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The Talon is a hugely popular pack due to the successful combination practical features, low weight and excellent levels of comfort. The Talon 26 is an ideal size for day trips and has the versatility for everyday use too.
Osprey says
The Talon 26 is a streamlined and versatile top-loader with all the features you need for peak bagging and bikepacking. An injection-moulded AirScape™ backpanel and a continuous-wrap harness and hipbelt allow the pack to move with you whether you’re hiking or biking. This lightweight pack features a hydration reservoir sleeve and trekking pole, ice axe and bike helmet attachment points. Constructed with high-quality bluesign®-approved recycled high-tenacity nylon with a PFC-free DWR coating.
Our Verdict
Osprey's Talon 26 Litre Rucksack is packed full of features that make it stand out from many other packs in the market. One area it performs brilliantly in is the level of comfort it delivers. The foam padding in the AirScape back panel works really well to allow air to flow through and reduce your temperature and the discomfort that comes with a sweaty back. It is also soft enough to be comfortable with a full load while strong enough to stop anything digging into your back. The perforated foam used in the shoulder straps has a similar effect and they combine really well to maximise comfort.
The 26L capacity is great for storing extra layers, food and drinks for a big day out on the hills. It's also a good size for everyday use. The pack is loaded with features from the stretch mesh side and back pockets to the well sized hip belt pockets, the Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment points to hydration options. Little details like the extra large zip pulls makes use with gloves on much easier. There are attachment points and compression straps to personalise how you get the most out of this pack.
- Reviewed by Basecamp Gear
Features
- Grab handle
- Stretch pocket on harness
- Stretch mesh side pockets
- Sternum strap with emergency whistle
- Side compression straps
- Reflective graphics
- LED light attachment point
- Stowable single ice axe loop
- Internal mesh pocket
- External hydration access
- Stow-on-the-Go™ trekking pole attachment
- Compatible with Hydraulics™ Reservoirs
- Padded hipbelt
- Bucket-zip access
- Injection moulded Airscape™ HDPE backpanel with EVA foam padding
- Dual access side pockets with InsideOut™ compression
- Stretch front pocket
- Twin zippered Hipbelt Pockets
- Internal key attachment clip
Specifications
S/M
- Weight: 884g
- Litres: 24L
- Dimensions (cm): 56L / 28W / 22D
L/XL
- Weight: 958g
- Litres: 26L
- Dimensions (cm): 56L / 28W / 22D
Material
- 100D x 210D Bluesign Recycled Robic Nylon
