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    Default Osprey Aether Packs

    Have any of you guys had any experience with Osprey Aether Packs. I think i'm gonna buy one, but I can't decide between the 70 or the 85.
    (THEY COST ABOUT THE SAME)

    Here's my gearlist:
    Big Agnes Seedhouse Tent
    Marmot Sawtooth 20 Degree Sleeping Bag
    Two 32 ounce powerade bottles
    Aqua Mira
    Small First Aid
    Marmot Precip Pants
    Marmot Precip Jacket
    t shirt/ long sleeve short (one each)
    convertable "zip off" pants (1)
    3 pairs of sox
    Therma Rest Closed Cell Sleeping Pad (Egg Carton)
    Small Alcohol Stove
    20 ounce pop bottle for stove fuel
    1 1/2 liter pot
    Bowl/ spoon
    Small Multi Tool
    Small Petz Head Lamp
    Personal Stuff (toothbrush, soap, meds, etc.)
    Pack Cover
    Pack Towel
    2 liter Collapsable Platypus Water Jug
    Camera
    Ipod
    Extra Batteries
    Jounal
    FOOD!!!!!!!!

    Do you think all that will fit into the Aether 70 (4,400 cc. 4 lbs 9 ounces) or do you think I should play it safe and get the Aether 85 (5,400 cc. 4lbs 15 ounces) ???

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    I used the Aether 70 on my section hike last year and loved it. I don't think it is as durable as my old pack, a Dana Terraplane, but it will get me to Maine and it's two pounds lighter. As for carrying capacity, I can see no reason why the "70" will not easily carry what you listed. I carried more.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rainmaker View Post
    I used the Aether 70 on my section hike last year and loved it. I don't think it is as durable as my old pack, a Dana Terraplane, but it will get me to Maine and it's two pounds lighter. As for carrying capacity, I can see no reason why the "70" will not easily carry what you listed. I carried more.

    why dont you think is durable? I am getting ready to buy one do you like yours.

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    Quote Originally Posted by austinlowes17 View Post
    Have any of you guys had any experience with Osprey Aether Packs. I think i'm gonna buy one, but I can't decide between the 70 or the 85.
    (THEY COST ABOUT THE SAME)

    Here's my gearlist:
    Big Agnes Seedhouse Tent
    Marmot Sawtooth 20 Degree Sleeping Bag
    Two 32 ounce powerade bottles
    Aqua Mira
    Small First Aid
    Marmot Precip Pants
    Marmot Precip Jacket
    t shirt/ long sleeve short (one each)
    convertable "zip off" pants (1)
    3 pairs of sox
    Therma Rest Closed Cell Sleeping Pad (Egg Carton)
    Small Alcohol Stove
    20 ounce pop bottle for stove fuel
    1 1/2 liter pot
    Bowl/ spoon
    Small Multi Tool
    Small Petz Head Lamp
    Personal Stuff (toothbrush, soap, meds, etc.)
    Pack Cover
    Pack Towel
    2 liter Collapsable Platypus Water Jug
    Camera
    Ipod
    Extra Batteries
    Jounal
    FOOD!!!!!!!!

    Do you think all that will fit into the Aether 70 (4,400 cc. 4 lbs 9 ounces) or do you think I should play it safe and get the Aether 85 (5,400 cc. 4lbs 15 ounces) ???
    I am going through the same deckision-making process. I expect to go with the 85, but I usually carry too much stuff. I also have a BigAg, but the Emerald Mountain SL-3, for 2 of us. I went with the BigAg Mystic-15 bag, as well as the Marmot Precips, but I will likely hit 40 lbs at peak food and water times, and it looks like you will do better than I will. I have the Jetboil GCS instead of alc, for example, and my clothes may add up.
    Regardless, have a great trip. Ospreys are great packs.
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    Quote Originally Posted by austinlowes17 View Post
    Have any of you guys had any experience with Osprey Aether Packs. I think i'm gonna buy one, but I can't decide between the 70 or the 85.
    (THEY COST ABOUT THE SAME)

    Here's my gearlist:
    Big Agnes Seedhouse Tent
    Marmot Sawtooth 20 Degree Sleeping Bag
    Two 32 ounce powerade bottles
    Aqua Mira
    Small First Aid
    Marmot Precip Pants
    Marmot Precip Jacket
    t shirt/ long sleeve short (one each)
    convertable "zip off" pants (1)
    3 pairs of sox
    Therma Rest Closed Cell Sleeping Pad (Egg Carton)
    Small Alcohol Stove
    20 ounce pop bottle for stove fuel
    1 1/2 liter pot
    Bowl/ spoon
    Small Multi Tool
    Small Petz Head Lamp
    Personal Stuff (toothbrush, soap, meds, etc.)
    Pack Cover
    Pack Towel
    2 liter Collapsable Platypus Water Jug
    Camera
    Ipod
    Extra Batteries
    Jounal
    FOOD!!!!!!!!

