Osprey Aether 65 Backpack - Garlic Mustard Green - L/XL
The Osprey Aether 65 is a flagship pack for those in search of a customizable, perfect-fitting solution that has the ability to carry larger and heavier loads. With an adjustable Fit-on-the-Fly shoulder strap and hipbelt, the user can calibrate the perfect fi t. A more-than-capable suspension and a selection of mid- to larger volume styles mean the Aether/Ariel Series can support even basecamp-worthy loads. Reliable, durable and thoughtful features for on-trail convenience and a lifetime of adventuring. For backpackers who go deep into the backcountry and journey beyond the reach for resupply. Whether it’s for a cush weekend trip full of creature comforts or an extended excursion to tackle a summit, they carry heavier loads and are ready for anything Mother Nature has to throw at them. They come to the trailhead fully prepared and they expect just as much from their gearhauling pack—reliable and ready in both durability and carry so they can go the extra mile if needed. They value time-tested and trusted gear and will commit to a life-long relationship when they know it’s a perfect fit.
The Osprey Aether 65 is a flagship pack for those in search of a customizable, perfect-fitting solution that has the ability to carry larger and heavier loads. With an adjustable Fit-on-the-Fly shoulder strap and hipbelt, the user can calibrate the perfect fi t. A more-than-capable suspension and a selection of mid- to larger volume styles mean the Aether/Ariel Series can support even basecamp-worthy loads. Reliable, durable and thoughtful features for on-trail convenience and a lifetime of adventuring. For backpackers who go deep into the backcountry and journey beyond the reach for resupply. Whether it’s for a cush weekend trip full of creature comforts or an extended excursion to tackle a summit, they carry heavier loads and are ready for anything Mother Nature has to throw at them. They come to the trailhead fully prepared and they expect just as much from their gearhauling pack—reliable and ready in both durability and carry so they can go the extra mile if needed. They value time-tested and trusted gear and will commit to a life-long relationship when they know it’s a perfect fit.
The Osprey Aether 65 is a flagship pack for those in search of a customizable, perfect-fitting solution that has the ability to carry larger and heavier loads. With an adjustable Fit-on-the-Fly shoulder strap and hipbelt, the user can calibrate the perfect fi t. A more-than-capable suspension and a selection of mid- to larger volume styles mean the Aether/Ariel Series can support even basecamp-worthy loads. Reliable, durable and thoughtful features for on-trail convenience and a lifetime of adventuring. For backpackers who go deep into the backcountry and journey beyond the reach for resupply. Whether it’s for a cush weekend trip full of creature comforts or an extended excursion to tackle a summit, they carry heavier loads and are ready for anything Mother Nature has to throw at them. They come to the trailhead fully prepared and they expect just as much from their gearhauling pack—reliable and ready in both durability and carry so they can go the extra mile if needed. They value time-tested and trusted gear and will commit to a life-long relationship when they know it’s a perfect fit.
The Osprey Aether 65 is a flagship pack for those in search of a customizable, perfect-fitting solution that has the ability to carry larger and heavier loads. With an adjustable Fit-on-the-Fly shoulder strap and hipbelt, the user can calibrate the perfect fi t. A more-than-capable suspension and a selection of mid- to larger volume styles mean the Aether/Ariel Series can support even basecamp-worthy loads. Reliable, durable and thoughtful features for on-trail convenience and a lifetime of adventuring. For backpackers who go deep into the backcountry and journey beyond the reach for resupply. Whether it’s for a cush weekend trip full of creature comforts or an extended excursion to tackle a summit, they carry heavier loads and are ready for anything Mother Nature has to throw at them. They come to the trailhead fully prepared and they expect just as much from their gearhauling pack—reliable and ready in both durability and carry so they can go the extra mile if needed. They value time-tested and trusted gear and will commit to a life-long relationship when they know it’s a perfect fit.
