Osprey Glade 20 Snow Sports Backpack
Description
Osprey Glade 20 Snow Sports Backpack
The Osprey Glade 20 is a streamlined unisex backpack for skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and other active winter pursuits. Its stable carrying system and versatile external attachments keep essential equipment organised without unnecessary bulk.
An insulated harness sleeve protects the hydration hose and bite valve in cold conditions, while a separate compartment provides quick organisation for avalanche-rescue tools. The hydration reservoir and safety equipment are sold separately.
Key Features
- Easy J-zip access to the main compartment
- Insulated hydration routing with THERMOLITE™ insulation
- Separate avalanche-safety equipment compartment
- Diagonal and A-frame ski carry
- Vertical or horizontal snowboard carry
- Front-panel snowshoe carry
- Soft-lined goggles and accessories pocket
- Internal stash pocket with key clip
- Internal hydration-reservoir sleeve
- Gear loops for helmet attachment
Designed for Winter Equipment
The external compression and attachment system supports several ski-carry configurations as well as snowboard or snowshoe transport. A snow-shedding back panel helps reduce the accumulation of snow and ice against the wearer.
Cold-Weather Hydration
The shoulder harness incorporates an insulated sleeve for a hydration hose and bite valve. This helps delay freezing in cold weather, although performance depends on temperature, exposure time and movement. A compatible reservoir is not included.
Materials and Carrying System
The durable 420D NanoTough™ main fabric is highly water-resistant and abrasion-resistant. An Atilon framesheet adds structure, while the removable webbing hipbelt allows the pack to be configured for the activity.
Technical Specifications
| Product | Osprey Glade 20 |
|---|---|
| Fit | Unisex, one size |
| Volume | 20 L |
| Dimensions | 47 × 30 × 27 cm |
| Weight | 0.92 kg |
| Suspension | Atilon framesheet |
| Hipbelt | Removable webbing hipbelt |
| Main material | bluesign® approved 420D NanoTough™; 100% recycled ocean-sourced nylon with carbonate coating |
| Accent material | bluesign® approved 100% recycled 210D nylon with DWR treatment made without PFAS |
| Hydration reservoir | Compatible; sold separately |
| Certification | bluesign® PRODUCT |
Safety and Use
- Avalanche-rescue equipment is not included and requires appropriate training.
- The avalanche-tool compartment does not make travel in avalanche terrain safe.
- Secure skis, snowboard or snowshoes according to Osprey’s instructions before moving.
- The insulated sleeve delays freezing but cannot guarantee that water will remain liquid in all conditions.
- The fabric is highly water-resistant, not a substitute for waterproof inner protection for sensitive equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a hydration reservoir included?
No. This version has a reservoir sleeve and insulated hose routing, but the reservoir is sold separately.
How can skis be attached?
The backpack supports both quick diagonal carry and A-frame ski carry.
Can it carry a snowboard or snowshoes?
Yes. A snowboard can be carried vertically or horizontally, while snowshoes attach to the front panel.
Does it include avalanche-rescue equipment?
No. The separate compartment only organises compatible equipment such as a shovel and probe, which must be purchased separately.
Is the backpack waterproof?
The NanoTough™ fabric is highly water-resistant, but the complete backpack is not specified as fully waterproof.
Glossary
- A-frame ski carry
- A configuration in which one ski is secured to each side of the backpack.
- Diagonal ski carry
- A method of attaching skis diagonally across the rear of the pack.
- THERMOLITE™ insulation
- Lightweight insulation used here to help protect the hydration hose from cold.
- DWR
- A durable water-repellent finish that helps moisture bead on the fabric surface.
- bluesign® PRODUCT
- A designation indicating that the product meets defined third-party environmental, safety and social manufacturing criteria.
Manufacturer and GPSR Information
Manufacturer:
Osprey Europe Limited
Talon House, Aston Way
Poole BH12 4FE
United Kingdom
EU authorised representative:
Osprey Europe B.V.
Herikerbergweg 238
1101 CM Amsterdam
Netherlands
Website:
www.osprey.com/eu










