Review on 🚲 Osprey Katari 7 Men's Cycling Hydration Backpack by Chris Wheeler

Background: I usually pack everything I need for a day trip (laying hens, first aid kit, etc.) and I also hate wide, bulky bags with extra space that I want to fill. (My "big" bag for long day trips is an Osprey Raptor 14, which I love.) But for a short day hike or walking the dog in the park, I've constantly struggled to balance large bags for my stuff I can't leave the house without bags that seemed superfluous. This is the perfect sweet spot. What makes this little bag stand out is the distribution of the pockets. The large main pocket is big enough for my small first aid kit (about 4 inches thick), some awkwardly shaped dog toys, or even a wrinkled jacket (compared to a similarly sized old Viper 9 that split capacity that way became). that a bulky item does not fit anywhere). A pair of small mesh sleeves inside are big enough to keep small items from rolling down, and a concealed pocket on top is great for valuables I don't need on a hike. (wallet, keys) and the side pockets are what I wish Osprey would add back to all their small backpacks for accessibility. All this versatility in a tiny package means I can carry whatever I need, and I'm noticing not even it. Bag on my back I literally never write reviews but this is such a unique bag design that fits me perfectly in this niche. I hope my review encourages others to try it and Osprey to keep making bags like these!