Black Diamond Speed 40 vs Osprey Exos Pro 55 Backpack
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Lightweight 40L alpine pack with removable framesheet.
Full details →Ultralight thru-hiking backpack at 937g (S/M) with 55L capacity and comfortable suspension for loads up to 35 lbs.
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Black Diamond Speed 40 vs Osprey Exos Pro 55 Backpack: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Osprey Exos Pro 55 Backpack wins — at 937 g it is 243 g (21%) lighter than the Black Diamond Speed 40 (1,180 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
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