Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Sage Green
Average customer rating
4.8
(1,124 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,124 reviews
5 Stars
943
4 Stars
132
3 Stars
34
2 Stars
9
1 Star
6
96%of customers recommend this product.
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650)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Sage Green
Customer Rating
5
My eternal travel companion, thru thick and thin..
on November 2, 2023
Posted by: WoodLoper
from Odenwald, Germany
When I set off to travel, the first thing I ALWAYS grab, is my Travel Backpack. Then I proceed to stuff ... no, that's not right, this bag is set up so that I don't have to stuff, rather I strategically structure the contents (my stuff) into the incredibly well thought-out recesses of the Backpack. (SOMEtimes, on rare occasions, I realise that I DO need a bigger bag, despite the expanding zippers, and then I regrettably grab a duffle...). It's sometimes amazing, though, what I DO manage to fit into the Travel Backpack. And even more amazing that I manage to find it all again without major difficulties thanks to the various interior pockets, dividers and access hatches.
I've used the bag for extended weekends, for week-long business travel with a laptop, and for five days of hiking in the African wilderness. (And only this one bag, no others!) It has proven robust and resilient, inherently flexible, and also exceptionally comfortable despite being loaded with 12-18 Kg of my Stuff. The s-shaped shoulder straps with a chest strap, the large hip belt, and the optional rain-fly all combine to make it just as outdoor-viable as it is trains, planes and automobiles viable. And in these last conditions, little things like zipper garages, security tabs and even locking loops make sure that my Stuff stays my Stuff. And after all this travel, the bag still manages to look sharp and neat, and not totally exhausted. (Like me!)
I also love the multiple outside attachment points that let me strap on a jacket, a tent or whatever else I think of in the last minute and can't manage to fit into the bag... Not to mention the not one, but TWO outside bottle pockets (that are just as good for an umbrella (not my personal favourite...) or a packet of biscuits (more my thing!), and the neatly concealed but readily accessible passport and document pockets.
This bag was designed by (real!) travelers for travelers, and built by engineers who know what they are doing.
I've used the bag for extended weekends, for week-long business travel with a laptop, and for five days of hiking in the African wilderness. (And only this one bag, no others!) It has proven robust and resilient, inherently flexible, and also exceptionally comfortable despite being loaded with 12-18 Kg of my Stuff. The s-shaped shoulder straps with a chest strap, the large hip belt, and the optional rain-fly all combine to make it just as outdoor-viable as it is trains, planes and automobiles viable. And in these last conditions, little things like zipper garages, security tabs and even locking loops make sure that my Stuff stays my Stuff. And after all this travel, the bag still manages to look sharp and neat, and not totally exhausted. (Like me!)
I also love the multiple outside attachment points that let me strap on a jacket, a tent or whatever else I think of in the last minute and can't manage to fit into the bag... Not to mention the not one, but TWO outside bottle pockets (that are just as good for an umbrella (not my personal favourite...) or a packet of biscuits (more my thing!), and the neatly concealed but readily accessible passport and document pockets.
This bag was designed by (real!) travelers for travelers, and built by engineers who know what they are doing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
A great bag with some weird design choices
on October 30, 2023
Posted by: Sam
from Sacramento
Great things: storage capacity, quality, look.
Weird/bad things: side access only has 1 zipper at the top, not enough small pockets for things, no internal divider, must buy separate camera cube, back gets real sweaty due to no ventilation.
Weird/bad things: side access only has 1 zipper at the top, not enough small pockets for things, no internal divider, must buy separate camera cube, back gets real sweaty due to no ventilation.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
The Ultimate Backpack
on October 30, 2023
Posted by: Jenn
from Sweden
My husband and I each bought a travel backpack as our engagement present to ourselves, 5 years later the backpacks are still going strong and have traveled with us across three continents. Mine is in mint condition still and has held up really well to quite a lot of travel. I once lived out of this backpack for 2 months, yup it fit everything I needed and I lugged it across six cities. It's my go-to bag, I really appreciate the thoughtful design elements, the hidden pockets, the expansion options, the interior organization, the streamlined profile, and the elevated laptop pocket.
Things I wish could be improved - it's a bit heavy when empty, the straps are not super comfortable for long hours of carry, ideally the expansion would be in the main compartment rather than the front compartment, would love a hidden pocket sewn into the sides of one of the straps so you have essentially a chest pocket when wearing the backpack (there's one on the waist strap but not the shoulder straps).
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Best bag ever
on October 23, 2023
Posted by: joaodp
from Spain
Best bag I’ve ever seen in my live. I wish I had 50$ to get the sling as well
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Perfect if it wasn't SO heavy
on October 20, 2023
Posted by: sbrnyc
from NYC
Super well-made bag, one of the nicest looking of its kind. Fits a lot for the volume, and love that it semi-contracts for a smaller load. But it's SO HEAVY at 4.5 lbs empty. If lighter materials were used, and the bag clocked in around 3.5 lbs like many competitive bags, it would be a top pick.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Overall good pack, but sternum strap is useless
on October 17, 2023
Posted by: Mr. Mike
from nashville tn
I'm generally happy with this product, but one big gripe is that the sternum strap is useless. If you try to pull it tight, it promptly loosens right back up, so you may as well not have it. I think the designers got a bit cute with this part of the pack. Backpacks have included sternum straps that work (with buckles) for decades. Just replicate that. Moreover, because of the "single strap" design, there is no way to simply add a buckle so that the strap is actually functional. You need 2 ends of the strap for a buckle.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great quality and features
on October 17, 2023
Posted by: Sheckie
Really terrific design and features. Cool nooks and crannies; these folks think about everything!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Only bag for a long trip
on October 15, 2023
Posted by: bpickettq
from Albuquerque
I bought this before my 5 week trip to Mongolia. I packed it as my only bag that I was able to compress the bag allowing me to use it as a carry on luggage. There aren't many pockets/compartment, so it can be challenging to find gear/clothing unless you're very organized. Easy carry as a backpack or shoulder sling. The bag did very well at keeping my gear dry, and fabric was durable during my trek. I like the versatility of this bag for travel.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design