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# Osprey Hikelite 26

by [Osprey](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Osprey)

Discontinued — limited availability

Capacity 26 L

Weight 0.8 kg 1.7 lbs

Dimensions 51×36×31 cm 20.1×14.2×12.2 in

Airline fit 2 % of airlines

![Front facing view of the Osprey Hikelite 26](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1631541459/carryons/Osprey_Hikelite_26_guhy7e.webp)

**Deeper stats**



<table class="table table-sm table-borderless" id="carryon-details-table"><tbody><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Litres of capacity per unit of pack weight — higher means you carry more for less.">Capacity-to-weight</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">32.5 L/kg</span> <span class="imperial-value">15.3 L/lb</span></td><td><span class="badge badge-success">High</span></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Total interior volume implied by the outer dimensions.">Cubic space</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">56.9 L</span> <span class="imperial-value">3482 in³</span></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Gap between the bag's outer volume and its rated capacity — lower packs more efficiently.">Rated vs. shell</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">30 L</span><span class="imperial-value">30 L</span></td><td><span class="badge badge-danger">High</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

**Airline Compatibility**

✈️ 2% (4/189)

This bag is within the published carry-on limit of 2% of the 189 airlines that publish one.

[Link to Manufacturer](https://www.osprey.com/hikelite-26-hikelite26s23-491?size=O%2FS&color=Atlas+Blue)

## Our verdict

### Reasons to buy

-   Really lightweight to use.
-   Provides excellent ventilation to your back because of its suspended-mesh Airspeed Hikelite backpanel.
-   The front "shove-it" pocket is really functional as you can chuck your sweater and other things in there.
-   Comes with a rain cover that would protect your things from sudden heavy downpours.

### Things to consider

-   Offers minimal organization.
-   The side mesh pockets are wide and aren't that deep so it feels less secure.

## What reviewers said

-   "Love the pack. Does everything I need it to, I'm 5'11" 220lb, has a good fit, (the) breathable back design is very nice. I don't use the waist strap. My reyleo 32 oz water bottles fit just fine in the side pockets and they don't fall out."
-   "Great pack, was able to fit everything and more in it! Absolutely love that it has a cage in it, helps support a heavier pack!"
-   "This pack is great. I am the kind of hiker that packs for every situation and I have plenty of room. I hike 5 to 8+ miles every day in every kind of weather. The rain cover is an added plus. It is very comfortable."
-   "This is the perfect pack for a solid (10miles plus) day pack. Plenty of capacity, useful pockets, and the built-in rain cover make a big difference for those unplanned rain showers. Best of all, this pack keeps your back cool. The slim design is nice too."

## Reviews from around the web

**Osprey Hikelite Review (Is It The Ultimate Hiking Backpack?)**
[expertworldtravel.com](https://expertworldtravel.com/osprey-hikelite-review/)

> If you go hiking often, then yes, definitely get the Hikelite. It has a ton of cool features that will make your hiking trips more enjoyable, such as the integrated rain cover and the compression straps that double as trekking pole attachments. The innovative, ventilated back panel will also keep you very comfortable during your outdoor adventures, and ensure that your back stays as dry as a bone. Well, unless it’s a thousand and one degrees outside, but that’s not really the back panel’s fault. :>

**Osprey Hikelite 26 Pack Review – Great Ventilation**
[mountainsforeverybody.com](https://mountainsforeverybody.com/osprey-hikelite-26-pack-review)

> In the conclusion of this Osprey Hikelite 26 Pack review, I would stress that this is a very versatile unisex pack, big enough for light day hiking tours and good enough for commuting and for the city use. It has good features for both aspects of such a use. This is a reliable Osprey’s product, fully recommended.

## Features

<table class="table table-sm  table-borderless" id="carryon-details-table"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Storage</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a way to compress the contents to make them smaller?">Compression</span></td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="If this carry-on expands, how much does it expand by?">Expanded Capacity</span></td><td><span>None</span></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The type of opening does this carry-on travel backpack have in degrees.">Opening</span></td><td>Clamshell</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a dedicated passport holder?">Passport</span></td><td>Top</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a pass-through opening so you can reach the main compartments without fully opening the bag?">Passthrough</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Carry</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this have backpack straps?">Backpack</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a belt that goes around your hip to help support the weight of the bag?">Hip Belt</span></td><td>Removable</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a strap that goes around your upper chest so help support the weight of the bag?">Sternum Strap</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Inside</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="What size laptop sleeve can this carry-on travel backpack fit?">Laptop</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The number of main compartments this bag has.  Side and small compartments don't count.">Main Compartments</span></td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does the main compartment of the carry-on travel backpack have features which help you organize?">Organizer</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Outside</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does the backpack have a hardshell component to protect your packed items?">Hard Shell</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry on have a rain-fly to protect it from the weather?">Rain-fly</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The number of bottle holders this bag has">Water Bottle Holder</span></td><td>2 (side)</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Is this carry-on travel backpack made with water resistant material?">Water Resistant</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2"><span class="underline" title="What type of material is this carry-on travel backpack made of?"><strong>Material:</strong></span><br>bluesign® APPROVED 100% recycled 100D high-tenacity bird eye nylon, DWR treatments made without PFAS</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Fits the carry-on limits of 4 airlines

Adria Airways Air New Zealand Azul Airlines Virgin America

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