It’s a premium pack using high-tech materials and features sitting in the top end of Osprey’s range. The old mantra of “strong, light, cheap – pick 2” is a relevant with this pack. So the same durability for half the weight.
200 denier UHMWPE has a similar strength to 400 denier nylon with great abrasion resistance to boot. What’s UHMWPE I hear you ask? Well UHMWPE stands for ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene which is often branded as Spectra or Dyneema. It’s a 210 denier weight nylon with 200 denier UHMWPE ripstop in a 2mm grid. Because of this, I’ve put some research into the lightweight material for the pack body. Any abrasion or weakness has more force behind it and you will begin to see seams bulge. Heavy packs put huge strains on the materials they are made of. Especially appreciated during the warmer Australian months. The Osprey’s tried and tested Velcro adjustment system feels strong and wont ever slip.Ībove : The Osprey Airscape feature allows air to flow between the pack and your back, keeping you comfortable for extended periods of time. I’m 175cm (with a slightly long back for my height) and the medium fits me well in the middle of the settings. The shoulder straps feel equally well designed for purpose and the back system was quick and easy to adjust to my back length. The V pull of the belt does a great job cupping the hip bones.
When I first put the pack on, I noticed how comfortably firm the grip was. It has a very firm outer structure with an mix of mesh and foam directly on the hips. The Aether Pro’s Isoform hip belt immediately feels like it’s built to give solid comfort under the heaviest loads. I also like the distinctive, technical vibe of the contrasting grey/black/red. Packs with pockets on the sides or front can look a bit podgy or lumpy.
Because it has no external pockets it has a slim efficient look to it. The first thing I noticed about this pack is that I really like the overall aesthetics. An incredibly well-balanced pack with excellent load carrying and storage features.
OSPREY AETHER 70 PRO
Above: The Osprey Aether Pro in all its glory.
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