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Osprey Talon 33 vs Patagonia Ascensionist 35L

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Patagonia Ascensionist 35L is the lighter option — 32 g lighter than the Osprey Talon 33 (4% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Osprey Talon 33 Patagonia Ascensionist 35L
Weight 770 g · 0.770 kg · 1.70 lb 738 g · 0.738 kg · 1.63 lb
Brand Osprey Patagonia
Category Backpack Backpack
Osprey Talon 33
770 g

Fast and light 33L daypack for trail running and day hikes.

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Patagonia Ascensionist 35L
738 g

Lightweight climbing and hiking 35L pack.

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Osprey Talon 33 vs Patagonia Ascensionist 35L: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Patagonia Ascensionist 35L wins — at 738 g it is 32 g (4%) lighter than the Osprey Talon 33 (770 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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