kestrel 38
KESTREL 38 UNIQUE FEATURES
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Kestrel 38 Weight S/M 3LB 7OZ / 1.57KG M/L 3LB 11OZ / 1.68KG
Capacity S/M 2200CU.IN. / 36L M/L 2300CU.IN. / 38L
kestrel 28
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The Kestrel 38 is a top loading pack with a fixed top pocket featuring the AirScape backpanel and spring steel framing system. 1 Fixed, dual compartment top pocket with under-lid mesh pocket 2 Removable sleeping pad straps 3 Zippered bottom access 4 Mesh covered die-cut slotted EVA foam hipbelt
kestrel series owner’s manual kestrel 32
Congratulations on your purchase of an Osprey Kestrel Series pack. Our obsession with detail rewards you with a truly full-featured pack and we want to be sure that you can understand and utilize your pack completely. Here’s a full tour of your pack – top to bottom.
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KESTREL 32 UNIQUE FEATURES The Kestrel 32 is a panel loading pack featuring the AirScape backpanel and spring steel framing system.
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1 Top slash pocket 2 Dual zippered panel loading access 3 Fabric mesh hipbelt
KESTREL 28 UNIQUE FEATURES The Kestrel 28 is a top loading pack with a fixed top pocket featuring the AirScape backpanel. 1 Fixed single compartment top pocket with underlid mesh pocket 2 HDPE headrail
Kestrel 32 Weight S/M 2LB 13OZ / 1.29KG M/L 3LB 1OZ / 1.40KG
Capacity S/M 1800 / 30 M/L 2000CU.IN. / 32L CU.IN.
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L IFETIME WARRANT Y The Osprey Packs Lifetime Warranty covers defects in materials and craftsmanship for the lifetime of the backpack. Please visit our web site, www.ospreypacks.com, for complete warranty information.
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Kestrel 28 Weight S/M 2LB 13OZ / 1.29KG M/L 3LB 1OZ / 1.38KG
Capacity S/M 1600CU.IN. / 26L M/L 1700CU.IN. / 28L
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sternum strap
38L and 32L) feature a full, internal 4MM powder coated spring steel peripheral rod frame for supreme carry and performance.
A IR S CAPE B ACKPANEL Every Kestrel pack features the AirScape backpanel – a mesh covered 5MM ridge molded foam backpanel providing excellent ventilation, comfort and load support.
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T ORSO A DJUSTABLE H ARNESS Every Kestrel pack features two torso adjustable sizes providing exceptional fit and adjustability. To adjust torso sizing: A Loosen load lifter straps at top of harness, B locate arrow icon and slide a hand between backpanel and harness to separate the hook and loop closure, C slide harness into position using arrows as a guide, D press firmly to re-engage closure.
A DJUSTABLE S TERNUM S TRAP All Kestrel packs offer three-position sternum strap adjustability. To adjust, rotate oval sternum buckle A into horizontal position and push through opening. Reverse to insert into desired opening and return tab to vertical position. Repeat on opposing strap.
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REVERSE STRAIGHTJACKET COMPRESSION SYSTEM
H IPBELT W EBBING S TRAP R ETENTION All Kestrel hipbelts have a sewn-on elastic strap near the buckle which is a strap keeper system for excess hipbelt webbing. Fold and tuck extra webbing through the loop as needed.
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This reverse strap system A serves a dual purpose allowing you to compress loads for a better, more balanced carry while providing retention straps for versatile side carry options. Compression can be engaged across the front of the pack using opposing female buckles to compress partial loads and secure unusual items such as snowshoes etc.
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E XTERNAL H YDRATION C OMPARTMENT Located between the harness and main body on the backpanel is an exterior access hydration compartment. A Locate the H2O icon and loosen load lifter straps. B Place reservoir in the compartment using sewn-in hanger to hold upright. C Route the hose through the elastic routers on the left or right harness as preferred.
ZIPPERED HIPBELT POCKETS
raincover
All Kestrel packs feature hipbelt pockets with articulated, zippered openings for easy one-hand usage and convenient storage of needed items.
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P OCKETS The Kestrel Series features front and side nylon spun mesh pockets for added capacity and convenience.
INTEGRATED RAINCOVER
stow on the go™
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Every Osprey Kestrel pack comes with an integrated, removable raincover. To operate, A locate raincover icon near the base of the pack and unzip raincover compartment, pull raincover from compartment and slip over top and bottom of pack; B tension into place using the cord lock at the bottom of the raincover. Reverse this process to return raincover to compartment. Note: To remove the raincover, entirely undo the webbing which attaches to the cord loop.
Working in conjunction with dual ice ax loops, these pass-through style bungee cords can be slid into any of four positions and secured using a hook and loop system. The clove-hitch style bungee allows you to loop handles or poles quickly, a cord lock tightens or loosens the loop.
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STOW ON THE GO ATTACHMENT SYSTEM
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Your Osprey Kestrel Series pack comes with a Stow On The Go™ trekking pole attachment system designed to conveniently stow your poles when not in use. To operate: shorten trekking poles to a safe, manageable size, A locate the elasticized cord loop spanning the side pocket on the left side of pack then pull loop away from the side pocket and insert the basket end of your poles. B On the left harness strap locate the trekking pole icon, C engage the cord lock beneath the hypalon patch with your thumb and forefinger and pull up on the cord to open, place pole handles in the loop and tighten with the cord lock to secure. Reverse to remove.
spun mesh pockets
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hipbelt pockets
kestrel 48
The Kestrel 48 is a top loading pack with a fixed top pocket featuring the AirScape backpanel and spring steel framing system. 1 Fixed, dual compartment top pocket with underlid mesh pocket 2 Zippered bottom access 3 Removable sleeping pad straps 4 Vertical zippered dual side pockets 5 Mesh covered die-cut slotted EVA foam hipbelt with zippered pockets
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KESTREL KEY FABRICS • 420D Nylon Pack Cloth • 210D x 330D Nylon Shadow Box • Nylon Spun Mesh
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tool attachment Kestrel 48 Weight S/M 3LB 14OZ / 1.77KG M/L 4LB 2OZ / 1.87KG
Capacity S/M 2800CU.IN. / 46L M/L 2900CU.IN. / 48L