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Osprey Ace 48 Pack - Youth

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Not just a scaled-down adult pack, the Ace 48 pack from Osprey was designed to fit children's dimensions and proportions—and it grows with them!

Fits a variety of backs, thanks to its generous torso-length adjustment: just rip it, adjust it and stick it
Pack is sized to fit kids from approximately 12 to 16 years old
To ensure a healthy and comfortable carry, loaded pack should not be more than 15 to 20 percent of child's body weight
AirScape backpanel features three sections of ridged foam and a central air chimney for increased ventilation
Running down the sidewall, peripheral rods anchor to load-lifter straps and hipbelt, actively transferring load and resisting sag
Top-loading design gives you easy access to the pack's contents; two zippered pockets in removable/extendable lid let you stash maps and small items
Retractable sleeping bag compartment has straps to pull it in from the inside allowing the negative space on the outside for a sleeping bag or pad
ErgoPull hipbelt closure provides extra cinching leverage—drawing tension along top and bottom, not through the center—relieving hipbone pressure
Zippered pockets on hipbelt let you stash small essentials such as a digital camera, snacks, lipbalm and sunblock
Front stretch pocket is ideal for stowing jacket, hat and other often-used essentials
Large stretch-woven side pockets hold your water bottles and organize other small gear items
Hydration-compatible design features reservoir sleeve and a drink tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately)
Bottom of pack features a small zippered compartment to hold built-in raincover, which is tethered for security
Backpacker April ’09 declares that the Osprey Ace 48 “represents a sea change in comfort, features and durability among youth backpacks.”

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Osprey Ace 48 Pack - Youth

4.6

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (5)
Highly adjustable (5)
Easy to load (3)
Good padding (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Extended trips (4)

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Nov

2009

(16 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great kids pack!

By Sig in Arkansas

from Little Rock, AR

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good Padding
Highly Adjustable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Extended Hikes

Comments about Osprey Ace 48 Pack - Youth:

My daughter has been using this for a year now (spanning ages 11.5-12.5) and loves it. She carries her own tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, clothes, etc... 20-25 pounds.

She carries that weight just fine with zero complaints on multiday backpacking trips including a week in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Dec

2010

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Good size that will grow with them

By ChaCha

from South Florida

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Padding
Highly Adjustable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Extended Hikes
Wet Weather

Comments about Osprey Ace 48 Pack - Youth:

This pack has many great points besides the general pros. It is also sized so that my son can carry it now (9 yrs old) until adulthood with the adjustable hipbelt and torso. I love that it came with an attached rain cover. That alone can save some $. The hipbelt is so adjustable that it can accomadate my very thin son. Worth the money!

Aug

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Perfect pack for kids

By Sierra Gregg

from Carson City, NV

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good Padding
Good Suspension
Highly Adjustable

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking

Comments about Osprey Ace 48 Pack - Youth:

Perfect multi-day backpack for kids. I bought this pack for my son last summer when he was 10. He first used it on a 7-day, 54 mile backpack in the Sierra. He has since used it on many trips through two seasons, and has never had a complaint about comfort. It is very adjustable, and the quality is excellent, as well.

Jan

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great pack for small-frame ladies

By OutdoorsieGirl

from Houston, TX

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Highly Adjustable

Cons

Best Uses

Extended Hikes

Comments about Osprey Ace 48 Pack - Youth:

After a long search for a pack that could be adjusted down to my size(4'11", 105lbs)I have been completely happy with this purchase. It holds everything I need for multi-week hikes, and although the padding appears a little thin on the shoulder straps, I have not experienced any discomfort. I have been using this pack for the last 2 years on a regular basis, and though it could probably use a good wipe down, it is still in perfect condition with no wear problems.
The small pockets on the belt are perfect for little snacks and chapstick. The water bottle pockets, though ample in size, require a certain amount of stretching and determination to access the bottle mid-hike.
There is a safety whistle integrated into the buckle on the chest strap, and list of safety procedures located on the underside of the top lid pocket.
Overall, an excellent pack for smaller ladies.

Dec

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

For Growing Youth

By fastdonut

from Syracuse, Utah

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Suspension
Highly Adjustable

Cons

Snagging mesh fabric

Best Uses

Extended Hikes
Growing with child
Wet Weather

Comments about Osprey Ace 48 Pack - Youth:

I bought this pack for my daughter when she was 12 to do 50+ miles in Sequoia and Yosemite with me. This is a very comfortable and highly adjustable pack. She grew considerably since then and we readjusted it for a perfect fit each time. She's now a veteran with many miles under her hip belt. Torso adjusts easily (even on the trail). The pack is as solid and durable as you would expect from Osprey, a recognized industry leader. I was surprised that the back mesh pocket was made from material that tends to attract twigs, pine needles and other debris. Therefore, it gets dirty easy and has tendency to collect little snags (minor aesthetics, I suppose). Most youth packs are "dumbed down," meaning they lack many features serious backpackers consider essential. This is not so with Osprey; features include quality hip and shoulder straps, sternum straps, full size Nalgene-ready side pockets, hydration-compatible, ventilated and moldable padded back support, integrated rain cover, tool loops and ice axe/pole loop, and compression straps. This pack is loaded for both novice and experienced youth adventurers. This pack was designed to grow with a child in age, stature and experience level. Any youth should be proud to carry Osprey on their back.