Winner of the 2021 Backpacker Editors’ Choice Gold Award. Ideal for anyone in need of a pack with a fine-tuned fit, the women’s-specific Ariel 55 fits a variety of body shapes and sizes. A Custom Fit-on-the-Fly® Hipbelt and Shoulder Straps, and adjustable torso length offers a fine-tuned fit and an injection-molded backpanel delivers breathable, close-to-body performance. Made with bluesign® approved nylon and PFC-free DWR. Raincover included.
- Features
- Included raincover made with PFC-free DWR and bluesign®-approved materials
- Large front panel zip access to main compartment
- Floating top lid with lash points
- Fabric reinforced front shove-it pocket
- Large dual-access stretch mesh side water bottle pockets
- Dual upper/lower side compression straps
- Dual front panel compression straps with StraightJacket compression
- Dual zippered hipbelt pockets
- Dual ice axe loops with bungee tie-offs
- Zippered sleeping bag compartment with removable divider
- Removable sleeping pad straps
- Internal hydration reservoir sleeve
- Anchor loops for an optional Osprey Daylite® daypack for short forays
- Injection-molded, die-cut foam AirScape™ framesheet maintains comfortable back contact with ventilated airflow channels and maximum stability for carrying heavy loads
- Extendible Custom Fit-on-the-Fly Hipbelt offers a precise fit for varying waist sizes
- Incremental length and angle adjustments allow for a fine-tuned fit
- Crossbody ErgoPull hipbelt pulls weight into lumbar when hipbelt is tightened
- Spacer mesh fabric provides a soft and comfortable contact surface
- Specifications
- Load Range: 30 – 60 lbs
- Volume: WXS/S 3173 IN3 / 52 L ; WM/L 3356 IN3 / 55 L
- Dimensions: WXS/S 28.74H X 14.96W X 9.84D in; WM/L 30.71H X 14.96W X 9.84D in
- Weight: WXS/S 4.774; WM/L 4.818 lbs
- Materials
- Main: bluesign®-approved 420HD nylon packcloth, PFC-free DWR
- Accent: bluesign®-approved 210D nylon Diamond, PFC-free DWR
- Bottom: bluesign®-approved 420HD nylon packcloth, PFC-free DWR