Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack Zip 15L - Midnight
Customer Rating
5
Great bag!
on July 31, 2022
Posted by: Turtle626
from Hebron, KY
I recently took my zip backpack on a trip to Europe for a smaller option compared to my regular everyday backpack. I was surprised with how much it held still. I was able to fit my Sony a7ii with 28-70mm lens along with a 35mm, snacks, sunglasses, rain jacket, water bottle, iPad and still had room for some souvenirs. It felt lighter and was very comfortable hiking up the mountain. In the cities and on public transportation it was small enough that I didn’t feel I was invading other peoples space. I have the bone color and was also pleasantly surprised how well dirt came off. I like being in nature and do not worry about my bag when going through a cave or setting it down in the dirt, it held up great!
I already have the Everyday V2 in 30l because it is the only backpack that can comfortably fit my hilariously huge work laptop (seriously it's a horrible 15.6 inch 2.1lg monster). I also use it for small weekend trips.
But for "everyday" use it was too big, bulky and heavy. Sometimes I only want to carry a camera, a lens, Ipad mini, some water, a few accessories, snacks and maybe a jacket. The 15l zip fits perfectly for this role. I can carry everything I need for a daytrip and still have a small and lightweight backpack. For more storage I'll carry my camera on a PD capture clip. It even fits my M1 14" MPB if needed.
The only small downside is that the quick access eat quite a lot into your top storage compartment.
I bought this a couple months ago, and am extremely happy so far. The quality of the materials and design are excellent. My only concern was going for the 20 over the 15 since I haven't fully expanded my kit, but I am glad I gave myself the extra space. I can easily carry my mirrorless with three lenses, a MacBook Pro, notebooks, and extras with space to spare. In particular, I like that I can carry the tripod inside the pack if I don't want it visible when I'm commuting.
Bought it about a month ago for my fiancé; however, he needed a bigger bag so I got it and use it for my work stuff and laptop when traveling back and for from my home office to work campus. The laptop sleeve is a bit small for my laptop but the laptop fits beautifully in the large open space and I stack my other items beautifully on top organized in their own bags and pouches (docking station, power cables, Kensington lock, mouse, extra mouse batteries, glasses, phone charger, notebook, pens - I am a pen freak so carry more than I need, and much much more!!). I even have a rain jacket cinched at the bottom. Love the additional anchor points in various locations all over the bag.
I bought this about a month ago and was initially disappointed by the workmanship since it has white scuffs all over that wouldn’t come off. However, PD was quick to send a replacement out to me. I was looking for a backpack that can be used everyday for work or hiking with my gear and this one is perfect! The best part is that it’s lightweight even with my camera, drone and other misc items! Highly recommend this to everyone that has similar needs!