A 22-liter framed daypack with a padded hipbelt and adjustable torso. Hikers pick it for long days when they want a small pack that rides close and stays put.
Specs
- Capacity: 22 L
- Weight: 2 lb 6.1 oz (REI)
- Frame: aluminum frame; AirScape back panel
- Torso: adjustable, about 17 to 22 in (REI)
- Hydration: internal reservoir sleeve (reservoir sold separately)
- Raincover: not included
- Price: $175 list at REI
What reviewers say
Osprey updated the Talon around late 2024, moving the reservoir sleeve inside and making it wider. OutdoorGearLab ranked it first among the daypacks it tested for comfort, fit and ventilation. Not everyone agrees: one independent reviewer found the 2025 version too heavy for a daypack and felt a full frame was overkill for day loads, and some REI owners say the new back panel breathes less and the usable space feels smaller than before. Cyclists note the top can bump a helmet. Owners who liked it praise the bigger zippered hipbelt pockets.
Good
- Stable, comfortable carry on long days
- Adjustable torso length
- Roomy hipbelt pockets
Not so good
- Heavy for a daypack
- Mixed reports on back ventilation
- Less suited to biking than older versions
Who it's for
Hikers doing long or rough day hikes who want hip support. Light-load walkers and bike commuters may prefer a simpler pack.
Sources
Last checked 2026-10-19. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.