Since Osprey was founded in 1974, every single product design has passed through the hands of owner and founder Mike Pfotenhauer, who created his first backpack at age 16.
In Santa Cruz, California, the young entrepreneur opened a retail shop in the front of his rental house where backpackers and travelers came for custom-fit, made-to-order packs constructed over several days by Mike himself. As the demand for the great-fitting packs increased, Osprey found itself relocating to its current home in Southwest Colorado.
Today, Osprey is a melting pot of diverse personalities, backgrounds and abilities. All share the common belief that adventure is open to everyone and found anywhere.
Since Osprey was founded in 1974, every single product design has passed through the hands of owner and founder Mike Pfotenhauer, who created his first backpack at age 16.
In Santa Cruz, California, the young entrepreneur opened a retail shop in the front of his rental house where backpackers and travelers came for custom-fit, made-to-order packs constructed over several days by Mike himself. As the demand for the great-fitting packs increased, Osprey found itself relocating to its current home in Southwest Colorado.
Today, Osprey is a melting pot of diverse personalities, backgrounds and abilities. All share the common belief that adventure is open to everyone and found anywhere.
Developed by Osprey employees, these guiding principles are our moral compass and an honest representation of our entire company.
INNOVATION. INTEGRITY. QUALITY. RESPECT. STEWARDSHIP.
Since 1974, Osprey has been dedicated to designing and manufacturing high-quality products. If you discover any defect in material and workmanship under normal use and maintenance, we will repair or replace it free of charge.
For further details please see our All Mighty Guarantee Policy .Since 1974, Osprey has been dedicated to designing and manufacturing high-quality products. If you discover any defect in material and workmanship under normal use and maintenance, we will repair or replace it free of charge.
For further details please see our All Mighty Guarantee Policy .