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Extraordinarily comfortable, but fairly heavy for a pack. However, that weight doesn't make me care so much when the pack is as pleasant as it is to wear. Padding is great, adjustability is decently easy with many points of adjustment, and the straight jacket plus front opening have worked great for me.My *only* complaint (other than my minor gripe about the weight) is that I wish the opening for the sleeping bag compartment was a touch bigger. I use a large synthetic sleeping bag, and it just *barely* can't get in via that pocket. I can toss it through the front pocket and get it all the way to the bottom, however, so at least it can still come with me.
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I bought this pack a couple weeks ago to use as my winter pack here in the White Mountains of NH. My typical daypack is a stratos 24 from Osprey from over a decade ago, and this new pack weighs the same but can carry more than dbl the load. My most recent trip was MtGarfield 4500' 32°F down low to -15°F WC summit temp with wet snow, sleet, and heavier snow- so frequent switching of layers was needed. The stash pocket in the front was great for a damp fleece and the shell that was on and off. Being able to unzip the main compartment from the side made it easier to access the down jacket for the summit.As for comfort.... after recieving the pack, i loaded it up and made the 3 adjustments this pack offers for a really comfortable trekking experience. It was like i ... MoreI bought this pack a couple weeks ago to use as my winter pack here in the White Mountains of NH. My typical daypack is a stratos 24 from Osprey from over a decade ago, and this new pack weighs the same but can carry more than dbl the load. My most recent trip was MtGarfield 4500' 32°F down low to -15°F WC summit temp with wet snow, sleet, and heavier snow- so frequent switching of layers was needed. The stash pocket in the front was great for a damp fleece and the shell that was on and off. Being able to unzip the main compartment from the side made it easier to access the down jacket for the summit.As for comfort.... after recieving the pack, i loaded it up and made the 3 adjustments this pack offers for a really comfortable trekking experience. It was like i wasn't even wearing the pack at all! The air space channels were nice keeping back sweat at a minimum, although it's almost impossible not to sweat on the steeper sections. The lumbar support is a new one for me and really is a game changer.The zippers are good, material rugged, but one con thus far is the rain cover. Although it has the cinching ability to cinch around the pack, there's no button or buckle to snap it together guaranteeing it won't blow off. Here in the Whites, winds on the summits and ridges are 50-85 mph on a daily basis. Osprey should add that security button or buckle. I went with a different Osprey pack cover that had this.Happy trails and fight for liberty.
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I expected it would be a nice quality bag with the Osprey name but found it to be quite different. This aether 65 is a redesigned if the original Aether 65 that needs to be trashed. Any moisture goes right through the material,including humidity. The torso adjustment us accomplished through the shoulder straps alone. There is no other adjustment as before. If you're on the smaller side it will not dial in correctly and your bag will be top heavy. The shoulder harness is offset to the left, so the right shoulder strap cuts into your shoulder and restricts blood circulation. The hip belt slides no matter how tight I adjust it but that doesn't matter as the shoulder straps have space between them and my shoulders. That is due to the torso adjustment being unable to ... MoreI expected it would be a nice quality bag with the Osprey name but found it to be quite different. This aether 65 is a redesigned if the original Aether 65 that needs to be trashed. Any moisture goes right through the material,including humidity. The torso adjustment us accomplished through the shoulder straps alone. There is no other adjustment as before. If you're on the smaller side it will not dial in correctly and your bag will be top heavy. The shoulder harness is offset to the left, so the right shoulder strap cuts into your shoulder and restricts blood circulation. The hip belt slides no matter how tight I adjust it but that doesn't matter as the shoulder straps have space between them and my shoulders. That is due to the torso adjustment being unable to adjust down any further as it sewn at the wrong point. The hip belt and shoulder pads are stiff and thin making it very uncomfortable. With that said, the entire load is born by two straps that adjust the torso length. My Gregory ba!toros 60L held more volume and handled much more weight than this bag, even though it's billed as a 65L plus and 60lbs capacity. I'm running 40lbs and it's a fight all the way. I began mountain hiking at 15 and am now 62. That means I have a lot of experience with backpacking and could never recommend this bag. Upon research I Found the Osprey brand was sold to a company called Helen of Troy out of Greece. It's quite obvious to me that they buy quality brands and destroy them, while taking everyone's money.
