Osprey Hikelite 18 Backpack - Cascade Blue

Leisurely hikes or ambitious adventures

This slim 18-liter hiking backpack will handle any of your day hikes with flying colors.

Thanks to the AirSpeed back panel made of tensioned mesh, the Hikelite 18 takes the strain off your back and allows you to move dynamically. With front access in a panel loader design, including rain cover, front compartment with zipper, loops for trekking poles, and padded hip wings for more stability.

Features

• Includes rain cover (stored in the compartment at the bottom of the backpack)
• Stretch pockets on the sides for water bottles or other items you need quickly
• Inner compartment with tube opening and HydraClip for easy attachment of the hydration bladder
• Adjustable chest strap with signal whistle
• Compression straps on the top sides to stabilize the load and attach trekking pole grips
• Loops at the bottom front for attaching trekking pole tips
• Attachment loop for flashing light (light not included)
• Front compartment with zipper and key clip for secure storage of smaller items
• Large access to the main compartment from the front with two-way zipper
• Hip belt with padded hip wings

AIRSPEED™ BACK SYSTEM

• Supportive back panel made of tensioned mesh provides excellent ventilation
• Circumferential LightWire frame is covered with a mesh back panel and provides a supportive structure for carrying loads

SHOULDER STRAPS

• BioStretch shoulder straps provide flexibility without compromising stability and offer high comfort during movement-intensive activities
• Spacer mesh on molded foam provides breathable, padded comfort for carrying loads
• Load control straps balance the upper part of the backpack for optimal load distribution
• Adjustable chest strap with signal whistle

HIP BELT

• Hip belt with padded hip wings provides stability and absorbs the load