What is the Tempest 30?The Osprey Tempest 30 was developed specifically for Women and shares the same DNA as the iconic Osprey Talon series. It is the perfect lightweight pack for the long-distance endurance user who demands the best performing and lightweight kit when out for multi-day adventures or minimalist backpacking. This uber light load-lugger provides fantastic support, comfort and ventilation thanks to the adjustable AirScape back panel and BioStretch harness.
This new and updated version builds on the already incredible reputation of the Tempest and incorporates recycled fabrics and an injection-moulded back panel for greater comfort.
What is it made of?The Tempest 30 is made primarily from an environmentally-friendly 100x210D recycled Robic nylon. The entire Tempest range now uses recycled fabrics, meaning you're getting the same stunning performance with the knowledge that you're reusing fabric that would have otherwise gone to landfill. This fabric provides lightweight durability to ensure that the Tempest 30 will survive years of abuse, whatever your chosen activity. The base is made from an even tougher 420D recycled nylon, providing additional abrasion-resistance in this high-wear area. All fabrics are treated with a durable water repellent coating to resist light showers; this doesn’t make the pack 100% waterproof, so if you're walking in torrential rain then we'd recommend the use of drybags to organise your kit and keep it dry.
What is the backsystem?Building on the success of the last generation Tempest, this latest generation version incorporates an updated injection-moulded backsystem. Technology from Osprey's larger and heavier weight packs has been applied to the Tempest range, but still maintaining the lightweight and compact characteristics of the original design. The hip belt features seamless lumbar support and wraps around the body tightly and securely. The new shape of the back panel creates increased airflow and reduces the overall contact between your back and the pack. All Tempest packs sit close to your back for stability and security yet still breathe superbly. The Tempest 30 uses a flexible HDPE framesheet to provide support and to transfer weight to your hips whilst maintaining flexibility and freedom of movement.
Even though the Tempest 30 is available in two back lengths, the AirScape back system is adjustable to ensure the perfect fit using a simple yet highly effective Velcro pad on the shoulder harness that can be easily set to various heights depending on the user. Please remember that your torso length and not your height will determine the back length.
The shoulder harness and hip belt are made with BioStretch materials, die-cut EVA foam and stretch fabrics so they flex and move with your body for unrestricted movement when scrambling, climbing and trekking.
What are the features?The Tempest 30 features a top-loading design, giving you easy access to your kit with the ability to compress the pack down if not fully loaded.
Hydration access is simple and quick thanks to an external sleeve that lets you whip out your bladder for refilling without having to enter the main compartment. Despite its minimal weight, the Tempest 30 does not scrimp on storage with twin zipped hip belt pockets, a stretch front stash pocket, stretch mesh side pockets, a top lid pocket and an under-lid zipped pocket with a key clip.
A single ice axe loop gives winter walking capabilities and the unique “Stow-on-the-go” trekking pole attachment system allows you to safely stash your trekking poles away when they are no longer required without having to remove the pack or pester a mate to do it for you.
Side compression straps pull the weight closer to your back, increasing comfort and carrying efficiency; they also stop gear from rolling about in a half-full pack. Osprey calls these “InsideOut” straps as they can either be used inside or outside the side pockets. Inside the pocket, they compress the pack and not the pocket and outside the pocket they secure the contents of the pocket and compress the pack. Simply thread the straps in the manner that suits your needs.
And finally, there’s a built-in emergency whistle on the buckle of the adjustable sternum strap.
- Recycled Robic nylon fabrics
- Adjustable torso length
- External hydration access
- Internal key attachment clip
- LED attachment point
- Seamless lumbar to hipbelt body wrap
- Single ice axe loop
- Sternum strap with whistle
- Stow-on-the-go trekking pole attachment
- Stretch front pocket
- Stretch mesh side pockets with InsideOut compression
- Twin zippered hipbelt pockets