Osprey

Tempest 9

I wanted to replace my old (unisex) Camelback with a pack that was still versatile enough to use both for mountain biking and as a day pack for hiking. I love my Tempest 9! My first time using it was on three-day bikepacking trip and I fit a surprising amount of gear inside (two spare tubes, tools, stuffed down jacket, 3L bladder and some food. I bought my pack in Europe and only discovered later that Osprey makes an XS size for petite frames, which they don't market in Europe. Some reviews I read on the Europe site from short women complained about the pack digging in their lower backs. I'm 5'2" (157cm) and the regular size fits me fine for biking--no digging since I'm leaning over all of the time. For hiking, it hits slightly lower than it should, but it doesn't bother me. The padded waist straps are very comfortable and side pouches are really handy. The shoulder straps are shaped for a woman, unlike the unisex Camelbak, making the pack nicely snug. I had also tried some Vaud packs on for size, but quickly put them back because the top of the pack dug into my neck. All straps on the Tempest 9 are very easy to adjust. Currently, I'm following a work trip up with an adventure vacation, so I had to leave my other Osprey at home (the Flapjill pack). I was surprised to be able to fit my 12.2" laptop, two spiral notebooks (A4 size), and wallet inside the Tempest. The helmet clip and key chain hook are also handy.

I hike alot in Phoenix and the surrounding areas. I needed a bag designed for women, as I am petite and my boyfriend's Camelback is too large for my torso. I love the color, the Tourmaline, and it holds plenty of essentials you need for daypacking/day hiking.

I bought this for long day hikes and mountain bike rides. Some might think it's small but I lean minimalist. I knew it was the right pack for me after much looking. I am very petite and wanted a women's specific product. I'm 5' 1" and the XS is a perfect fit. So comfortable. And all the pockets and features are wonderful. I put this pack to a difficult test when I recently hiked the length of Santa Catalina Island. We used a gear haul service for bigger stuff to travel ultra-light on the trails. The Osprey Tempest 9 held everything I needed for 40-plus miles of difficult hiking over 3 days. 5 Stars all the way.

I’m 5’1” with “swimmers shoulders” and found this to fit quite nicely, and comfortably. I only wish the bladder had been included, as that’s now another thing I need to hunt down. Excited to take this into the mountains!

I love the smaller size. I love the bungee cord storage net, live the water bottle holders, the small pocket in the front strap (I use it to store my water hose). This tiny pocket was my selling point- I like being able to stow away the mouth piece when not in use. I can easily fit a light layer, plus my Sony a7iii and a spare lens. I love the side pockets. I like that it can be cinched to make it less bulky. The waffle designed backside is a nice comfortable touch. I really like this bag. I'm excited to take it on adventures, hiking, biking, and little trips where a backpack is more convenient that tote bags...