I bought this bag based on online reviews of the V1 bag. This bag has met my expectations, albeit with a change in expectations and the resultant layout. I'm very used to bags that store the items horizontally when the bag is laid on its' back. This "vertical" concept for lack of a better term, was at first a bit of a disappointment until I began to determine just how and what I was going to store in the different locations. Suffice to say that with a change in my thought process and the help of several smaller cases to hold small items, I was able to put a lot more into this bag than I have in any other I've used before. The only real issue is that the straps are a bit thinner than you'd expect in a bag that is able to hold this much gear. Also, the placement of a PD Capture clip on the strap is not all that intuitive, i.e. the location placement based on strap width is not ideal. With that said, I've enjoyed the bag nonetheless. It does hold a whole lot of stuff!
I've already taken this bag across multiple countries and it's held up beautifully. Even elements that I've been nervous about, like the velcro, elastic, and stitching have shown themselves to be truly quality. I can't speak to what it'll be like after a few years, but it's so functional and easy to adapt to my daily needs, I can't see getting a better bag.
No complaints, this backpack is exactly what I was looking for. I have a smaller crop sensor camera with multiple lenses and I love being able to organize them exactly the way I want.
They did an amazing job at maximizing space and function while keeping off any excess. Even though its a small bag it still has a lot of room for all your gear.
One of the best camera backpacks I've ever used. This new bag by peak is a champ and looks really sleek. All my photographer friends were impressed. It's sturdy, well made, and has a hard casing to protect your most prized camera gear. It's also waterproof! I just recently bought this and have already used it on a few photography trips. The padding and straps are very comfortable and make it a breeze to carry around while you walk. I took this along on a hike and didn't feel bothered by having this bag on my back. It's that comfy!!
I am 5'6 and bought the 30L bag to use for school as well as the camera equipment. This bag fits the camera equipment beautifully but at my height it almost feels like a travellers back pack. If there was a 25L that would be the perfect size. Overall the bag has some amazing and clever features. I have processed a return request however, it seems to be more challenging than expected.
By comparison to some of the other backpacks I own, PD's Everyday Backpack 20L's straps are just not padded enough. After a few hours of walking with a fully loaded one, they become uncomfortable. I added third party padding to the straps. Wish it either comes with more padding, or have them available for purchase. (Same problem with the V1 messenger bag).
The dividers are structurally stiff, which is mostly good. Sometimes the placement makes the zipper harder to zip up if the divider is placed right at the point where the front starts to curve back.
PD's suggestion of setting up the Capture Clip on the padded portion of the strap is very uncomfortable to me--the metal protrudes into my collar bone. It also puts the camera too high, allowing it to bounce too much. I place the clip much lower on the non padded portion of the strap, closer to a gun holster position which is more secured and allows for faster access.
Probably I will be the first one who own the everyday backpack V2 WHO lives in China. after PD release V2 i immediately contact my friend in CA, ask her to bring me back a midnight 30L. i own almost every products of PD, huge fan. everytime see PD release new product is like to see a new apple event. PD really consider what people need and breaking routines, recreate things. what i think the concept of bag is flexible loaded and easy to take it out. PD is doing it very well. i love my new V2, is less shaped more round. side pockets are better category. new color is more iconic and unique. LOVE to touch it everytime is like play a new iphone. now im waiiting for the PD tripod and messenger V2, hope it is great as they used to be.