Osprey Kestrel 48 Pack:
The Osprey Kestrel backpacks are perhaps their most versatile series of packs. The Kestrels are light, clean and highly functional – the elusive quiver-of-one packs that do it all. This is the ultimate "go anywhere, do anything" overnight pack. Use it for everything from a multi-day desert jaunt to an overnight hut trip. Two torso sizes and an adjustable harness provide custom fit. Our Airscape back panel and a peripheral steel spring rod frame provide superb comfort.
Features:
AirScape Suspension features dual peripheral aluminum rods that stabilize load and transfer weight close to the body.
Nubbed or ridge foam back panel with grip mesh covering provides superior breathability and ultra-comfortable pack to body contact.
IsoForm harness that features a spacer mesh surface with no sewn seams for superb comfort and fit.
LightWire peripheral rod frame.
LightWire contoured headrail for maximum headroom.
Unique Stow-On-The-Go trekking pole attachment.
Stretch lycra mesh front and side pockets.
Integrated raincover.
Hydration compatible.
Front daisies with bungee tie offs.
HDPE framesheet with cutouts for weight reduction.
IsoForm CM hipbelt provides heat molded fit.
CM hipbelt pointer.
AirScape Back panel.
Hipbelt pockets - Provide quick access to camera and other small items.
Ice Ax Loops and Bungee - Secures ice ax, tripods, etc.
Integrated Raincover.
Sleeping Pad Straps - Adjust easily for a variety of pads.
Stow-On-The-Go Trekking Pole Attachment.
Stretch Woven Front Pocket - Stows extra gear.
Stretch Woven Side Pocket - Holds 1 liter water bottle.
Torso Adjustable Harness - Features easy adjust sternum strap slots.
Zippered Top Pocket.
Zippered sleeping bag access.
Dimensions are shown as length (height) x width x depth.
Cm: 77 x 40 x 30.
In: 30.5 x 15.5 x 12
Insulation:
- Reverse straightjacket compression straps snug down an undersized load
- Side compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying
- Zippered access to the sleeping bag compartment with drop-down divide
Hipbelt:
- Mesh-covered, die-cut EVA hipbelt saves weight and enhances breathability
- Hipbelt features 2 zippered pockets for stashing a digital camera and snacks
- AirScape backpanel with ridged foam, torso adjustable harness and die cut slotted hipbelt
- Hipbelt pockets provide quick access to your camera and other essentials
Frame:
- LightWire™ peripheral-hoop alloy frame and HDPE framesheet provide a flexible and light structure
- LightWireTM frame
- AirScape back panel circulates more air to keep you cool and features LightWire peripheral frame that stabilizes the load and transfers weight close to your body
Weather and Wind:
- Integrated removable rain cover keeps your goods dry during storms
- Integrated rain cover keeps your prepared for sudden rainshowers
Zippers:
- Fixed top pocket with gear loops and dual zippered compartments
- Dual zippered vertical front panel pockets give more storage
- Zippered hip-belt pocket keeps your digital camera and energy gel packs close at hand
Pockets:
- Top-loading design features a sewn-on lid with a pocket that offers accessible gear storage
- Stretch mesh side pockets provide accessible stashing
- Under-lid mesh pocket provides extra organization of small items
- Stretch mesh front pocket provides a place to quickly stuff gear
- Stretch front and side pockets give you extra storage and organization options
Fabric:
- 420D nylon pack cloth
- Made with 420D nylon packcloth, 210 double diamond nylon
- Front and side stretch-woven pockets are ideal for stashing a jacket and other often-used gear
Fit:
- ErgoPull™ foam hipbelt is easy to custom-fit
- A comfortable AirScape backpanel and adjustable harness ensure a great fit
- Torso adjustable harness so you can fine tune the fit
- Torso adjustable harness locks in custom fit
- Pack fits a wide variety of backs thanks to rip-and-stick, torso-length adjustability: just rip it, adjust it and stick it
