Osprey Packs

Exos Pro 55L Backpack

Absolutely Excellent

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Might be the best carrying pack I’ve used. Note: They fixed the issue with the torso adjustment toggles slipping out. My pack (purchased Nov 24) has an updated toggle shape that won’t slip out. Improvements: Hip belt pockets could have been a little larger than the hip belt to allow better storage. The lower compression strap does two weird things - runs over the side mesh pockets with no option to route it inside the pockets limiting some of their functionality (but offering compression for their contents if needed), and connects to the hip belt pocket further constructing its use. Colorway with blue highlights isn’t my taste, monochrome in the regular Exos is clean and classy. Small issues on an otherwise awesome pack. Very happy with it.

Bad torso adjustment and pocket design

The toggles on the new torso adjustment system keeps popping off on my back, when putting on the pack and when taking it off. Seems like a common complaint (google it). Returned the item got a refund which was nice. Also hate the one zipper-less side pocket. You still need two hands to get stuff out of it so why bother taking out the zips? Nice and light though, but that

Close to Perfection!

I bought the Exos Pro 55 last September, used it for multiple Fall trips in the Sierras, and loved it! At barely over 2 lbs, it's a real ultralight pack. With its frame, it really does hold the weight well, even up to 30 lbs though I usually carry less. The mesh back panel keeps me cool, and the whole pack fits like a glove. I've had no sore spots at all. It's light enough to use as my summit pack, too, after removing the top lid (2.6 oz). My iPhone 13 fits fine in the hip belt pocket, and the side pockets keep my water bottles secure. I've taken it through miles of trees, bushes, scrambling over boulders, etc... and the material has held up well. No tears at all. There's nothing I don't like about this pack. At 55L, it's plenty large for multi-day trips. I'm so glad Osprey came out with this improvement to the Exos series (I also own an Exos 58, but like the Pro 55 much better).

Good ultralight backpack, but has some big flaws

I switched from the Exos 58 (M) to the Exos Pro 55 (S/M) - I've had this pack for just over 9 months and really like that it's a lighter and easier to pack than the Exos 58 but am surprised by the updates as several are a step backwards and unnecessary (as they're not weight saving) - compression straps are on top of the side pockets, limiting pocket usability; attaching compression straps limits access to the front stuff pocket; the side pockets aren't waterproof and hold rainwater; the zipper belt pocket cannot be opened & closed one-handed; they removed the extra (underside) brain pocket; the base of the backpack needs thicker material; the toggles to adjust shoulder straps dislodge regularly when taking the packing on & off. I'm also not a fan of the new Osprey sizing as I have a 20.5" torso - at the cusp of being too big for the S/M, but the L/XL was huge on me and sat way too high! Hoping that Osprey fixes these for the next generation of Exos Pro (as most were already on the Exos 58!)

Great pack

I purchased this pack in March 2023 and have taken it on multi day trips, as well as overnighters. Pros: No problem carrying my gear and food for a week, plus food for a dog. It's comfortable, light and breathable. Love the hip pocket without the zipper. Perfect for quick snacks. Cons: the edge seam running horizontal across the top of the large, stretchy pocket on the outside of the pack is starting to fray. This area has not gotten a lot of rubbing or abuse. It generally holds a visor. Also, the small toggle type fasteners that allow you to adjust the pack length came out of the slot a couple times when taking off or putting on the pack. I ended up taping them.