I've had this bag for several years and used for both traveling, day trips, around town things like picnics. It's such a versatile pack. The material is rugged and keeps dirt and water out of it. It compresses down to save space when I don't need it packed to the gills, but when I need to carry say a bunch of jackets for my family, my sling, water bottles, hats, it can hold all of it, and still have extra room. The external carry straps are great for when I have larger puffy jackets that won't fit inside. The slide out waist straps are something I've not seen on any other pack either. Most other packs they detach off or roll up inside, but I love how fast I can stow them when not needed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great bag built for adventures
on September 27, 2024
Posted by: Tink
from Uk
I've had this bag now for about 18 months and it's been brilliant. I used it to store my camera and gear in at home and for day trips, but it really comes into its own for photography trips abroad. Using the packing cubes you can optimise the space inside, I typically take a mirrorless body, a telephoto lens, a wide angle lens, filters, batteries, rain covers, memory cards and cleaning kit in a camera packing cube, and then a change of clothes in one of the other peak design clothing packing cubes. Perfect for hand luggage, this bag has been on African Safari, through the Australian Tropical Forests, and through the Amazon including camping out, so it's been put through its paces. It kept my gear accessible, safe, and dry (with the additional rain cover). It's got loads of handy pockets and features and has plenty of room. The build quality is excellent.
Only negatives are that it's not the most comfortable bag to wear for a long time when it's heavy, it digs into shoulders and small of the back on me. The only other negative would be that for the price I would hope the rain cover was included.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Hands down, the best travel backpack I've ever own
on October 9, 2024
Posted by: Chewy216
from Washington DC
Peak Design 45L Travel Backpack (Black)
Hands down, the best travel backpack I've ever owned. I've traveled to over 43 countries, and this bag has been a game changer! The 45L size is perfect for both short and extended trips, fitting everything I need without ever feeling bulky. It's incredibly durable and weatherproof, which has saved me on multiple adventures in unpredictable climates. The design is sleek, functional, and super versatile with customizable packing cubes and compartments. Whether I'm trekking through airports or hiking in the mountains, this bag is comfortable and reliable every step of the way. I can't recommend it enough!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
My search may be over......
on December 17, 2024
Posted by: B Nice
I've had my eye on this travel backpack for at least a year. I finally bought it as a Christmas gift to myself!! I travel monthly and have tried several packs. This one checks all the boxes and being a smaller woman, the waist belt was a big benefit for a pack this size.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Bespoke Build quality.
on December 27, 2024
Posted by: HLM
from Vermont
Peak Design thought of everything. Amazing details, incredible build quality.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
great travel bag for every situation
on January 6, 2025
Posted by: bob27
from san fran
ive used this of weekend trips, and multiweek adventures, it's great
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Excellent design
on April 1, 2025
Posted by: JF
from Arkansas
Bought as a gift and haven't given it yet, but my initial impression is the backpack is very well made and the organization is designed well. I'm a big fan of Aer products, and the organization and quality seems similar.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Perfect, Genius Design.
on September 29, 2025
Posted by: RobL
from Augusta, GA
I didn't know I needed this so badly. We were headed for 2 weeks in Europe and I needed a better option for a carry-on bag. Google search/ratings led me to this bag, that, though it was a higher cost option, had very great reviews. I could not be more thrilled with it. The super quality workmanship put into this and the amount of thought into the design is far better than anything I've had. Pockets are smartly placed, access to the main compartment with side zippers, handles all over the place, and clever stowing of the hip and shoulder straps are just a few of the things that make this such a great product. Throw in a lifetime warrantee and incredibly solid build, and I can confidently say I am a Peak Design fanboy.