Padding:
- Dual sleeping pad straps on the pack's base adjust easily to hold a variety of shapes and sizes of pads
Hydration:
- Hydration-compatible design features reservoir sleeve and drink tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir sold separately)
- External hydration sleeve between pack and back panel provides an easy place to store a bladder
Straps:
- Poles tuck away between your arm and pack; adjustable shockcord on left-hand shoulder strap and a side loop hold poles in tightly
Features:
- Stow-On-The-Go™ trekking pole attachment lets you stow and remove poles (not included) while still wearing pack
- Intergrated Raincover
- Externally accessible lower compartment accommodates a sleeping bag
- The Osprey Kestrel 48 pack features an integrated raincover that pulls out in a flash to protect contents from sudden downpours
- Top loader
- Dual ice axe loops provide a place for your axes
- Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment lets you quickly tuck your poles out of the way without stopping to unload
- Lightweight AirScape™ back panel features ridge-molded foam with channels covered in mesh to allow airflow
- Sleeping bag compartment makes your bag easy to find
- Tool attachments stores your ice axes, tripods an other gear
- 2 ice axe loops with bungee tool tie-offs let you lash extra gear outside
- External loops and front daisies with bungee tie-offs give you plenty of places to stash equipment
The Kestrel 48 is the kind of pack you ought to load up and keep in the back of your car; once the clock strikes quitting time on Friday, you'll be ready to hit the road and get an early start on the trail Saturday morning. Sized for weekend overnights and multi-day hut trips, the Kestrel incorporates Osprey's signature features and famously comprehensive lifetime guarantee into a pack that covers the widest range of potential trips. Two torso sizes and an adjustable harness provide custom fit, while the Airscape ventilated back panel and a peripheral steel spring rod frame provide superb comfort.
You can plan your outing months in advance or wait until the morning of; it makes no difference to the Osprey Kestrel 48 Backpack, which is up for anything. The pack’s versatile size makes it good for short and longer trips. It includes features for all types of terrain, weather and activities, including an integrated rain cover, storage for sleeping bag and pad, and on-the-move trekking pole stash system.
The Kestrel 48 Backpack is the ultimate "go anywhere, do anything" overnight pack. Use it for everything from a multi-day or just a day on the trails.
This backpack includes all the features you need for overnight backpacking trips where you'd rather travel light than bring everything you own. The Aerospace back panel provides plenty of support for 30 to 40 lbs loads without the need for heavy aluminum stays. The added stretch Lycra front and side pockets in case you can't get all your gear into the large pocket of cargo space. This fully pack also features an integrated rain cover to keep everything dry while you make your way to camp.
Designed For: Backpacking & Hiking
The Osprey Kestrel 48 pack sports a sleek, technical design with an adjustable torso and lightweight materials, making it an ideal pack for overnight or weekend trips.
Imported.
There are two torso sizes and an adjustable harness to provide a more comfortable custom fit.
The Airscape back panel and the peripheral steel spring rod frame provide superb comfort and support.
, and sleeping bag access zipper.
Stretch Lycra®, mesh, front and side pockets.
Sleeping pad straps adjust easily for a variety of pads.
Front loops and bungee strap for an ice ax or tripod.
Unique Stow-On-The-Go™ trekking pole attachment.
Ultra-versatile, the Kestrel series from Osprey is light, clean, and highly functional. Newly updated with a sleeker design.
