The, fit and suspension on this pack are awesome. I was skeptical about the O/S sizing but the pack is very adjustable for most “normal sized” people, and it fits great. I love this pack and I will happily use it for the rest of my life.
However, 2 things to note. It does not have a top pouch. It has pockets instead and in the long run it works just fine, but I like a separate top pouch - not a deal killer. Second, if you are the person putting 3L of water and 10 hours of food and a real first aid kit / repair kit it this pack and taking it for a 10 mile mountain climb or other long hike - then quit thinking about it and buy it. This pack was made for you. If you put a rain jacket, water bottle and a power bar in your pack for a 4 mile hike, this is too much frame for you - Get the regular Talon instead, and it’s cheaper w a couple extra features.
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