Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Sage Green
Average customer rating
4.8
(978 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 978 reviews
5 Stars
835
4 Stars
115
3 Stars
25
2 Stars
3
1 Star
0
97%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Sage Green
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
2
Great product, questionable after-sales support
on September 1, 2024
Posted by: eli
from Barcelona, Spain
I bought the sage version and have enjoyed it immensely. I've used it as my main travel bag; with a small and medium packing cube it can easily handle a week-long trip. I've used it for hiking, including a 5 day, 125+km with a significant amount of rain (I put a cheap rain cover on it). However, one of the zipper pulls on the main compartment broke and I've asked twice for a replacement. They claim to have sent it via USPS (I live in Europe) without any tracking numbers and neither time has it arrived. The second time I even offered to pay for a more reliable shipping method but was denied. I'm grateful it's not something critical, but after three months of waiting I'm giving up on Peak Design support to fix this. I will just buy an after-market zipper pull or attach a carabiner to it or something. I'm grateful it's not a more important part but this has shaken my confidence in their ability to actually back their lifetime warranty. I'll think twice before getting any products from them in the future.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Awesome Backpack!
on April 7, 2021
Posted by: Anonymous
I recently used my travel backpack on a week-long trip to San Diego, and I had more than enough space to fit everything. Even when packed very full, the bag fit perfectly under the seat on the plane (the small seats in coach). Great pockets to organize smaller items, and great overall design for easy travel!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Not the perfect backpack they claimed but close
on November 15, 2021
Posted by: secateurs
from Alice Springs, Australia
I have had this backpack for a few months now. As you can see, I give it 4 stars and I really like the bag. Most of the features of the bag I really like. I won't go into them here because they have been covered by other online reviews.
However, I do have a few niggles that you don't hear much about online:
* The top carry handle is too small (doesn't stick up enough) so it is hard to grab the bag from the top, especially from beside the bag. For example, when grabbing it off the passenger side seat when I jump out of the car. I didn't think I'd use side grab handles much, but they're good for this - as long as I don't have anything in the side pouches. Even carrying the bag from the top carry handle can be annoying/painful because of the lack of clearance to the padded rear section of the bag. But maybe if it were bigger it would rub on your back/neck when wearing it as a backpack? I don't know.
* the buckles look like they will last a lot longer than the plastic ones on most other bags, but what's the point if they don't work? They are too slippery on the seatbelt-like material of the straps so they tend to loosen. This is especially annoying on the shoulder straps. If you let them get to the biggest setting it is difficult to tighten them up again as you can't get your finger in the loop to pull hard. This means you must take the backpack off to adjust the shoulder strap if it gets too loose.
* Similar issues with the sternum strap. It loosens way too easily. It's also more annoying than a normal sternum strap with a plastic buckle because all the length of the strap is on one side, so with the metal buckle hanging off it, it can really get annoying swinging around if you don't want to hook it on like it's designed to. It can also be difficult (but not impossible) to undo the strap with one hand (whereas a plastic one can be easily undone with one hand).
* The shoulder straps tend to slide off my shoulders if the sternum strap is not done up. I'm not sure whether it's the shape of the strap or whether they're too widely spaced for my shoulders, but this makes the finicky sternum strap even more annoying.
* The press studs at the top of the bag to reduce the volume of the bag are a great idea! Too bad they don't work. They don't hold strongly enough and eventually pop back open.
* The magnets on the front/bottom holding in the straps are spaced too widely or are too weak and a couple of times the straps have come out. I don't use those straps very much so for me it would be better to just have them zipped in. For others who get them out all the time maybe the magnets are more convenient, i don't know.
*ID pouch: Would anyone find it? I doubt it.
* Internal durability: I question whether the internal compartments will last the distance. They are made from very thin material.
However, I do have a few niggles that you don't hear much about online:
* The top carry handle is too small (doesn't stick up enough) so it is hard to grab the bag from the top, especially from beside the bag. For example, when grabbing it off the passenger side seat when I jump out of the car. I didn't think I'd use side grab handles much, but they're good for this - as long as I don't have anything in the side pouches. Even carrying the bag from the top carry handle can be annoying/painful because of the lack of clearance to the padded rear section of the bag. But maybe if it were bigger it would rub on your back/neck when wearing it as a backpack? I don't know.
* the buckles look like they will last a lot longer than the plastic ones on most other bags, but what's the point if they don't work? They are too slippery on the seatbelt-like material of the straps so they tend to loosen. This is especially annoying on the shoulder straps. If you let them get to the biggest setting it is difficult to tighten them up again as you can't get your finger in the loop to pull hard. This means you must take the backpack off to adjust the shoulder strap if it gets too loose.
* Similar issues with the sternum strap. It loosens way too easily. It's also more annoying than a normal sternum strap with a plastic buckle because all the length of the strap is on one side, so with the metal buckle hanging off it, it can really get annoying swinging around if you don't want to hook it on like it's designed to. It can also be difficult (but not impossible) to undo the strap with one hand (whereas a plastic one can be easily undone with one hand).
