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Best Backpacking Backpacks: Rigid Frames Best Overall: Osprey Exos 48 and Eja 48 Pros Best-in-class load bearing Unparalleled back panel ventilation Removable top lid pocket makes this a good option for those transitioning to a lightweight style Easy-to-use toggle system to adjust the height of the back panel Affordably priced Great warranty Cons Too-tight pockets Fiddly compression straps Report Card Fit: 4.25 Comfort: 4 Load Bearing: 4.25 Packability: 4 Accessibility: 3.5 Value: 5 Key Features Price: $240 Capacity: 48 liters Weight: 2 pounds, 12.7 ounces Mens (Exos) Torso Fit: 17 to 23 inches Womens (Eja) Torso Fit: 13 to 19.5 inches Pockets: Removable top lid pocket, two side stretch pockets, back mesh pocket, two hip belt zip pockets Adjustment Points: Attached hip belt, shoulder straps, load lifters, adjustable back panel, sternum strap Comfortable up to 35 pounds (as reported by the testers) Warranty: Lifetime guarantee Tested in the Goat Rocks Wilderness by Adam Tycaster, Sven Magic Anderson, Alex Robinson, and Diana Helmuth It is extremely tough to make a proper rigid-frame load-bearing backpack that comes in under three pounds, but that is exactly what the Osprey Exos is
However, Im extremely picky and tell the company I can try it out and IF I love it I would be happy to provide a review
Card case or wallet and keys would fit in either
