Osprey Tempest 20 Pack - Women's
- Best for:
- Day hiking, bike touring/commuting, travel and short multi-sport outings where a ventilated, comfortable women-specific fit and organization matter
- Skip it if you want:
- Extended multi-day backpacking, heavy winter loads, ultralight thru-hiking or users requiring large-volume/fully waterproof packs
Main tradeoff: Limited internal volume (18–20 L) can feel cramped for winter layering or multi-day use
Before you buy
Why it works
- Very comfortable fit with AirScape foam back panel and wrap-around hipbelt that ventilate well and transfer load off the shouldersPublished reviews
- Women’s-specific harness and sizing give a better fit for shorter/petite torsos than many general packsTravelFashionGirl
- Plenty of useful pockets and organization (hipbelt pockets, front stash, top pocket, side stretch meshes) and useful attachments (LidLock helmet clip, Stow-on-the-Go pole loop)OutdoorGearLab
- Hydration-ready with a separate padded 3 L sleeve and waterproof backing to protect gear from leaksMountainIQ
Tradeoffs
- Limited internal volume (18–20 L) can feel cramped for winter layering or multi-day useOutdoorGearLab
- Hydration sleeve opening is small and stiff, making bladder insertion difficult for many usersOutdoorGearLab
- Side bottle pockets are shallow/angled so tall bottles can fall out and quick-stow capacity is limitedOutdoorGearLab
- Heavier than ultralight daypacks (~2 lb+ / 33–35 oz), trading ounces for sturdier materialsREI
Details
About the Osprey Tempest 20 Pack - Women's
The women's version of the Talon, offering the same pros and cons. It provides a woman-specific fit and design, ensuring comfort for longer hikes.
Specifications
- Weight
- 2.2 lb (35 oz)
- Packed size
- 19.3 x 10.6 x 7.9 inches (M/L panel dimensions; approximate overall footprint)
- Packed volume
- 1.1 cubic ft
- Capacity
- 18–20 L (XS/S ~18 L, M/L ~20 L)
- Materials
- Main: 100D/210D high-tenacity nylon (ripstop), bottom: 420D nylon packcloth; injection-molded polyethylene framesheet covered in EVA (AirScape); PFC-free DWR
- Colors
- teal, black, gray, blue, red
- Changes from the last model
- 2021 refresh added injection-molded frame sheet (replacing prior wireframe), updated fabrics and extended-fit sizing; core pocket layout remained
Questions (1)
- Is it worth the price over cheaper alternatives?
- For frequent day users, the Tempest 20’s durable materials, comfort and organization justify the mid-market price; budget or ultralight shoppers may prefer simpler, lighter or cheaper alternatives.
Fit and sizing
Runs true to size for intended women frames/petite torsos but can feel small/narrow for taller or broader users
Weather and conditions
Care and warranty
Care
- store dry and air out after use
- hand-wash or gentle machine wash inside-out; air-dry thoroughly
- reapply DWR spray if exterior water resistance decreases
- inspect hipbelt and straps for fraying periodically
What tends to wear out
- tight hydration port (design/fit issue, not a breakage)
- mesh pocket wear or snag if overloaded
- isolated dye-bleed in a specific colorway
Durability
- Many long-term users report no fabric or zipper failures even after hundreds of miles
- Isolated assembly issues (inside-out strap, occasional dye bleed) reported but rare
Warranty
Covered by Osprey’s All Mighty Guarantee (lifetime repair/replace); generally trusted though isolated mixed reports on specific claim interactions
Sources
“A versatile little daypack — very comfortable, feature-packed and durable, but deducted points for the tight hydration port and small external pockets.”
“Best Daypack for Women — retains many strengths of the Talon 22 in a women-specific, slightly smaller package with a waterproof hydration sleeve.”
“Lightweight with most features of a fully-loaded pack; comfortable despite lacking a rigid frame.”
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Last updated June 21, 2026
