The Osprey Viper 13 is the largest of the Viper Series with 800 cubic inches of storage capacity, a decent amount for sure. It’s big enough for many day-long rides yet small enough to be considered a marathon pack. With the proven 3L large mouth Hydraform bladder you get one of the best bladders on the market plus key compartments to help you organize your gear. The large hose and decent bite valve on the included bladder both work great and the reservoir didn’t leak on me. The bladder, which I can’t rave about enough, works, fits, and cleans well. The molded form ensures that even if filled to the brim with water, you don’t feel like there’s a salami on your back.

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Singletracks.com Viper, Viper 13

Osprey continues to offer more choices for cyclists in their expanding selection of hydration packs. New for 2011 are the Viper and Verve line. With four sizes each, from the 250 cubic inch ‘4′ to the 800 cubic inch ‘13′, the Verve is unique in that it is aimed at the lady riders among us. Both the Verve and the Vipers are priced a bit more modestly than the Raptor line of packs, but have a strong family resemblance.

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TheCyclistSite.com Verve, Viper

Interbike Vendor Spotlight : Osprey

Osprey has been selling hydration packs for some time now, but 2010 sees significant growth in their cycling line. Spring/Summer 2011 will see a new line of commuter packs as well as an expansion of their Hydraulics™ collection. They now offer something for every kind of cyclist, from the casual commuter to the hardcore mountain biker.

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Bike World News Bike Commuter Packs, biking, interbike, Metron, Momentum, Verve, Viper

Osprey Packs — There’s lot of competition in the casual wear and hydration pack market, but the 36-year-old independent Colorado company stands out. Its offerings are diverse, functional to fashion-oriented, high quality and with color options unmatched.

Osprey’s new spring 2011 line is the pack for everyday use or for the avid commuter called the Momentum. It has 14 features, including a raincover, reflective print front panel and well-designed cluster of pockets, organizers and zippered compartments.

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Versus.com backpack, Bike Commuter Packs, Flap Jack, Flap Jill Pack, Momentum, Viper

Osprey is debuting some amazing new packs to hit the stores Spring 2011. If you’re a bike commuter, keep your eyes out for two great new packs designed with you in mind: the Momentum and the Metron.

The Momentum is weather resistant, hydration compatible and laptop friendly. It has a high-visibility reflective graphic to ensure cars see you, an integrated rain cover and a LidLock™ helmet attachment. A few other features include a blinky patch and a U-lock pocket. Side “briefcase” handles easily transition the pack from the bike rack to the office.

Deliverying a more streetwise look to bike commuting, the Metron has a high-visibility raincover that deploys on the fly to keep your gear dry, padded laptop sleeve, smartphone pocket on the shoulder strap, internal organization for mp3 players, pens, and a LidLock™ helmet attachment.

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Examiner, Internet Press Hits Hornet, Metro, Momentum, Sirrus, Verve, Viper