Osprey Talon 44

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The Talon 44 is an internal frame backpack made by Osprey. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 3 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"The Talon 44 is a technical pack to meet all the needs of overnight to week long trips, thru hiking, climbing and cragging. Aluminum headrail and fiberglass composite side struts for superb load control Mesh covered perforated hipbelt with zippered stretch mesh pockets Mesh covered perforated harness straps with stretch sports gel pockets Top loading with removable top pocket Two adjustable torso sizes Easy access exterior hydration compartment Zippered lowered compartment access Side compression straps Stretch woven fabric in front and side pockets Sleeping Pad straps Water resistant top zippers Front and side stretch woven pockets Dual ice axe loops with removable bungee handle attachments."

From Backcountry.com:
"Depending how lightweight you go, the Osprey Talon 44 Backpack is large enough for your overnight trip or your weeklong adventure. This sturdy but streamlined Osprey backpack is ideal for ultralight backpackers, adventure racers, and anyone who appreciates a functional, lightweight pack. Comfortably carry up to 35 pounds in the Talon 44, with its fiberglass stays that allow for excellent load dispersion and control. Access the main compartment from the top or the bottom of the pack, and stash anything you want easily accessible-jacket, trekking poles, or water bottles-in any of three stretchy external pockets. Put your water bladder (not included) in the external hydration compartment. Put energy gel packets in the harness pockets and energy bars in the hip pockets. The padded back panel has air channels, so air can circulate and cool you off."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Osprey Talon 44 Backpack is Osprey's lightest multi-day backpack. It features top loading with zippered sleeping bag access, a floating top pocket, front and side stretch woven pockets and an aluminum rail with composite side struts for superb load control.Osprey Talon 44 Backpack Features: Blinker Patch.Hipbelt Pockets.Hydration Slot.Ice Ax Attachment.Rope Carry.Stretch Woven Front Pocket.Stretch Woven Side Pockets.Tow Loop.Zippered Sleeping Bag Access.Osprey Talon 44 Specifications: Size cu. in. liter lbs/oz kg. S/M 2500 42 2/6 1.09 M/L 2600 44 2/10 1.18"

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Osprey Talon 44 Pack (Fall 2009) The Talon 44 Pack by Osprey is their lightest multi-day backpack. It features top loading with zippered sleeping bag access, a floating top pocket, front and side stretch woven pockets and an aluminum rail with composite side struts for superb load control. Specifications: Capacity: 2700 cu. in. / 44 L Weight: 2 lb 7 oz / 1.11 kg Features: Stretch woven front pocket Hydration compatible Stretch woven side pocket Torso adjustment harness Sleeping pad straps Ice axe loops Hipbelt pockets Zippered sleeping bag compartment Floating top lid"

User Reviews

Men's Talon 44
Reviewed by Calvin33, Dec 22, 2008

"I picked up this pack last year but did not get a chance to use it until this fall. I did a two day trip across the Bigelows in Western Maine. I loved it! It was light and comfortable, I found that the belt fit my body better than other packs I have used in the past (no friction sores on the hips!)

The only downfall that I noticed was that the low number of external pockets makes made it harder for me to organize things the way I like to."

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Men's Talon 44
Reviewed by howler, Aug 31, 2007

"Just completed a 113 mile trip on the Continental Divide Trail in Colorado in 4 1/2 days. Pack weight on day 1 was 30 lbs. I love everything about this pack but 1 thing, and that is the hydration "pocket". It was difficult for me to get my bladder in the pocket when the bladder was full and the pack was loaded."

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Men's Talon 44
Reviewed by Matt J., Jun 26, 2007

"I used this pack on what was supposed to be a weekend backpacking trip into the Smokies that turned into an overnight trip due to our pace. The pack is really great. It's super light and versatile and has lots of loading options. It also loads and carries very well up to about 30 pounds; however, the reason I gave it 4/5 stars is because of the minimal padding in the shoulder straps."

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