    Do you think all that will fit into the Aether 70 (4,400 cc. 4 lbs 9 ounces) or do you think I should play it safe and get the Aether 85 (5,400 cc. 4lbs 15 ounces) ???
    DUH!! I forgot to ask. How far are you going? My stuff is for a thru-hike.
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    I've considered both packs, also, and prefer the 85 for when I want my winter sleeping bag and extra warm clothes. You can always tighten the compression straps if you don't need all the space. Just don't get tempted to fill the thing up with extra stuff just because it fits!
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    I carried an Aether 60 the entire way and never had any problems with it. It's a fantastic pack! I'll be using it until it turns to dust. However, the back pad/shoulder straps get pretty wretched after weeks on use...

    Have you looked at the Osprey Atmos 65? That seems like a sweet pack...it should hold you gear list comfortably. Plus it has the sewn in hip belt pockets along with an interesting ventilation system. I would purchase if I wasn't so faithful to my Aether 60 :-)

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    My Aether 60 carries all I need. If I were taller and stronger I might go one size bigger.
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    Default My Aether 60 rocks

    I love my Aether 60. It carries all I need and does it with grace and comfort. I see no durability issues. I probably could save a pound with one of the ultralite packs, but why scrimp on comfort?

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    Go for the 85. The extra carrying capacity is great for only 5 more oz. I got the 85 because my kids are starting to hike with me and my 85 allows me to carry more than I would if I were soloing.
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    if that's your gearlist you might want to consider the osprey atmos 35 and the atmos 50

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    I'm only a section hiker with a couple hundred miles, but I have the Aether 60 and it has plenty of room. I've read the trail journals from many a thruhiker who used the 60, too, so I guess it all depends on how much stuff you plan to carry.

    I carry all of my junk inside the pack, too -- tarptent, thermarest, WM 20-degree bag, miscellaneous crap like clothes, camp sandals, water filter, along with up to 5 days food inside. You'd be surprised how much junk you can get into 3,700.

    Good luck.

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    Got my first good look at the Atmos 65 this weekend.

    It REALLY is a fine-looking pack and you might want to check it out.

    Lighter than the comparably sized Aether as well.

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    I have the Atmos 50 and realy like it. How much did they beef up the suspention on the 65? The 50 tops out at about 30 lbs. With the added 15 liters of space I think you would be asking alot of it if they didn't bring the suspention up as well. But the 50's weight/comfort ratio is the best that I found after driving shop people nuts with questions and the like. Peace. J.J.B.
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    Not to throw big a wrench into your planning, but have you considered some lighter weight backpacks? Your gear list "looks" lightweight. How much does it weigh?

    These backpacks are popular on the AT:

    http://www.granitegear.com/products/...age/index.html

    http://www.ula-equipment.com/

    If your bp is too large, you might feel compelled to carry extra stuff, just because you have the space. Anyway, just some different backpacks to consider in case you haven't heard of them.

    See you on the trail,
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    You could easily pack all of that into an Aether 60. The 70 is nice though because it has the additional bottom zipper.

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    I have the Aether 75 from a couple years ago and I love it. I find it alittle too big most of the time even while winter camping. I can't imagine the 85 or what I'd put in it to fill it up. ( I even keep my tent inside) I want to get the Aether 60 this year and thinking about the Atmos but I'm afraid of the hip belt it looks like it might hurt with no padding. But the 70 should be plenty big enough after you get settled in and rid of the things you don't need. And would leave you alittle "extra" room for winter gear but not too much as to be floppy. But I love the Osprey packs and would recommend them to anyone.

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    Austin Lowes:

    There is more to a pack than size. The only real way to know if a pack is right for you is to take all your gear, food, water, and fuel, and go to your local outfitter and try them on loaded with your gear, food, water, and fuel.

    What may be right for me may not be the best pack for you and your gear.

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    Peaks, as I read the thread topic is "Osprey Aether Packs" and he wanted suggestions from those of us who have had experieance with Osprey Aether packs on whether the 60 or 70 would be better as far as size goe's for his gear list. Theres not any differene between the two packs in question other than size.

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    I have the 70...it carrys winter gear fine...I swapped the Aether belt for the cresent belt for an extra $10...money I think well spent.

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