AURA AG™ 65

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

I recently upgraded from my 11 year old Osprey to this new pack, and I am in love. I am five foot five inches, 115 pounds - my previous pack was so old that I would get bruises and bone calluses on my shoulders and hips. Although I am somewhat of a minimalist with gear, this pack exceeds expectations in terms of comfort. I frequently go on big group multi-day trips, carrying 25+ pounds of gear and this backpack is absolutely perfect.

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

I spent months looking for a backpack with an adjustable hip belt and this pack is very comfortable, especially if you have big hips. I did a two week trip to Europe and never had a problem. My pack was heavy loaded, but I didn't feel the load on my back thanks to the aerodynamic back pad. I would recommend this pack to any woman.

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

I am very fine boned and bruise like a peach! I am 5' 3" and 110b. I have struggled backpacking because my pelvic bones and collar bones get sooooooooo sore and bruised! I have tried adding padding to the packs and to my bones with not much relief. I recently bought this pack and much to my surprise and delight I DID NOT BRUISE!!!! Barely even sore over my collar bones and pelvic bones. I just finished a 41 mile hike carrying about 36lb. without pain! Best investment ever!

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

I have used this pack on many adventures now, and it is seriously not comparable to any other backpack I've ever tried!

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

This pack is wonderful. I do a lot of waterfall photography and I am able to carry my tripod and camera gear along with everything else for a camping trip with no problem. His is my first 'real' backpack purchase. I highly recommend this pack.

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

I just got back into the woods so I thought I would spend money where it counts. So happy I saw this pack advertised at the time I was looking. I still overpack and I probably don't pack well, but the weight of the pack hasn't been a problem. No hip or back problems at all. The anti-gravity suspension is the real deal. I am looking forward to taking this to Ice Lake and beyond in Oregon.

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

Overall I love this pack. It is comfortable and I can carry a heavy load easily in it. While I prefer lighter loads, when backpacking with my dogs, I sometimes have to carry a bit more food and water so the extra comfort is GREATLY appreciated. My only complaint is about the floating lid. It would be great to use it as a day pack on extended hikes but doesn't easily convert.

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

I have loaded this pack beyond the recommended weight limit and it has performed amazingly well! Bear Vault 500 fit between lid and main pack. I have used all the features to get a solid fit, no bruises, no chafing. I can trim it down to day pack use. I know it sounds crazy but 40lbs on this pack feels waaaay lighter than 40lbs on a different brand name pack. I just wish the hip pockets weren't so tight, hard to get stuff out. And a longer hip belt would be a great option for us wider pear shaped gals.

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

This pack is extremely customizable making it fit great - very comfortable! I could wear it all day - and have! - without any hot-spots, pinching or loss of blood flow. (I've had trouble with other packs cutting down circulation in my arms.) My load stays balanced and snug through stream hopping and falls - easy to get back up as the load and pack do not shift. I don't care for slogging through rain and mud, but when I have to I LOVE this backpack for making it easier!

I like the large side pockets and the ability to divide the main inner pouch into 2 spaces. The array of straps makes it easy to adjust how I carry items for different trips.

I wish that the top "lid" (which can be removed to reduce weight) also functioned as a fanny-pack for day hikes and exploring from base-camp.

Comments about Osprey AURA AG™ 65:

I purchased this pack for the ten mile trek into Havasupai, AZ and was so pleased with how well it performed. I like to eat and sleep well when I'm camping so I had EVERYTHING in this pack. Also, I was so excited to get to camp and play in the water that I ran a good portion of the 10 mile trail in. The pack was so easy to adjust that I never felt like I needed to take if off and rest. Even when it started rain, I just pulled open the zipper to the rain flap and tucked it carefully around the bag without taking it off of my back. In fact, on the way out when my friends would stop to take their packs off and give their shoulders a break, I usually just kept mine on because it was comfortable. The blisters on my feet have since healed, my boyfriend is gone, but this pack remains loyal, and I feel we have many more adventures awaiting us!