Oasis 18L Hydration Backpack

I received this a few days ago but haven't had a chance to try it out yet on the trail which is why I'm rating it 4-stars at this time. I love the overall capacity of it, as well as all the pockets. I think it will be a perfect bag for day hikes without being too big. I tested the hydration bladder for leaks and there were none. Yes it gives water that "plastic-y" taste initially, but I did clean it with a bit of dish soap, rinsed well, and let it air dry for 2-3 days and that took care of the weird taste. Also there are two outer side pockets that each fit a standard 16-ounce water bottle but they seem like they will fit larger bottles too. The shoulder straps are a perfect fit for me. I was concerned they might be too wide and uncomfortable, or hit in the wrong places based on what a few other reviewers with similar physical dimensions stated. Also the sternum strap and waist strap are adjustable and fit comfortably (for reference I am 5'3, 135, 36C). The medium size pocket in the lower middle section of the bag with the logo on it has three small buckle straps - one at the top of it as well as one on either side (see pics) so it can be unhinged. I wasn't sure what the purpose is but my husband suggested it can be used to hold a jacket or blanket, or anything else along those lines. This backpack looks and feels like very good quality and I can't wait to load it up and take it out on some Fall hikes. UPDATE 10-22-23: This is now officially a 5-Star backpack. I used it for the first time yesterday on a 14-mile hike and it was perfect! It was fully loaded and comfortable for the whole trek. I started out with the hydration pack full - no leaks, and the bite valve worked great. This is my first hydration pack and I sure appreciated the convenience of being able to drink water without having to stop during those times when I was only thirsty but not needing to stop. (now comes the fun part of cleaning the thing lol - but I bought a cleaning kit and some fizzy tablets, so we'll see how that goes!) The backpack held everything I bring on a day hike, though I can see where the bigger 22-liter one wouldn't be bad either for hikes in colder weather when I bring a heavier jacket, a few other light layers, and more food items. I actually might get one in that size too if I can get it at a good sale price. This is definitely a great pack from my experience with it so far, and I'd say get it if you're on the fence.

We bought two of these hiking backpacks 18L and they were so perfect for our road trip to Iceland! We packed them for the day with camera gear and personal essentials as well as some water and a couple of snack bars. It was just big enough to hold what we needed (great use of pockets) and small enough to be totally ignorable on our backs. We needed the incorporated waterproof cover many times and it was so easy to take out or put away (and remains attached by a cord so you can't lose it). The water pockets held even thick water bottles without strain. A lot of our items (boots, clothing) got dirty or muddy from our adventures, the bags remained pristine due to the fabric not picking up a lot of dust/dirt (and easy to wipe if it did). I don't bother doing review soften, but I can't say enough about how well these bags these bags did during our 12 day rough travel. Note that we did not use the water bladder (as we opted to just take water bottles with us), but they seem like they would do well (that'll have to be for someone else to review). We are planning to buy a larger size of this for other adventures and foresee using them all for years to come (longevity review also pending, as we got it right before our trip so i look forward to seeing how they do over time). Definitely get this! I almost spent too much money on an REI hiking bag (and I do love REI) but it's not necessary, this is top notch quality.

This 18L pack is perfect for day hikes. The pockets are well organized and easily accessible. The straps are comfortable and the backpack sits smoothly while walking. The two mesh pockets are good for carrying water, so that you can chose to remove the water bladder for more room. I will likely buy a larger pack for traveling or longer hikes, but I really like the 18L size for shorter day hikes. This is a perfect little pack.

The “burnt orange” is really just orange. Little smaller than I thought. But it works really well for a day hike. Was comfortable. Felt light on back with stuff in it.

tiene el tamaño óptimo para llevar lo mínimo en largas caminatas (50 km o mas) y costo inmejoable para la calidad y peso de los materiales de construcción. Diseño ergonómico sin lastimaduras de espalda ni hombros. Mi experiencia y de mi esposa: Camino de Santiago!!

Produit de qualité

I purchased it for my Spiti Vally riding and I used it for 14 days continuously.It is very comfortable and having enough space for your things go for 22 it’s size is very good 18L is little small in size

Overall a great product and I like how compact it is. It is a shame that one of the side straps tore off from the seams even though it isn't heavy used.

Excelentes materiales, por duración y peso. Muy ergonómica