Osprey Talon 33

Priced: $90.30 - $129.00 Rated:   - 5 stars out of 5 by 40 reviews.
Osprey Talon 33 -
Whether you're belaying off the face of a mountain or negotiating a river brimming with rocks and rapids, your passion for adventure knows no bounds. Simply put, the Osprey Talon 33 Backpack is the bag for you. Made of rugged rip-stop nylon, it has all the things you need to keep comfortable, organized and safe while you're doing your thing. The Osprey Talon 33 is a top loader with adjustable straps that allow for extra capacity when needed and comes equipped with a roomy stretch woven front pocket and stretch woven side pockets for easy access to tools and equipment, plus a special hydration slot for drinking water accessibility. In addition, there's a tow loop, rope carry, ice ax attachment and special blinker patch as an added safety feature at night. The Talon 33 Backpack is ideal for day hikes, fast treks and light overnighters---and its trendy style says it all.

Support and Cushioning:

  • Creates a lightweight, yet supportive and ventilated backpanel

Insulation:

  • Side compression straps let you cinch down loads for jostle-free carrying

Hipbelt:

  • Zippered hipbelt pockets give you easy access to power food, small first aid items, and other essentials
  • Strap retainer clips on harness and hipbelt – Strap retainer clips on harness and hipbelt keep loose ends from getting in the way
  • ErgoPull hipbelt closure
  • Mesh-covered perforated shoulder straps and hipbelt save weight and enhance breathability
  • Hipbelt features 2 zippered stretch-mesh pockets; 1 is large enough to hold a compact digital camera and the other accommodates snacks

Sizing:

  • Two torso adjustable sizes

Zippers:

  • Two zippered mesh waist belt pockets and two stretch mesh shoulder strap pockets give you quick access to a camera, phone, or snack
  • Zippered hip belt pockets keep essentials close
  • Mesh-covered perforated hip belt with zippered stretch mesh pockets

Logo/Graphics:

  • Reflective logo imprinting - Night visibility is increased using reflective details on the front of the pack
  • Patterned Talon reflective graphic

Pockets:

  • Top-loading design features a fixed lid pocket for expansive gear storage
  • The top lid features an inner mesh map pocket and a rope carry strap for climbing trips

Lining and Layers:

  • A Biostretch, mesh-lined waist belt uses slots to allow maximum breathability and easily adjustable straps

Fabric:

  • 70D x 100D nylon shadow check
  • Front and side stretch-woven pockets are ideal for stashing jacket, helmet, book or other often-used gear
  • Stretch-woven side pockets are versatile and carry extra bottles or gear, as needed
  • 160D x 330D nylon shadow box
  • Stretch woven nylon with lycra
  • Stretch-woven front pocket holds extra layers and gear so you don't have to dig inside the pack for it

Fit:

  • Twin stretch pockets on shoulder straps are sized to fit cell phones, energy gel packets, GPS or the end of your hydration tube
  • Osprey Talon 33 pack fits a variety of backs thanks to its torso length adjustment: just rip it, adjust it and stick it

Ventilation:

  • Diecut vented EVA harness

Hydration:

  • Hydration reservoir compartment can be accessed from outside, between torso adjustment and pack compartment (reservoir sold separately)
  • Hydration slot is on the outside of the pack and holds up to a three-liter (100 oz) reservoir so you can drink on the go
  • Externally accessed hydration sleeve quickens the refilling process
  • External hydration compartment holds bladders up to 3 L

Webbing:

  • An adjustable webbing strap secures your rope under the lid of your Talon 33

Straps:

  • Slotted adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle
  • Elastic stretch sternum strap
  • Side compression straps, a top compression strap, and ice-axe loops provide ample attachment points for other gear

Features:

  • Ice Axe Attachment secures axes to your pack quickly and easily
  • Ice ax attachment secures your tools for easy access
  • Blinker patch allows you to add a blinker to your pack so you can be seen on the commute
  • A blinker loop gives you a place to secure a bike light when riding back from the trailhead
  • Stow On The Go loops provide holster-like trekking pole attachments for longer trails
  • Bottom of pack features a tow loop for adventure racing
  • Dual ice axe loops come with bungee tool tie-offs, letting you lash extra gear outside
  • Blinker light attachment patch - An attachment point is provided for blinker lights
  • Superlight YKK buckles
  • Osprey AirScape lightweight back panel features ridge-molded foam with channels covered in mesh to allow airflow
  • Stow-on-the-Go – Osprey’s Stow-on-the-GoTM trekking pole attachment keeps your trekking poles out of the way when not needed but handy for use when they are
  • Softer elastic binding - hip and harness
  • The Airscape mesh back panel features a foam-molded structure central channel that expels hot air like a chimney
  • Bike tail light attachment
  • Top loader with single drawcord
Rocky Mountain Trail

