since it has a very rigid internal frame, it is difficult to get a good fit. I returned the pack because it rested too low on my back.

        If you are a perfect "small/medium", it could be a great pack.

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        Sep

        28

        2007

         
        4.0

        Great pack, minor quibbles

        By Stevie L

        from Syracuse, NY

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Good padding

        Cons

        • Small Capacity

        Best Uses

        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

        I chose this pack to climb Mt. St. Helens. Perfect size for several layers, including fleece and wind/rain shell. Lunch slotted in on top. Fit is terrific, very comfortable, and the large hip belt pockets are great. A few minor issues: internal hydration sleeve is too small for a three-liter bladder, which means hanging it inside the air core mesh area -- thus defeating the purpose somewhat. On the other hand, a two-liter bladder will fit, but it cuts down the already quite snug internal capacity. A wider internal storage area would certainly help.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Sep

        25

        2007

         
        1.0

        Not comfortable

        By odessa

        from boston, ma

        Pros

        • Good padding
        • Large capacity

        Cons

        • Not well balanced

        Best Uses

        • Car Camping
        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

        So many people recommended this pack but it was very uncomfortable for me. After a day hike I return the bag. Even the the size of the bag was right, when I was hiking it was keep pushing my head to front and I was almost ready trow the bag at the hike. Try to do all the adjustment never the less didn't work out for me.

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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        Sep

        24

        2007

         
        5.0

        Best Daypack Ever

        By The Yeti

        from Fort Collins, CO

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Good padding
        • Great for short Hikes

        Cons

        • Small Capacity

        Best Uses

        • Hiking

        Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

        A great Pack for your adventurous kids!

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Sep

        14

        2007

         
        5.0

        Great day pack

        By boulderkitty

        from Northridge, CA

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Good padding
        • Large capacity
        • Very adjustable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Car Camping
          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about Osprey Stratos 18 Pack:

          I love this bag. The air space in the back (between the pack and your back) is great and comfortable... no sweaty back with a pack rubbing on it. The straps are padded and comfy. Overall its a great day pack for hiking around, or a day out climbing.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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