OspreyManta 34L Men's Hiking Backpack with Hydraulics Reservoir, Oak Leaf Orange, One SizeBluesignBluesignBluesign

I have the Manta 34 (love the Oak Leaf Orange color) and have really enjoyed using it the last nine months. It is definitely a pack that I recommend for longer day hikes or four season adventures. It could be used for some hut-to-hut backpacking trips or very lightweight overnights, but probably too small for multiple overnight excursions or lack of ultralight gear (never tried TBH).Regarding the very similar Osprey Stratos, I compared the feature differences of the Manta with the Stratos (both are great options). In the end I wanted the full zip admin compartment with the stretchy stuff pocket and the water bottle pockets being accessible w/o removing the pack.Something future buyers may be interested, you can easily stow the Manta in an overhead bin when you’re flying. Unfortunately, it’s a little too long to go under the seat.The only complaint I have is the side hip pockets are a pain to close with one-hand, it’s not a deal breaker IMHO, but something to consider. I really don’t use them as a result, or put things in them that I don’t need when hiking (yes, I acknowledge that does defeat the purpose).Also, I have noticed a slight squeak when I wear it, but I also have an Osprey Atmos 65 AG that does that as well and it doesn’t bother me. What is important to me is the fit and comfort of the pack, which this does well.Finally, while the 34L seems like a lot, the pack comes with compression straps to cinch it down pretty good for those hikes you don’t need to carry as much. I debated going with the smaller 24L but glad I chose the 34L.

For over 35 years I’ve hiked all over the world. My typical go-to packs have been the Osprey Talon 22 and the Kelty Redwing, with the Osprey Stratos 24 thrown into the mix. Recently I bought the Manta 24 and went on a 5-day hiking vacation to Scotland that included Arthur’s Seat summit and going to the very top of The Storr. I have to say for me, the Manta is one of the most comfortable packs I have ever used! The Manta 24 is a bit roomier than the Stratos 24 as well, due to its design, even though technically the two packs are the same size.

I wore this on a hike to Havasupai. Osprey is the best for hiking. I tried a smaller version and the back support was not nearly as good as this one. Lots of pockets and great since it has the water pouch including as well as a designated area for it. As comfortable as it can get and the space between the back support and bag keeps you cooler.

Love it

You know I own mystery ranch bags, gregory and ospreys. I have to say I always run back to the manta. I have had the 24l for over a year of outdoor abuse,it's perfect. I just want alittle more room sometimes, and the orange color is freakin siiiiiccckkk. the shoulder strap are not wide and that's a plus in my book. I plan on using the 34 liter for traveling the weekends. The 24 is my daily

Over all pack is nice but when unzipping the pockets on the hip you can not zip them back up while wearing the pack. This is an inconvenience

Better value if it could be purchased without the hydration bladder