| Brand Colour | Garlic Mustard Green |
| Fabric Construction | 420D High Tenacity Bluesign Nylon |
| Dimensions (cm) | 80L / 40W / 28D |
| Capacity | 65 Litres |
Osprey Aether 65 Men's Backpacking Pack
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Extraordinarily comfortable, but fairly heavy for a pack. However, that weight doesn't make me care so much when the pack is as pleasant as it is to wear. Padding is great, adjustability is decently easy with many points of adjustment, and the straight jacket plus front opening have worked great for me.My *only* complaint (other than my minor gripe about the weight) is that I wish the opening for the sleeping bag compartment was a touch bigger. I use a large synthetic sleeping bag, and it just *barely* can't get in via that pocket. I can toss it through the front pocket and get it all the way to the bottom, however, so at least it can still come with me.
I bought this pack a couple weeks ago to use as my winter pack here in the White Mountains of NH. My typical daypack is a stratos 24 from Osprey from over a decade ago, and this new pack weighs the same but can carry more than dbl the load. My most recent trip was MtGarfield 4500' 32°F down low to -15°F WC summit temp with wet snow, sleet, and heavier snow- so frequent switching of layers was needed. The stash pocket in the front was great for a damp fleece and the shell that was on and off. Being able to unzip the main compartment from the side made it easier to access the down jacket for the summit.As for comfort.... after recieving the pack, i loaded it up and made the 3 adjustments this pack offers for a really comfortable trekking experience. It was like i ... MoreI bought this pack a couple weeks ago to use as my winter pack here in the White Mountains of NH. My typical daypack is a stratos 24 from Osprey from over a decade ago, and this new pack weighs the same but can carry more than dbl the load. My most recent trip was MtGarfield 4500' 32°F down low to -15°F WC summit temp with wet snow, sleet, and heavier snow- so frequent switching of layers was needed. The stash pocket in the front was great for a damp fleece and the shell that was on and off. Being able to unzip the main compartment from the side made it easier to access the down jacket for the summit.As for comfort.... after recieving the pack, i loaded it up and made the 3 adjustments this pack offers for a really comfortable trekking experience. It was like i wasn't even wearing the pack at all! The air space channels were nice keeping back sweat at a minimum, although it's almost impossible not to sweat on the steeper sections. The lumbar support is a new one for me and really is a game changer.The zippers are good, material rugged, but one con thus far is the rain cover. Although it has the cinching ability to cinch around the pack, there's no button or buckle to snap it together guaranteeing it won't blow off. Here in the Whites, winds on the summits and ridges are 50-85 mph on a daily basis. Osprey should add that security button or buckle. I went with a different Osprey pack cover that had this.Happy trails and fight for liberty.
I expected it would be a nice quality bag with the Osprey name but found it to be quite different. This aether 65 is a redesigned if the original Aether 65 that needs to be trashed. Any moisture goes right through the material,including humidity. The torso adjustment us accomplished through the shoulder straps alone. There is no other adjustment as before. If you're on the smaller side it will not dial in correctly and your bag will be top heavy. The shoulder harness is offset to the left, so the right shoulder strap cuts into your shoulder and restricts blood circulation. The hip belt slides no matter how tight I adjust it but that doesn't matter as the shoulder straps have space between them and my shoulders. That is due to the torso adjustment being unable to ... MoreI expected it would be a nice quality bag with the Osprey name but found it to be quite different. This aether 65 is a redesigned if the original Aether 65 that needs to be trashed. Any moisture goes right through the material,including humidity. The torso adjustment us accomplished through the shoulder straps alone. There is no other adjustment as before. If you're on the smaller side it will not dial in correctly and your bag will be top heavy. The shoulder harness is offset to the left, so the right shoulder strap cuts into your shoulder and restricts blood circulation. The hip belt slides no matter how tight I adjust it but that doesn't matter as the shoulder straps have space between them and my shoulders. That is due to the torso adjustment being unable to adjust down any further as it sewn at the wrong point. The hip belt and shoulder pads are stiff and thin making it very uncomfortable. With that said, the entire load is born by two straps that adjust the torso length. My Gregory ba!toros 60L held more volume and handled much more weight than this bag, even though it's billed as a 65L plus and 60lbs capacity. I'm running 40lbs and it's a fight all the way. I began mountain hiking at 15 and am now 62. That means I have a lot of experience with backpacking and could never recommend this bag. Upon research I Found the Osprey brand was sold to a company called Helen of Troy out of Greece. It's quite obvious to me that they buy quality brands and destroy them, while taking everyone's money.
