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 AirScape™ 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
