osprey aura backpack AG 50 (Enchantment Purple) Women's compatibility with hydration systems Osprey Atmos AG 65 -

Competitively priced Cons Not waterproof Pack doesnt sit upright on the ground Back panel deforms with overstuffing The Quick & Dirty: A sub-2-pound workhorse that offers 60 L of volume for under $300

Made with a chest belt, hip belt, and padded straps, this is a great choice for going between school and extracurricular activities

How We Tested We tested the Exos during our refresh of all backpacking backpacks, conducting preliminary testing on local trails in the midwest during winter

I knew this, but I had still pictured it in my minds eye as a rugged, empty wilderness - so I was surprised, upon visiting popular destinations such as the Perito Moreno Glacier, to find them busier than I expected