Osprey Solo

Good minimalist backpack.

This is a small daypack or, more precisely, an accessory pack.

I have use it a couple of times for alpine climbing. From the tent to the route and back, during a day. It could be useful when you just want to take the absolute minimum, like some water and a wind jacket. I used it also to carry my shoes during the climbing and was just enough. However, this is not what the Solo was designed for, there are better options just for this scope.

It has 8 L and is pretty light. It packs small if using a larger backpack for approach, or can be attached to it for extra space. Because of its size limitation, you are forced to take just the absolutely necessary during your day adventure.

It has a Yoke-style harness with a waist-belt that comes a little high if you're taller. Don't expect too much comfort.

Perfect for someone wanting a small light pack for lunch and a jacket.

Bought recently as I just started country walks. Was going to go with the swanky Talon 11 which probably keeps your back a lot cooler, but it's around £65. Brought this with delivery for £10 used on ebay. Talons go for about £50 used.

The bag is solid and packs small and light. Holds a thin rain jacket a sandwich box and a long drinks bottle. Sits flat on my back and is comfortable.

Will use it to death then buy the Talon 11 as I'm loving Osprey bags now. To me it's everything a day pack should be. If you need more space you're carrying too much.

I'm 6ft with 44-inch chest.

Background

None, it's my first. I usually hate backpacks as they are bulky.

The purpose of this pack is for you to head up to your final destination/limitation. Size is reasonable.

Only one con, it is quite difficult to in-corperate to the big Osprey pack.