Osprey Packs Talon 33 Backpack - 1900-2000cu in - 2007 BCS

GREAT for day hikes or a two day jaunt on the trail. The straps and anchors are very versatile for strapping a sleeping bag and a tent to the exterior (although I will say that I had to make a couple paracord caterpillar sinnets for this purpose).

Favorite aspects of this pack:

- Hydration sleeve - I bought the Osprey 3 liter, fits like a glove and you cant even tell it's right on your back
- LIGHT and STRONG! Feather-light but extremely durable
- Adjustability: I can cinch this puppy down to the point where I can run with it fully loaded it doesn't bob back and forth like a metronome
- Easy care; submerge in the bathtub or a big sink, scrub with a little bit of laundry detergent and then let it dry with a fan running on it for a few hours **TREAT it with waterproofer and sun repellent after it dries to make this thing last forever!!**

Beefs:

- When you are bushwhacking (bending down alot etc) it tends to pull my shirt up a bit, not a big deal by any means
- Not a lot of pocket options; this is almost irrelevant for me since I keep all my gear in drysacks typically, but others may not like this
- The waist-strap pockets take two hands to open/close; the design needs to be refined - bugs me when I am reaching for my energy gel on the trail :)

Overall, I LOVE this pack and would buy again! Osprey is my favorite pack maker!

Ospery has done it, they have created a pack that caused me to retire my granite gear pack...!!!
During my AT thru-hike I switched to the Talon 33 and haven't looked back. My little blue buddy was large enough to accommodate all of my gear, yet small enough to take for a trail run. The 2 stretch pockets on the sides easily accommodate 20 ounce water bottles. The Talon 33's slim design and snug fit makes hiking through heavy brush or tangles of blow-downs a breeze. It did however show some signs of wear by the time I reached Katahdin, but hey the AT is a rough trail..!!
All in all this is a well thought out pack. I look forward to many more adventures with little blue buddy...!!

Great pack lightweight.I use it for craging and transferring my gear too and from my car for various activities for the day.

Borrowed a mate's one of these for an ultra trail run, and am now on the hunt for one myself. Very adjustable and comfortable harness, great balance between weight and durability, with a nicely vented back area. Didn't have any rubbing issues despite the distance and warm weather (though clothes choice contributes here). Convenient and accessible hip-belt and other pockets, and bladder is a breeze to remove and refill due to separate sleeve at rear. I'm 6'3/lanky and the M/L was adjustable enough to fit me and my mate who's 5'8. I've used a Macpac Amp Race, DaKine Poacher and others, this one kills them all for running. Would make a great adventure racing and MTB pack as well.

I picked this up and took it out a few times. It was wicked comfortable and adjusted plenty to fit me and remain comfortable. It's a good looking pack with plenty of room. In the end I took it back as it wasn't quite what I was looking for. It's a fairly thin material and I wanted something thicker like the Exposure. None the less this is a killer pack for what it is intended.....

I've had the Osprey Talon 33 backpack for almost a year. Needless to say, I've put it through the wringer.

Most recently, I took this pack on a 3 day camping trip in the Smoky Mountains. Paired with the Osprey-specific rain cover, this bad boy stood up to the test of rain, mud, streams, and the occasional fall. There was just enough room for the three day trip (tent split between me and a friend, sleeping bag, no stove.) In addition to the essentials, I was able to take a compact fishing pole, an axe for fire wood, a spare knife, dried foods, etc. While I did carry my enormous nalgene water bottle, I also carried a 2L water bladder (chosen over a larger size for space and weight reasons.) Everything held together, and was surprisingly comfortable.

The pack handled everything very well. Covering several miles a day, the pack was able to keep up quite nicely. With just a little planning, and a compression sack or two, I was able to turn this into a multi-day pack. While I took somewhat of a minimalist approach, the utilization of space kept me from lugging more pack than I needed to through the woods.

I could not recommend this pack highly enough. Mine still looks great, even with all the miles I've put on it. It is designed to last, and if it doesn't, Osprey has a fantastic lifetime warranty policy. Do yourself a favor and buy this backpack today.

This is my favorite pack. It is super lightweight, holds enough stuff for a day hike or light overnight trip, and you can barely feel it on your back. I also love the stretchy pouches on the sides and back good for holding water bottles or rain jacket and I like to put my climbing shoes in the back pouch. Highly recommended pack.

