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Osprey Kestrel 48 Pack

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The Osprey Kestrel 48 pack sports a sleek, technical design with an adjustable torso and lightweight materials, making it an ideal pack for overnight or weekend trips.

Mesh-covered, die-cut EVA hipbelt saves weight and enhances breathability
Pack fits a wide variety of backs thanks to rip-and-stick, torso-length adjustability: just rip it, adjust it and stick it
Lightweight AirScape™ back panel features ridge-molded foam with channels covered in mesh to allow airflow
LightWire™ peripheral-hoop alloy frame and HDPE framesheet provide a flexible and light structure
Top-loading design features a floating, removable lid with a pocket that allows ample gear storage
Externally accessible lower compartment accommodates a sleeping bag
Stow-On-The-Go™ trekking pole attachment lets you stow and remove poles (not included) while still wearing pack
Poles tuck away between your arm and pack; adjustable shockcord on left-hand shoulder strap and a side loop hold poles in tightly
Front and side stretch-woven pockets are ideal for stashing a jacket and other often-used gear
Hipbelt features 2 zippered pockets for stashing a digital camera and snacks
Hydration-compatible design features reservoir sleeve and drink tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately)
2 ice axe loops with bungee tool tie-offs let you lash extra gear outside
Dual sleeping pad straps on the pack's base adjust easily to hold a variety of shapes and sizes of pads
Side compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying
The Osprey Kestrel 48 pack features an integrated raincover that pulls out in a flash to protect contents from sudden downpours

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Osprey Kestrel 48 Pack Customer Reviews

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Osprey Kestrel 48 Pack

4.8

(based on 4 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (4)
Good padding (4)
Highly adjustable (4)
Easy to load (3)
Good suspension (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Day hikes (3)
Extended trips (3)
Wet weather (3)

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- Comfort driven (3)

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Feb

2012

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Compact Durable

By AlantheBlob

from Cookeville, TN

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Padding
Good Suspension
Highly Adjustable

Cons

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Extended Hikes
Light Loads
Wet Weather

Comments about Osprey Kestrel 48 Pack:

I received this pack over a year ago for Christmas and I absolutely love it! As I noted earlier, I'm more of a comfort driven packer, and as I tend to only do two night or less backpacking trips, this can be a problem with me packing too much. But this pack is great for that because it is not much more than a two (maybe three) night pack. But it's also comfortable and lightweight enough to be a day pack, which I use on occasion. I'm currently searching for a pack for my fiance and if this was available in women's, I would definitely get it for her.

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Apr

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

I LOVE this pack!

By Ilove2hike

from Upstate NY

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Easy To Load
Good Padding
Good Suspension
Highly Adjustable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Light to medium loads
Short Trips or Weekends
Travel
Wet Weather

Comments about Osprey Kestrel 48 Pack:

Received this pack as a Mother's Day gift from my family 2 years ago, and I LOVE IT! It is easily and highly adjustable to a very comfortable fit - the most comfortable pack I have ever had (25+ years of hiking). I am a larger-than-average-but-also-short female hiker, and packs that fit me well are hard to find - this one is perfect! I have used it primarily for day trips and weekend trips, and it works equally well for both. Plenty of room, and versatile for a variety of gear - hiking, snowshoeing, rock climbing, kid's gear, dog's gear, backcountry picnics :-) Side compression straps pull the load in on lighter trips. Love the built-in rain cover as you never know when the skies will pour in the ADKs. Also love the ventilated mesh back pad, the side water pockets that expand/adjust to various bottle sizes, and the multiple places to secure gear on the outside of the pack. Whistle in the chest clip is a nice touch. Organizing and retrieving gear is pretty easy with access from top and bottom, two large side pockets, and 3 lid pockets, plus the outside mesh stuff pocket and ditty pockets on the waist strap. The quick stash loop for trek poles on the shoulder strap is great for photo opps or other times you need your hands free. I am an amateur photographer and can easily attach my camera pack to the front shoulder straps for quick access. As I accumulate lighter weight, less bulky gear, I'll be able to do do longer overnights, but 2-3 days are easy enough if you are conservative and well-organized. Pack is well-made and I expect to use it for years. All things considered, a great pack at a reasonable price :-)

Service and delivery comments:

N/A - this was a Mother's Day gift and I have not had to contact Customer Service about any issues.

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Apr

2012

5.0

My trip wouldn't have worked without it

By Kevon L

from Tempe, AZ

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good Padding
Good Suspension
Highly Adjustable
Large Capacity
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Extended Hikes
Heavy Loads
Travel
Wet Weather

Comments about Osprey Kestrel 48 Pack:

This was a perfect pack for my 4 day Hawaii bumming trip. Biking everywhere with on my back it wasn't overburdening & hiking was a pleasure as it only added to the difficulty via added weight and no other. I would HIGHLY recommend this pack to anyone looking for something to keep them company on their journeys where ever it may be unless it's over a week. I don't think it could hold that much stuff.

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Apr

2012

4.0

Perfect first pack

By annabee

from Chicago, Il

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Load
Good Padding
Highly Adjustable
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Day Hikes
Extended Hikes
Weekend Hikes

Comments about Osprey Kestrel 48 Pack:

I used this pack for a weekend backpack in Canyonlands, Utah. This is the first pack I've bought and I love it! There are lots of compartments, a place for everything. It makes it easy to organize and get to all of your stuff. This pack can be used for hikes from a few days up to long weekend.