Osprey Talon 44

The Osprey Talon 44 is a versatile pack spanning day hikes to weekend trips of one to two nights, and per the listed data suitable for lighter mountaineering use as well. The AirScape foam back panel sits closer to the body than the mesh systems used elsewhere in the range, torso length is adjustable, and the shoulder straps are equipped with load lifters. The body is 100% recycled high-tenacity nylon that's PFC-free, with a tougher 400D recycled nylon packcloth base. Feature-wise it's well-equipped for its category: a valuables pocket, a sunglasses pocket, a removable lid pocket, two side and one front stretch-mesh pocket, dual ice axe loops, a clip-style helmet holder, and a Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment that lets you stash a pole one-handed while walking. At 1160 g for 44 L (26.4 g/L), it's one of the lighter packs in Osprey's classic lineup. The manufacturer also lists a lifetime free-repair program for it.