Something you should know right out of the gate – one of the best parts about Osprey’s products is their lifetime warranty (called the All Mighty Guarantee!).

If you are the kind of minimalist traveler who enjoys a lightweight travel bag that is ready to hit the trail at a moment’s notice, look no further than the Osprey Stratos 36. You can easily get a nice hydration reservoir setup going with the Stratos 36. Osprey Stratos 36 Rain Cover: Is it Included? You can fit everything you need for a variety of travel/hiking adventures into the Osprey Stratos 36.Under a lid entry, and attached to the main compartment, this extension material offers up some extra protection. The drawcord closure allows the main compartment, and therefore your stored kit, to be sealed off separately from the lid. Hip-belt However, note that there are some exceptions to the All-Mighty Guarantee. They will not fix airline damage, accidental damage, hard use, wear & tear or damp related damage. Still, it’s a lot better than most guarantees on the market. Osprey Stratos 36 Price:

This presented a problem when carrying any rigid items like a cellphone or bar. As I tightened the waist belt, those objects would dig into my hips and become uncomfortable.

Even if you don’t plan on traveling/hiking with a sleeping bag, I find the compartment diver to be super handy for storing things like shoes, a sleeping pad, or even your dirty laundry.