Osprey Talon 22 Men's Hiking Pack

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Sometimes this pack can make you feel like you’re at school again, struggling with the zipper on your coat. The main compartment has ample space for everything we need for a day, and sometimes we even choose to put our camera gear in this pack - it’s a lot more comfortable to carry than any camera bag we’ve owned. Despite its minimal weight the Talon 22 does not scrimp on storage with twin zipped hip belt pockets, a stretch front stash pocket, an internal mesh pocket with a key attachment clip, stretch mesh side pockets and a top zipped pocket with a soft lining to keep sunnies and devices scratch-free.

Often, I find myself justifying expensive outdoor gear by thinking of my purchases as an investment.The pack is a big step up in terms of padding and support from an ultralight design like REI’s Flash series. Next, adjust the shoulder straps, pull them until they start to become snug, but ensure that they are not too tight as to lift the pack off your hips. Although this seems robust for its weight, with a bag this small you're often going to find yourself packing things in very tightly, so I can't help thinking that a heavier gauge zip might have been better for long term durability. The Osprey Talon 22 is arguably a better all round backpack, though for me I do not categorize them the same way.

I also line up the Osprey Daylite Plus’s competition so you can get a feel for your other daypack options. The entire Talon range now uses recycled fabrics, meaning you're getting the same stunning performance with the knowledge that you're reusing fabric that would have otherwise gone to landfill. Without resorting to deep spongy padding, this feels really comfortable, and it makes for a very stable and well-balanced load when the hipbelt is fastened. This helps keep the shoulder straps from catching in your shoulder joints and keeps the stability of the pack when moving over rough ground. I mean, it’s not a proper Daylite Plus review if we don’t look at what else is available and compare and contrast.The shoulder harness and hip belt are made with BioStretch materials, die cut EVA foam and stretch fabrics so they flex and move with your body for un-restricted movement when scrambling, climbing and trekking. The perfect fit is very much a personal preference so experiment with different tensions on the pack to find what suits you best. Firstly, we should congratulate Osprey for continuing to pursue maximum sustainability and minimum environmental impact.