This pack was purchased both for an upcoming trip to climb Mt. Rainier and to supplement my 25-year-old Dana Terraplane. I have only used it once (so far) but I like it--with a couple of caveats. Good points are the pack has been quite comfortable with the weight I've had in it (though I haven't backpacked with it yet). It's mainly a top-loading bag--which I prefer--with a roomy top lid and an included rain cover. The waist belt is comfortable, the shoulder straps have also been good and the integrated whistle on the sternum strap buckle is a nice touch. Unfortunately--and this is true of almost all pack manufacturers nowdays, not just Osprey--the pack includes those little zippered side pockets on the waist belt that I detest, since they either interfere with, or ... MoreThis pack was purchased both for an upcoming trip to climb Mt. Rainier and to supplement my 25-year-old Dana Terraplane. I have only used it once (so far) but I like it--with a couple of caveats. Good points are the pack has been quite comfortable with the weight I've had in it (though I haven't backpacked with it yet). It's mainly a top-loading bag--which I prefer--with a roomy top lid and an included rain cover. The waist belt is comfortable, the shoulder straps have also been good and the integrated whistle on the sternum strap buckle is a nice touch. Unfortunately--and this is true of almost all pack manufacturers nowdays, not just Osprey--the pack includes those little zippered side pockets on the waist belt that I detest, since they either interfere with, or prevent attaching water bottle parkas on the waist belt. The good news is that these pockets are toward the back of the pack and there is a reasonable amount of exposed belt, so I was able to attach my WBPs to the belt. The bad news is that the parkas tend to slide forward, which is annoying, but I may be able to figure out how to make that work. The only other slightly funky thing is that opening the top of the "sack" of the main compartment, I found it a bit of a fiddle. The pack also has one of those internal dividers to make a sleeping bag compartment--I'm not a fan of that either, but it can be easily unzipped.When I use the pack backpacking (it's intended use) I'll probably have more of a sense of its overall value. But those are my initial impressions. Overall, I'm pretty pleased with so far.
Haven’t had the chance to take this out yet, but I’m expecting to love it. I’ve dialed in the fit and loaded it up, and it’s as if the pack is a part of my body. No discomfort, no shifting around, not even much sense I have a load hanging off my back— impressive stuff. After humping a medium ALICE pack for 20 years, though, my standards might be a little low. Still, I think this will prove to be an objectively excellent pack. Good fabric, good construction, who cares about ultralight when hauling heavy loads? One gripe: I wish Osprey had kept the trekking pole attachment. I’d give 4.75 stars if I could, not worth deducting a whole star for that. The daypack lid would be OK, too, but I can live without it. I don’t expect to regret this purchase.
