I carried this bag everywhere during a 2 week trip. Paired with some packing cubes, it has more than enough space to fit clothes, toiletries, and small souvenirs that I picked up along the way. The bag is super sturdy, although this means that you can't really fold it/crumple it up very easily, and it is a bit heavy when completely empty. Fully expanded, it just about squeezes into a standard-sized overhead bin on a plane. I used the outer straps to fasten an extra packing cube to the outside to hold more stuff in the main compartment. I didn't think I'd use it, but the side access comes in handy when trying to reach something stuffed at the bottom of the bag quickly, and the inner pockets help for small documents/pens/paper. Great bag all in all, and I'm happy I got it.
Can be used for just about everything, as I do! Not a 10/10 for hiking, but about everything else it’ll excel at. I find myself rarely using the expansion as it exceeds flight carry on limits, so i could’ve settled for a 30L, but it’s been nice and easy the times i’ve used it to fully pack it. The decompression partly undos itself if you use the side handles with any force, which is just about the only complaint i have.
Great organisation, customizability and adaption. The external straps and hip belt that can be hidden away are amazing.
This bag is bomb proof. Big enough to fit a bunch of stuff, but small enough to be a carryon. Great design. Plenty of pockets and organizers. Plenty of little thoughtful features throughout. All of the straps and the hip belt tuck neatly inside flaps on the back of the bag. I can't think of a single improvement.
I bought this bag a month ago and it’s amazing the design the thought put to the details of this bag. This one bag is all you’d need for your travel adventures.
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This bag was my first attempt at 1-bag travel. I was able to fit everything I need for a week-long trip in the 35L (non-expanded) mode. I used it with a large packing. I’ve, small packing cube, shoe bag, and large wash bag. It fits easily in the overhead bins, and is comfortable for carrying. The ability to shrink it to 30L (“daypack mode”) once you get to your destination is a nice touch. If you need a bit more space, using the lashing straps to attach a shoe bag or wash kit on the outside works well. The variety of pockets is great once you figure out how to best make them work for you (watch the video for ideas!). The laptop sleeve makes you forget you even have it with you.
Bought this pack about 2 months ago after purchasing the Peter Mckinnon everyday bag. In comparison they are both very high quality and definitely justify its price. I purchased this one because I wanted something a bit bigger that could carry everything without having to sacrifice taking things with me. Zippers are very good qulity. Storage space is hilarious as there I just keep finding more room to put stuff. side access is great as it works with my rather large canon r5c with a small rig cage and a 70-200 lens. It is rather water resistant as well. Someone spilled a drink while the bag was on the floor and it didn't get on the inside. I switch between both bags as this is too large for under the seat of a plane.
I bought this for a two week trip around Brazil (complete with packing cubes). It was great. Relatively lightweight and comfortable to wear. Easily fit in overhead carryon compartments (when not making larger with extension zip) in all planes from an ATR prop plane to a Boeing jet and everything in between. Tons of pockets to stuff things. Pretty durable - after 15 days of being thrown around various planes, trains and automobiles, nothing broke on the backpack or feels like it is about to break. Loved the ability to access main compartment both directly and through the front pocket.