Osprey Packs Stratos 32 Backpack
by Osprey Packs, Backpacking Packs
Osprey Packs Stratos 32 Backpack
Perfect for peak bagging, ideal for a day at the crags, the Osprey Stratos 32 Backpack is built to handle the climber's tools of the trade. In addition to dual ice axe attachment points, the Osprey Stratos 32's stretch woven side pockets and compression straps work in concert to securely hold poles, pickets, even a camera tripod. The suspended AirCore suspension includes a tensioned mesh backpanel that offers excellent air circulation behind the back during lengthy approaches. Two vertical composite struts anchored into top and bottom high impact polycarbonate wings place the backpanel under tension and distribute the load to the shoulder harness and hipbelt. Recommended for loads in the neighborhood of 20 lbs., the Osprey Stratos 32 Backpack includes two convenient zippered side pockets. The left pocket provides access to the main pack body via a zippered mesh panel.
- Key fabrics: 210 denier double ripstop nylon, 210 x 330 shadow box nylon, stretch woven nylon with lycra, 500 denier plain weave nylon oxford
- AirCore suspension consisting of twin 5mm vertical composite struts with a center stabilization disc anchored into top and bottom high impact polycarbonate wings, tensioned contoured mesh backpanel, and SpacerMesh shoulder harness (includes adjustable sternum strap) and hipbelt
- Hipbelt includes foam inserts for maximum comfort
- Top loading access with zippered, fixed top pocket
- Large zippered side pockets with main compartment access in left pocket
- Mesh pockets in hipbelt for handy storage of small items used throughout the day
- Backpanel hydration reservoir cavity for convenient, on-the-go refreshment
- Side panel compression straps and stretch woven pockets for easy transport of trekking poles, fishing rod, pickets, etc. These pockets also provide quick access storage for water bottles
- Dual ice axe attachment points
- Capacity: 2,200 cu. in. (38 l) in size small, 2,400 cu. in. (40 l) in size medium, 2,600 cu. in. (42 l) in size large
- Weight: 2 lbs. 12 oz. (1.25 kgs.) in size small, 2 lbs. 14 oz. (1.30 kgs.) in size medium, 3 lbs. 0 oz. (1.36 kgs.) in size large
Reviews - Osprey Packs Stratos 32
Anonymous -
7/22/2009
really nice, but get right siza
I was really excited about the AirCore suspension, and the way the Stratos 24 I tried carried when I tried it on. I wanted a slightly bigger capacity, so ordered the Stratos 32, but couldn't find it in a medium frame. I ordered the "large", but after it came, realized my 5'7" height just wasn't a good match, and called the Osprey service people who agreed. Unfortunately, the "32" isn't listed on their website, and guess they're not making that size anymore. I'm really disappointed, as it seemed like an ideal capacity for me; but if you're a light packer, the Stratos 24 is still being made and is really comfy to carry.
Chip Leavitt -
9/24/2007
Ideal hot-weather day/night pack
The Stratos AirCore suspension creates a breathing layer between your pack and your back --- an ideal feature for hot-weather hiking (Southern California in August!). The hydration pack can either fit into this suspended mesh pocket (ideal) or inside the pack itself. The fit is superb. 25 pounds on a 9-mile afternoon hike was no sweat. No break-in, no rubbing, no sagging. My wife has the Stratos 24 and it felt the same way.
Robert Cody -
9/3/2007
Great ... but this is just the start.
A great fit for me ... it is sometimes hard to get a fit from an off the shelf system ... I am 6-2 220 pounds and the large fits great. The hipbelts are comfortable and love the mesh storage. The camelback hydration pack fits great and still leaves room for so much more. I have two children ... age 6 and 5 who have their own camelbacks with very little storage ... I can carry all the food and extra jackets with no problem. This is my first Osprey brand but much like my first experience with Montrail and Lowe Alpine ... it is great to try new brands because they may be better than my tried and true brands.
