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One more comment: you didn't say which is the model of your current 33L. I searched on the Osprey website - out of curiosity - and I didn't find any current 33L Osprey model, only 34L.For the past six years, I have used a 33 L Osprey backpack, which has been fine, but it is always fully packed. I thoroughly understand that nature abhors a vacuum, so any available space in a bag generally gets filled up. On my last Camino two years ago, I came across the Osprey XEOS 48, which I discovered from the few people I met with them were incredibly comfortable. I went onto eBay, found the model I wanted, and bought it. I have worn it on a couple of training hikes and find it incredibly comfortable. It sits on the hips perfectly. I am setting off on the 27th of September and plan to walk part of the French onto San Salvador and then onto Primitivo, so it'll be about 40 days. I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to. Plus, are there any pilgrims out there who have this backpack and it can give me some thoughts and feedback
On 2 of 3 Caminos I’ve carried an Osprey Atmos 50, 55 with the top pouch which I don’t use. On my first Camino, the CF, I ended up with extra space as I sent my sleeping bag ahead, it was quite warm in May/June 2017.For the past six years, I have used a 33 L Osprey backpack, which has been fine, but it is always fully packed. I thoroughly understand that nature abhors a vacuum, so any available space in a bag generally gets filled up. On my last Camino two years ago, I came across the Osprey XEOS 48, which I discovered from the few people I met with them were incredibly comfortable. I went onto eBay, found the model I wanted, and bought it. I have worn it on a couple of training hikes and find it incredibly comfortable. It sits on the hips perfectly. I am setting off on the 27th of September and plan to walk part of the French onto San Salvador and then onto Primitivo, so it'll be about 40 days. I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to. Plus, are there any pilgrims out there who have this backpack and it can give me some thoughts and feedback
In general I’d say smaller is better.For the past six years, I have used a 33 L Osprey backpack, which has been fine, but it is always fully packed. I thoroughly understand that nature abhors a vacuum, so any available space in a bag generally gets filled up. On my last Camino two years ago, I came across the Osprey XEOS 48, which I discovered from the few people I met with them were incredibly comfortable. I went onto eBay, found the model I wanted, and bought it. I have worn it on a couple of training hikes and find it incredibly comfortable. It sits on the hips perfectly. I am setting off on the 27th of September and plan to walk part of the French onto San Salvador and then onto Primitivo, so it'll be about 40 days. I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to. Plus, are there any pilgrims out there who have this backpack and it can give me some thoughts and feedback
I have the 48 and like it , it’s nice to have room to put the new T shirt in. You can also buy needed gear in the big towns if neededFor the past six years, I have used a 33 L Osprey backpack, which has been fine, but it is always fully packed. I thoroughly understand that nature abhors a vacuum, so any available space in a bag generally gets filled up. On my last Camino two years ago, I came across the Osprey XEOS 48, which I discovered from the few people I met with them were incredibly comfortable. I went onto eBay, found the model I wanted, and bought it. I have worn it on a couple of training hikes and find it incredibly comfortable. It sits on the hips perfectly. I am setting off on the 27th of September and plan to walk part of the French onto San Salvador and then onto Primitivo, so it'll be about 40 days. I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to. Plus, are there any pilgrims out there who have this backpack and it can give me some thoughts and feedback
If the 48 is the more comfortable than the 33 then take the 48.
Pack everything you would have taken into the 33 then, when it's full, transfer it all to the 48.
Cinch down the compression straps and, voila! no vacuum
I'll be interested in hearing how you like the Flash Air. I bought one last year at an incredibly low price. It was super comfortable fully loaded on a practice walk, but the shoulder straps made an annoying sound when rubbing against the fabric of the main body of the pack, so I didn't take it on this year's Camino. However, on my first day of walking this year it occurred to me that I could make a sleeve out of a different fabric to eliminate the sound, so I will try that and perhaps take it next year.I just bought and have been training with a new REI Flash Air 50, at 1 lb, 13 ounces
How about the Osprey Talon 33? It is 33 L in the L/XL size, but only 31 L in the M/L size.I searched on the Osprey website - out of curiosity - and I didn't find any current 33L Osprey model, only 34L.