| Access: | top |
|---|---|
| Access Type : | 5003 |
| Activity: | Backpacking |
| Adjustable torso: | 46 liters |
| Airscape Backpanel: | AirScape backpanel with ridged foam, torso adjustable harness and diecut slotted hipbelt |
| Backpack style: | Internal |
| Capacity: | 2929 cubic inches / 48 liter |
| Carrying Capacity: | Up to 40 lbs.Capacity: SM/MD 2800 cubic inches (46 liters), MD/LG 2900 cubic inches (48 liters) |
| Dimension: | 30" x 16" x 12" / 77 x 40 x 30 cm |
| Dimensions: | 30 x 16 x 12 inches |
| Empty Weight: | Size M/L |
| Fabric: | 420D nylon packcloth ; 210 double diamond nylon |
| Fit Range: | Custom fit |
| Fits torso: | 48 liters |
| Fits waist/hips: | 2,807 cubic inches |
| Frame: | LightWire™ alloy framing |
| Frame material: | 3 lbs. 5 oz. |
| Frame type: | Backpacking |
| Gear capacity (L): | Lightweight backpack |
| Gear capacity (cu. in.): | Lightweight backpack |
| Hydration Compatible: | External hydration compartment |
| Integral Raincover: | Remove the raincover from its zippered compartment and stretch over pack. |
| Load Range: | Comfort Range: 35 lbs ; Maximum Range: 45-55 lbs |
| Material: | 420-denier nylon pack cloth, 210-denier x 330-denier nylon shadow box |
| Max Weight Capacity: | 35 lb |
| Number of Pockets : | Seven |
| Number of exterior pockets: | Yes |
| Number of stays: | 3 lbs. 8 oz. |
| Pack Capacity: | 46 L |
| Pack Fabric (Primary): | 420D nylon210 double diamond nylon |
| Pack access: | Yes |
| Pack loading: | 1.58 kilograms |
| Pockets: | 1 front stretch, 2 side stretch, 2 hip-belt zippered, 1 side zippered, 1 top, 1 under-lid zip mesh |
| Rain Cover: | yes, integrated |
| Raincover included: | 19+ inches |
| Recommended Use: | lightweight backpacking |
| Reservoir Included: | no |
| Reverse StraightJacket compression straps: | Allows extra compression for under utilized loads |
| Separate Sleeping Bag Compartment: | zippered compartment |
| Shoulder Straps: | padded |
| Sleeping Bag Compartment : | Removable sleeping pad straps |
| Support / Suspension: | LightWire frame |
| Suspended mesh back panel: | 1.5 kilograms |
| Suspension: | AirScape™ backpanel |
| Tool Attachment: | Secures ice ax, tripods, etc. |
| Torso Fit : | Torso adjustable harness |
| Torso Length: | S/M <19 in.M/L >19 in. |
| Trip Length: | Weekend (2-3 nights) |
| Ultralight: | Internal |
| Use : | Hiking, Camping, Travel |
| Volume: | [S/M]: 2563 cu in (42L) ; [M/L]: 2685 cu in (44L) |
| Volume Range: | 46-59 Liters |
| Waist-Belt: | yes |
| Warranty: | lifetime |
| Weight: | SM/MD 3 lbs. 14 oz. (1.77 kilograms), MD/LG 4 lbs. 2 oz. (1.87 kilograms) |
| Weight - metric: | No |
| Weight Capacity: | 30-50 lb. |
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Osprey Kestrel 48 Reviews:
Reviews:
Awesome!
Great pack for it's niche
Osprey makes many great packs, and I would highly suggest checking them out at the store first to ensure you pick one that fits you and your needs. Osprey's volume ratings seem a little overstated compared to other pack makers. This takes nothing away from their product, just make sure you are getting one big enough to hold your gear.
My mountain hardware ultralamina 15 sleeping bag compresses to 10X7 and I had trouble fitting it in the sleeping bag compartment. However there are many warm weather down bags that will fit. The divider is also removable if you are willing to give up space in the rest of the pack. Ultimately I ended up getting a larger version and using this one for day hikes, minimalist overnights, and field work.
I like being able to separate and have quick access to certain gear. The belt pockets are a little more generaous than most packs and great for carrying small items like a spare magazine or headlamp.
The belt, when worn appropriately up around the hip bones, is low profile enough not to impede waist carry of my service handgun. With many packs I'm forced to use a drop leg holster.
