Osprey Salida 12 Women's MTB Pack

The women's Salida 12 (and Siskin 12 for the guys) is a great all-around hydration pack for long days on the bike. Except for a couple minor gripes about the pockets, it's a fantastic buy.

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Comfort

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Capacity

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Pockets

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Osprey Salida 12 Women's MTB Pack

The women's Salida 12 (and Siskin 12 for the guys) is a great all-around hydration pack for long days on the bike. Except for a couple minor gripes about the pockets, it's a fantastic buy.

Comfort

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Capacity

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Pockets

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Osprey Salida 12 Hydration Pack Review

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