Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Black
Average customer rating
4.3
(216 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 216 reviews
5 Stars
136
4 Stars
44
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
9
1 Star
9
87%of customers recommend this product.
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165 out of
190)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Black
Customer Rating
5
Clean and sexy
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Justin
from Asheville
I’ve been a pandering supporter since their first kickstarter campaign for the messenger bag. This bag is exceptional. I love the look and feel of it and using it has be a dream!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Advanced and easy-to-use hiking camera backpack
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Julian
from Taiwan, Taipei
Based on my experience with many hiking camera backpacks and a few months of using this one, I am impressed by many of the features of this backpack, but I feel there are still some areas that need improvement.
1. The shoulder strap is a bit stiff, and it hurts a bit on the shoulder after wearing it for a long time. Maybe the foam can be softer.
2. After using the clip, the space for adjusting the camera position is a bit small, and the docking pocket on the chest will be sealed by the clip and can't be used.
3. The Camera Cube MS size component can only be fixed to the edge of one side of the backpack. The other side will fall off because it can't be fixed.
4. The back of the fabric is smooth and easily scratched, especially the bottom.
5. While hiking backpacks are starting to get lighter and lighter, and many advanced and durable lightweight fabrics are available, this backpack is still too heavy.
1. The shoulder strap is a bit stiff, and it hurts a bit on the shoulder after wearing it for a long time. Maybe the foam can be softer.
2. After using the clip, the space for adjusting the camera position is a bit small, and the docking pocket on the chest will be sealed by the clip and can't be used.
3. The Camera Cube MS size component can only be fixed to the edge of one side of the backpack. The other side will fall off because it can't be fixed.
4. The back of the fabric is smooth and easily scratched, especially the bottom.
5. While hiking backpacks are starting to get lighter and lighter, and many advanced and durable lightweight fabrics are available, this backpack is still too heavy.
There is still portion for improvement, but I've always been a fan of this brand., this brand is also very innovative and leading in texture and design. I will continue to use this backpack in the future.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great Bag!
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Shaft
from San Antonio
Versatile well built bag for gear and clothes/accessories. Nice size for a run/gun light fashion/environmental shoot. Everything contained in one bag with different options to carry/secure in and on the bag. I love this bag!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Love this backpack!
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Holly
I recently used it as my everyday backpack while on a week long trip to Tokyo. We did a lot of walking each day and it lived up to the hype. I loaded it with some camera gear, water bottle, and souvenirs that I had purchased along the way. The padding in the shoulder straps worked wonderfully, as I didn't experience any hot spots on my shoulders or discomfort.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
It’s good!
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: M Moon
from SF Bay Area
Grabbed this on Kickstarter. Feel like smaller pockets are missing. Trying to modularize with the small Peak bags with the various cord attachments but not finding the right balance or placement for me. It’s a beautiful bag and I think it will improve with more use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Amazing with a few minor misses
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Bagbro16
from Irvine
Love the quality of the materials, the thoughtful additions, and peak design flare that keeps me a loyal customer. I think I own almost every bag - or at least have at some point. I’ve been dreaming of a PD outdoor line for years and finally got my wish. Minor gripes, the addition of the sling for front carry is super creative but doesn’t allow you to cinch the straps like you would a normal chest strap. So anywhere you go for long distances it looses its value - I prefer the tighter chest strap. The interior drop pocket is just a weird placement - so it’s difficult to store anything in there you need bc it’s hard to get to. The side drop pockets on the front of the bag are great but vertical and I just forget to zip them sometimes cause they are hidden - shouldn’t unhide them but they should stop with like 2 inches to go so stuff gets caught inside more often then falling out. Would love to have a quick drop zip pocket alternative on the outside that’s horizontal - not vertical. Doesn’t need to be big but just secure. I love the loops all over the bag for attaching things but some backpacking or heavier accessories like a tent or tripod can come loose over long walks with just the string cinch cords. Would love a small pair of actual straps somewhere that can be used to cinch tight those bigger or bulkier items. Lastly - it’s pretty heavy - cost of premium materials is that they usually weight a bit more but I’d rather quality and durability than light weight.
All this to say - I still really love the bag. It feels like the highest quality. I’m nervous to take it outside because I don’t want to beat it up because it’s so beautiful but it’s meant for that and has handled the outdoors like a champ. Excited to see if I can take it on a 5-day backpacking trip.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
Overall great bag
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Kevin
from Vancouver, BC
Really spacious big for cameras and there is lots of storage.
A couple of improvement ideas:
1. Top sheet is easily scratched. Went for one trip and the top section is already scratched in multiple areas. In some conners where the top fabric is bent, the edge is also wearing out. The quality in much poorer than I expected.
1. Top sheet is easily scratched. Went for one trip and the top section is already scratched in multiple areas. In some conners where the top fabric is bent, the edge is also wearing out. The quality in much poorer than I expected.
2. The bag emphasizes on light weight, which makes the bag easily collapse. I have a medium size cube with it and every time I open it, the frame of the bag falls and collapses to the ground. I have to spend time pulling it back and zipper it. Not big a deal, but definitely a hassle.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great features and so beautiful!!!
on March 26, 2025
Posted by: dprovinciani
from Cordoba, Arg
I bought a 2l and 7l sling, a s-medium camera cube, and ultra-light packing cubes. This setup perfectly organizes my hiking gear.
- While hiking, I attach the 2l sling to my chest and the 7l to my backpack.
- After setting up the tent, I carry only the 7l sling, which holds my Sony a7c, travel tripod, and other photography gear.
- After setting up the tent, I carry only the 7l sling, which holds my Sony a7c, travel tripod, and other photography gear.
This modular system keeps me organized and prevents me from carrying unnecessary stuff. It’s fantastic!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design