Osprey Womens Tempest 26 Rucksack

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 Light, flexible, and breathable — a great all-rounder for fast-paced hikes, peak days, and multi-sport missions.

Osprey says: 

Our Tempest Series utilizes the tried-and-true technology introduced in the Tempest Pro Series—incorporating an innovative injection-molded framesheet seamlessly with a torso adjustment system. Already a bluesign® PRODUCT, we raise the bar higher this season by introducing additional updated materials using recycled content.

Our Verdict

The updated Tempest 26 continues to hit that sweet spot between low weight and excellent carry comfort. Weighing just 1018g, it’s ideal for day hikes, bikepacking, or lightweight overnights with compact gear. The new injection-moulded AirScape back panel adds structure without bulk, and the BioStretch harness and hipbelt flex naturally with your movement while keeping the load stable.

The women’s specific fit is excellent, with narrower shoulder straps, a shorter back length, and a contoured hipbelt that sits comfortably without digging in. The back length adjusts easily using a sliding buckle system, and the close fit remains breathable even on hot, high-output days.

Storage is practical and streamlined: a wide top opening to the main compartment, a stretch front stash pocket, two fabric hipbelt pockets, and side mesh pockets for bottles or spare layers. I liked the “Stow-on-the-Go” pole attachment and the external hydration sleeve, though getting the bladder in and out can be a bit fiddly.

My only real gripe is with the compression straps over the side pockets, which can restrict bottle access when fully tightened.

The newly updated helmet carry bar is slimmer and now holds climbing helmets securely — not just bike helmets — making it far more versatile for mixed mountain use.

A lightweight, women’s-specific pack that moves naturally and comfortably across any terrain.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• TECHNICAL & FAST – Designed to be lightweight with a robust feature set for multi-sport use, this advanced pack is fine-tuned for fast movement in demanding environments.
• STABLE FIT & CARRY – With it’s close-to-body fit, gender-specific sizing and adjustable torso lengths, Talon/Tempest prioritizes superior fit for efficient and, ultimately, safer movement on the trails.
• Wide-mouth, bucket-style main compartment opening with internal zippered mesh pocket and key clip
• Top panel external zippered slash pocket
• Large stretch mesh front panel pocket
• Tuck-away ice ax attachment with bungee tie-off
• Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment
• Stretch mesh side pockets
• External hydration reservoir sleeve
• Easy-access, expandable stretch mesh harness pocket
• Dual-zippered fabric hipbelt pockets
• AIRSCAPE BACKPANEL Injection-molded AirScape framesheet with die-cut foam provides a close-to-body stable fit while offering flexibility and ventilated airflow channels for active use
• Mesh-covered foam lumbar for lightweight and comfortable contact surfaces
• BIOSTRETCH HARNESS – Integrated BioStretch seams offer maximum flexibility without sacrificing
  stability for dynamic body movement
• Spacermesh over die-cut foam provides breathable, comfortable contact surface
• Harness system easily adjusts to fit various torso lengths
• Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle buckle
• BIOSTRETCH HIPBELT – Seamless lumbar-to-hipbelt body wrap and BioStretch seams offer maximum flexibility without sacrificing stability for dynamic body movement
• Spacermesh over die-cut foam provides breathable, comfortable contact surface Crossbody ErgoPull hipbelt system to pull lumbar into body

Specifications

• Weighs: 1018g
• Volume: 150 IN 3 / 2.5 L
• Dimensions: 7h x 10w x 3d in. | 17h x 26w x 8d cm.

Material & Construction

• MAIN BODY FABRIC – bluesign® approved 100% recycled 100D x 210D high-tenacity nylon w/ triple ripstop, DWR treatment made without PFAS
• BOTTOM FABRIC – bluesign® approved 100% recycled 420HD nylon packcloth, DWR treatment made without PFAS
• MAIN LINER FABRIC bluesign® approved 100% recycled 420HD nylon packcloth, DWR treatment made without PFAS

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Ultralight Rucksack
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Rucksack
• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear
• Why is ‘PFC Free’ Important?
• The Time Savers Guide to PFC Free
• The Bluesign System
• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Ultralight Rucksack