After reading many good reviews on this product (mostly from people who didn't pay for it) I was excited and went out and bought one. I had very high expectations. I bought this product for fast packing, basically short overnight trips. The backpack is very light. It fit all I needed for my overnighter in Kentucky, but I have two complaints. The adjustment to get it to fit well and feel good took me a long time. I was playing with the straps most of my trip. Secondly when I used the hydration pocket and my Camelbak bladder was full it pushed on my back and made a good fit impossible. So overall this is a good light backpack. Doesn't hold much, but overall I am happy with it.

this pack is awesome! I've mainly been using it for climbing and i love it. lots of gear loops to clip stuff to and super light. I can fit my shoes, small rack, chalk, chalk bag, extra layer, food, two nalgenes, first aid kit, and tarp in the bag with tons of room to spare. The cinch strap under the hood is perfect for carrying a 60m rope. It's been great for hiking too. If you pack light this is definitely large enough for an over-nighter as well.

I picked up this pack on a whim before going to NY without trying it on first. From the moment I received it I have been amazed. While it may not look like there is much cushioning in the shoulder straps and hip belt it is leaps and bounds more comfortable than my TNF Terra 60. The hip belt pockets are a little small, and I'd prefer if they extended deeper towards the pack. I was a little confused about the hydration sleeve before ordering, but let me help clear that up. There is a sleeve INSIDE the pack but outside the main compartment. Your bladder does not hang outside the pack between the back panel. Mine currently holds my Camelback Unbottle 100 oz without any troubles. Quality is top notch and after about 2 dozen uses it doesn't show any signs of wear. If you are using the side compression straps the bottle holders on the sides are difficult to use without strap adjustment.

Bought this pack for long day hikes and lightweight overnight trips. Used primarily in the desert the suspension system is well ventilated. The pockets are easily accessed and the buckles and strap systems are intuitive and easy to use. I have a long torso, the pack is fully adjusted beyond the third marker but it is comfortable. The top pocket is easy to open, even with gloves on. The energy gel pockets on the shoulder straps are mounted a little high but they're still usable. I tried this pack and the Ultimate Direction Speedemon and chose to keep the Osprey.

i decided this past summer to couple two of my favorite activities: trail running and backpacking. fastpacking, as it is often called, required the purchase of some new equipment including a pack small enough to run with, but large enough to fit a bivy, stove, water, food, and some extra clothing. the osprey talon met my criteria and felt good in the store, so i bought one and tested it in the san juan mountains.

the pack fits real tight to the body and cinches up very well without coming loose -- both conducive to comfortable trail running. although the materials are rather flimsy (to make the pack so light), the build feels solid and bears true to the high quality that characterizes most osprey products; i think it could take a lot of abuse before falling apart.

my only gripes would have to be about the discomfort of having a full 3 liter bladder in the built-in hydration sleeve... this was clearly more weight than the bag was designed for and resulted in a considerable amount of bounce. emptying some of the water remedied the problem, however. also, depending on the volume of your gear (how ultralight you are willing to go), you may be able to get by with the talon 22 liter pack instead of the 33 liter pack. i will likely make this trade before i do any more fastpacking since i found myself with some excess space.

I love this pack and highly recommend it for anyone needing a pack for day trips or light overnights. I am 6'2" and I have a M/L and it fits great. It is well designed, distributes weight well, and is very comfortable.

My wife got me this pack to replace a Mountainsmith daypack I gave to our son. I used to be a big fan of Lowe Alpine packs but this pack has made me an even bigger fan of Osprey Packs. I was on crutches for several weeks and this pack went everywhere with me. The people at the grocery stores even learned how to load it up with whatever I bought. The suspension is comfortable and minimalist, in fact everything about the pack is designed to save weight. It carries well, even when badly packed at the grocery store. I've used it nearly every day since the end of August 2009 and it still looks like new. My next full blown backpack which I intend to get next year will also be an Osprey, the Exos 58.

Ok, this pack would get 5 stars plus except: The chest strap is too high and chokes me if I wear the back on my hips. I do, however, love everything else about the pack so I took it to a trailor and had the strap lowered. It is light wieght but holds a lot! I love the way it fits to my body. To make it even lighter, I removed the back support so now it only ways about 9 oz! This is the pack I will be using to trek into Everest base camp this spring. I have a different pack for the summit climb.

