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Ideal for ultra light backpacking, adventure racing, and climbing, the Talon 44 Backpack is Osprey's lightest multi-day pack. It still manages to squeeze in plenty of functional features, including a torso adjustable, reinforced suspension, AirScape padded backpanel, and plenty of useful pockets. The Osprey Talon 44 is designed to comfortably carrying loads up to 30 lbs. and includes an easy access hydration sleeve that accommodates reservoirs up to the large, 3-liter size. Although typically reserved for larger, heavier packs, the Talon 44 includes a zippered sleeping bag access for quick packing and unpacking.
Looking for the pack to suit all your summer adventures? Osprey® Talon 44 is designed for cragging and climbing, to overnight and thru hiking!
As Osprey’s lightest multi-day pack weighing in at 2lbs 5oz. the Talon 44 offers a plethora of features that maximize comfort and load control such as its aluminum rail with composite side struts. With a hydration slot that can hold up to a 3L bladder and its numerous pockets this Osprey Talon backpack is your go-to pack for overnight stays, quick thru-hikes, climbing, and cragging.
The Talon 44 is Osprey's lightest multi-day backpack.
The Osprey Talon 44 is a technical pack to meet all the needs of overnight to week long trips, thru hiking, climbing and cragging. Features: 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. Made of: 70 D x 100 D nylon shadow check /160 D x 330 D nylon shadow box. Size: Medium: 27 x 10 x 8 in. Large: 29 x 12 x 8 in. Torso Length: Medium: <19 in. Large: >19 in. Weight: Medium: 2 lb. 5oz. Large: 2 lb. 7 oz. Capacity: Medium: 2500 cu in. Large: 2600 cu in. An oversize shipping charge of $10 is applied to large packs. This is on top of the regular shipping charge. Osprey packs
The Talon 44 from Osprey Packs is designed for your overnight adventures, from light backpacking to thru-hiking and trekking. The abundance of storage and organization has been paired with bomber suspension and ventilation to keep you comfortable.
Flying down a trail can be rough on your gear. The Talon 44 pack grips your gear, holds your tools tight, and lets you concentrate on just the challenges in front of you while trekking, cragging, or spending a weekend in the backcountry. Specifications based on size Small/Medium.
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.
Carry your overnight gear comfortably, the Osprey ® Talon 44 loads up easily and organizes your gear simply. Perfect for perfectionists!
Talon 44
NEW FOR 2007!! Overnighters, Thru-hiking, Climbing & Cragging
The Talon 44 is our 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.
Colors available: Spicy Chili, Acid Green
Talon 44 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
Carrying Capacity
The green to yellow zones represent the recommended carry range for this pack.
Volumes and Weights
US and International weight and volume specifications.
Size cu. in. liter lbs/oz kg.
S/M 2500 42 2/5 1.05
M/L 2600 44 2/7 1.11
The Talon 44 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.
Volumes and Weights
US and International weight and volume specifications.
| Size | cu. in. | liter | lbs/oz | kg. |
| S/M | 2500 | 42 | 2/5 | 1.05 |
| M/L | 2600 | 44 | 2/7 | 1.11 |
The Osprey Talon 44 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. Designed for the fast, adventure oriented enthusiast, the Talon Series offers a unique melding of torso adjustability in an active, lightweight pack.
The Talon 44 is our 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. Blinker Patch, Hip belt Pockets, Hydration Slot, Ice Ax Attachment, Rope Carry, Stretch Woven Front Pocket, Stretch Woven Side Pockets, Tow Loop, Zippered sleeping bag access, Add a blinker to your pack using the blinker patch.
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.
The Talon 44 is our 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.
The Osprey Talon 44 is our lightest multi-day backpack for overnighters, thru-hiking, climbing and cragging.
