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Osprey Talon Pro 30 Review

I spent a few months testing out the new Osprey Talon Pro 30 backpack on winter hikes, desert hikes, and short overnighters, and it works well for all of them. And like the other Talon models, it's light, has an external hydration bladder pocket, and is pretty bomb-proof. I'll go over the various features, how it compares to the regular Osprey Talon 33, and who the Talon Pro is for.

In this Guide:
  • What the Osprey Talon Pro 30 Is Like to Hike WIth
  • Talon Pro 30 Versus the (Regular) Talon 33
  • Other Options in this Range
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This Guide Was Written by Cris Hazzard

Cris Hazzard 4 Mile Trail Yosemite
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