New(?) Osprey Escapist Bikepacking Specific Backpack...

[JReeves]

I just saw this for the first time posted on BikeRadar.com and thought I'd share...
http://www.bikeradar.com/mtb/gear/category/accessories/luggage/backpack/product/review-osprey-escapist-25-litre-pack-11-44843
 
Still have the tags on my Talon 22 that I bought last week, and this has me wondering...
It looks like it's been available in the UK for a while, as there are sites selling them, and reviews of it over there.  But I can't find anywhere in the US selling it.
Wonder when/if it'll make it's way here?  Seems like Osprey was receptive to all criticisms of the Talon and other packs, and added some features it lacked into the Escapist!

[JReeves]

Just gave them a ring, and an actual person answered on the second ring!  And to my surprise, had real answers!  This pack isn't currently on the market in the US.  They did some "testing" in the UK, and it's scheduled to hit the US with a Spring 2012 release date! 
Amazing customer service still exists!  And not my first awesome experience with them, a warranty on a large pack last year went extremely smooth too!

[unsponsored]

I really like the Talon range. I have a 4, 11,22 and 33!