| Access: | panel |
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| Access / Loading: | Top |
| Access Types: | Top loader, bottom zip |
| Adjustable torso: | Yes |
| Approximate volume: | 2,700 cubic inches |
| Approximate volume - metric: | 44 liters |
| Average weight: | 2 lbs. 10 oz. |
| Average weight - metric: | 1.18 kilograms |
| Bottom Access: | Yes |
| Capacity: | 2500 cu in |
| Cargo Capacity: | S/M - 2600 cu. in.M/L - 2700 cu. in. |
| Cell Phone Pocket/Sleeve: | No |
| Country of Origin: | China |
| Detachable Pack: | No |
| Dimensions: | 27 x 10 x 8 inches |
| External Pockets: | 1 Removable top zip, 1 front stretch woven, 2 side stretch woven, 2 hip-belt, 2 harness energy gel |
| Fits Torso: | 19 inches or less |
| Frame Sheet: | No |
| Frame Type: | Internal Frame |
| Frame material: | aluminum and fiberglass composite |
| Front Access: | No |
| Gear Loops: | No |
| Gender: | Unisex |
| Hydration Compatible: | Yes |
| Ice Axe Loops: | Yes |
| Load-lifter Straps: | Yes |
| Material: | 70D x 100D Nylon shadow check, 160D x 330D Nylon shadow box, stretch woven nylon with Lycra |
| Number of pockets: | 4 + main compartment |
| Organizer Panel: | No |
| Other Electronics Pocket(S): | 0 |
| Pack Fabric (Primary): | 70D x 100D Bylon Shadow Check |
| Padded Laptop Compartment: | No |
| Primary Use: | Hiking |
| Rain Cover: | No |
| Recommended Use: | Backpacking, ultralight backpacking, thru-hiking, trekking, climbing |
| Shovel Pocket: | No |
| Ski Carry: | No |
| Sleeping Bag Compartment: | No |
| Snowboard Carry: | No |
| Spindriftcollar: | No |
| Stays: | Aluminum |
| Sternum Strap: | Yes |
| Sunglasses Pocket, Lined: | No |
| Suspension: | Fiberglass composite side struts, AirScape ventilated foam HDPE back panel, harness, hip-belt |
| Top Access: | Yes |
| Torso Adjustment: | Yes |
| Torso Length: | S/M 19 in. |
| Volume: | [S / M] 2500cu in (42L]; [M / L] 2600cu in (44L) |
| Waist Belt: | Yes |
| Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Weight: | [S / M] 2lb 5oz (1050g) [M / L] 2lb 7oz (1110g) |
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This product is available in the following colors:
Click any color to show the product in that color
 | Chili |  | Acid Green |
 | Spicy Chili |  | Magnesium |
 | Spicy Chili Red |  | Magnesium Gray |
 | Citron |  | Magnesium Grey |
 | Citron Yellow | ||
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Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.
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| Chili | Spicy Chili | Spicy Chili Red | Citron | Citron Yellow | Acid Green | Magnesium | Magnesium Gray | Magnesium Grey | |
| Small-Medium | 128.98 | 128.98 | |||||||
| Medium-Large | 128.98 | 128.98 | |||||||
| Medium/Large | 159.00 | 159.00 | 159.00 | ||||||
| Small/Medium | 159.00 | 159.00 | 159.00 | ||||||
| Small / Medium | 159.00 | 159.00 | 159.00 | ||||||
| S / M | 135.09158.95158.95 | 158.95159.00 | 158.95 | 135.09158.95159.00 | 123.95149.952 More... | 158.95158.95159.00 | 135.09 | ||
| Sm / Med | 159.00 | 159.00 | 159.00 | ||||||
| Sm / Md | 159.00 | 159.00 | 159.00 | ||||||
| Md / Lg | 159.00 | 159.00 | 159.00 | ||||||
| Medium / Large | 159.00 | 159.00 | 159.00 | ||||||
| M / L | 149.95158.95158.95 | 158.95159.00 | 149.95158.95 | 158.95159.00 | 135.09 | 149.95158.95159.00 | 159.00 | 158.95 | |
| Med / Lg | 159.00 | 159.00 | 159.00 | ||||||
Mountains Plus Outdoor Gear offers this product at $139.99, but does not provide any color/size information.
