Osprey Talon 22 Backpack vs Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Talon 22 Backpack and the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is that the Talon 22 Backpack has Internal Compartments (Internal zippered mesh pocket with key clip) while the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack does not.

Osprey Talon 22 Backpack
Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Talon 22 Backpack Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 22L 26L
Dimensions (in) 22.05 x 9.84 x 9.06 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83
Weight (lb) 2 1.6
Fabric Recycled 100D x 210D Nylon, PFC-free DWR 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow
Color 4 color and patterns 5 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2019 August 2, 2012
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Biostretch hipbelt with pockets Removable webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Stretch woven harness pocket, hydration pocket, stretch-mesh front panel pocket, top pocket, and 2 side pockets Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket with key clip
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock bike helmet and blinker light attachment Trekking pole attachment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable webbing hipbelt
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Airscape back panel Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Internal / External Frame LightWire internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso Harness system easily adjusts to fit various torso lengths
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Talon 22 Backpack by Osprey against the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Talon 22 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features.

The Osprey Talon 22 Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.05 x 9.84 x 9.06. It's made of Recycled 100D x 210D Nylon, PFC-free DWR and is available in 4 color and patterns in comparison the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.