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Osprey Packs Talon 33 Backpack - 1900-2000cu in
i am looking at this pack for an LDS mission where i wil wear...
By Tannon Hamilton
Ranked #870 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in)
November 11, 2009
i am looking at this pack for an LDS mission where i wil wear it everday for 2 years in San Bernardino Cailfornia riding a bike alot of the time. would it be a god day pack and be durable enough to last that long?
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By Jason Livingston
Ranked #601 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in)
November 11, 2009
If you decide to go with this pack (I wouldn't recommend it) I would also recommend getting it in the Magnesium Gray color as this will draw much less attention to you and will be more conservative as required by the Church. I'm thinking the biggest problem you will face is theft. As many who have served missions in US cities knows, missionaries draw a lot of attention. I would be wary of getting something that looks expensive or is desirable by malcontents. There will be plenty of time after your mission to get the cool gear. Besides just think how much better it will be when you get the better pack after using a lesser pack for two years? I call this the 'Huffy' principle. I would look for a general backpack with descent shoulder straps and large YKK branded (size 10) zippers (most common failure are the zippers). I would check out the North Face Daypacks on this site. They use YKK size 10 zippers. I would also get one that is black with the least amount of 'flash' possible. Don't go to Walmart or Target either. I would stick to a specialty outdoor shop or a good outdoor website (like backcountry.com) to find this type of pack. I guarantee after a few months in the field whatever kind of pack you have won't matter much as long as the zippers still work and it is fairly comfortable to carry. Just my two cents. Good luck on your mission!
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By Cru Jones
November 11, 2009
Osprey makes great packs and it should last you the two years and be a great bag for hiking once you get home. Make sure you wash your hands and bag straps often, the dirt from handling the straps will leave brown marks on your shirt no matter what bag you choose. Get a hydration pouch too, its nice having water always on you. Good luck and have fun.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 70D x 100D Nylon shadow check, 160D x 330D Nylon shadow box, stretch woven nylon with Lycra
- Volume:
- [S / M] 1900cu in (31L]; [M / L] 2000cu in (33L)
- Suspension:
- AirScape ventilated foam HDPE back panel, harness, hip-belt
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- Yes
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top loader
- External Pockets:
- 1 Top zip, 1 front stretch woven, 2 side stretch woven, 2 hip-belt, 2 harness energy gel
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- [S / M] 1lb 12oz (790g) [M / L] 1lb 14oz (850g)
- Recommended Use:
- Day adventures, light overnight backpacking, adventure racing, canyoneering
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- Chile
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