* The shoulder straps tend to slide off my shoulders if the sternum strap is not done up. I'm not sure whether it's the shape of the strap or whether they're too widely spaced for my shoulders, but this makes the finicky sternum strap even more annoying.
* The press studs at the top of the bag to reduce the volume of the bag are a great idea! Too bad they don't work. They don't hold strongly enough and eventually pop back open.
* The magnets on the front/bottom holding in the straps are spaced too widely or are too weak and a couple of times the straps have come out. I don't use those straps very much so for me it would be better to just have them zipped in. For others who get them out all the time maybe the magnets are more convenient, i don't know.
*ID pouch: Would anyone find it? I doubt it.
* Internal durability: I question whether the internal compartments will last the distance. They are made from very thin material.
All right, all right. So a few things I DO like about the bag then (I can't help myself!):
* cavernous side pouches. They just consume water bottles, no matter how large.
* laptop pouch. in the perfect position. feels very well protected, pretty easy to access
* Size: This bag is massive. I haven't even expanded the expansion zips yet!
* Weight is not an issue for me. For what it is, how big it is, and all the organisational pouches, it's a good weight.
* External durability: So far so good. I'm not gentle on the bag, putting it down wherever I need to. No scuffs or visible wear on the outside of the bag so far. Even after rubbing it against rocks and cement walls as I walk past (because it's so big)
* Security features
* cavernous side pouches. They just consume water bottles, no matter how large.
* laptop pouch. in the perfect position. feels very well protected, pretty easy to access
* Size: This bag is massive. I haven't even expanded the expansion zips yet!
* Weight is not an issue for me. For what it is, how big it is, and all the organisational pouches, it's a good weight.
* External durability: So far so good. I'm not gentle on the bag, putting it down wherever I need to. No scuffs or visible wear on the outside of the bag so far. Even after rubbing it against rocks and cement walls as I walk past (because it's so big)
* Security features
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
The Perfect Travel Pack?
on December 23, 2021
Posted by: Rappo
from Arizona
I purchased this backpack to replace a North Face "Overhaul 40" pack. Just returned from a 6 day trip where I only carried my Peak Designs Travel Pack. Wow! I was very impressed with how this pack was able to accommodate everything I needed for a six day trip. The outer slip pockets on each side of the pack were great for holding an umbrella and large water bottle. I found the layout of the pockets and compartments to be well organized. I also purchased a couple of Peak Design packing cubes for use with this pack. I was surprised how well designed the cubes were. The compression feature allowed me to pack the cube full and then zip it down for a more compact fit. The cubes let you pack a lot of clothes into this pack. I purchased a small rubber net online that easily secures to the tie down loops on the outside of the pack. This makes for a quick way to carry a light jacket or items you want to have rapid access to. Another thing I like about this pack is the quality. It is very well made and will likely survive years of travel. BTW... On my last trip the pack easily fit under the airline seat.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
Overall OK, some design flaws
on February 8, 2022
Posted by: RedBaron
from Atlanta, GA
I have been using this bag for over a year on many trips. It is overall ok and once you get used to its quirks you really appreciate it more.
The good:
-High quality materials that look very sleek, are sturdy, and easy to clean.
-The inside is very spacious with many compartments and pockets.
-Compresses down to a smaller size and can confirm that it passes as a personal item on Spirit flights when compressed.
-It stands upright by itself.
-Side access is great.
-Being able to tuck the straps in is nice to keep everything looking organized.
-High quality materials that look very sleek, are sturdy, and easy to clean.
-The inside is very spacious with many compartments and pockets.
-Compresses down to a smaller size and can confirm that it passes as a personal item on Spirit flights when compressed.
-It stands upright by itself.
-Side access is great.
-Being able to tuck the straps in is nice to keep everything looking organized.
The bad:
-Bag is heavy.
-The sternum strap is a pain to use. It looks nice but functionally it is hard to engage, and to disengage you need both hands, not ideal when traveling when one hand is most likely holding something else.
-Hip supports are pretty much useless.
-Straps are not the most comfortable and the back is not well ventilated, so it will get hot.
-The compression clips come undone easily, especially if the bag is fully loaded and you grab the side handles.
-Side pockets are too tight. Getting a water bottle in is hard and is a two handed operation.
-Bag is heavy.
-The sternum strap is a pain to use. It looks nice but functionally it is hard to engage, and to disengage you need both hands, not ideal when traveling when one hand is most likely holding something else.
-Hip supports are pretty much useless.
-Straps are not the most comfortable and the back is not well ventilated, so it will get hot.
-The compression clips come undone easily, especially if the bag is fully loaded and you grab the side handles.
-Side pockets are too tight. Getting a water bottle in is hard and is a two handed operation.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design