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Specifications for Small/Medium: torso / base volume (cu. in. and liters) / weight are as follows:
Imported.
Item 764215
Specification | Description |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Frame type | Internal |
| Approximate volume | 2,300 cubic inches |
| Approximate volume - metric | 38 liters |
| Average weight | 3 lbs. 3 oz. |
| Average weight - metric | 1.45 kilograms |
| Adjustable torso | Yes |
| Fits torso | 19 or greater inches |
| Dimensions | 26.5 x 12 x 11 inches |
| Material | Nylon |
| Number of pockets | 6 + main compartment |
| Hydration compatible | Yes |
| Access / Loading | Top |
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Comments about Osprey Kestrel 38 Pack:
This has been an amazing pack so far. I've used it for several long day hikes and a few extended weekend overnighters. It does a great job of hugging your body and even with the amazing amount of padding still comes in under several other comparables packs in weight.
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Comments about Osprey Kestrel 38 Pack:
I've used this pack on my canyoneering trips in Zions and that means carrying 200 feet of wet rope in it, sliding down rocks, using it as a brace between me and two rock walls, throwing it off cliffs, etc. It has been everything I wanted in a pack for just that sort of activity. It's got some great gear loops so I can hang my rappelling gear on it, a 200 foot rope fits in it just fine. And it's got a ton of pockets for stashing cameras, snacks and everything else. It is so comfortable too! Even with the heavy weight in it I can adjust it perfectly to the point where I don't feel like I've got any weight in it. Sweet pack and no complaints!
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Comments about Osprey Kestrel 38 Pack:
I did my research before buying this pack. I looked at Gregory, Kelty, REI, and other brands, but settled with Osprey.
I have used it twice, one in Ape Caves in Washington and once on a weekend backpack/camping trip.
This back not only held my tent, pad, sleeping bag, hydration bag, food, clothes, and cooking material, BUT I couldn't event tell.
It fits great around the waist, and is VERY easy to adjust. There are so many places to put stuff that I didn't know what to do.
Also it comes with its own rain fly, and my camping trip was in a downpour and everything remained dry, even my camera.
This is great back, and it is the best value at the price.
I highly reccommend this product!!!
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Comments about Osprey Kestrel 38 Pack:
I'm currently using my Osprey as my main pack for traveling throughout Europe. Its great for that purpose. Lightweight, fits me fantastically (5'5 girl), and isn't so big that I pack it with unnecessary items. I can fit surprisingly a lot more than I thought. One downside is the lack of many pockets and compartments that other packs might have. Also the zipper doesn't go all the way around so, if I have something in the middle of my pack, its a bit of a hassle to get to. But that problem doesn't exist if the item is at the bottom of my pack because there's a zipper there. Awesome!
Honestly, quality product. I'm abusing it and its holding up great.
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Comments about Osprey Kestrel 38 Pack:
Great weekend pack that serves a lot of purposes. I've used it for everything from day ski tours around Berthoud Pass, long day ski tours in the San Juans, spring 2-3 day weekends in the Sangres and then general travel. Carries 25-30 pounds very well, have loaded it up to 35-40 and it didn't have any issues. Shoulder strap foam is the key to this whole piece of equipment and makes life a lot easier on those long slog descents back to the car.
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Comments about Osprey Kestrel 38 Pack:
Was looking to replace my Gregory Reality with a smaller pack for traveling abroad. The features of the Osprey seemed ideal- excellent location of compartments, comfortable and adjustable fit, sits well on the hips, built in rainfly and so on. Was going to use it as a school backpack as well and planned to break it in this semester.
Note on the Gregory: I've had it for 6 years and it's been tossed off busses, thrown down stairs, used as a chair, a pillow, stepped on, shoved through tight spaces, skidded down rocks, dragged, swung, kicked and otherwise ridden hard and put away wet. It is still in awesome condition.
I've had the Osprey 2 days and it already has a hole. It fell off the back of my bike and the slight skid opened it up already.
Excellent backpack if you are careful with your gear. Not a great choice if you're wreckless like me. Returning it for something tougher.
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Comments about Osprey Kestrel 38 Pack:
The clerk at REI worked real hard on fitting my daughter, making sure it was not to big, nor that she would outgrow it in a year, this pack was perfect! She can do 15 lbs and later carry 25 easily with this pack! I have since searched for anything better, and can not find it!
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I bought this pack to use for colder-weather dayhikes and one-night backpacks where I need just a little more room to hold clothes and other items than a light summer pack can hold. I find that I use it even for summer dayhikes because it is so darn comfortable, mainly due to the hip belt that my summer daypack lacks, but I have not found it useful for multi-day backpacks...just too small for my style of backpacking. I really enjoy the tension mesh that holds the pack itself off my back. This helps a little on cooling, but the real benefit is that there are no sharp corners poking me in the back. The stiff tension bars hold the pack's shape even if it's not completely full, and that also helps in loading and finding items within. There are lots of pockets, straps and attachment points, and after almost a year of use, there are no tears or rips. The integrated rainfly has come in handy on many occasions, and it deploys very quickly and easily from the back of the pack. It may be too much bag for some to use as a daypack, but I like to carry all I need to be prepared for just about anything (emergency kit, rain jacket, extra shirt, trowel, food, water, compass, etc.), so it works great for me.
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Comments about Osprey Kestrel 38 Pack:
This is my first "real" backpack I've bought. I got sick of using my chincy north face bag for my go to backpack. I took this thing with me for a three day paddle/hiking trip to Miles Glacier. It performed flawlessly as we were bushwacking our way through thick brush and devils club on a 5 hr 1700ft hike into a mountain valley. The bottom access is key, I was able to shove my DSLR camera bag inside this bag and still have quick access to it from the bottom.
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