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Osprey Skarab Hiking Hydration Backpacks

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Osprey has select Osprey Skarab Hiking Hydration Backpacks on sale from $59.50. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member sjjones for finding this deal.

Available: Features:
  • Wide-mouth, bucket-style main compartment opening
  • Dedicated hydration compartment with included Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak
  • Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic bite valve attachment
  • Under lid zip pocket
  • Front panel daisy chain attachment points

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Ospreys Skarab line is on close out great deal for a pack With 2.5 liter hydration kit ($32 value by itself)

At time of post assorted colors available

Free shipping and returns

Lifetime warranty

22l $74.50

https://www.osprey.com/us/en/prod...RAB22.html

18l $59.50

https://www.osprey.com/us/en/prod...18S19.html

30l $104.50

https://www.osprey.com/us/en/prod...RAB30.html


With a stylish but traditional design, the Skarab is durable, lightweight, and made for adventure. An included Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5-liter reservoir makes it easy to remain hydrated anywhere you explore. Whether you're shouldering it through the woods or simply finding the perfect spot to set up the hammock, an open mesh foam AirScape backpanel will help you stay both comfortable and dry. Attachment loops let you put away the trekking poles and grab your binoculars or camera with both hands, while mesh side pockets keep snacks within instant reach—and keep the hangry at bay
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Why do you waste your time posting this in every Osprey thread?
Not a bad bag for a day hike, particularly in warmer months. A few minor gripes from my last few months with the 30L bag:

- If you want to bring a water bottle instead of the bladder, this version does not have the mesh side pouches to accommodate that. Instead, they are zippered side pouches which feel like they go in the wrong direction. Putting your water bottle in there does not feel secured, so I put my water bottle in the main compartment, which means asking my hiking partner politely to grab it for me or just taking my bag off. I believe the updated version (which is more expensive) has side mesh pockets.

- You're working with one main compartment, and two side pouches. If you're wanting multiple compartments to work with so you don't have to dig for items, it's limiting.

That being said, I like this bag and it's overall a good step up from my smaller Osprey Hikelite bag. With the included reservoir, it's a fair price.
It is for day hikes, not for overnight backpacking.

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05-04-2023 at 08:37 PM.
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It is for day hikes, not for overnight backpacking.
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05-05-2023 at 07:54 AM.
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Osprey bladders are the best in my opinion. Best warranty and compatibility.

Camelbak is ok but poor compatibility with filters, attachments, etc
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05-05-2023 at 08:02 AM.
05-05-2023 at 08:02 AM.
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It is for day hikes, not for overnight backpacking.

The 30l might be ok for overnight it all depends what u take ….
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05-05-2023 at 08:09 AM.

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank awful

05-05-2023 at 08:09 AM.
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Travel light? Freeze at night.
Why do you waste your time posting this in every Osprey thread?
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05-05-2023 at 09:55 AM.
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Quote from sjjones :
The 30l might be ok for overnight it all depends what u take ….
The 30L capacity might be alight for someone with all ultralight compact gear, but the hip belt doesn't seem very substantial for carrying a load. They make 30-45L packs that are well set up for overnights, but this one definitely seems tailored towards day hikes. 30L will be too small for the majority to think about overnighting.
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05-05-2023 at 10:21 AM.
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Quote from fewlio :
Travel light? Freeze at night.
Do you pack for an overnight trip every time you step out your front door?
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05-05-2023 at 11:18 AM.
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Not a bad bag for a day hike, particularly in warmer months. A few minor gripes from my last few months with the 30L bag:

- If you want to bring a water bottle instead of the bladder, this version does not have the mesh side pouches to accommodate that. Instead, they are zippered side pouches which feel like they go in the wrong direction. Putting your water bottle in there does not feel secured, so I put my water bottle in the main compartment, which means asking my hiking partner politely to grab it for me or just taking my bag off. I believe the updated version (which is more expensive) has side mesh pockets.

- You're working with one main compartment, and two side pouches. If you're wanting multiple compartments to work with so you don't have to dig for items, it's limiting.

That being said, I like this bag and it's overall a good step up from my smaller Osprey Hikelite bag. With the included reservoir, it's a fair price.
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