Gear Review
Osprey Packs Talon 33 Backpack - 1892-2014cu in
In Love
By Meerjungfrau
Ranked #604 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in)
November 15, 2009
When it was time for a new day pack, I did a bunch of research, tried on a bunch of packs and was rewarded with the Talon. Low weight, low profile, smart features. The padding looks thin but the foam does a fantastic job. I have done about 6+ hour day hikes with this pack (sometimes in just a tank top) and had no problems (even though I like to overpack). With my old pack, my back would hurt after a while. The hydration compatibility in this pack is great coz the water bladder exchange is nice and fast (the hose doesn't have to be squeezed through a tiny hole...). The hip belt is effective but its profile is nice and low so it is not in the way when it's not used. I am 5`6 with avg torso and have the S/M (it might take some time to fit the suspension system right but it is worth it).
This pack is all I was looking for. Highly recommended.
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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:
- (small/medium) 1900 cu in, (medium/large) 2000 cu in
- Support/Suspension:
- Airscape back panel
- Waist-Belt:
- yes, Biostretch
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes
- Reservoir Included:
- no
- Rain Cover:
- yes
- Access Types:
- top
- Pockets:
- (exterior) 1 top zip, 1 front stretch, 2 side stretch mesh, 2 waist-belt zippered mesh, 2 shoulder strap stretch mesh, (interior) 1 top mesh, 1 hook-and-loop
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- no
- Snowboard Carry:
- no
- Ski Carry:
- no
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Shovel Pocket:
- no
- Max Weight Capacity:
- 30 lb
- Weight:
- (small/medium) 1 lb 15 oz, (medium/large) 2 lb
- Recommended Use:
- backpacking, day trips, overnight trips, adventure racing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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