I appreciate the "conifer" color scheme. In general I don't like bright colored gear. When doing population counts, Earthy tones are necessary for getting close to certain species unnoticed. In that regard, the rain cover is a nice bonus, but I wish it wasn't red.
This pack rides tight to the body and is stable during vigorous activity such as mountain biking. Ventilation is still fair. If you require more, packs like the Atmos offer excellent air flow.
This pack serves me well. Is a appropriate for you? Not for me to say, but certainly worth checking out.
I LOVE this pack!
What I really like about this pack is that it has nearly all of the features of an 85L Osprey Pack in a 48L. What that means is that though this was a winter day pack for me, it will be a perfect summer weekender or maybe week long pack. At first I though the trekking pole stow and go straps were silly but now I use them all the time. The bottom bag comparment is cool on this size pack especially since it pulls back to form one large compartment. The gear loops are convenient and the daisy chain on the back gave me a good place to weaves some shock cord to create my own jacet stow and go as the top strecth pocket feels a little tight when the pack is stuffed.
A couple things that it got dinged for:
1. The pad/tent straps on the bottom are a litte short and didn't fit around my sleeping pad.
2. Like most other Osprey fixed belt packs, if you are like me where you are right on the edge of the size break you really need to try it on. I personally need a Large torso pack but a S/M hip belt. So on a 20L pack where you don't need to worry about the hips having to take too much weight it's not that big of deal. But in a pack where you may have 30 pounds you will want to know taht you can transfer it firmly on the hips and not snug it up and find it is not tight enough.
Other than that, great pack just like I would Expect from Osprey.
I can't find anything about this pack that I don't like and appreciate. I have backpacks by Marmot, Mountain Hardware and Millet. In Osprey I have an Argon 85, Atmos 65 and this Kestrel 48. One thing I've grown to appreciate about Osprey is the build quality and attention to detail. The Kestrel 48 is the perfect over night pack, although you'll be pushing space limits if you're overnight is in the winter. I don't like to strap a bunch of gear to the outside of my pack so to me, this is a 3 season overnighter. The Kestrel is really versatile and would even do ok as a technical pack. There are two side pockets that would handle crampons and skins and there are proper straps for hauling your boards in an a frame or straight up. There's no dedicated space for avalanche gear or helmet but that's a small price to pay in a pack that is loaded with so many creature comforts and organizational pockets for straight up back packing. The external hydration sleeve is very nice. No more rummaging through your gear to access the H2O. Plenty of compression straps on the side make it easy to secure smaller loads. The sleeping bag compartment is nice as is the rain cover. A 48 liter pack is a versatile size that will get lots of use and this is the perfect example. Flawless.
Flexible Pack
I love the top and bottom access points, as well as the multiple compartments on the outside of the pack. It makes it easy to pack in a way that you can get to what you need quickly. The rain cover that comes with it is great, spent several afternoons in the rain and all of my stuff stayed dry. Really a solid pack that held up to a lot of beatings.
My only complaints are the holders on the sides are not designed for liter bottles and can cause your bottle to pop out. I always put my bottles in the holders then clip them onto the pack.
Great pack, especially if you can get it on sale.
Love this pack!
Comfy, with lots of creative storage
One gripe (and the reason I took off a star) - REI markets this as a unisex pack. I am a tall, slim girl (5'8, 123lbs), and I had difficulty with the sizing. I have the frame on this extended all the way and the belt tightened all the way down - it was the only way I could get it to fit properly in both length and in the hip belt. Thinking of changing out the hip belt and getting a smaller one.
Great, versitile pack
Few suggestions for the pack designers:
I'm a 34 inch waist, and I wish I could cinch the waist strap a little bit tighter. Also, the side pockets expand into the interior of the pack--subtracting the amount of internal space. I wish they poked out. I like to put easy-to-access items (like first aid kit, rope) on side pockets.
