Osprey ATMOS AG Series - User Manual

ATMOS AG
™
65 ATMOS AG
™
50
ospreypacks.com
OWNER'S MANUAL
Welcome to Osprey. We pride ourselves on creating the most functional,
durable and innovative carrying product for your adventures. Please refer to
this owner’s manual for information on product features, use, maintenance,
customer service and warranty.
S18 - UPDATED 12/17
ATMOS/AURA AG
TM
SERIES
AURA AG
™
65
AURA AG
™
50

Summary

OVERVIEW

SHARED FEATURES

Details common features across models, including attachment points and pockets.

FABRIC

Lists the materials used for the main, accent, and bottom sections of the packs.

SUSPENSION

ANTI-GRAVITY COMPONENTS

Details the suspension system, backpanel, harness, and hipbelt.

MODIFIED ERGOPULL HIPBELT

Explains the design for cinching the hipbelt for a secure and even fit.

SIZING; FIT

MENS AND WOMENS SIZING

Provides size charts for men and women based on torso length.

WOMENS SPECIFIC FIT

Highlights design elements tailored for women's body shapes for better fit and movement.

HARNESS SIZING AND FIT

Guides on how to properly size and fit the harness and sternum strap.

ADJUSTING HARNESS

ADJUSTING HARNESS

Step-by-step instructions for adjusting the harness straps for optimal load distribution.

FIT-ON-THE-FLY HIPBELT

Instructions on adjusting the hipbelt padding for a customized and comfortable fit.

FEATURE DETAILS

TOP POCKET AND FLAPJACKET

Details the removable top pocket and the integrated cover for lidless use.

COMPRESSION STRAPS

Explains dual upper/lower side compression straps and the internal compression strap.

SLEEPING BAG COMPARTMENT

Describes the lower zippered compartment with a removable divider for sleeping bag storage.

ADDITIONAL FEATURE DETAILS

RESERVOIR SLEEVE AND ICE TOOL LOOPS

Covers the internal reservoir sleeve and dual ice tool loops with bungee tie-offs.

TREKKING POLE AND PAD STRAPS

Details trekking pole attachment and removable sleeping pad straps.

VARIOUS POCKETS AND STRAPS

Details mesh side pockets, zippered top/hipbelt pockets, and sternum strap with whistle.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Suspension System
4. Adjusting the Harness
5. Adjusting the Fit-on-the-Fly™ Hipbelt
6. Loading and Wearing
7. Storage and Organization
8. Women's Specific Fit
9. Maintenance Features

The Osprey Atmos/Aura AG™ Series is a line of backpacks designed for adventurers, prioritizing functionality, durability, and innovation. These packs are engineered to provide a comfortable and stable carrying experience for various outdoor activities.

Function Description:

The Atmos/Aura AG™ Series backpacks are designed to efficiently carry gear for extended adventures. Their primary function is to distribute pack load comfortably and securely across the user's body, minimizing strain and maximizing mobility. The Anti-Gravity™ (AG) suspension system is central to this, featuring a continuous panel of lightweight mesh that extends from the top of the backpanel to the hipbelt. This seamless structure automatically contours to the body, providing an outstanding fit and unrestricted movement. The packs are equipped with multiple compartments and attachment points to organize and secure various types of gear, from sleeping bags and pads to trekking poles and ice tools.

Usage Features:

Suspension System:

• Anti-Gravity™ Suspension: Features a LightWire™-tensioned full peripheral frame that comfortably transfers the pack load.
• Anti-Gravity™ Backpanel: A top-to-bottom suspended mesh wraps around the shoulders, back, and hips, ensuring a fully integrated backpanel fit.
• Anti-Gravity™ Mesh Harness: An adjustable suspended harness with a structural load lifter bar enhances load transfer and comfort.
• Anti-Gravity™ Hipbelt: A suspended mesh hip wrap aids in load transfer and comfort. The adjustable Fit-on-the-Fly™ hipbelt allows for quick and precise adjustments.

Adjusting the Harness:

To adjust the harness, first completely loosen the pack's load lifters and harness straps. Locate the harness adjustment cams on both sides behind the fabric wing where the yoke wraps around the edges of the backpanel. Push both cams down simultaneously with your thumbs from the top of the harness attachment point to open and release them. While pushing down, use your index and middle fingers to grab the lower portion of the fabric wing in front of the cams. With the cams released, slide both sides of the harness up or down to your desired torso fit location and then release the cams. Ensure the cams are lined up at the same height by comparing their position with the line markings printed on the backpanel behind the suspended mesh. If uneven, release and adjust one side to match the other.

