Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack vs Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack and the Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack is that the Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack has Rear Loading Straps (Yes) while the Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack does not.

Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack Front View
Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack
Category Backpacking Womens
Sub Category Mens Hiking
Capacity (L) 58L 9L
Dimensions (in) 31.5 x16.14 x 14.57 18.5 x 10.63 x 7.87
Weight (lb) 2.7 1.8
Fabric 100D High Tenacity Nylon 100D x 210D Wave Check High-tenacity Nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 4, 2015 January 6, 2017
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $250 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Exoform 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 Exoform hipbelt Biostretch hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket and 2 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 Ice axe attachment with bungee tie-off, accessory cord attachment points, and Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment 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
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel 3D-tensioned breathable mesh backpanel with side ventilation AirScape back panel
Load Lifters Yes Yes
Internal / External Frame 4mm Lightwire alloy internal frame Injection-molded AirScape framesheet
Ventilated Back Yes
Adjustable Length Torso Harness system easily adjusts to fit various torso lengths
Hip Belt Pockets 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 Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack by Osprey against the Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Mens features while Osprey 's Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack is a Womens backpack with Hiking features.

The Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack has a capacity of 58L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 31.5 x16.14 x 14.57. It's made of 100D High Tenacity Nylon and is available in 2 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.