| Super pack 
by Robert Bonadonna
Pack is very adaptable to changing loads over the course of an extended backpacking trip. I would recommend it to serious backpacker who are concerned about weight.
LOVED IT
by PM Dal
I got this pack primarily for use rock climbing. Did some homework and found Osprey had an excellent reputation and tried some on in stores (this pack was not available in stores I went to) and I liked the suspension and back air-mesh. I got a medium size and right away found that the hip belt had to be cinched down all the way to fit my waist (about size 31). Still it fit and after making a few adjustments to the shoulder straps I'd say it was a perfect fit.
The thing I was looking for in a pack was one that I could access very easily. For example if I wanted to just access my climbing rope or just my rack I could open the pack at either end. Also the two could be separated. The sleeping bag compartment accomplishes this. With rope rack water layers and food my pack weighed in close to 40 pounds.
The suspension provided by Osprey gave me no problems carrying the weight. I got the pack just before a trip to Yosemite and didn't bother with the "custom molding" hip belt since I thought it fit just fine. Can't imagine how the fit could improve. Very comfortable and there's many adjustment possibilities. I haven't looked in to it but wondered if you got the belt custom molded - what if your waist shape changed?
During my trip the longest hike I did was about 1 1/2 hours but it was pretty steep and hot. The pack was fully loaded and I had no problems. I also climbed with the pack on (3 pitch). Initially my climbing helmet kept bumping in to the pack when I looked up but I just loosened the top straps used to pull the pack snug to your shoulders and the problem went away. When climbing with the pack most of the stuff typically on the inside was on the outside. Again no problem because of the many straps on the pack that you can use to cinch it down.
I took off the top pouch and used the hip belt as it says you can for short hikes. The top pouch is large enough to hold my 100 oz. Camelbak a small first aid kit and other odds & ends with MUCH room left over. I was surprised at how comfortable it was. Removing the hip belt isn't all that bad but you have to dig between the belt and pack to separate the Velcro. I don't know another way for them to design it so I guess it has to be that way. The feature worked out great.
If there's any drawbacks to this pack it might be the weight. But that's a non issue for me. I wanted something more sturdy and these materials do the trick. The compartments separate my rope rack clothing layers first aid stuff maps/books lights etc. very well. It's one of the few packs that I found I can reach the two exterior lower side pockets without removing the pack because of the holes.
The only other possible improvement that I could think of was if they did like Camelbak and created a separate access for the hydration system. As it is you have to access the hydration through the top and if the pack is really full it could be inconvenient and you might have to remove some stuff. But as far as I know most if not all packs that offer a hydration pouch are designed this way (again with the exception of Camelbak).
The pack is slightly large for my needs but again I wanted the organization options and couldn't find it in any other packs except the Cerro Torre 47L. That pack was slightly too small for my needs and wouldn't work in colder conditions because I wouldn't be able to bring along too many layers.
This is the best pack I've ever owned and I'm looking forward to having it burried with me.
excellent
by Anonymous
hiked ~ 5000 ft(9000 - 14000ft) in Bolivia on first use of pack without having belt custom molded. Was able to adjust pack for extreme comfort.
I would recommend highly.
Comfortable!
by Adobo
I have an Osprey Atmos 50 backpack for one to three nighters but I could not get my big bear canister inside. The Aether 70 can hold the bigger bear canister and is the pack I use when I'm gone for 3 to 6 nights and I need to carry a big bear canister. I used this pack for a 6 nighter in Emigrant Wilderness this last July and was very pleased with how it handled and the weight it carried (45lbs)... a very comfortable pack
Wow, what a great pack
by Chris Gray
I was really impressed with how it fit to my body. There are lighter packs but I feel that because this is such a good fit some of the weight hides itself in comfort. The materials used are burly. I like the stretch pocket to store wet stuff. Solid hipbelt and suspension system. Great price especially on sale.
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