New Womens Tempest 33 Rucksack Backpacking Rucksacks

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Lightweight, body-hugging, and built to move — perfect for dynamic days and minimalist overnights.

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 latest Tempest 33 builds on a trusted platform with an improved back panel, updated materials, and an even better fit. Weighing 1181g, it’s well-suited for fast day hikes, multi-sport use, or streamlined overnight trips. The injection-moulded AirScape back panel holds its shape while flexing naturally with movement, offering excellent support without compromising breathability.

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 new BioStretch harness and hipbelt wrap the body closely, providing stability on technical ground while remaining flexible enough for active use. The torso adjustment system is easy to fine-tune on the move and helps ensure a dialled-in fit.

Storage is efficient and practical — the fixed lid has internal and external pockets, the large front stretch panel swallows layers or wet kit, and the side stretch pockets are ideal for bottles, though fully cinched compression straps can limit water bottle access. I liked the integrated “Stow-on-the-Go” trekking pole carry system, though there’s no included rain cover.

A breathable, close-fitting pack with a women’s specific fit, made to move fast and carry well.

– 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.
• Top load access to main compartment
• Fixed top lid with external zippered slash pocket and under lid zippered mesh pocket with key clip
• Large stretch mesh front panel pocket
• Tuck-away ice ax attachment with bungee tie-off
• Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment
• Dual upper and lower side compression straps
• 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: 1181g
• Volume: 2014 IN 3 / 33 L
• Dimensions: 24.8 x 11.8 x 12.2 in. | 68 x 30 x 31 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