Osprey Aura AG 65 Womens Backpacking Backpack vs Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Aura AG 65 Womens Backpacking Backpack and the Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack is that the Aura AG 65 Womens Backpacking Backpack has Stowable Straps (Removable sleeping pad straps) while the Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack does not.

Osprey Aura AG 65 Womens Backpacking Backpack Side View
Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Aura AG 65 Womens Backpacking Backpack Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack
Category Womens Womens
Sub Category Backpacking Hiking
Capacity (L) 64L 9L
Dimensions (in) 33.46 x 14.96 x 15.75 18.5 x 10.63 x 7.87
Weight (lb) 4.4 1.8
Fabric 100D X 630D Nylon Dobby 100D x 210D Wave Check High-tenacity Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2015 January 6, 2017
Rating 4.9 4.7
Price Under $75 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Biostretch shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with integrated safety whistle Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Fit-on-the-Fly hipbelt with pockets Biostretch hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket and 2 stretch mesh side pockets Top panel zippered slash pocket, expandable stretch mesh harness pocket and side stretch mesh pockets
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket with key clip
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Web attachment points, dual ice tool loops, Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment, integrated FlapJacket Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment, LidLock bike helmet attachment, adjustable bungee, and blinker light attachment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable sleeping pad straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Innovative AntiGravity suspension AirScape back panel
Load Lifters Yes Yes
Internal / External Frame LightWire-tensioned, full peripheral frame comfortably transfers pack load Injection-molded AirScape framesheet
Ventilated Back Yes
Adjustable Length Torso Harness system easily adjusts to fit various torso lengths
Hip Belt Pockets Yes Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Aura AG 65 Womens Backpacking Backpack by Osprey against the Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Aura AG 65 Womens Backpacking Backpack is a Womens backpack with Backpacking features while Osprey 's Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack is a Womens backpack with Hiking features.

The Osprey Aura AG 65 Womens Backpacking Backpack has a capacity of 64L (liters), weighs 4.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 33.46 x 14.96 x 15.75. It's made of 100D X 630D Nylon Dobby and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack's capacity is 9L with a size of 18.5 x 10.63 x 7.87 inches. Constructed from 100D x 210D Wave Check High-tenacity Nylon it weighs 1.8 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.