Osprey Exos 48L- Issue

[Brynocerous]

Has anyone had issues with the pack height adjustment tabs causing issues with their scapula (shoulder blades)? I haven’t got great posture and my scapulas stick out a bit, this causes them to press directly onto the hard plastic adjustment tabs. I could notice it when I wore it for a couple of hours, but it was nothing major at the time. The next day my scapulas were fairly tender though and I’m worried how this might go on a multi-day trip. The rest of the pack fits great and is very comfortable. Has anyone else had this issue and found a remedy for it?

[Bill P]

I’ve given a 48l Exos an absolute flogging over the last few years and I’m not quite sure about your issue. Perhaps a photo would help with diagnosis?

[Brynocerous]

Here's the area I'm referring to

[Bill P]

Thanks for the picture. My Osprey bags don’t have that component. I can see how that would rub. Maybe make up some covers from closed cell foam and securely attach them?

[Brynocerous]

Yep, I've tried that. Haven't used the pack since, but hopefully it works!

[Moondog55]

Have you contacted Osprey and told them about the issue?
They may have already had comments and produced a fix

[Brynocerous]

Good suggestion thanks Moondog55, will look into it!

[GregR]

Thanks for the picture. My Osprey bags don’t have that component. I can see how that would rub. Maybe make up some covers from closed cell foam and securely attach them?

Mine certainly doesn't have that either - Mine simply has the shoulder straps/material morph onto the mesh backing. Probably about 4 years old now, I notice they are now made with hip pockets again- wish I'd waited for that to be re-introduced.

Looks like Bills idea could be a good way to overcome the issue. Good Luck.