Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Coyote
Average customer rating
4.8
(1,077 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,077 reviews
5 Stars
912
4 Stars
121
3 Stars
32
2 Stars
6
1 Star
6
96%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Coyote
Customer Rating
3
Great -- but not built for short torsos
on December 18, 2019
Posted by: Anonymous
I bought the travel bag for an 11 day trip through Japan with four city hops and a light but fair amount of walking. This bag was incredible in so many ways: tons of storage, the exact right amount of pockets, able to fit a ton of gear plus enough space to fit cold weather clothes.
The only problem is that I experienced a fair amount of back and shoulder pain, because I couldn't get the bag to sit on my body right. I'm 5'5, 115 lbs, and I've been on multiple backpacking trips where I'm carrying a similar amount of weight 5-10+miles per day. While my torso is pretty long for someone my height, the only conclusion I can come to is that this bag is just not for shorter torsos. I couldn't pull the shoulder straps tight enough to be balancing the weight across my hips while relying on my shoulders for stability, even with the chest strap (which don't even get me started on the boob-bruising that strap caused).
I really love this bag and wanted it to work, but I just don't know that it was made for me.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
Mostly good
on January 22, 2025
Posted by: Sarah
from Seattle
I’ll be honest, I love nearly everything about this bag (I have the 30L one. As a photographer I can use a camera cube, the large toiletry bag and still have space for 2 laptops and a lot more. My qualms is that the handle/luggage pass through is AWFUL. This bag is heavy, it has a lot of important stuff in it so having it on my roller suitcase is ideal and yet the luggage pass thought is nothing like any of their other backpacks. The other style works SO much better and I often find myself debating whether to take the everyday backpack or the travel one. Like once this bag is all loaded up if I use the luggage pass through it will literally fall off when I’m rolling through the airport.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
1
Straps don't hold up, LOOSEN often
on March 10, 2025
Posted by: MinTavelerPIX
from Canada
I initially loved this bag when I was gifted it, but after using it, I started noticing some major design flaws. The biggest issue is that the straps simply don’t hold up. The sternum/chest strap loosens within minutes, and unfortunately, all the other straps do too. When my bag is fully loaded with a laptop, one camera body, three lenses (12-24mm, 24-70mm, 70-200mm), a tripod, and my travel essentials, the straps fail to stay secure. Even when carrying just my camera gear, they constantly come loose, which is incredibly frustrating.
Another major design oversight is the lack of external straps to secure a tripod or other gear. I learned this the hard way when my Peak Design Carbon Fiber tripod slipped out and hit the ground as I bent over to take a quick photo—damaging an expensive piece of equipment I needed later that day.
Comfort is also a concern. After just a few hours of walking around the city, the shoulder straps started rubbing against my neck, causing irritation and discomfort. It became so bothersome that I couldn't fully enjoy my day.
Overall, while this bag had potential, its poor strap design and lack of essential features make it a disappointing choice for serious photographers or travelers. I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone carrying a significant amount of gear.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Comfort meets function
on November 4, 2019
Posted by: Zack
It was time for a new work/travel pack. I chose Peak to replace my ebag and I know I made a great choice. My first work trip this past week gave me the chance to really test it out. First off the comfort of this pack is amazing. I travel with a lot of crap- laptop, books, binders, headphones, all the wires, gadgets and such, snacks, water bottle to name a few. The pack has tons of pouches and quick access to the top and side of the main storage area. There are handles everywhere so you can quickly grab and manuever it around.
And as I mentioned the shoulder straps and pack contour to my back perfectly for a comfortable carry. Thanks for a great pack!
And as I mentioned the shoulder straps and pack contour to my back perfectly for a comfortable carry. Thanks for a great pack!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Legit
on January 16, 2020
Posted by: Jesse
Unlike a lot of products/companies in this segment, these bags are totally legit. The design, construction, and quality of materials are superior to most other bags I've tried. The extra features are actually functional and not gimmicks. I bought this and the 45/65L duffel and both work perfectly for me. If I was forced to come up with any complaint it would be that this bag is very heavy on its own, so when its loaded out it is most likely over the carry-on weight for some airlines that check that sort of thing. Super comfortable to carry though. Also don't sleep on the packing cubes, they're perfect.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
It is Huge but it is also a great bag for travel with all gears in
on August 3, 2020
Posted by: DANIEL
It is a really great backpack for travel. I have all PD bags like sling 5L, 10L, Everyday backpack 20&30L. I use these bag for hike, walk or work, so they have different uses. I have traveled to Japan in Jan before COVID and I found 30L is no long fit all my new gear in. Thus, I did some reviews on other brands as well as my favour brand Peak Design. I decided to get one more collection from PD with its medium cube. It FIT all my gear with all square filters as well as all my cameras. In my opinion, the shoulder straps are more comfortable than my 30L when fully loaded. The anti-thief system also make me feel safe when I am walking on street.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Great bag
on June 16, 2022
Posted by: Eugene D
from Vancouver
Bought the 45L Travel Backpack and overall I'm very happy with it. Couple of things to note, the material of the bag gets dirty quite easily especially if you have a hairy dog. I constantly have some sort of marks and hair on it. I also like the cube design of the bag but I don't love the fact that we have to spend even more to make this bag functional plus the cube system robs precious space within the bag itself. There is some dead space all around the bag with the cube system inside. Overall, I'm pretty satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
great features and excellent quality, very heavy
on April 19, 2023
Posted by: ricatayakahusta
from West Lafayette, Indiana
excellently constructed item. 45L mode was excellent for long distance travel with my things and camera gear. 35L mode was perfect for flights and fitting it under the seat. 30L was excellent for on-campus commute as a college student.
The only two downsides are, one it is very heavy. Two, the backpack straps aren't very comfortable.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design