My go-to pack - Osprey Kestrel 38 L Mens Backpack

I didn't pick up my Kestral on Campsaver and I'm sorry I didn't given the price this killer pack is being offered at.

I've had a lot of packs and I think this is the best performer of them all. I've beat it up and down for about 6 years and other the water bottle pockets stretching, the stow and go feature snapping (which I never got repaired because I don't really need it) and the typical cosmetic damage that comes with a lot of use, it's still functioning perfectly.
What I like most is that it works for summer day hikes, winter day hikes when you need more gear and overnight trips when I'm just taking the basics. I'd say this pack would be rock solid up to 30 lbs. or so. I've had three other Osprey pack models that I ended up returning due to squeaky frames. No problem with the Kestral though.

You won't go wrong with this one if you're thinking about pulling the trigger. The Kestral line is a winner.

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.