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Very Nice But Not Durable Enough | |
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This is a quality made bag. It is perfect size for weekend excursions or 1 week long travels. There is a large main compartment inside, a large outer pocket (perfect for shoes or sandals), a water hydration pocket (which is right behind the back), 2 small waist/hip pockets on the waist belt (which are too small for any practical uses -- but they might be good for holding candy wrappings?), 2 side pockets (right by the compression straps) which are ideal for water bottles, 2 stretch woven pockets on the shoulder straps (which look like they're perfect for placing small cell phones), a removable top pocket with internal stash pocket, a plethora of bungee and additional tie-off points, sleeping bag straps (which are at the bottom), and a zippered lower section which allows you access to the bottom inside of the pack without having to rummage through the top. The pack looks great aesthetically (I got the Moonlight Blue version and I've already rec'd compliments from my mom and sister) and is functional. HOWEVER, I'm skeptical about the durability of this pack. The plastic buckles seem very minimal and thin, and I'm afraid to go hard on them. The stretch woven "cell phone" pockets on the shoulder straps also feel like they're going to wear holes through them over time. Most importantly the fabric of the bag seems quite thin as well. With that being said, I highly suggest not using this bag for any type of airport or overseas travels, where the bag might be subjected to harsh throws and frictional abrasions. This bag is only ideal for fast, on-the-go weekend or week-long trips and shouldn't be used and/or relied upon as a durable travelers bag, because it simply isn't designed to be. I would get something from Osprey's Travel Series if you're planning on using your bags for more rigorous purposes. The foam (such as on the shoulder straps and hip belt) is also much thinner than I had expected before it arrived. Otherwise this Talon 44 is very lightweight (2lbs 7oz) and perfect for short term, personal trips. Also, I am 5'9" and weigh about 140lbs: I got the size M/L 2600 cu inches (44L) one and it fits near perfect. I got this bag on sale, but I would only pay full price for it if it was a little bit more durable. To sum it up, this is my first Osprey bag and they have definitely made a good impression on me. Recommended! | |
| TheJawsome at Backcountry.com on 11/07/2008 | |
Tough Nugget | |
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Received this Osprey pack from my brother in the Special Forces, he swears by Osprey packs. I put it to the test by stuffing way more than I should have into this compact light weight grenade of awesomeness. I took it on a deep winter mountain hike and camping trip. The group I was with was packing 65 Liter+ packs and expected me to carry my fair share of the group kit. Like a Gypsy I strapped things all over my Talon 44 and set off into the Mountains. My Talon performed flawlessly even when I fell down the north face of the mountain though thick wet snow and branches tearing at me for 200 meters. I have only one negative experience and it really highlighted a huge benefit of the bag to me. I put a three liter platypus bladder in the hydration reservoir and filled it to the brim. Combine this with my overstuffed pack and the exertions of breaking trial through snow up to my chest at times, I'm 6'2", and the pressure proved too much for the Platypus bladder and it developed a small hole which leaked out onto my back. I was worried that I would have a block of ice for a pack when I discovered the rupture sometime later, but the Talon wasn't phased and my gear was good to go when we made camp that night. Learn from my mistake and pack appropriately and use a correctly sized bladder. This bag rocks, after years of using an "ALICE" pack in the Army, strapping this bag on felt like an extension of my body and didn't hold me back. As your lawyer, I recommend you purchase this bag and take an adventure. I was an animal to this pack and it took all I could throw at it and laughed in my face. | |
| RedSchmutz at Backcountry.com on 07/08/2009 | |
Great for traveling! | |
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I did a lot of research before choosing a pack to take on a 10-day trip to Italy. I originally purchased the Osprey Ariel 55, but decided it was too big to take on trains, so I opted for the smaller Talon 44. It was really the perfect bag for the trip. I packed light, but I fit several pairs of clothes, bathing suit, a pair of sandals, a guide book, fleece, rain jacket, towel, toiletries, sleep sheet, bowls, and some food it in and had tons of room (probably a third of the pack space) leftover. I don't think the pack would do well with a lot of weight (over 25-30 pounds), but it was comfortable for the 15 pounds that I had in it. If you use a hydration bladder it goes outside the main compartment, between the back panel and the inside of the pack, so you have to put the full bladder in before you pack to get the best fit. | |
| Cabernet at Backcountry.com on 05/15/2008 | |
Best Pack Ever | |
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| In my 47 years of backpacking, I've used well over a dozen different packs. The Osprey Talon 44 is the best of the lot--not even close! It is very comfortable to carry and its features are incredibly practical. It is super-easy to open and to retrieve gear from during rest stops. For me, one of the things that stands out is how easy it is to pack and unpack. Before purchasing, I took all my gear to the store and tested all of the comparable brands/models. Many of them were very difficult to pack, but the Talon easily swallowed the gear and begged for more--it holds significantly more than some competitors that are rated 200 to 400 cubic inches greater in capacity. So far, I have used it only on several 1 and 2 night trips with my wife, carrying 25-30 lbs. total in my pack, including water. It feels like I'm not carrying a pack at all! The outer stretch pockets work very well. The reflective design is fun--on one hike we did the last 1/2 hour with our headlamps and my wife said it was very entertaining to follow me as I glowed in the dark. I'm not too keen on any of the 3 colors that Osprey makes this pack in, but the pack itself is so wonderful that I've long since gotten over that. | |
