Reddit Reddit reviews Osprey Packs Exos 48 Backpack (2017 Model), Basalt Black, Medium

We found 5 Reddit comments about Osprey Packs Exos 48 Backpack (2017 Model), Basalt Black, Medium. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.

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Osprey Packs Exos 48 Backpack (2017 Model), Basalt Black, Medium
An internal sewn-in backpanel sleeve with clip attachment accommodates up to 3 liters of hydrationThe Exos peripheral frame is a 6065 aluminum alloy with an internal suspended cross strut providing excellent load carrying supportThe ExoForm sewn-in hipbelt features seamless layered mesh covered foam providing exceptional comfort, cushioning and load transfer.A removable floating top pocket with an internal key clip and under-lid zippered mesh pocket provides organization.Multiple cord tie-off points for the quick attachment of additional gear are located on both sides of the front panel on each Exos pack.
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5 Reddit comments about Osprey Packs Exos 48 Backpack (2017 Model), Basalt Black, Medium:

u/haroldthehobo · 14 pointsr/Ultralight

I'm gonna try to break down most of the places you could save weight, as well as give you an idea of dollars per ounce saved for each item so you can figure out the best place to focus your available budget.

  • Your pack is pretty heavy. Something like the Osprey Exos 48 will cost around $180 and weighs ~40 oz. That'll save you ~20.8 oz at about $8.65 per oz.

  • Your bag is also heavy, as you have pointed out. As /u/schmuckmulligan pointed out, a HG Burrow Econ 20 would save you weight for added warmth. I would recommend a wide width, since HG quilts are narrower since they are aimed at hammock sleepers. A $170 wide will save you ~16.9 oz at about $10.06 per oz. You could also consider a HG Burrow Econ 30, which will save you more weight, and will be cheaper.

  • The $215 24 oz Lunar Solo from Six Moon Designs would save you ~23.3 oz at about $9.23 per oz. If you don't have a trekking pole, they also sell lightweight poles to support the shelter.

  • $15 Frogg Toggs will save you ~6 oz at about $2.50 per oz.

  • You can drop the extra shirt and the extra underwear for a free savings of ~7.8 oz. A lot of people will just wear the same shirt and underwear for the duration of their trips.

  • A 14$ ThruNite Ti3 will save you ~2.7 oz at about $5.19 per oz. The NiteCore Thumb is also a good option with similar weight savings. I discussed the differences between the two in this comment in a thread yesterday.

  • You can save ~1.1 oz for free by dropping the Iodine Tablets. The Sawyer is good enough, and won't make your water taste bad.

    All in all, everything here will save you ~78.6 oz or almost 5 lbs. Obviously, don't take anything I or anyone else says as perfect for you. If having extra clothes makes your hike a lot better, then I don't think the weight savings is worth it.

    Hope this helps!
u/zorkmids · 4 pointsr/CampingGear

Getting a new pack would allow you to get something a bit lighter. For example, the Osprey Exos 48 is about 10 ounces lighter and costs $135.

You can get even lighter if you spend a bit more. For example, the Zpacks Arc Blast would save you about two pounds. Here's a good survey of ultralight backpacks. Of course, there's a durability tradeoff, and ultralight backpacks don't carry heavy loads as well as traditional packs.

u/plateofhotchips · 3 pointsr/Ultralight

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u/eyedbythetiger · 2 pointsr/PacificCrestTrail

Yes, look for the 2014-2017 model. It has hip belt pockets and shoulder strap pockets. These will be very handy. You can find the older model exos online at amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Osprey-Packs-Backpack-Basalt-Medium/dp/B00E0LGLOO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521656284&sr=8-1&keywords=exos and it's on sale.

u/KenBalbari · 1 pointr/Ultralight

This is a good pack. At a clearance price. The 2018 models there are $200, last years model is just as good (arguably better) for $133.

And if you want something slightly smaller, this isn't bad, either. OR this (the large in Pacific Blue is showing the lowest price at the moment).

Also, don't buy anything without knowing your torso size. Fit is important.

But if you really can't afford more popular brands like Osprey or Granite Gear, and must go cheap, I think you might do best with one of the Outdoor Products packs from Walmart, like this (product page here). That may not be any better than the one you linked, but it should be similar, for half the price.