Adjusting the Fit-on-the-Fly™ Hipbelt:

The Fit-on-the-Fly™ hipbelt pad extends up to 6 inches (15 cm) to accommodate different hip sizes and provide a custom fit. To adjust, locate the adjustment icon on the hipbelt and slide a hand between the fixed hipbelt and the adjustable pad to separate the hook and loop closure. Slide the adjustable pad into position so that it wraps around your hipbones. Press firmly to re-engage the hook and loop closure. Extend the pads the same distance on both hipbelt wings so the pack weight is distributed evenly. Once adjusted, clip the hipbelt buckle across your hipbones and tighten.

Loading and Wearing:

Load the pack with 10-20 lbs (4-9 kg) of gear. Put on the pack, ensuring the hipbelt is centered and resting over the user's hipbones, with the hipbelt padding sitting half above and half below the hipbone. Buckle the hipbelt and tighten the hipbelt straps. Tighten the shoulder harness straps by pulling them down and back. Adjust and buckle the sternum strap 2 inches (5 cm) below the collarbone. Tighten the load lifters to transfer weight off the shoulders. The harness yoke should be 2 inches (5 cm) below the C7 vertebra (the bone that protrudes at the base of the neck when tilting the head down).

Storage and Organization:

• Floating (Removable) Top Pocket with Web-Attachment Points: The top lid is removable for trips requiring less gear or to save weight. To remove, unbuckle the front retention straps, locate and unclip the buckles next to the load lifter triglides, and unthread the male buckle piece through the web loop. Reattach by reversing these steps.
• Integrated FlapJacket™ Cover for Lidless Use: When using the pack without the top lid, unfold the FlapJacket™ buckles and attach them to the front vertical compression straps.
• Dual Upper and Lower Side Compression Straps: These straps feature quick-release buckles to compress and stabilize loads for optimal carry and can be used to secure items to the side of the pack.
• Internal Compression Strap: Once the pack is loaded, clip and tighten the red internal compression strap to stabilize the load.
• Lower Zippered Sleeping Bag Compartment with Removable Divider: A dedicated zippered compartment for sleeping bag storage with a detachable divider for unimpeded access to the pack interior. To unthread the divider webbing from the triglide buckle, reverse to reattach.
• Internal Hydration Reservoir Sleeve: A dedicated sleeve to help ensure proper pack weight distribution. Clip the reservoir to the buckled loop to keep it upright.
• Dual Ice Tool Loops with Bungee Tie-Offs: Provide secure attachment for ice tools. Slide the tool shaft through the top loop, flip it up, loosen the bungee cord lock, route the tool handle through the bungee, and tighten the cord lock into the Y-clip. Reverse to remove.
• Stow-on-the-Go™ Trekking Pole Attachment: Designed for quick attachment and carrying of trekking poles while wearing the pack. Locate the elasticized loop on the lower left side of the pack, pull it out, and insert the basket end of the trekking poles into the loop. On the left harness strap, locate the trekking pole icon, pull up on the cord to open, place pole handles in the loop, and tighten with the cord lock. Reverse to remove.
• Removable Sleeping Pad Straps: For external attachment of sleeping pads. Unclip the two buckles, remove the webbing from the triglide at the base of the pack, and reverse to reattach.
• Dual Access Stretch Mesh Side Pockets: Store smaller items and allow access while wearing the pack, from either the top or side.
• Dual Zippered Top Lid Pockets: Provide additional options for organizing and storing smaller items.
• Front Stretch Mesh Pocket for Stashing Gear: A hybrid nylon/stretch mesh pocket for quick-access items or to dry wet gear.
• Dual Zippered Hipbelt Pockets: Keep food and small items close at hand.
• Sternum Strap with Integrated Safety Whistle: For emergency signaling.

Women's Specific Fit:

The Aura AG™ series features a unique suspended mesh located on the shoulders, backpanel, lumbar, and hipbelt that contours to a wide variety of body shapes and sizes for a custom fit. The pack shape is narrower and deeper, allowing greater freedom of movement and increased stabilization by lowering the load's position to a woman's center of gravity. The shoulder harness is designed with different curves for an anatomical fit for a woman's neck, shoulders, and chest. Women's hips are conically shaped with a larger difference between waist and hip measurements, so the hipbelts are shaped and angled to accommodate this difference, allowing for more comfortable load transfer and support.

Maintenance Features:

The manual provides information on product features, use, maintenance, customer service, and warranty. For specific pack care instructions, users are directed to the Osprey website. The lifetime guarantee ensures support for the product's durability.

Osprey ATMOS AG Series Specifications