Yes that is a considerationIf you plan on using it as a carryon, it may be too big. Normally 9”x14”x21” is acceptable, you can usually get by with a little over, depending on the agent.
The notion of limiting a backpack’s size as a method of controlling urges to pack more stuff is a notion i absolutely DISAGREE with. The volume of a backpack is not the issue; it is a lack of experience and discipline.For the past six years, I have used a 33 L Osprey backpack, which has been fine, but it is always fully packed. I thoroughly understand that nature abhors a vacuum, so any available space in a bag generally gets filled up. On my last Camino two years ago, I came across the Osprey XEOS 48, which I discovered from the few people I met with them were incredibly comfortable. I went onto eBay, found the model I wanted, and bought it. I have worn it on a couple of training hikes and find it incredibly comfortable. It sits on the hips perfectly. I am setting off on the 27th of September and plan to walk part of the French onto San Salvador and then onto Primitivo, so it'll be about 40 days. I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to. Plus, are there any pilgrims out there who have this backpack and it can give me some thoughts and feedback
After walking a couple of times with a Deuter Guide 45+, I walked the CP with the Osprey Levity, a lightweight 65 li pack. While it had worked well on a previous winter walk in England, on the CP my load, which included my CPAP, was a little too heavy for the lightweight harness of the Levity. My CPAP and medications were the only things that I added to the base weight, although I might have carried slightly more food from time to time.I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to.
Good Choice keep her light think of those blisters if the weight is too heavy bigger bag gives more room as long as you dont over populate with trinkets and gifts for people back home i use a 30l but i dont bring much except things i cant find on Camino handyI went with an Osprey that was around 33L due to many recommendations on the 'net, but found that it actually wasn't very comfortable and worse, even after extensive pruning of unnecessary items, getting everything into that pack was an exercise in 3D reasoning that I didn't feel I was up to. (My wife, who spent a couple of years backpacking around Europe in her early life, took one look at my fully-loaded pack and said "You have everything you need and nothing you don't need in there, but packing this thing every morning will make you nuts, and if you need anything out of it in the middle of the day, good luck with that.")
So I went and got a 40L Mystery Ranch. It weighs more for sure, but the load transfer to my hips is superb, and with the extra space, packing it is almost a no-brainer. I'm more than aware enough of my own load limitations (especially on my knees!), so I'm not worried about cramming extra stuff in there until I come home.
Except for the flight back. My wife wants Gin Mare Christmas nougat, which should be in the stores by then. My return flight pack will runneth over, assuming I don't eat it all at Barcelona airport first. ;-)
Its about the journey not the destination bigger pack allows for more room as long as you are disciplined however it was not always the case for me i had added more water and grub to carry which can be heavy anything not required dont bring it try out a few overnight hikes is what i did but the lighter your load makes the feet last longer make sure boots and socks are suitable in Ireland mine were great but difficult on camino and ended up completing in trainers bought in LeonFor the past six years, I have used a 33 L Osprey backpack, which has been fine, but it is always fully packed. I thoroughly understand that nature abhors a vacuum, so any available space in a bag generally gets filled up. On my last Camino two years ago, I came across the Osprey XEOS 48, which I discovered from the few people I met with them were incredibly comfortable. I went onto eBay, found the model I wanted, and bought it. I have worn it on a couple of training hikes and find it incredibly comfortable. It sits on the hips perfectly. I am setting off on the 27th of September and plan to walk part of the French onto San Salvador and then onto Primitivo, so it'll be about 40 days. I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to. Plus, are there any pilgrims out there who have this backpack and it can give me some thoughts and feedback
