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Osprey 4.9
Aether Plus 85L
QUICK SPECS
Weight 95.4 oz
Capacity 85 L
$480 at Amazon
COMPETITIVE CONTEXT
How It Stacks Up
(of 83 backpacks)
Weight 95.4 oz 1% lighter
Capacity 85 L 96% larger
Price $480 2% cheaper
Max Load 70 lbs 98% stronger
BEST FOR
Who Is This For?
Thru-Hiker
85L capacity handles the extra food and gear you need for extended resupply intervals.
Heavy Hauler
Rated for 70 lbs. Frame and hipbelt transfer heavy loads comfortably on resupply runs or gear-intensive trips.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Features
Rain Cover Included
True
Hydration Compatible
True
Access Type
Hybrid
Hipbelt Pockets
2
Max Carry Weight
70 lbs lbs
Fit
Torso Range
16-20 in
Hipbelt Range
28-50 in
Gender
Men'S
Weight
Weight
95.4 oz oz
Construction
Frame Type
Internal
Main Fabric
210d High-tenacity Nylon
Dimensions
Capacity
85 L L
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EVIDENCE
What Reviewers Say
4.9
out of 5
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