A versatile hiking backpack that meets the needs of everyone from the expert fast and light backpacker to the do-it-in-a-day alpinist.
The Osprey Talon 33 is a versatile hiking backpack that meets the needs of everyone from the expert fast and light backpacker to the do-it-in-a-day alpinist. A top loading design with floating top pocket make it easy to pack your gear and keep it organized. The AirScape back panel with ridge molded foam and air chimneys combine with the BioStretch hipbelt and adjustable harness to create an extremely breathable suspension system. With an easy to access hydration compartment, stretch woven front pocket, stretch woven side pockets, and hipbelt pockets you’ll be able to quickly access your gear every time. The Talon series of hiking backpacks were built for multi-sport adventures.


FontanaSports.com
The Talon 33 is the most versatile pack in its series, meeting the needs of everyone from the expert light and fast backpacker to hardcore do-it-in-a-day alpinists. Easy top loading and a floating top pocket keep you organized and on the move.

Features:
• S/M: 1900 cubic inches; 31L; 1 lb. 15 oz.; 0.87 kg.
• M/L: 2000 cubic inches; 33L; 2 lbs.; 0.92 kg.
Dimensions are shown as length (height) x width x depth.
• 24 x 10 x 7 in.
• 61 x 25 x 17 cm


Gearx

The Osprey Talon 33 is one seriously sharp-looking day pack, and its design goes beyond just rack appeal. Unlike most of the packs in its size class, the Talon offers an adjustable torso length, achieved using a Velcro-based system that lives behind the well-ventilated Airscape back panel. Given that adjustability, plus the ventilation, the razor-sharp design, and Osprey's lifetime guarantee, the Talon series shines very brightly indeed.


Features:


Backcountry.com
Small, lightweight, adjustable, and versatile to fit most of your trail needs.
You don't need a ton of gear to spend the night outside; you just need some food, water, and a warm place to sleep. Conveniently, all easily fit into the Osprey Talon 33 Backpack. The Talon's padded shoulder harness adjusts to fit your body size, and with its Airscape backpanel and Biostretch waist belt, you can comfortably lug up to thirty pounds of gear for a day trip, overnight trip, or a well-calculated ultralight week on the trail.

Moosejaw

The Osprey Talon 33 Pack is a backcountry pack that provides the greatest hiking luxury ever: freedom from a poorly ventilated, sweaty back. The AirScape backpanel, molded ridge foam back, and air chimney are all integrated into this bag to provide optimized ventilation that will have you focused on the trail instead of the load you're carrying. The zippered map pocket makes sure your map is in easy reach, and this hydration compatible back will carry your water resevoir with ease. This top-loading bag features internal and external compression components that keep your load in place and makes sure it doesn't shift. I found out the hard way that rabbits don't like ranch dressing on their carrots.


Mountain Gear

Flying down a trail can be rough when your gear is jostling around, so hold everything securely in the sleek Talon 33 pack from Osprey. It holds your tools tight and lets you concentrate on just the challenge in front of you, be it an adventure race or overnight foray.


REI

The Osprey Talon 33 pack offers light weight and sharp colors. It's designed for done-in-a-day adventures and overnight fastpacking trips.

Imported.


Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
Designed for the adventure oriented enthusiast, Osprey's Talon 33 is one of the most versatile packs you can buy.
Zappos.com
A top-loading daypack with a fixed, floating top pocket, perfect for all-day adventures, light overnighters or multi-day adventure races.
Two torso sizes and an adjustable harness to provide a more comfortable custom fit.
Side compression straps.
to keep items secure.
Mesh covered perforated hip belt with zippered stretch mesh pockets.
Mesh perforated harness straps with stretch pockets for more comfort.
Dual ice ax loops with bungee tool tie-offs.
s included for adventure racing.
Hydration compatible.
the hydration slot is easily accessible and holds up to a three-liter bladder.
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Access Types:top
Activity:Hiking
Adjustable Torso Length:16" - 18.5" (S/M)
Adjustable torso:33 liters
Average weight - metric:Nylon
Backpack Style:Multi-Day Pack
Capacity:SM/MD 1900 cu. in. (31 li.), MD/LG 2000 cu. in. (33 li.)
Carrying Capacity:Up to 30 lbs.
Detachable Pack:no
Dimension:(H x W x D)
Dimensions:24 x 10 x 7 in \ 61 x 25 x 17 cm
Ems_sale:Yes
Features:Top Loader
Fits Torso Length:SM/MD - Less than 18 in
Fits torso:1,900 cubic inches
Fits waist/hips:2,000 cubic inches
Frame Type:Internal frame
Gear capacity (L):Frameless
Gear capacity (cu. in.):No
Helmet Carrier:yes
Hydration Bladder Included:Not Included
Hydration Compatible:Yes
Ice Axe Loops:yes
Laptop Sleeve:None
Material:70D x 100D Nylon Shadow Check. 160D x 330D Nylon Shadow Box. Stretch woven Nylon with Lycra
Max Load Capacity:30 lbs / 13 kg
Max Weight Capacity:30 lb
Number of exterior pockets:Yes
Organization Pocket:yes
Pack Fabric (Primary):70D nylon ripstop
Pack Size:1000-1999 cu in
Pack access:0.92 kilograms
Pack loading:0.87 kilograms
Padded Laptop Compartment:No
Primary Access:Front Panel Access
Rain Cover:yes
Raincover included:16 - 18.5 inches
Recommended Use:backpacking, day trips, overnight trips, adventure racing
Reservoir Included:no
Shovel Pocket:no
Ski / Snowboard Carrier:no
Ski Carry:no
Sleeping bag compartment:Yes
Snowboard Carry:no
Support / Suspension:Airscape back panel
Suspended mesh back panel:2 lbs.
Suspension:Trampoline
Top Access:Yes
Torso Length:S/M < 19 in.M/L > 19 in.
Trekking Pole Loops:yes
Trip Length:Overnight (1-2 nights)
Type:Backpacking
Ultralight:Frameless
Volume:(small/medium) 1900 cu in, (medium/large) 2000 cu in
Volume Range:30-45 Liters
Waist-Belt:yes, Biostretch
Warranty:lifetime
Weight:SM/MD 1 lb. 14 oz. (0.85 kg.), MD/LG 2 lbs. 0 oz. (0.90 kg.)
Weight - metric:31 liters
Weight Capacity:Up to 30 lb.
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Osprey Talon 33 Reviews:

Positive Reviews:

One and only daypack! Many uses.

This bag may be one of the best investments I have ever made! I use it for everything. It was originally purchased three years ago as a day pack for our hike of the Inca Trail in Peru. I did a lot of research and determined that this would be the best solution. We needed a pack large enough to carry gear for the day and any type of weather. We were not carrying tents or sleeping bags, so we needed a bit less space. My husband was so impressed when it arrived, that he purchased the exact same bag in a large. Since it's first successful outing, this bag has been our go-to bag for any and all trips. We've taken it on airplane flights stuffed full of our daughter's blankets, toys and DVD player with enough room for our books and light sweaters. It's gone on car trips packed with clothes and toys. It's gone on day hikes and picnics with food and blankets. It went to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro stuffed with 3 liters of water, jackets, rain gear, snacks etc. It is a roomy size for a daypack and large enough for a weekend overnighter. The pull tabs are nice as they have rings you can grab even with thick gloves on. The storage pocket on top is great for keys, passports and other items you need in a hurry. The front pocket holds travel folders, books, snacks and sweaters with ease. The drink pockets on the side, like most packs, are useless for water bottles if you are hiking. They fit in, but are difficult to squeeze in if you have the straps down tight and require you to take off your pack to get them back in. They are great for an extra water bottle (as camelbak backup) or for storing snacks, Goo shots, pocket translators, etc. The hip belt is comfy and has never dug uncomfortably into my hip bones. If you tighten the chest strap too tight, it pulls the top straps a bit too close and can rub your clavicals, but keep it loose enough and it is fine. The two hip pockets are super convenient for chapstick, money, candy, etc and are suprisingly large. The load straps are easy to adjust and keep loads (light and heavy) well balanced. It hugs my back and stays put, but also has a very nice air gap that prevents too much sweat. I recommend this bag to anyone and everyone - you will not be disappointed!
KBD at REI on 07/07/2011

