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Men's Osprey Skarab 18L Hiking Backpack w/ Hydraulics Reservoir (Mystic Red)

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$53

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REI has Men's Osprey Skarab 18L Hiking Backpack w/ Hydraulics Reservoir (Mystic Red) on sale for $52.73. Select free ship to store, otherwise, free shipping on orders $60+.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Rokket for sharing this deal.

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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
  • Front panel daisy chain attachment points
  • Dual mesh side pockets
  • Under lid zip pocket
  • Removable webbing hipbelt

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  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $16.23 lower (23% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $69.96.
    • Product is currently discounted; intermediate markdowns have been taken
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REI has Men's Osprey Skarab 18L Hiking Backpack w/ Hydraulics Reservoir (Mystic Red) on sale for $52.73. Select free ship to store, otherwise, free shipping on orders $60+.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Rokket for sharing this deal.

Note, ship to store option may vary depending on product availability

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
  • Front panel daisy chain attachment points
  • Dual mesh side pockets
  • Under lid zip pocket
  • Removable webbing hipbelt

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $16.23 lower (23% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $69.96.
    • Product is currently discounted; intermediate markdowns have been taken
  • About this store:
  • Additional note:
    • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by Rokket | Staff

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I find it super annoying they used that terminology. I was assuming it may have had some fancy hydraulic frame suspension system.
The water bladder being called a hydraulics reservoir sounds so much more badass.

I love Osprey, but $54 is still pretty high on a 18L. I think the Hikelite 18L at $40 was a better deal. I guess it just depends on how much you value the water bladder versus the cool frame on the Hikelite.

https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/fp/876136
Both are quality packs, it just comes down to personal fit. You're better just trying them on to find out.

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Apr 23, 2024
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Selman
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The water bladder being called a hydraulics reservoir sounds so much more badass.

I love Osprey, but $54 is still pretty high on a 18L. I think the Hikelite 18L at $40 was a better deal. I guess it just depends on how much you value the water bladder versus the cool frame on the Hikelite.

https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/fp/876136
Last edited by Selman April 23, 2024 at 01:56 PM.
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Quote from Selman :
The water bladder being called a hydraulics reservoir sounds so much more badass.

I love Osprey, but $54 is still pretty high on a 18L. I think the Hikelite 18L at $40 was a better deal. I guess it just depends on how much you value the water bladder versus the cool frame on the Hikelite.

https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/fp/876136
I find it super annoying they used that terminology. I was assuming it may have had some fancy hydraulic frame suspension system.
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Mr_Benn
Apr 24, 2024
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@OP, REI is not free shipping. (I think you have to order a minimum of $60.)
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Taint
Apr 24, 2024
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Quote from Selman :
The water bladder being called a hydraulics reservoir sounds so much more badass.

I love Osprey, but $54 is still pretty high on a 18L. I think the Hikelite 18L at $40 was a better deal. I guess it just depends on how much you value the water bladder versus the cool frame on the Hikelite.

https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/fp/876136
I need a new hydration pack, is osprey preferable to camelbak for hiking? Considering this: https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/17399523

(coming from a camelback that had the bladder low on the hips so it didn't put much weight higher in your back, loved the volt)
Apr 24, 2024
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scoobydude
Apr 24, 2024
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Both are quality packs, it just comes down to personal fit. You're better just trying them on to find out.
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GregryS
Apr 25, 2024
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You can never go wrong with osprey... I have one of their maximum allowable carry 46 l "porter"and I use that singular briefcase, backpack etc. More than all my other equipment put together. The build quality is was just incredible. I have this bag as well. It's well made. It's not as good as they used to make them 5 years ago, but hey that was thin and this is now, but I definitely score a quarter 46l. I've traveled over 400,000, mi on the airlines and I've never found a bag that I can stuff in more airplanes than this one... I don't even know if they make the Porter 46 anymore but the one that you have listed up here. I just found it a bit busy with all the zippers and tubes etc. I'm sure there's better day packs but I'm not sure if there's better ones at this price
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Selman
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Quote from Taint :
I need a new hydration pack, is osprey preferable to camelbak for hiking? Considering this: https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/17399523

(coming from a camelback that had the bladder low on the hips so it didn't put much weight higher in your back, loved the volt)
For just carrying water and a snack, I prefer my insulated Camelbak. Puts the water right against the back and I throw some ice cubes in before I head out if it's warm out.

Day bags with a reservoir hold more gear, but the are not as slim feeling as just a 2 or 3L Camelbak.

Different purposes. Usually my wife carries one and I carry the other.

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Zero11
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Any comment on how water resistant this is? Considering it for skiing.
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Quote from Mr_Benn :
@OP, REI is not free shipping. (I think you have to order a minimum of $60.)
You are right, thank you. REI raised the free shipping threshold from $50 to $60 this year. I've corrected my post. Reps to you for your help.
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travel light? freeze at night.
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