I'm coming from a 65L REI co-op bag from 2012, which has been a great bag in its own right and served me well for many years as a beginner backpacker. My main problem with the 65 is for 3-4 days out, it's almost too much room. I'll never be able to resist the temptation to fill the extra space with nonsense, so I wanted to drop down in size and force myself into more efficiency.Anyway, on to the Osprey. I've been using this bag for two years now and it's been terrific. It's very feature heavy and all of the smart little details have allowed me to pack smart every time out. I'm a water bottle guy, but I like having the option for a hydration pack should I decide to use one. It's taken a little troubleshooting to dial in the exact settings my own comfort, but now ... MoreI'm coming from a 65L REI co-op bag from 2012, which has been a great bag in its own right and served me well for many years as a beginner backpacker. My main problem with the 65 is for 3-4 days out, it's almost too much room. I'll never be able to resist the temptation to fill the extra space with nonsense, so I wanted to drop down in size and force myself into more efficiency.Anyway, on to the Osprey. I've been using this bag for two years now and it's been terrific. It's very feature heavy and all of the smart little details have allowed me to pack smart every time out. I'm a water bottle guy, but I like having the option for a hydration pack should I decide to use one. It's taken a little troubleshooting to dial in the exact settings my own comfort, but now that it's locked in it feels like wearing nothing at all (nedflanders.gif).One major advantage to this bag is the ability to pack vertically. The main compartment allows for a lot of up and down room, which gives a lot of options to balance your weight perfectly. With most of my pack weight distributed upward instead of outward, it's really been better on my back.The top pouch is quite large and useful for your small odds and ends you don't want swimming around in your main compartment, and if your forecast doesn't call for rain you can ditch the rain fly and get even more space to collect trinkets like a friendly raven.The shoulder and waist straps are quite comfortable, although I'll concede the buckles for the waist feel a little cheap compared to the rest of the bag. Also, there is a LOT of extra strap at every adjustment point. Obviously that's good for accommodating all body sizes, but it's still a bit excessive when you're in the woods trailing more tassels than the Ultimate Warrior.All in all, it's a great pack at a solid price with very few smaller shortcomings. It's not the lightest thing in the world, but it's still decent and that added weight comes in the form of features you'll be happy to have. I can see having this for another 8-10 years until I buy whatever the next generation version happens to be.
The Aether 65L Backpack is a nice bag. Pluses - quality of finish, durability, adjustability. Minuses - weight, top cover is not removable, outer pocket is not all mesh (inflexible), lack of easy to reach trekking pole attachments ( though ice axe tabs are on the back of the pack).This is a bit of a specialty backpack built for people carrying heavy loads in hostile environments. I am thinking something like technical approaches where you have to pack in your climbing gear through rocky areas. I think this pack will deal with abrasion problems well. The comfort with heavy loads is unmatched.This is not a backpack for the casual weekender or ultralight through hiker. It is way overbuilt for these uses.Still, I believe it is one of the best packs for what it is ... MoreThe Aether 65L Backpack is a nice bag. Pluses - quality of finish, durability, adjustability. Minuses - weight, top cover is not removable, outer pocket is not all mesh (inflexible), lack of easy to reach trekking pole attachments ( though ice axe tabs are on the back of the pack).This is a bit of a specialty backpack built for people carrying heavy loads in hostile environments. I am thinking something like technical approaches where you have to pack in your climbing gear through rocky areas. I think this pack will deal with abrasion problems well. The comfort with heavy loads is unmatched.This is not a backpack for the casual weekender or ultralight through hiker. It is way overbuilt for these uses.Still, I believe it is one of the best packs for what it is supposed to do. I personally like the price/simplicity trade off between this model and the Aether Plus models. If I need more bells and whistles, there are better choices outside of the Aether range.
