Founded in 1974 behind a single sewing machine in Santa Cruz, California, Osprey was born from a simple dissatisfaction with how backpacks fit the human body. Founder Mike Pfotenhauer began stitching custom-made packs for travelers and hikers, a legacy of meticulous craftsmanship that still defines every product today. Now based in the rugged San Juan Mountains of Colorado, Osprey has evolved into the world’s leading innovator in carry solutions. Whether you’re thru-hiking the PCT, navigating a Tokyo subway, or biking a mountain ridge, an Osprey pack is designed to disappear on your back, turning a heavy load into a seamless extension of your body.