Osprey Exos 38

— Show original

Backpack bought to replace a 2011 Osprey Exos, exactly the same so even if I haven't tried it yet I know this model perfectly. The new one is even better finished, in particular with the height adjustment of the shoulder straps so that the belt falls perfectly on the hips. There is still the Stow-on-the-Go system which allows you to have your poles within reach to retrieve them without having to put the bag down, which is very practical. It is light, well designed with pockets and storage everywhere. The quality is really there and you don't feel the weight once loaded, avoid exceeding 10 kg anyway. There was a model between the 2011 one and this one but there were no pockets on the belt, Osprey understood and corrected its error on the current range. The system with a back net is really good and allows the back to ventilate well when it is hot. The only drawback is its fragility against rocks where it can tear so avoid it when climbing. It also lacks an integrated rain cover, like on the Deuter for example, under the pretext of saving 100 grams which is a shame and requires buying one separately. Varuste was the cheapest site while I live in France and the delivery was very fast!

— Show original

Very light bag, perfectly suited to multi-day mountain hikes

Simply the best

— Show original

There is no zipper on the side of the bag and when you take out the bottom item, the entire bag has to be emptied. I personally don't like a frame that is against the back, takes up unnecessary space and weighs. Can't stay upright on the ground, have to lie down, gets wet on wet ground. High quality materials, lots of fastening and adjustment straps on the outside.

— Show original

Just what we needed, light and functional

— Show original

Makes the 38 liter feel larger than other 38 liter bags. Numerous exterior pockets, side pockets accessible from the top or the side. Compression straps throughout the bag. Removable top pocket. Pocket water system (not supplied). Whistle on the chest strap. Impeccable back ventilation. Bag adjustment system on several heights. Ventral attachments with pockets. Everything is adjustable. Only the waterproof cover is missing. Very beautiful and very good material.

— Show original

Arrived quickly in the mail. A nice backpack for day trips with the wife or overnight hikes.

— Show original

Lightweight backpack for hiking

— Show original

Very light, breathable and very comfortable bag. Small flat, I have trouble closing the strap pockets with one hand.

— Show original

Exos 38 In touring use. Excellent back ventilation. The packing space is more than sufficient and the pockets otherwise just fit, but the belt pockets could be a little bigger and their zippers could be used with one hand. Channels and attachment loops suitable for attaching snap hooks, carabiner hooks, etc., so that everything can be easily disassembled for possible off-season use. Too high a center of gravity for a bent over position. I attached the cover pocket under the backpack. Ugly, but it works. I can also get a thermos between it and the backpack and the weight is well on the hips. Strangely, a 188-centimeter normal-bodied person has to set the slice adjustments in the back piece to the lowest position. What does a shorter, S size do when it doesn't fit an adult?