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| Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 11:41 am)
I have a 1500ci Mountain Hardwear pack but for everyday use its a little too big. I'm looking at 3 different, smaller packs that would be better suited for day hikes, mountain biking, gym bag, multi use, etc.
I've narrowed it down to 3:
Osprey Talon 11
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Osprey Orb
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Gregory Diablo 6
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Any experience with any of these or advice...TIA 
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Nodust 
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 11:51 am to cast away)
I like the looks of the Talon 11. I have a camel back that doesn't have a hip belt. Ok on flat ground but if start scrambling on steeper stuff a good hip belt is good to have.
Get a platypus hydration bladder and put in it and you will have a winner.
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 1:06 pm to Nodust)
Thats the one im leaning towards. Those hip belts will come in handy especially on a mountain bike. I was curious if 700ci would be a good all around size too
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Nodust
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 1:11 pm to cast away)
Not sure exactly how big my camelbak is. Around 800-900 ci. Plenty big enough for packing a lunch, poncho, snacks, and whatever. I've even packed it with a small sleeping bag and tarp for an overnighter, and had enough room for a few meals.
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 2:47 pm to Nodust)
Ended up going with the Talon 11. I can always return it if it sucks I guess. Thanks for the input
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Blue Velvet 
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 3:02 pm to cast away)
You made the right choice. I only buy Osprey now. I'm a follower of the cult.
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 3:08 pm to Blue Velvet)
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Blue Velvet
I was hoping you'd jump in here before i pulled the trigger after reading some of your posts in the hiking thread.
It actually came down to the Talon and a Gregory Wasatch(same size as the Osprey)
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 4:01 pm to Blue Velvet)
What are your thoughts on Gregory packs? Any experience with them?
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LoneStarTiger
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 4:07 pm to cast away)
just picked up the REI Flash 18, but havent had a chance to use it yet. Couldn't hardly pass it up for an 11 ounce daypack.
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Blue Velvet
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 4:58 pm to cast away)
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What are your thoughts on Gregory packs? Any experience with them?
Sturdy, well made, but often heavy. I always go Osprey now because of their amazing customer service and policies but Gregory makes great packs too.
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LSUintheNW
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| re: Looking at backpacks(daypacks). (Posted on 5/16/12 at 5:20 pm to cast away)
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What are your thoughts on Gregory packs? Any experience with them
From what i've been told they used to be good but are just falling behind the curve. No experience myself but from comparing I've noticed they are heavier.
Can't go wrong with Osprey OP. For a daypack i have an REI 25 liter trail pack. Got it on an awesome sale.
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