I have put this pack through the ringer and I absolutely love using it on longer trips that require a heavier load. I also own the previous version that has the anti-gravity suspension system and plan to have both for a very long time. This pack is using an AirScape back panel instead, which is not as functional as the AG system but still has a nice breathable foam and mesh that keeps you cool in hotter temperatures. The material is very durable and meant to last but is a bit heavy at 5lbs and 1.9ozs. Osprey has been around for a bit now and I feel like they have really honed in long-term comfort with the amount of adjustability they give you on this pack. Also, lots of attachment points for your dog mat, trekking poles, ice axes, etc. In addition, if you are like ... MoreI have put this pack through the ringer and I absolutely love using it on longer trips that require a heavier load. I also own the previous version that has the anti-gravity suspension system and plan to have both for a very long time. This pack is using an AirScape back panel instead, which is not as functional as the AG system but still has a nice breathable foam and mesh that keeps you cool in hotter temperatures. The material is very durable and meant to last but is a bit heavy at 5lbs and 1.9ozs. Osprey has been around for a bit now and I feel like they have really honed in long-term comfort with the amount of adjustability they give you on this pack. Also, lots of attachment points for your dog mat, trekking poles, ice axes, etc. In addition, if you are like me and like to get to camp early, then hike around after some lunch, the detachable daypack comes in handy big time. You can bring the essentials and store your reservoir in it instead of carrying around a water bottle or bringing your entire pack.
I bought this pack to downsize from a huge, old Gregory Palisades that finally gave up. I think the features are spot on for this pack, and it's considerably lighter (2.5 pounds) than the old gear. The adjustability is excellent and both the hip belt and shoulder straps are very comfortable. If you are in between sizes, consider that the hip belt in the larger size may be too big for you, with the two pieces coming completely together in the middle. I'm usually a medium top and small bottom and could probably have gone with the smaller size. I measure in between and the larger size fits my torso well, and there is just enough adjustability in the hip belt to work. But the hip belt strap ends hang to my knees, and I will be cutting those shorter.Note that if you ... MoreI bought this pack to downsize from a huge, old Gregory Palisades that finally gave up. I think the features are spot on for this pack, and it's considerably lighter (2.5 pounds) than the old gear. The adjustability is excellent and both the hip belt and shoulder straps are very comfortable. If you are in between sizes, consider that the hip belt in the larger size may be too big for you, with the two pieces coming completely together in the middle. I'm usually a medium top and small bottom and could probably have gone with the smaller size. I measure in between and the larger size fits my torso well, and there is just enough adjustability in the hip belt to work. But the hip belt strap ends hang to my knees, and I will be cutting those shorter.Note that if you stuff the lower compartment tight, you may not be able to fit water bottles in their side pockets!
I went to REI over in Gatlinburg a couple weekends ago to grab some upgrades and this is NOT the pack I went for. I went to look at a Gregory Baltoro 75 but they don’t make it in my torso length…bummer. However, the lady recommended trying on this pack with a little weight and BOY LEMME TELL YA! This thing is comfortable. I’ve been looking at packs, watching reviews on YouTube…you know, noob stuff, but I never looked into Osprey! I go into the GSMNP for Backcountry Fly Fishing so I needed a roomy pack. This thing holds all of my winter gear, my BA Tiger Wall UL2, 5 days worth of food, fishing rod, waders, net, I mean everything and still has a good 10L to spare! To say I’m happy with this pack is an extreme understatement. Shoutout to REI Gatlinburg and the whole ... MoreI went to REI over in Gatlinburg a couple weekends ago to grab some upgrades and this is NOT the pack I went for. I went to look at a Gregory Baltoro 75 but they don’t make it in my torso length…bummer. However, the lady recommended trying on this pack with a little weight and BOY LEMME TELL YA! This thing is comfortable. I’ve been looking at packs, watching reviews on YouTube…you know, noob stuff, but I never looked into Osprey! I go into the GSMNP for Backcountry Fly Fishing so I needed a roomy pack. This thing holds all of my winter gear, my BA Tiger Wall UL2, 5 days worth of food, fishing rod, waders, net, I mean everything and still has a good 10L to spare! To say I’m happy with this pack is an extreme understatement. Shoutout to REI Gatlinburg and the whole team for being extremely nice and helpful.
| Brand Colour | Garlic Mustard Green |
| Fabric Construction | 420D High Tenacity Bluesign Nylon |
| Dimensions (cm) | 80L / 40W / 28D |
| Capacity | 65 Litres |
