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Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.

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Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.

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The updated Osprey Manta 28 hydration pack combines ample volume and great carrying comfort with the latest in functional hydration.

Osprey Hydraulics™ system sandwiches an anatomically shaped plastic sheet between a layer of nylon fabric and the reservoir back
Design conforms the reservoir to the back's shape even when full, resulting in a precise, stable and comfortable fit
HydraForm™ reservoir features a rigid spine/handle that stabilizes the water load and makes it easy to slide the reservoir into the pack
Zippered hydration sleeve is easy to access
Rigid spine/handle and large mouth make filling and cleaning the reservoir a snap
BPA- and PVC-free reservoir does not retain tastes or odors and features AquaGuard™ antimicrobial formula to help prevent bacteria and mold
180° pivoting on/off valve rotates in either direction for quick and easy flow control; magnetic sternum-strap buckle secures the bite valve when not in use
AirSpeed™ suspension incorporates a lightweight alloy frame and cross struts with a tensioned mesh back panel for support and flexibility
Biostretch™ harness is ventilated for cooling comfort; full hipbelt adds stability and load transfer
Panel-loading main compartment is spacious enough for a long day's worth of food, clothing and gear
Zippered top organizational pocket with key clip holds small items; zippered top pocket with soft lining helps keep sunglasses or other fragile items from getting scratched
Stretch-woven front shove-it pocket offers quick external storage and access; integrated patch holds a blinker light (sold separately)
Zippered side pockets, front pocket and hipbelt pockets carry small items within easy reach
Stow-on-the-Go™ system lets you attach or remove trekking poles without taking the pack off
The Osprey Manta 28 hydration pack features an integrated raincover that can be deployed quickly to keep contents dry

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Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz. Customer Reviews

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Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.

4.6

(based on 8 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (7)
Stable (6)
Highly adjustable (5)
Good water flow (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Day trip (5)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (6)
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- Comfort driven (6)
- Was this a gift?:
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Jun

2013

5.0

Great for cycling

By Steven H

from Missouri

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Highly Adjustable
Lightweight
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting
Day Trips

Comments about Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.:

I bought this pack primarily for commuting to work by bike (16 miles each direction) in the heat and humidity we enjoy here in the Midwest. When you ride in high humidity, your sweat doesn't evaporate easily, and you simply end up drenched in sweat. A conventional backpack just soaks that sweat up from your back, making it heavy and gross.

The Manta, however, puts only an open mesh against your back, allowing air to flow through, keeping the pack dry, and preventing hot spots. It's also highly stable due to the combination of hip straps, chest strap, and load straps. In addition, despite its compact size, it has enough capacity to hold a 12.5" laptop easily, and a 14" laptop in a pinch.

It's good enough that I can happily commute to work without the use of a rack and bag/panniers, though that's a good option, too.

The Manta isn't necessarily a cycling-specific backpack, of course. I haven't had an opportunity to use it for hiking yet, but I'm confident it will do very well.

I also haven't had occasion to use the included reservoir yet, but it seems like a nicely built piece and very well matched to the pack.

Overall, a fantastic pack!

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Jun

2013

5.0

Osprey THE WAY!!

By grtndasaddle

from San Diego Ca

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Highly Adjustable
Large Capacity
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.:

This Hydration pack is the BEST! I have used Camel Bak's for years and the capacity, Comfort and convenient sized Pockets make this product far superior.

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May

2013

5.0

Amazing Day Pack!

By Gibran

from Sacramento

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Water Flow
Highly Adjustable
Large Capacity
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Biking
Day Trips
Extended Hikes

Comments about Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.:

I love everything about this pack! I picked it up after doing a lot of research on hydration/day packs and I can honestly say it's top of the line. I often take it out on 5 to 10 milers, but also tote it along when backpacking to use on short range hikes from camp.

For starters the size is just right (I was fitted for a small). It adjusts easily, is snug without leaving me feeling restricted, and is lighter than air (even with 3 liters of water, a puffy jacket, medi-kid, food for the day and a few other small items tucked inside).

There are numerous pockets in all the right places, slots for tools on the inside and outside, helmet and bike light specific attachment loops, stow and go for trekking poles, compression strapping to sinch and compact everything down and an integrated rain cover.

The hydration reservoir is the best I have ever seen, with the small exception of the lid (it's gotten a little difficult to turn of late). The rigid design is easy to fill and even easier to get into and out of the pack. The bite valve works great and can be turned so that it won't leak; not to mention the heavy duty magnet that keeps it firmly in place right on the chest strap for easy access.

With the very miniscule caveat about the reservoir lid (which doesn't affect the packs performance in any way), I have nothing bad to say about the Manta 28. It's great, and I'd buy it again.

Coupled with the almighty guarantee, this is a total win for Osprey.

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May

2013

5.0

Wonderful size

By Texas Chris

from Waco, TX

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Best Uses

Day Trips

Comments about Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.:

I needed a hydration pack with a panel load. (I hike with kids and have learned that a panel makes it much easier to locate items buried deep in the pack). I love Osprey packs, the customer and warranty service is terrific.

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May

2013

4.0

Day Hiker

By Funkdaddy

from Las Vegas, NV

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Refill
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Day Trips

Comments about Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.:

I'm impressed with the Osprey/Nalgene collaboration for the hydration system, it's all very logical and has worked well for me so far.
The pack is comfortable, the compression straps have not failed me yet and the weight rides on my hips. More than enough room to carry what ever gear I deem necessary (I keep adding weight to increase my stamina at altitude).

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Apr

2013

3.0

Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack

By RedYeti

from Grand Junction, CO

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Refill
Good Water Flow
Highly Adjustable
Stable

Cons

Leaky Valve
Poor Construction

Best Uses

Day Trips

Comments about Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.:

A good, well designed and stable pack for mountain biking, I just wonder about how it will hold up in the long term.
This is my second Osprey pack, i had to return the first one because after a year of normal use, the bite valve cracked and started leaking and some straps broke. I can see that the bite valve on the new pack has been modified, so maybe it will not fail again. The problem is that unlike a Camelback, you cannot easily replace the bite valve on an Osprey, so I hope this one holds together. Also, the retaining straps slip and always need to be readjusted, it is a little annoying sometimes.

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Mar

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Breezey Hikes!!

By JRudolph

from Sacramento, Ca

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Good Water Flow
Highly Adjustable
Stable

Cons

None yet

Best Uses

Day Hikestrips

Comments about Osprey Manta 28 Hydration Pack - 100 fl. oz.:

I got this pack for the use that it is intended: Day Hikes and light trips. Worked great as a quick overnighter back to a friends house. Fell in love with this pack even more on my first hike to Beale Falls (aka Fairy Falls) this last weekend! The mesh panel really allows for air flow to your back, and pack doesn't get soaked in sweat. The waist belt did hold in some moisture, but not bad and dried quickly in the long run. For the size I got it held: snacks(nature bars, bag of fruit gummies, and some crackers), keys, bug sprays, inhaler, cell phone, long sleeve shirt, spare socks/underwear (you never know), and full water bladder. I still had plenty of room to spare! One of my best investments for hiking! Definitely better than hiking with a school style pack or an Alice Pack.