| End Use | Outdoor, travel, everyday use | Outdoor, travel, everyday use |
|---|---|---|
| Size | S/M | M/L |
| Bag Style | Backpack | Backpack |
| Frame Type | Lightwire Frame | Lightwire Frame |
| Gear Capacity (L) | 30 L | 32 L |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 1831 cu. in. | 1953 cu. in. |
| Weight | 2.183 LBS. | 2.315 LBS. |
| Materials | 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow, 500D Nylon Packcloth | 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow, 500D Nylon Packcloth |
| Pack Access | Top lid | Top lid |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 5 | 5 |
| Hipbelt | Yes | Yes |
| Raincover Included | Yes | Yes |
| Reservoir compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 22.44H X 13.39W X 10.83D IN. | 24.41H X 13.39W X 10.83D IN. |
REVIEWS
19 Reviews
Andrew
Bought this as a replacement for a well used previous version of the 32 Hikelite. Very disappointed. The loss of a lid, drawstring and inner pocket are unfathomable. Everything falls out when you open the main compartment. They seem to have turned a great sack into a not very good one.
Kay J.
Oscar and I (yes, he deserves a name and no, I've never named my packs before) have just done a two-day 30 mile hike. He easily accommodated my wet weather and overnight gear. The waist strap held the pack securely and I love the lack of other straps. Leaves the pack looking and feeling tidy and fit for purpose, which it is! I expect Oscar and I be together for a long time and through many adventures.
Natasha C.
Ideal size, not fussed on the top, if anything in the top pocket it collapses the bag down, prefer the hikelite26 which has a different top and the is not an issue
Lorna B.
Rucksacks/day packs etc are all excellent particularly because they are framed so allow ventilation across your back plus proper distribution of weight onto your hips - superb products
David J.
This is a great pack for long winter dayhikes when you need to carry extra layers.
Sarah H.
Great for adventures. Excellent quality and really comfy.
Roi S.
Although it feels good on the back, the bag has a few flaws that make it hard using it. The side straps are located too low and pushes items out of the side mesh pockets instead of holding them. The single opening from the top is not ideal and items are hard to reach. The difference in volume of 4 liters between the s/m size and L size is confusing when the model called hikelite 32, and is very significant.
Gregg G.
Seems to be a great pack. I made a mistake in ordering the 32 liter pack, though. Not large enough for El Camino for me. I should have ordered a 40 liter. C'est dommage. I'll use the one I bought in 2010 for my first camino. Just needs some tape where there is a small rip. All good.
William F.
I was looking for a good day pack, for a trip up to Washington state. I love osprey packs. The quality of their products are always five stars. The price for this quality is amazing. Thanks to all of the people from osprey.
Tara W.
I love the rucksack, however the waistband straps and the chest straps are way too long. I'm 5ft 5 inches tall and bought a small frame size.
Clay D.
only a 4 star because I have not yet used the pack yet. I am a long time Osprey backpack guy but most excited about the Hikelite due to the vent between the pack and my back to keep things a little cooler with air flow. It appears to be a solid quality pack that you expect from Osprey.
Maximilian S.
Nice fit and very lightweight, but the shape and interior space are not as expected. It feels much smaller than 30L, and due to it's odd, highly curved space, very hard to fit anything here that's not a small item.
David O.
Still getting used to it, like the many pockets and compartments and the large main area which holds so much. The adjustable straps allow one to adjust the pack to their body. Great pack.
Josh S.
Love this pack. Very comfortable and lightweight. Perfect size and the full zip top makes things easily accessible.
Anna T.
Loved my Osprey Hikelite 32. I carried it on The Camino in Portugal and Spain. Perfect size and fit. I can’t say enough good things about it! The pockets , the rain cover, how easy it was to size. Love love love it.
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