Atmos AG 50L

i've been using osprey for like 3 years now and they're solid, don't let tiktok people get in your head lol. the AG LT series is actually pretty decent for what you're doing - bronze dofe isn't gonna push the pack too hard anyway the accessibility thing is real though, LT models definitely sacrifice

I'm not the best person for someone on a low budget. I tend to pick the 'top shelf' items (the 'buy once, cry once' camp). But... if I were to recommend some items for a couple getting started with not-big budget... Tent: (shit - there is basically no 3-person backpacking tent under $300 retail that

The ospreys atmos AG 50 is adjustable, you can pick a small and change everything so it fits perfectly and distributes weight perfectly. You pay in a weight penalty but for bad backs the more engineered packs help. Also go see a brain spine specialist, Surgery helped me. But you have to go through t

Osprey Atmos AG 50. 50L was plenty for a 3-day traverse carrying food and a full camp setup. Super comfortable Anti-Grav frame under load and stable on the steep ridgeline climbs. Salomon XT-6, Ran these for the entire traverse. Good grip on steep sections and handled the mix of dense bush, mud, and

I traded my Osprey Atmos 50 for the bigger one after a similar experience. The larger packs also have detachable tops, so you have the option of going big, or leaving it off for a lighter pack.Another suggestion, and maybe you’ve done it anyway, is compression sacks. Get a few in different sizes, an

I'd get two if you're doing camping later. A day hike bag like and Osprey Hikelite or Talon, and a bigger pack like an Osprey Atmos for overnight camps. My Atmos AG 50 can get me into the wilderness for an overnight tent camp (with a 3 season tent and sleep system so about 15-20kg carry weight overa

For a daypack, I’d suggest you take a look at either the Osprey Stratos 24 or 34 and the Osprey Atmos AG 65 or Gregory Baltoro 65 for multi-day hikes. All the ones I’ve mentioned would be perfect for someone with your height. 11 Best Daypacks for Hiking in 2026: Full Backpackers Guide would be good

One strap in high school. I moved to one strap messenger bag/laptop case type bags after high school. Even on flights I typically use various sizes of one strap duffel bags with compression straps so it crams under a seat. Now I do have a big Osprey Atmos backpack that unless you are Paul Bunyan or

Are you ultralight or more traditional? Asking because different packs carry different weights. An osprey Atmos AG 50 carries heavier loads really well but weighs more than a minimal pack.