Osprey daylite plus6/23/2023 However, the Hikelite offers a slightly more comfortable fit for longer stretches on the trail and is slightly more technical in terms of pack features. Daylite Packs (Photo/Mary Murphy)īoth Osprey’s Daylite and Hikelite daypacks have sternum straps and removable hipbelt straps, a hydration reservoir, side pockets, compression straps, and a zippered main compartment. Features: AirSpeed ventilated back panel, side compression straps, side mesh pockets, external zip pocket, trekking pole attachment, removable hipbelt, safety whistle.Straps: Padded shoulder straps, sternum strap, hipbelt.Materials: 100-denier nylon diamond fabric on main, 500-denier nylon packcloth on base of pack.Why? Its ratio of volume to technical features to price is stellar for those who want a versatile, take-anywhere pack. However, compared to other Osprey models and daypack variations, the Osprey Hikelite 18L is up there as one of my top two favorites. I won’t say this Hikelite is the “goldilocks” of packs - there are far too many packs on market for this to be the perfect one. Osprey Hikelite 18L Daypack Review The highly breathable, ventilated AirSpeed back panel (photo/Mary Murphy) The ventilation and breathability are better than other Osprey daypack options - so if comfort is of high importance, the Hikelite should top your list. We’ve had ours in testing for months, and the size, pocket placement, and overall durability all stood out to us. In short: The Hikelite 18 ($95) is a stellar option (under $100!) if you’re looking for a do-all, catch-all daypack that also has a few technical features. Osprey’s aim with the Hikelite series is to create an “unassuming” and versatile pack - one with enough technical features to support double-digit day hikes, and enough comfort to support general, everyday wear. It takes something special to stand out in such a crowded category, and while the Hikelite 18L daypack isn’t breaking any new technical ground, Osprey has honed in on a near-perfect all-around daypack. In fact, it’s one of the largest categories of gear I’ve tested for GearJunkie. There’s no shortage of technical daypacks out there. With technical design and a few extra components added, the Osprey Hikelite 18L pack challenges the brand’s old fan favorite, the Daylite daypack.
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