This is perhaps one of the most versatile packs I have ever owned, and I am on a life long quest for the perfect backpack. This pack is simple yet very sturdy, has just the right number of pockets for just about every activity. I have used it for dayhikes, a 3 day ultralight back packing trip, backcountry snowboarding, and standard urban traveling. Because it is so light weight, it is extremely comfortable. The stretchy material of the bag permits stretch, allowing you to stuff and compress with no significant problems. One thing I discovered is that the hydration compartment can actually fit a 13" MacBook Pro in a computer sleeve, which significantly increases the versatility of this pack. For backcountry types, this is much more lightweight than most standard snowpacks. The external front pocket is great for stowing your skins on the way down, the side pockets are great for stowing the poles and a water bottle (if you prefer over reservoirs). I just throw my BD Deploy 3 in the main compartment. There is plenty of room for everything else. You can even carry an ice-axe! The Airscape mesh back panel is not perfect, but does keep the air flowing better than standard back panels. The one thing I don't do is carry my snowboard on the pack. If I anticipate having to do that, I would use one of my more heavy duty packs. This one is not set up with the appropriate straps. I would also be concerned about the edges slicing through the fabric. Also note, this pack is not waterproof, so you may need a cover for it if planning to be in rainy weather.

chienspam1779854 at Backcountry.com on 04/13/2011

I like the size of this pack and find it works well for fast packing and some short overnighters. Does not hold an incredible amount of gear/ clothing, but the size says it all. The shoulder straps are pretty comfortable for the moderate load in this pack. In the past I have had some problems with Osprey's chest straps breaking, and spoke with reps about this in the past and it was a common fault in a lot of the other lines and earlier versions. This pack does not seem to have any of the faults I would see in the past. the back of the pack is nice and flexible which I like ( I am not a big fan of the internal butterfly springs that are becoming very popular with Deuter and even some of the Osprey packs, I also thinks that cuts into your total volume). I Like the feel of this pack to my back, it really does conform and ride nicely. I do wish this pack had a larger diameter waist belt, I just like the feel of a big belt and with heavier loads distributes the weight better through the lower back and legs. Other than that this is a pretty decent pack. I have used it for day climbing trips and for fast packing on short 2 day trips. I am 5'10" 165 lbs and I bought the medium/large which fit me pretty well.

Johnathan Rambo at Backcountry.com on 08/16/2012

This is a great day pack!

I am just getting back into hiking after a decade long hiatus. I went on my first hike with a regular backpack (like for books), knowing it wouldn't be great, and it didn't take me long to regret this decision. I hiked with someone who was carrying an Osprey and it looked to be well-designed and functional. After looking at the many Osprey choices, I bought myself this Osprey Talon because it offered the balance of size and functionality that I was looking for. This daypack has so many features that I actually had to read the instruction booklet to figure out all that it offers. It has a hydration pouch to hold my Camelback bladder and the tube laid over my shoulder just right, accessible without having to search for it. It has a nifty little system for storing trekking poles when not in use that LOOKS like it wouldn't keep them out of the way, but it really does! It has adjustments in pretty much every direction, so even fully loaded, it was comfortable. You can even adjust the spine of the pack to fit your body. I could reach the things in the upper pocket without taking the pack off and I didn't even think to use the nifty little pockets on the waist strap (next time!) This is just a great day pack, no doubt about it. I highly recommend it.
Ellen at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 02/02/2012

I was apprehensive as I waited for delivery. I ordered one from another three letter company that will remain nameless. I had a gift card... so sue me. Anyway, I do not always carry a water bottle but when I do I don't want it in my pack. This pack was purchased to keep my climbing gear and light pack stuff in. My old method was a stuff sack w/ cold water bottle inside and it always sweated on my gear. I don't like bladder systems much but this has a cool exterior pocket for that too. I was not sure this had side bottle holders... it does! Yay!!! The hiking pole holders and other inventions are beautiful design and well received. I saw one review where someone was blasting Osprey for the inability to put your cell phone in the little pocket on the shoulder strap. Why do you take a cell phone on a hike? Leave that electric leash at home. Gum fits. Snack bars fit. My E-trex Vista Garmin fits. Just saying. This pack rocks as a mid size and is bigger than you think. I would 3-4 day hike with this easy. Plenty roomy and I am 6'1 and 235

Jim Saunders at Backcountry.com on 07/28/2011

Impassibly Perfect pack.

