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Suspension Technology


ReCurve

Pack Series
Argon Series - Men's
Xenon Series - Women's

 

The ReCurve Suspension is our deluxe load carrier available on our full-feature Argon and Xenon packs.

Features:

* HDPE framesheet with dual 2024 AL 2/3 length, 20mm stays
* 7075-T6 aluminum ReCurve rods provide consistent and stable flex and shock absorption.
* AirScape backpanel with tri-section 10mm ridged foam, central air chimney and drop down lumbar hipbelt attachment

BioForm A/X Components

* Dual density foam harness with softer cutouts in neck and armpit regions
* BioForm CM™ A/X hipbelt with internal seams for even better comfort


AirScape

Pack Series
Aether Series - Men's
Ariel Series - Women's
Kestrel Series - Torso Adjustable
Sprint Series - Youth

 

AirScape Suspension Features:

* Dual peripheral aluminum rods stabilize load and transfer weight close to the body
*LightWire peripheral rod frame on Kestrel Series
* Integral aluminum or LightWire contoured headrail for maximum headroom
* Nubbed or ridge foam backpanel with grip mesh covering provides superior breathability and ultra-comfortable pack to body contact
* HDPE framesheet with cutouts for weight reduction *

(*) The Aether 85 & 70 and Ariel 75 & 65 feature a single aluminum stay while the Aether 60 and Ariel 55 feature an integral HDPE stay.

IsoForm Components (Aether and Ariel)
* IsoForm harness in multiple sizes and gender specific cuts features spacer mesh surface with no sewn seams for superb comfort and fit
* IsoForm CM™ * hipbelt provides heat molded fit in multiple sizes and gender specific cuts.

(*) Patent pending

CM™ hipbelt pointer
With the multitude of upgrades to and the lighter weight of the equipment you carry inside your pack, Aether and Ariel packs are designed to carry moderate loads. Need to carry the kitchen sink too? Simply put a BioFormCM hipbelt on your Aether or Ariel and you're all set!


AirSpeed

Pack Series
Atmos Series - Men's
Aura Series - Women's
Exos Series - Ventilated

 

The AirSpeed suspension incorporates a LightWire Alloy frame with a 3D tensioned mesh backpanel. Additionally, side crescents provide further ventilation.  All contact surfaces are either breathable mesh or perforated, molded waffle foam. Your experience is a pack fit with comfortable uniform body contact and no hot spots, whether you're bagging a fourteener, hiking the AT or pulling your next 24-hour race.


Features:
* LightWire Allowy Frame
*  Cross struts provide excellent flex
* Tensioned breathable mesh fabric provides superb airflow through back contact zone.
* AirSpeed side crescents for side ventilation
* Thermoformed and perforated waffle pattern harness and hipbelt for further ventilation


AirCore

Pack Series
Stratos Series - Ventilated

 

The AirCore backpanel borrows from the innovative and award winning AirSpeed backpanel found on our Atmos Series packs. Two 5mm fiberglass struts with a center stabilization disc anchor into top and bottom high impact composite wings. A tensioned contoured mesh backpanel provides a form fitting and stable carry while allowing full air circulation.

Key Features:
* Vertical struts and disc provide strong suspension structure
* Stretch mesh backpanel allows superb air circulation
* Lightweight sewn-in spacer mesh harness and hipbelt


Variant

Pack Series
Variant Series

 

The Variant suspension is cusomized to each volume.  The Variant 52 features a removable HDPE framesheet with aluminum tubing frame.  The Variant 37 features an HDPE framesheet with 6061 aluminum stay.  The Variant 28 features a removable foam framesheet and sit pad.

 


Ethereal

Pack Series
Waypoint Series

 

Interchangeable IsoForm harnesses help you customize the fit while a built in ErgoPull hipbelt keeps the load comfortably on your hips without being bulky. A spacer mesh backpanel and plastic framesheet keep your load safe and stable.


High Roadâ„¢ Chassis

Pack Series
Meridian Series
Sojourn Series
Vector Series
Slipstream Series

 

When Osprey decided to enter the world of wheeled travel we knew that we had to design the best system available. The High Road™ Chassis is the result of careful and extensive design and development. It features an ergonomic handle for comfortable and stable pulling, 6001 AL pack harness frame, ultra durable lightweight injection-molded ABS material, vented backpanel, extra large polyurethane wheels with sealed bearings and a high clearance design that won't get caught on bumps and curbs.

Additionally, the suspension on the High Road™ Chassis provides a backpack comfortable carry on the Meridian and Sojourn Series that's not just an afterthought. Finally, weights are significantly lighter than similar pieces on the market.

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