I am probably asking too much of 1 pack but thought I would ask here. I've grown tired of the messenger style commuter/laptop bags and want to move into a backpack. The Osprey Radial 26 has caught my eye.

I'm looking for a pack that can bike, commute via car or bike, occasional day hike, and handle a couple days of downhill skiing. In your opinion/experience, can the Radial 26 handle all of those activities? It's primary roll would be commuting with a laptop, lunch, and assorted items for the day; other activities are secondary. I've read a couple reviews where it scored low marks when hiking due to the waist "strap" (I'm reluctant to call it a belt). I have other bags and packs but my plan is to replace my ski day pack and 2 messenger type laptop bags with this 1 pack. If the Radial 26 is essentially a 1 trick pony (cycling), then I need to look elsewhere.

A 26L pack is about all I would need/want so if there are other suggestions, I would love to hear some recommendations!

Thanks!