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Osprey's new Talon series for Spring 2007 contains four packs (44, 33, 22, and 11 liters) targeted for active light pursuits. The Talon 33 at 2000 cubic inches (33 L) is a frameless pack with just the right volume for an overnight fastpacking trip, multi-day adventure race, or day tripping in colder weather. The beauty of this type of pack is that it hugs the body, is well ventilated, is equipped for hydrating and snacking on the fly, and has loads of convenient access pockets. That said, how does the Osprey Talon 33 provide those desired attributes?
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- Introduction
- What's Good
- What's Not So Good
- Specifications: Year/Model, Style, Volume, Weight, Sizes Available, Torso Fit Range, Fabrics, Features, Volume To Weight Ratio, Comfortable Load Carrying Capacity, Carry Load to Pack Weight Ratio, MSRP
- Performance
- Suspension System
- Features and Utility
- Assessment
- What's Unique
- Recommendations for Improvement
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Osprey Talon 33 Backpack REVIEW
I love the Osprey packs, but the photo of the Talon 33 looks like it "hangs low." Is that the case or is it just a photo angle or moment before it is lifted up on the back? bd
I'm curious – how much weight did you carry in this pack? Not base weight please. IOW, what did the pack weigh the moment you pulled it out of the trunk and hit the trailhead?
I've got the 44 and for the moment love it. But I've not hit a dry spot where I had to jump the weight up to 30+ lbs.
Shane
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