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Osprey’s Atmos/Aura AG LT 65 Sheds Weight, Not Comfort

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Osprey’s Atmos/Aura AG LT is perfect for long-distance or minimalist users. It’s lightweight and streamlined, shedding ounces without sacrificing build quality. Comfort isn’t sacrificed either, making your load just a little lighter.


For those who prefer a lightweight and minimalist set-up, the Osprey Atmos/Aura AG LT backpack provides the same fit and comfort in a sleeker and more compact design. By reducing weight in important areas you get a less bulky pack, but without sacrificing quality. By streamlining its silhouette, you get a lighter pack that still offers great support.

The Atmos/Aura AG LT 65 delivers a lightweight yet comfortable carrying capacity for even your most ambitious journeys. Its AntiGravity suspension technology offers a close fit that won’t compromise on performance and won’t slow you down. Osprey ensured this pack was lightweight without sacrificing the core features that make it so versatile: an integrated raincover, side panel zip access, top lid, reinforced pocket, and internal hydration sleeve. All that, and it’s made from bluesign® approved, recycled main body fabrics to ensure it stands up to wear and tear for the long haul.

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The Osprey Atmos/Aura AG LT 65 is famous for its luxurious suspension and a huge selection of remarkable features. The shoulder straps come with plush padding that emphasizes comfort and lightens the pack as much as possible. The Anti-Gravity (AG) suspension distributes the load evenly and removes pressure from your back, allowing you to carry up to 40 pounds with ease and still have good breathability. This pack has earned a devoted following due to its trampoline-style design, which incorporates the entire back panel and waist belt.


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Fully loaded for the heftiest adventures, the original Atmos/Aura AG focuses on keeping you geared up for any overnight adventure. With additional features, like Stow-on-the-Go™ trekking pole attachments, an internal sleeping bag divider and dual side-panel access into the main compartment, it’s all about comfort and capability.


The Atmos/Aura AG LT is all about lightness and comfort. The backpack is designed for the technical backpacker and is slimmer than its predecessor. It offers a streamlined silhouette and features. The AntiGravity suspension—a continuous backpanel of lightweight mesh—ensures comfort remains the priority for carrying the pack.

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Attributes and Features:

IMPROVED & EASIER FIT: A revolutionary Fit-on-the-Fly® hipbelt ensures a snug and secure fit, no matter what your size. The intuitive ladder adjustment system allows you to easily customize your backpanel torso adjustment for an even more comfortable experience.

INTEGRATED RAINCOVER: Don’t get caught in the rain without cover. Located at the bottom of the pack, just below the sleeping bag compartment, you’ll find a deployable raincover to keep your gear dry when conditions turn wet. Made from PFAS-free DWR and bluesign® approved materials.

LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN: Stripped down, simplified feature-set for streamlined use.

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN: Intelligently crafted from bluesign® approved, GRS-certified recycled materials and PFAS-free DWR for a durable water-repellent finish.

  • Included raincover made with PFC/PFAS-free DWR and bluesign® approved materials
  • Curved zip access on one side of panel
  • Fabric reinforced front shove-it pocket
  • Tall dual-access side water bottle pockets
  • Dual upper/lower side compression straps
  • Dual zippered hipbelt pockets
  • Dual ice axe loops with upper compression strap capture
  • Removable sleeping pad straps
  • Internal hydration reservoir sleeve with center back exit port

Review:

Pros: The Osprey Atmos/Aura AG LT 65 backpack has great pockets for organization, superior breathability, and overall coziness.

Cons: The Osprey Atmos/Aura AG LT 65 backpack is not designed to carry loads heavier than 40 pounds.

My Take: The Osprey Atmos/Aura AG LT 65 is a timeless backpack style with a high-ventilated support system and lots of handy features for users.

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About Osprey

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Osprey was founded in 1974, and since then, every design has been approved by the owner and founder, Mike Pfotenhauer. His vision then and the company’s vision now is to “Relentlessly Innovate to Ease your Journey.” Everything Osprey creates is of the highest quality and made sustainably and ethically. As a company, Osprey is committed to improving the welfare of their community and planet. To them, how they make their products is just as important as the actual products.

Osprey is so confident in their product’s quality, and that you will love them, that they have three “product end-of-use programs.” The All Mighty Guarantee Programmeans you can send any of your damaged Osprey gear back to the company, and they will fix it free of charge. The Osprey Renewed program recycles products that are beyond repair and recycles them into new gear. Their Repair to Share program takes packs that are returned, repairs them, and donates them to youth programs, schools, and groups. These programs keep Osprey products in use and out of landfills, meaning you’ll get enough use to justify your purchase. You will also help the Earth by eliminating unnecessary waste.

Osprey is such a great company from both a sustainability and social standpoint, and their products are amazing! Their recommended Road Trip Essentials list is a great cumulation of some of their coolest products. Check it out for yourself or anyone you may be shopping for this holiday season.

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