This pack is a great addition to any trail running and mountain biking gear collection. It’s a minimalist pack that’s just big enough to carry a two-liter reservoir, a spare tire, bike tools, a Clif Bar, cell phone, an extra layer, or, in my case, bear spray.
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Osprey Raptor 6: The Osprey Raptor 6 just looks badass, and let’s admit it, that’s half the fun. Streamlined, and more durable than the rest of the systems I tested, the Raptor 6 boasts a clever magnetic clip to keep the 180-degree bite valve in place, as well as sleeves for bike tools and room for a shell. While I found the Raptor 6 a bit sturdy for trail running, it was perfect for hiking and tearing up the singletrack on a mountain bike. Brownie Points: I left the Raptor 6 in a hot car for 24 hours and was surprised to find the two-liter reservoir had kept my water as ice cold as when I had filled it.
The Osprey Raptor 6 is a hydration pack with wings – or at least it feels that way. This sleek pack swallows 2L of water and a surprising amount of gear without harshing your ride. In fact it might just be the most comfortable hydration pack we’ve ever tested.
Osprey has made a name for itself over the years for producing high quality packs for multi-day hiking and camping trips and that experience shows in the Raptor 6, one of the first bike-specific packs from the company. Osprey spent 3 years and rolled through 100 prototypes before releasing the 2010 Raptor series. The hydration pack is covered in a reflective, rip-stop material with mesh venting in the back to keep you cool on hot rides. Stretchy material on the waist straps provides additional comfort while the same material is used on the outside front pocket for expandable storage. The strapping system is intuitive and makes it quick and easy to get a customized fit.
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Adventure.NationalGeographic.com follows up post print issue hitting the news stands with an online feature, check it out here.
Congratulations! The new and innovative Hydraulic Series Makes it’s first big debut in National Geographic Adventure, with the Raptor 6 landing it’s respected place in the Yearly Best of Adventure Issue. To read more and see it in all it’s glory, click here.