| TomC at REI on 10/23/2007 | |
Excellent mulit-purpose pack | |
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| For my needs, it is the perfect size. It can be used for a "bring-everything but the kitchen sink" weekend trip, or if packed carefully, a week long trip. It is narrow enough for skiing, stable enough for bouldering. It is a little heavy for thru-hiking. There are some packs out there that weigh a pound less and carry more, but as all the other equipment gets smaller and lighter, this isn't a problem. I'll be happy to carry the extra weight because this pack is so comfortable and stable that it will actually be better for you in the long run. It doesn't even feel like it's on. I'm going to use it for the entire Appalachian Trail in a few months, but of course I will be carrying a down sleeping bag about the size of a football and tarp instead of a tent. It has a ton of great features. The spandex-like pockets are an improvement over mesh. The hydration system is great because you don’t need to unpack the main compartment to refill. The fabric is a good compromise between weight and durability. It even has a built in whistle on the sternum strap buckle! My only complaint is that the hardware is indeed a little fragile, but I don't think you’ll break anything under normal use. | |
| jsinger at REI on 02/22/2008 | |
snowboard... | |
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I love this backpack and have posted about it before. but I recently took it snowboarding because I needed a bigger pack that my snowboard one. I totally jimmy rigged this for my snowboard to fit on it. It was awesome. Provided more support than my snowboard pack does. I took the straps that hold the top compartment down and did a cross through my bottom binding. then took a rope and tied the top of my board to the shoulder straps and it held my board so snug and awesome! I put my crampons in the bottom of the pack so I could easily get them out with out taking my board off. I had my crampons in a case so it did not tear the fabric. I was pretty stoked on this bag. I used it July 12 and 13th in the heat on a glacier and so the breathable material on the back of the pack was awesome and I did not get all sweaty on my back like on other backpacks. So this pack is much more useful than I could ever imagine. I have used it for so many things it is crazy. You will get your use out of this backpack! | |
| shredbunnies.homestead.com at Backcountry.com on 07/14/2008 | |
Great innovations add features, not mess | |
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| This pack adds plenty of really useful extras that you wont find in other packs without making it a cluttered mess. The main compartment has a mid body compression strap that helps to manage lighter loads when you are using it for a quick scramble or dayhike. The zippered bottom compartment is a great convenience and allows you quick access to those heavier items you need first when you get to camp. The integrated interior key clip is a lifesaver after a long walk down the mountain, no more digging for keys. As fas as comfort goes, it is extremely adjustable and will fit most any torso type. The handy strap keepers keep your pack clean and help prevent snags. The only con is the hipbelt pocket zippers tend to get stuck depending on how they are sitting on your hips, making them a bit longer would help. I was a bit hesitant to buy this one as it is a new line from Osprey, but it seems as though they got it right the first time. | |
| clickr at REI on 10/20/2007 | |
Fly High | |
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Fantastic. I needed a lightweight pack for long day hikes and mountain climbing, something that could handle a variety of gear and conditions. The Talon 44 does this easily. The size provided plenty of space without being bulky. And the bottom opening is great for providing direct access to your gear, greatly simplifying gear management. Best of all, when you get the pack adjusted to your body it feels like is a part of you. Absolutely great feel when you are scrambling up and down rocks. | |
| larry.hanb1014308 at Backcountry.com on 09/01/2009 | |
Very happy with this pack | |
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I am very happy with this pack. I have been on two lengthy - but short - trips (one up Half-Dome in Yosemite, and the other up Mt. Timpanogos in Utah). On both trip the pack fit and rode better than any pack I've ever hauled. The adjustments allow me to get it to ride just the way I like, and they can be changed incrementally when fatigue rolls in. | |
| George Crain at Backcountry.com on 09/08/2008 | |
Lightweight, Excellence | |
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I use this pack to bring my rope and the rest of my climbing gear to the local crag and it can handle it all!!! Only thing I don't like about the sizing is I'm right between the small and the medium. Ended up going with the small. Don't get me wrong, I love this pack's lightweight and all of it's features. But I think osprey needs to tune their sizing a bit more. It holds all the gear I need for a long day hike through the adirondack mountains. Unlike most other backpacks I've used, the Talon series provides me the best ventilation for my back. A huge plus in my book. I've put comfortably carried around 40 pounds on a multi day trip and was completely comfortable! | |
| Jeff at Backcountry.com on 08/09/2009 | |
