Ultimately, the Osprey Aura 50 delivers excellent value for the price. While it may be a higher initial investment, its durability, comfort, storage capacity, and organizational features make it worth every penny. For outdoor enthusiasts who prioritize reliability and functionality, the Aura 50 is an exceptional choice that will serve you well on all your adventures.

It also offers extra space for any items you come across in the middle of your adventure that you might want to carry. This also means that you’ll have a better time accessing your hiking gear since they are not squeezed. The only problem is that you risk pushing the weight to an unbearable limit. Lastly, the largest Aura 65 offers 65 liters of capacity, weighs 4.42 pounds, and features dimensions of 33.46 x 14.96 x 15.75”. Osprey Aura 50 Vs 65: Final Verdict So, should you choose the Aura 50 or Aura 65? Just like the Aura 50, the 65 is also split into three different sizes. The smallest size of the bunch (Extra Small), comes with a 60-liter capacity, weighs 4.26 pounds, and features dimensions of 29.53 x 14.96 x 15.75”. The intermediate Aura 65 (Small) has a 62-liter capacity and weighs 4.34 pounds with measurements of 31.5 x 14.96 x 15.75”. I’m a big fan of the Osprey Aura AG LT’s aesthetic. Its Antidote Purple color pairs beautifully with other common shades of outdoor apparel. This applies to the Koseret Darjeeling Spring Green color, too. The Aura 50 Extra Small is the most compact version in the range with a capacity of 44 liters and a weight of about 4 pounds. It also measures 28.35 x 14.17 x 14.17” in size.ANTI-GRAVITY HIPBELT – The suspended mesh theme continues through the padded hipbelt which wraps closely around your hips for optimal weight transfer and comfort. Featuring a Fit-on-the-Fly adjustment, the hipbelt can be adapted to suit your body perfectly, ensuring the structural fins are in the most efficient position.

When it comes to comfort, the Aura 50 shines. The adjustable harness and hip belt, along with the innovative suspension and ventilation systems, provide a customized fit and excellent support. You’ll be able to hike for hours without discomfort or strain.

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The Aura 50 features an adjustable harness and hip belt, allowing you to customize the fit to your body shape and size. The harness is equipped with padded shoulder straps that offer excellent cushioning and support, reducing pressure points on your shoulders. The hip belt, with its generous padding, helps to transfer the weight from your shoulders to your hips, ensuring a more balanced and comfortable load carry. Inside the main compartment, the Aura 50 offers plenty of space for organizing your gear. It features a large central compartment with a zippered divider, allowing you to separate your clean clothes from dirty or wet items. The compartment is also equipped with a hydration sleeve, which is compatible with a hydration reservoir (not included), making it convenient for staying hydrated on the go. Another similarity comes in the way the bags are designed. Both the Osprey Aura 50 and 65 are manufactured using the same kind of material. The main construction employs an extremely durable 100D by 630D nylon fabric that offers rugged performance in tough hiking conditions. For example, the extra small/small Osprey Eja 58 may be slightly smaller (55L) than the Osprey Aura AG LT 65 (63L). But the Eja’s 100D main fabric largely accounts for its low weight of just 2.717 lbs (1.232 kg). On the other hand, the Aura 50 may be a practical consideration to travel with. The Extra Small sizing of the Aura 50 is compact enough to carry just a few supplies you’ll need for a weekend trip.

It isn't just the lightweight, ventilated comfort and support that we love about the Aura AG 50, we also love the attention to detail and the huge number of clever, useful and unique, features. So, let’s start up at the top and work our way down.It may also come in handy when you have to board a plane since its compact size may be allowed inside. They are not the heaviest models in the market, but they can limit your mobility on the trail, especially when filled to the brim. This is to say that if you are a minimalist hiker who likes to travel light, then you might want to opt for a lighter option.