OSPREY

The History of Osprey

Originally a tiny company with just the one sewing machine, the Osprey brand was founded in California back in 1974, with a vision of making better backpacks than any other available on the market, suitable for the adventurous, outdoors Californian lifestyle. It was a time when the boom in hiking and other outdoors adventure sports was just beginning, and the company grew with it, from tiny beginnings to a world-leading luggage brand. The founder, Mike Pfotenhauer's philosophy was that he preferred to make things himself, and it's this pioneering, hands-on approach which has enabled the company's growth, as they've gained a reputation for innovation in design and rigorous attention to detail.

The Strength of Osprey

There are a number of good reasons to buy a Osprey bag. They are designed to the highest standards and feature ground-breaking and market leading innovations. The company's commitment to research means that Osprey bags are always packed with features to ensure their wearability. Advances in materials, ventilation and storage solutions mean that Osprey backpack are some of the most useful and wearable out there on the trails, they won't let you down. In addition, the company's ethical policies mean they truly want to give you a bag for life. These bags are designed to last, and Osprey will always try to repair a bag rather than replace it. Their environmental mission extends to using recycled fabrics where possible and keeping packaging and waste to a minimum, these are bags which can be worn with a clear conscience.

Osprey Best-Sellers

The Talon 22 backpack is a highly-rated, comfortable backpack suitable for any outdoor adventure. Breathable and adjustable, it's an extremely comfortable and packed with features for the serious adventurer, including loops for ice picks and helmets. The Hikelite 18is an ultra-lightweight pack with a strong internal frame equipping it for rugged outdoors adventures. Like all Osprey bags, it's advanced ventilation ad adjustability makes it comfortable ad ready for whatever the outdoors throws at you. But it's not just a hiking pack, it's lightweight design and versatility would make it perfect for use around town, too. The Mutant 28 is a great mix of comfortable and stable. Tough yet light, it's ideal for the mountains. Easy to open, it comes with a host of innovative storage solutions.