Osprey Women's Ariel 55 Ceramic Blue

ARIEL5560-BLUE

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 AirScapeTM 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

CUSTOM FIT-ON-THE-FLY SHOULDER STRAP

• Custom Fit-on-the-Fly Shoulder Straps allow for a precise shoulder wrap and fit
• Spacer mesh fabric provides a soft and comfortable contact surface

CUSTOM FIT-ON-THE-FLY HIPBELT

• Extendible Custom Fit-on-the-Fly Hipbelt offers a precise fit for varying waist sizes
• Incremental length and angle adjustments allow for a fine-tuned fit
• Crossbody ErgoPull hipbelt pulls weight into lumbar when hipbelt is tightened

ENHANCED LOAD TRANSFER

• The Custom Fit-on-the-Fly Hipbelt integrates the LightWire frame into the adjustment system—creating a better distribution of weight and, in turn, a better carry

SPECS

LOAD RANGE 14 - 27 KG

FABRIC

MAIN: bluesign®-approved 420HD nylon packcloth, PFC-free DWR

ACCENT: bluesign®-approved 210D nylon Diamond, PFC-free DWR

BOTTOM: bluesign®-approved 420HD nylon packcloth, PFC-free DWR