At 160cms and 49kgs, with my Gregory Zulu 55lt, womens version, I seem to be going against the grain of small packs, but like all things Camino, it's personal preference. Greg fits me perfectly. I limit my Camino stuff to 5kgs and sure, there's free space but with everything in compression bags, nothing rolls around and I pull the straps to their max to bring him in. I'm always carry-on only and he's never been consigned to the hold. We've had so many adventures together and are readying for my next Camino......hmmm, Gregory is just the bestest (it's a word!) partner I've ever had! So, in a nutshell, go with what's comfortable and makes you happy. Buen CaminoFor the past six years, I have used a 33 L Osprey backpack, which has been fine, but it is always fully packed. I thoroughly understand that nature abhors a vacuum, so any available space in a bag generally gets filled up. On my last Camino two years ago, I came across the Osprey XEOS 48, which I discovered from the few people I met with them were incredibly comfortable. I went onto eBay, found the model I wanted, and bought it. I have worn it on a couple of training hikes and find it incredibly comfortable. It sits on the hips perfectly. I am setting off on the 27th of September and plan to walk part of the French onto San Salvador and then onto Primitivo, so it'll be about 40 days. I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to. Plus, are there any pilgrims out there who have this backpack and it can give me some thoughts and feedback
What do you mean “vacuum “. Yes I’m a newbieFor the past six years, I have used a 33 L Osprey backpack, which has been fine, but it is always fully packed. I thoroughly understand that nature abhors a vacuum, so any available space in a bag generally gets filled up. On my last Camino two years ago, I came across the Osprey XEOS 48, which I discovered from the few people I met with them were incredibly comfortable. I went onto eBay, found the model I wanted, and bought it. I have worn it on a couple of training hikes and find it incredibly comfortable. It sits on the hips perfectly. I am setting off on the 27th of September and plan to walk part of the French onto San Salvador and then onto Primitivo, so it'll be about 40 days. I wonder if anyone has any experience of going to a larger backpack and if that resulted in them adding weight they had not intended to. Plus, are there any pilgrims out there who have this backpack and it can give me some thoughts and feedback
So to fill or. It to fill that is the question
Carried one twice on CF in warm weather, I love it, room for everything I need. I'm 5'10" tall, and the L/XL fits fineHow about the Osprey Talon 33? It is 33 L in the L/XL size, but only 31 L in the M/L size.
I just bought the REI Flash Air 50 as well. Hard to beat it for weight or comfort. Right at 1 lb 15 oz.I'll be interested in hearing how you like the Flash Air. I bought one last year at an incredibly low price. It was super comfortable fully loaded on a practice walk, but the shoulder straps made an annoying sound when rubbing against the fabric of the main body of the pack, so I didn't take it on this year's Camino. However, on my first day of walking this year it occurred to me that I could make a sleeve out of a different fabric to eliminate the sound, so I will try that and perhaps take it next year.
This is a common view in this forum. I have never understood it.I know if I get a larger one that I will just stuff more things into it.
I suppose a larger pack would provide space for a Nespresso* machine thus killing two addictions with one stone?This is a common view in this forum. I have never understood it.
Is this a behaviour tenuously related to addiction? Perhaps there is a better word?
"A persistent and intense urge to complete ( =eg fill ) things."
Maybe. My priority is having a battery operated massage gun in my pack as massage therapists are harder to find than open bars, noting that both are essential for my well-being during a Camino.I suppose a larger pack would provide space for a Nespresso* machine
Me too! 140g of nerve tingling bliss, wonderful aren't they?Maybe. My priority is having a battery operated massage gun in my pack as massage therapists are harder to find than open bars, noting that both are essential for my well-being during a Camino.
What massage gun do you have that weighs only 140g?Me too! 140g of nerve tingling bliss, wonderful aren't they?
@Sirage that is my personal opinion which i am entitled to have. I don’t really care what other people do with a larger backpack, that is up to them.This is a common view in this forum. I have never understood it.
Is this a behaviour tenuously related to addiction? Perhaps there is a better word?
"A persistent and intense urge to complete ( =eg fill ) things."
It's an older version of this one: Sanitas - made in Germany. Not so much a gun as a tens/ems/massager. Bought originally for lower back pain, now used for my dodgy left knee and for shoulder massage to keep carpal tunnel syndrome at bay - oh the joys of aging!What massage gun do you have that weighs only 140g?
Thanks. Those a completely different from a massage gun though.It's an older version of this one: Sanitas - made in Germany. Not so much a gun as a tens/ems/massager. Bought originally for lower back pain, now used for my dodgy left knee and for shoulder massage to keep carpal tunnel syndrome at bay - oh the joys of aging!
These are good too Pain Gone Pen for localised muscle pain and have the advantage of being able to be used through light clothing - 44g no batteries required.
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