Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Coyote
Average customer rating
4.8
(1,122 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,122 reviews
5 Stars
943
4 Stars
130
3 Stars
34
2 Stars
9
1 Star
6
96%of customers recommend this product.
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649)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Coyote
Customer Rating
4
To the East Coast and Southwest
on November 22, 2020
Posted by: Zacchaeus
It's rare that I ever give out 5-star reviews, and this case is no different. Perfection only exists in myths; however, this pack is damm-near close. I carried this pack with me from Arizona, to Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, North Carolina, Florida, and the Florida Keys (Fall, 2019). My trip lasted 6 weeks. It performed outstanding. The only critique I have is that smaller flap that opens towards the outside (not the large, clamshell zipper) gets a bit awkward when you open it. In other words, it would be nice if the zippers went all the way down. Instead, there's about an inch or two leftover towards the bottom, and it makes opening the bag here a bit difficult. Other than that, this bag is solid. I highly recommend it and can't wait to take another trip with it.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Best overall travel bag to date - Great EDC bag as well
on November 18, 2020
Posted by: neato
This is the best overall bag I've used. (Osprey Farpoint, Goruck GR1, TAD Lightspeed, and various TNF/Patagonia packs in comparison)
Extremely well thought out, useful size/expansion, and great materials throughout. Access and zippers are fantastic. The magnetic flaps and strap stowage are very convenient (especially for airplane travel).
My only nitpick is the shoulder straps could use more padding. I ASSume this thinner padding was done for easier strap stowage so I can live with it. For heavy packing, I switch over to my GoRuck GR1.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Almost perfect
on November 16, 2020
Posted by: John
It's so close to perfect and you can read a thousand reviews on why it's so good so I'm just going to go over things that I hope they improve on.
1) The laptop compartment has that annoying velcro strap which things will always get stuck to when pulling things in and out of the bag. I don't know why they didn't use magnets here.
2) The backpack straps flop around when you not using them. You can tuck them away I just want it sit still when I'm carrying the bag or only using one strap instead of having to tuck them away.
3) The laptop pocket is safe but it doesn't give the feeling of safety that Ogio RSS backpack does when you drop your laptop in it. This is picky but I rather lose everything else I have instead of my laptop.
Other stuff are things like the side pockets are very tall but still would be nice to have the magnetic closure. The straps on top could use a little more padding as if you are carrying the backpack that way it's not comfortable.
Once again these guys/gals have thought things though a lot and this is the best backpack out there so this is just being picky. So close to perfect though. So...close!
P.S. Truly HATE that velcro strap though...why was that approved? Why?! Peack design of anything shouldn't include velcro. Ever!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
BUY IT
on October 26, 2020
Posted by: Anonymous
I love this backpack. The straps perfectly fit my frame (5'4”) and I love the expandability. The snaps are difficult at first but they get easier with use. The coloring is beautiful and the quality is top notch. I can't wait for my next trip.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Well worth the money!
on October 25, 2020
Posted by: Dane
Great backpack for using as a carryon and getting to and from out boat as a weekend bag! Love all the features, definitely can Peak Design spent some research hours as this bag has every feature and more. Would definitely recommend this bad to anyone that travels!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Love the number of ways you can get in.
on October 24, 2020
Posted by: Anonymous
I love the number of ways I can get into this bag. You can use the internal divider or fold it down for maximum capacity. Straps feel comfortable and have a unique way to hide away. I've been wearing it around the house preparing for the day when we can all travel again.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
You'll need a time machine to find a better backpack...
on October 24, 2020
Posted by: Anonymous
You need this backpack. The only way you'll find a better travel backpack is if you acquire a time machine to travel into the future and buy the next version of this pack from Peak Design. If you travel with a laptop, this pack pairs nicely with the PD Tech Pouch for all those dingly dongles ya got floating around. I travel around and teach SketchUp (not so much in 2020, though), and this pack has been really great for keeping all the things in places where I can find/get to them when needed.
This pack is also surprisingly comfortable when loaded up. It sounds ridiculous to write this, but I have seriously considered using this pack on multi-day backpacking trips because my North Face 40L isn't nearly as comfortable. Perhaps PD will branch out and make something purpose-built for navigating dirt trails as well. Anyway, if you're still reading this... you've already wasted too much time not having this backpack.
This pack is also surprisingly comfortable when loaded up. It sounds ridiculous to write this, but I have seriously considered using this pack on multi-day backpacking trips because my North Face 40L isn't nearly as comfortable. Perhaps PD will branch out and make something purpose-built for navigating dirt trails as well. Anyway, if you're still reading this... you've already wasted too much time not having this backpack.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Totally cool
on October 23, 2020
Posted by: orazio spoto
I am a collector of backpacks and travel luggage and I already own a lot of PD products. I also baked the travel backpack campaign where I limited myself to taking the backpack accessories only and finally decided to place the order for the big boy. So I'm using it with its accessories and everything works beautifully. I'm using without its accessories and everything works perfectly too, except having to bother myself a minute more to better organize the space (I did this only once, why should I bother myself?) I love the fact that the backpack can change the size thanks to the zips and the clip which allows me to go out for a photo session without seeming to leave for Antarctica. On the other hand, the possibility to expand the backpack by travelling by train or by car allows me to carry more stuff without having the hassle of checking in.
I love the way to open it because it allows me to immediately take my beloved Macbook and I'm able to use it wherever I am. I'm waiting for the right time to buy the tripod because it perfectly fits the side pocket. Of course, I would add. With regards to the photographic issue, I use the Cube Small that I easily hooked to the backpack. Good job PD! Keep it up! Greetings from Italy
I love the way to open it because it allows me to immediately take my beloved Macbook and I'm able to use it wherever I am. I'm waiting for the right time to buy the tripod because it perfectly fits the side pocket. Of course, I would add. With regards to the photographic issue, I use the Cube Small that I easily hooked to the backpack. Good job PD! Keep it up! Greetings from Italy
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design