Your pack is an extremely durable product built for years of use and abuse.  However some basic procedures will ensure that your pack holds up optimally.  Packs need love too!

• After each trip be sure to clean out your pack thoroughly – get all your gear out, shake the dirt out , wipe and scrub and nasty stains with a mild detergent  
• If it’s wet hang it to dry, out of direct sunlight.
• Loosen all the straps, in particular, the load lifter straps on the harness.
• Store your pack in a cool, dry location
• Wash your pack every now and then.

      1)    If your pack has a removable harness and hipbelt remove them from the pack body.
2) Clean your pack and components in a bathtub or large sink using a mild detergent and warm water. 
3)    Agitate the pack gently and then rinse  thoroughly.
4)    Hang dry outdoors or in a well ventilated area out of direct sunlight.

 (Do not immerse travel packs with our High Road™ Wheeled Chassis.  Instead wipe the exterior of the chassis and scrub stains on the pack fabric using a bucket of warm water and mild detergent.)

 Osprey recommends the following Nikwax® products for pack care.  Be sure to read label directions carefully before applying any product to your pack.

Tech Wash ~ Use this with warm water for washing and cleaning your pack. 

Tent & Gear Proof – Use this spray-on to optimize wet weather performance of your pack.  

UV Proof – Use this spray-on product to protect your pack from UV exposure and to improve water repellency.