I have done a ton of research for a lightweight pack and this one was at the top of the list all around.
It has everything that I wanted in a pack of this size.
It holds more than I would carry for a weekend trip, it stretches to accommodate things like dry boxes and tackle boxes, it is water resistant, and has a great and breathable suspension system that makes this pack feel non-existent on my back even after a full day of climbing/hiking.
I am 6'5" so the adjustment feature allowed me to get this pack up to the perfect length for my torso.
While I don't use ice axes, the loops and ties allow me to attach my collapsed trekking poles securely to the body of the pack.
There are two top pouches in the hood, one allowing immediate access, there are two belt pockets with zipper that are big enough to carry bug repellent, a compass, a whistle, hand sanitizer and more without becoming bulky and my favorite feature is the kangaroo like pouch on the back that lets me stash stuff in a hurry (rain gear, camera, jacket, etc...)

The one drawback is that the side pockets do not work well for tall water bottles. They need to be secured with a top tie or they fall out if you are in an extreme angle while climbing.

Very nice features for a pack this size - more bells and whistles than I expected, and very good value for the $. Very comfortable, nice adjustment options, well balanced. I do agree with other reviewer on the clasps/buckles - they seem a little bit flimsy, and I can only hope they will hold up in the long run. Just did 4 days fast-packing in warm temps, and this pack fit the bill.

My wife and I both have this pack and love it. Best suited light overnight trips. Materials and construction are great for such a light pack. Don't plan on using the shovel pocket when the pack is full.

I researched a lot of packs and finally decided on this one. It's chock full of features and beautifully and intelligently crafted/designed. It's perfect for long day trips and maybe a very lite overnight. The main problem for me was the rigid plastic ridge on the upper back of the pack. I have very little body fat and the ridge rubbed to the point of causing a major sore spot by the end of a 9 hour hike.

Great day/overnight pack. Very light and very comfortable. buckles don't look durable but they work well. Water reservoir takes up quite a bit of room making the main compartment a bit narrow. Pack fits securely making it great for scrambling or climbing. All in all very happy with my purchase.

top notch! light. hasn't ripped yet. wish the clips were color coded b/c there are so many...

This bag is big enough to fit all my layers for a winter day trip or a tarp-and-bag summer overnighter. The hip strap is sturdy enough to make heavier loads comfortable. It works for smaller trips too, with straps to adjust the size of the main compartment. Oh, and it is incredibly light! This is my first Osprey pack, I like it a lot.

Nice pack. Works for what I use it for. Day cross country skiing trips. Nice and light. Love the hip-belt pockets. Water bladder setup works well. The hip-belt system can be somewhat cumbersome to adjust with gloves on.

Talon 33 is a great overnight pack or daypack. We have 2 in the family and really enjoy them. It is comfortable, light weight, durable, has capacity for overnight.

A nice light pack with plenty of "at hand" storage. The hard contoured back panel makes it comfortable and ventilates well but makes it difficult to pack large or hard items. Straps and buckles seem wimpy.

I'm on a 3-month trip thru SE Asia and just picked up the Talon 33 and I'm really enjoying it. It's incredibly light and well built at the seams. While it has the air vent against your back, it still heats up in warm weather. Also b/c it has a soft frame, if you carry a lot in the top flap, it can make it difficult to get into the main part as the bag doubles over. All in, I like it!

My wife and I recently took a 3 day backpacking trip in Great Basin N.P. and the packs held all of our gear and still had extra room. It is very durable and has plenty of outside pockets and gear loops.

I love this pack completely. Bought the Acid Green since I'm a fan of Green and was pleasantly surprised by the color. It's mainly my Mountain Biking pack but use it for everything else, day hiking, around town, whatever. Lightweight and extremely durable as well as highly water resistant. There isn't much more I could ask for in a day pack. I like the way it sits on the back, narrow and long, I'm not a huge fan of wide and short packs (ie: most North Face packs). This is very minimalist and won't snag easy if you're in a bushed out area or trees. Do it to it. Not only are you getting a great pack you're getting Osprey's lifetime warranty and quality.