Osprey Europe Men's Kestrel 48 Hiking Pack

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Quick tip guys – even though the Osprey Kestrel 48 has a kickass rain cover, you may still wish to consider packing dry bags because they provide that extra bit if protection and help to guarantee that your stuff will stay dry. The point where the shoulder straps attach to the main body of the pack should be roughly half way down your shoulder blades; this ensures that the shoulder straps rolls evenly over the top of your shoulders to distribute the weight correctly. Ultimately, as with all things, just because a backpack is more expensive doesn’t mean that it’s better.

Osprey Mens Kestrel 48 Picholine Green - Trekitt Osprey Mens Kestrel 48 Picholine Green - Trekitt

Naturally, it is very important the hipbelt is comfortable, soft and ventilated,and the one on the Kestrel 48 is all of the above. A heavier 420D Nylon strengthens vital areas across the design, plus a super-tough 500D Nylon Packcloth is used across the base where the pack feels more impact.

Remember that your hips carry most of the weight of the pack, so this should be firm but comfortable. It all comes down to this: when you have to pack 40 lbs of gear in a backpack, would you rather carry it in a 0. Superior packs like Osprey Kestrel 48 never neglect side compression straps since they're essential especially for outdoor events. The Osprey Kestrel is not for every backpacker though, as it does have its limits, which I’ll cover below.

Osprey Kestrel 48 Review: Who is it for? (Oct 2023) Osprey Kestrel 48 Review: Who is it for? (Oct 2023)

Since hip muscles are the largest muscles in your body, they should be carrying most of the pack’s weight. An enclosed, safe pocket on the front is lacking and would be nice to have with this product in my opinion. The Yeti Hopper Two 20 is an upgraded soft-sided cooler from YETI that features upgrades in thermal. As with a lot of the Osprey range, one of the Kestrel’s best qualities is its weight (or lack thereof). It is also equipped with foam ridges that ensure the pack fits you right, and enhance your comforteven when the pack is at its maximum capacity.So let’s take a look at what the Kestrel 48 has to offer… Check out the video below for a quick visual rundown of the Osprey Kestrel 48.

Kestrel 48 | 2023 Review - Trad Climbers Osprey Kestrel 48 | 2023 Review - Trad Climbers

There's a forward-facing entrance at the base and a regular opening at the top, meaning you can reach to load and unload your belongings whilst wearing the pack. So, we’ll talk about all aspects of this backpack that influence your level of comfort, so that you can see for yourself just how much the Kestrel excels in that regard. The Kestral on the other hand is maybe 'slightly' more durable, but I would say its equally durable - just feels more rugged hands on. Front compression straps are lacking but they aren't must have since even 4 compression straps alone are enough to have the pack completely flat against your back. Mesh pouch on the front is useful for any item that you'd like to isolate from the inner, dryer items.The side stretch-mesh pockets are worth a special mention as they will swallow 1 litre water bottles or spare clothing and they feature dual entry points; there’s a forward-facing entrance at the base and a regular opening at the top. The backpanel is very important because it is the part of the pack with the largest surface in direct contact with your body. Adjustable and agile, the Osprey Kestrel 48 delivers a fit and shape conducive to crushing trail miles.