When I first saw the design I knew I wanted it. I have taken it to multiple photo shoots and several states and it still looks as good as the day it arrived! I have since invested in several other PEAK products.
Having bought this a couple weeks ago, I was heavily indecisive between this pack and the WANDRD Prvke backpack. I decided to pick this one with the promises of high quality and detail. It did not disappoint, there is no doubt that the detail and quality in the materials chosen and the intricate details of the backpack truly make the pack stand out. I found it admirable that Peak is pushing the market in a different direction, I found the shelves to be a really interesting new way to use a backpack, approaching it from 3 directions as opposed to the primitive top sack opening. I also appreciated the magnetic touches on this pack, the mag latch and the little pocket locks are a really nice addition that is lacking in many techpacks these days. I did however find some capabilities to be lacking of this pack, I felt that it was not the most intuitive camera carry, however its modularity allowed it to delve a little bit into photography gear carry, but enough to be able to be used for other cases. I did find my lenses to be too small and not secure in the shelves, sometimes my gear would slip down from the shelf to shelf too. I think the straps need more love, I've seen plenty of reviews saying it isn't the best, and its integration with the capture clip could use some more love as well. I typically use most of the back day to day and the strap often leaves me a little sore.
The ability to sort and organize my things in various ways depending on my needs is amazing! The removable and movable Velcro dividers make it super easy to store things I may not need a lot and keep things I need at the top of the bag. I love the side panel access on both sides and used that frequently. The two laptop and tablet storage pockets are great for travel when I need to carry both items. I used this as a carry on for my last flight and it fit under the seat in front of me. Love this backpack!
So, I’m a pilot, and I use this bag for nothing photography related, but I’m obsessed with the organizational aspect of the Peak Design backpack. I can fit my headset, my books, my sentry, laptop, iPad, batteries, cables, badges, etc all in a very very organized location all without it looking like a bunch of garbage throw into a bag. The Maglatch is my favorite thing ever, I use it all the time to access my books, while I use the side zippers to access the contents while my bag is on a table or in the aircraft.
Had a few loose threads upon arrival, but I just cut the loose ends off and I haven’t had any issues regarding integrity of sewn joints.
Iv had my students ask about this bag and tell me they were interested in it many times. I highly recommend to anybody.
I did the YouTube deep dive before getting this pack, and I went to the trouble of traveling an hour away to my nearest camera store so I could really see and feel the different options for myself. From the quality to the functionality to the styling, I'm thrilled with this Peak Design pack. One of the employees at the camera store tried to point me toward another brand—and it was indeed nice. But it was rugged where the Peak Design pack was elegant. I love every little detail, especially the magnetic closures in key places. I can finally access my laptop easily while keeping my camera and lenses safe—with some space left over for toiletries and tech gear.
I absolutely love my everyday bag. I carry one body+lens and another lens with daytrip needs. I've been using it for years now and it has never let me down.
To be able to get into this bag from any side is choice. When you’re crammed in economy class and your bag is under the seat Please look like my, it’s extremely helpful if you want to get what you need out of the bag without having to dig it all the way through the bag down to the bottom. If you travel with a lot of small things, self adjusting compartments are extremely valuable.
Love the Everyday Backpack help carry all my everyday items to my game day items so much space so I don’t have to carry multiple bags or leave items behind