REVIEW Osprey Katari 1 5 Men's Hydration Pack
If you love to spend time outside, a good hydration pack is what you need to help you quench your thirst across vast distances.
But, before shopping for a hydration pack consider your objective and intended activity. Will you be hiking, cycling, or running with your pack?
How long do you plan to spend out on the trails? Depending on your intended use, it’s important to look out for fit, capacity, and any other extra features on the bladder, like a valve on/off switch.
Most running and cycling hydration packs are on the smaller side.
Small packs at 1.5 up to 5 liters, like KATARI 1.5, are perfect for cycling because they are compact and low profile. Mountain biking and long trail runs may require a 6-10 liter pack so you can also bring an extra layer, and snacks.
Katari 1.5 hydration pack offers all the bells and whistles that make a great day pack for hiking and biking. It has an optimally sized back panel,
shoulder straps, ventilation channels, and moisture-wicking mesh for added comfort and breathability.
DESCRIPTION
These lightweight and low-profile packs are perfect for those rides where you need to take more than just a water bottle. The packs have a dedicated hydration compartment and come with either a 1.5, 2.5, or 3L Hydrapak reservoir included.
The Airscape back panel uses air mesh-covered foam with a center air channel for excellent ventilation, and the Biostretch harness is lightweight and ventilated and has rolled soft edges that contour to the shoulder for comfort and stability.
The sternum strap has a magnetic attachment to make hose management a breeze, and there is a light attachment to attach a rear light if you need to commute home in the dark.
Who's this item for
The Katari is the Men's version of this pack but it is perfect for anyone looking for a lightweight and low-profile hydration pack with a quality reservoir. Also, check out the Kitsuma for the Women's model with female-specific fit and sizing.
Strap Style: The pack uses Osprey's Biostretch Harness which are ridged air mesh straps with soft rolled edges for breathability and comfort.
Materials: 100D nylon main body with a 600D polyester bottom.
Hydration bladder capacity / Bladder style / Valve style:
Available in 1.5, 2.5, and 3L bladder options.
The Osprey Hydraulics reservoirs are made by Hydrapak so they are among the best you can get. The reservoir seals by folding over the top and sliding on the slide seal. This creates a reliable watertight seal but also makes it easy to open the top right out when filling or cleaning the bladder.
The Blaster bite valve provides fast water flow and can be locked off with a 1/4 twist switch.
Helmet carry: No, these packs do not have that feature.
Internal organizer pockets: The Katari 7 features a vertical zip compartment on the front with tool organization. The smaller models don't have much in the way of internal organization.
Dimensions and Weight:
Katari 1.5: 37H X 20.0W X 12D CM - 1.5L Volume - 200g
Katari 3: 41H X 19.0W X 15D CM - 3L Volume - 330g
Katari 7: 46H X 19.0W X 17D CM - 7L Volume - 360g
Pros: Lightweight, low-profile pack for carrying water and small essentials.
Cons: Doesn't offer as much internal organization or storage compared to some other options out there.
BOTTOM LINE
Katari 1.5 MEN’S hydration pack by OSPARAY is very nearly perfect for you if you are looking for a simple pack just to carry a hydration bladder and
a couple of extras on any trail.
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