Its easy to write a negative review on a pack all you have to do is use it and complain about all your pain and suffering. Writing a positive one is a bit more difficult. This pack is perfect in every way, to the point you don't even know its there. I have had this pack for almost three years and used it hundreds of times, it is still in perfect condition. I have used this pack for up to 7 days in the back country but mostly do 2-3 day quick trips as well as a three week thousand mile hitch-hike. I have carried it on planes, trains, and automobiles. Been caught in endless downpours, and this pack is very water resistant. I have used it bike packing and as a daily grocery getter as I refuse to own a car. The size is perfect, the fit is perfect, the weight is perfect. One last note. Osprey has hands down the best mfr customer service in the world, PERIOD! would I recommend this pack to a friend. yes yes yes. Thank you osprey :)
PS I have no affiliations whatsoever with Osprey.
barefootnavigator at REI on 12/12/2011

The Talon 33 is my weekend pack. I just completed the Black Mountain Crest Trail with it and it worked great. With a little planning and packing preparation I was able to fit three days of gear and food in it. It weighed in at 24 lbs and felt great on my back. It is very stable and comfortable, especially for a frameless pack. The pockets on the waits belt are sized just right and are very convenient. The small pockets on the shoulder straps are sized perfectly for an iPhone or GPS. I don't think the pack would handle any more than 25 lbs so this is definitely an ultra-lighter's pack. The straps are placed in just the right areas and make it possible to remove all shifting and movement from the payload. The materials are appropriately thin but seem durable. The back panel initially seems flimsy but after loading was surprisingly rigid. I cannot say enough good about this pack!

aub3144037 at Backcountry.com on 04/16/2012

I bought one of these on clearout from REI last year for a Europe expedition and it far surpassed my expectations. Very comfortable with loads of adjustments and it holds a 3L water bladder perfectly. Tons of pockets and very strong, it held a 35mm digital camera, a netbook, all my accessories, a jacket, lunch and a few other goodies all very nicely. I would recommend a raincover as the material gets damp pretty easily and if you need your stuff to be completely dry it's not waterproof. Other than that I found no reason to want anything else; it's the perfect size for everything you would want in a daypack. I messed up buying the small/medium size, and should have got the medium/tall size since I have a long torso, but even so it was never uncomfortable, other than the waist strap being a little high. I'm buying another one (this time the large size)...highly recommended.

Chris at Backcountry.com on 05/17/2011

33 liter of Goodness

Backpacking: On an (18 mile) over nighter I packed my dromedary, stove, fuel, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, sandals, tent, 2 jackets, extra shirt, long-underwear, extra socks, first aid kit, DSLR camera, snacks, pack towel, water pump, hiking poles, pack pillow, wool cap, and some odds and ends. Heavy load for this small pack, and I didn't notice a thing. The straps were SO comfortable!! No digging in on the hips or shoulders. I really enjoyed the compartments to stash things in an organized manor.

Cragging: Bag fits all my climbing goodies with plenty of room left.

In either use I just find the thin bottom worrisome as setting it down fully loaded may cause the bottom to tear. Probably look for another cragging bag eventually, but those bags never seem to have enough pockets, as for backpacking I couldn't ask for more :)
EtotheK at REI on 07/07/2011

Great Day pack.!

This pack is great! It looks smaller than it is. It's small enough I can wear it to classes as a laptop bag, but when you extend the straps and set it up to pack, you can put an insane amount of stuff in this bag. This bag could easily be taken on a 2-3 day trek if you pack light. I love this bag! I have a the larger of the two sizes and I was told I am right in the middle of the two sizes. I'm 6'0ft and have a longer torso, so if you are above I say go with the larger, and vise versa. All around this is the best daypack I've ever had. Osprey specializes in bags, don't spend the same amount of money for a patagonia, or north face bag. You will not get the same quality.
Nathan at Moosejaw on 09/23/2011

Negative Reviews:

I just bought this pack a week ago, it is extremely comfortable, lightweight and stylish. BUT i go on hikes alot and such and yesterday, the second time i completely packed it up, the seems were already strained, and I am planning to take it back because it isnt as durable as I would like for a backpack over 100 dollars, and from Osprey. I was dissappointed.

son100578071 at Backcountry.com on 06/04/2011

Neutral Reviews:

I wanted to love it, but...

I eyed this bag up for 2 years before I finally bought it. Every review is absolutely glowing, however...1. The top pouch is extremely impractical. It has a ton of room inside, but the zipper is barely wide enough to get an ungloved hand inside which made it very frustrating to get anything out without taking everything out. 2. The side pouches are almost useless. 3. I have a 33" waist and there is an awkward amount of extra hip belt leftover once tight. The hip pockets and chest pockets are great, however, and the reservoir holder is ultra convenient.
sean at Moosejaw on 10/16/2011