Winner of the 2021 Backpacker Editors’ Choice Gold Award. Ideal for anyone in need of a pack with a fine-tuned fit, the women’s-specific Ariel 55 fits a variety of body shapes and sizes.

A Custom Fit-on-the-Fly® Hipbelt and Shoulder Straps, and adjustable torso length offers a fine-tuned fit and an injection-molded backpanel delivers breathable, close-to-body performance. Made with bluesign® approved nylon and PFC-free DWR. Raincover included.

Key Attributes

CUSTOM FIT
A Custom Fit-on-the-Fly Hipbelt, Custom Fit-on-the-Fly Shoulder Strap and adjustable torso length allow for a fine-tuned fit for a variety of body shapes and sizes

AIRSCAPE SUSPENSION
An injection-molded, die-cut foam AirScape™ backpanel creates a breathable, close-to-body fit.

LOAD CAPACITY
Designed to provide a stable close-to-body carry; ideal for managing heavier loads when the trail gets technical.

SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS
Constructed with high-quality bluesign®-approved nylon and PFC-free DWR.

Features

• Included raincover made with PFC-free DWR and bluesign®-approved materials
• Large front panel zip access to main compartment
• Floating top lid with lash points
• Fabric reinforced front shove-it pocket
• Large dual-access stretch mesh side water bottle pockets
• Dual upper/lower side compression straps
• Dual front panel compression straps with StraightJacket compression
• Dual zippered hipbelt pockets
• Dual ice axe loops with bungee tie-offs
• Zippered sleeping bag compartment with removable divider
• Removable sleeping pad straps
• Internal hydration reservoir sleeve
• Anchor loops for an optional Osprey Daylite® daypack for short forays

Carry Information

AIRSCAPE BACKPANEL

• Injection-molded, die-cut foam AirScape™ framesheet maintains comfortable back contact with ventilated airflow channels and maximum stability for carrying heavy loads
• Mesh-covered foam lumbar for supportive, lightweight and comfortable contact surfaces