Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(141 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 141 reviews
5 Stars
92
4 Stars
37
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
3
1 Star
1
92%of customers recommend this product.
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130)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Black
Customer Rating
5
Great Backpack
on March 27, 2025
Posted by: MrH
from Heidelberg, Germany
There is not much to say - it's a great backback. Weight is OK, tons of functionality, high quality materials. Perfect for hikes or normal travel. In combination with the camera cube it's perfect. I just used it recently to bring a lot of small gear for a LAN-party.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Lovely backpack full of great features
on March 28, 2025
Posted by: nullpointr
from Düsseldorf, Germany
I purchased this backpack as a replacement for my aging timbuk2 pack. I'ts mainly used for traveling, hiking and some bikepacking.
The Peak Design Outdoor Backpack is a massive improvement. I'm over 2m tall and it fits great thanks to all the available adjustments. It stays secure on my back during hikes and on the bike, has massive amounts of storage and allows me to easily carry my Sony A6700 on the capture clip, either on the hip belt or the shoulder strap. I would advise to use the Peak Design Pro Pad when mounting to the hip!
The Peak Design Outdoor Backpack is a massive improvement. I'm over 2m tall and it fits great thanks to all the available adjustments. It stays secure on my back during hikes and on the bike, has massive amounts of storage and allows me to easily carry my Sony A6700 on the capture clip, either on the hip belt or the shoulder strap. I would advise to use the Peak Design Pro Pad when mounting to the hip!
The included sleeve for a water bladder is great as taking of the backpack just to grab a sip from a bottle is a hassle, especially on the bike.
The additional mounting points, straps and places where you can stuff gear is also great for some quick access items like rain jackets or tripods.
The additional mounting points, straps and places where you can stuff gear is also great for some quick access items like rain jackets or tripods.
It also fits nicely into overhead storage on airplanes or under to front seat if not fully expanded.
The zips feel great, as usual with PD products, overall manufacturing quality is great too.
I was initially skeptical about the PD "Ultra Cinch" closing mechanism for the rolltop but it's actually really great as it works one-handed and lets you compress items in the front pocket if you want to!
overall: I love it! It works for all my use-cases, has massive storage and is still quite small if not stuffed full and having the lifetime warranty and built quality from PD makes the price acceptable.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Versatile Design
on March 28, 2025
Posted by: LesS
from South Carolina
The flexibility of this backpack filled all my needs and wants on a recent trip to Florida National Parks. Very impressed with fabrication quality.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
shows promise!
on March 29, 2025
Posted by: peter
from Australia
when I unboxed this I couldn't for the life of me figure out how to open it. so I had to look up how to open it videos on youtube. I don't enjoy tutorial videos, so that was a bit annoying. however once i watched the video, it is super simple to open and close. quite innovativeand novel!
o People in the street comment on how comfortable it looks, but after carrying my full kit in it I didn't have that same experience of all day comfort.
I really miss a full size tripod holder.
the hip belt came off the other day whilst it was folded up, and it took a few minutes to reattach it in the dark. but when not in use it does fold in snuggly
I love the options of cordhooks and gear loop system however have not yet made too much use of this except for chest straps.
I am disappointed in the amount of pockets available, to organise my gear.
o People in the street comment on how comfortable it looks, but after carrying my full kit in it I didn't have that same experience of all day comfort.
I really miss a full size tripod holder.
the hip belt came off the other day whilst it was folded up, and it took a few minutes to reattach it in the dark. but when not in use it does fold in snuggly
I love the options of cordhooks and gear loop system however have not yet made too much use of this except for chest straps.
I am disappointed in the amount of pockets available, to organise my gear.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Incredibly flexible yet very streamlined backpack
on March 30, 2025
Posted by: heninng
from Bochum, Germany
I've already used the backpack a couple of times and am extremely satisfied. Not only for outdoor adventures, but also for city trips lasting several days.
When the backpack is empty, it has a very slim profile, but if you need more space, this is no problem at all.
When the backpack is empty, it has a very slim profile, but if you need more space, this is no problem at all.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
Some stuff is amazing, some not as much.
on March 30, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
from Slettestrand, Denmark
There are some general awesome features on this product. All other PD products I've bought have been amazing.
The general build quality is pretty high. Zippers feel awesome and some cool details are generally on the pack. Pack works very well with SMedium cube. Sidepockets are awesome - they are unbelievably huge!
Shoulder straps are fairly comfortable, wide. Feels good, though, very warm in even when used for snowshoing in -20dgrC.
The hook system for the chest support is rubbish and practically impossible to open with one cold and wet hand or when wearing gloves. Same goes for the attachment strings which uses the same system.
The roll top is a reasonable solution, but does not stay safely shut when riding bumpy singletrack.
The hipbelt is hard to tell. Because, the fit of the backpack is for rather short backs. It's definately not suitable for tall scandinavians. The hip belt sits mid-abdominal even when the backpack is hanging so low, it's bouncing a lot around.
So, as a day working pack it's reasonably good, but it's a bit of a stretch from a proper outdoor pack than can handle actual severe usage without squeaking and stuff you can operate when youre wet and cold. Which the outdoors tend to be :)
The general build quality is pretty high. Zippers feel awesome and some cool details are generally on the pack. Pack works very well with SMedium cube. Sidepockets are awesome - they are unbelievably huge!
Shoulder straps are fairly comfortable, wide. Feels good, though, very warm in even when used for snowshoing in -20dgrC.
The hook system for the chest support is rubbish and practically impossible to open with one cold and wet hand or when wearing gloves. Same goes for the attachment strings which uses the same system.
The roll top is a reasonable solution, but does not stay safely shut when riding bumpy singletrack.
The hipbelt is hard to tell. Because, the fit of the backpack is for rather short backs. It's definately not suitable for tall scandinavians. The hip belt sits mid-abdominal even when the backpack is hanging so low, it's bouncing a lot around.
So, as a day working pack it's reasonably good, but it's a bit of a stretch from a proper outdoor pack than can handle actual severe usage without squeaking and stuff you can operate when youre wet and cold. Which the outdoors tend to be :)
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
By far the best backpack I ever had
on March 30, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
from Islamorada, FL
I backpack around the world and I've used many forms of backpacks over time. This one is by far the best one I've ever used. Its extremely comfortable, fits amazingly well in the overhead bin, and is lighter than a lot of competitors in the same class. It isn't ultra light but it does offer various functions you don't find in ultra light backpacks. The back panel and carry system are absolutely comfortable. I've been recommending it to everyone I know!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Outdoor Backpack & Packing Cubes
on April 1, 2025
Posted by: tom
from Germany
I have Outdoor Backpack 45 l & several Ultralight Packing Cubes. Together they are a great and versatile combination for different use cases, be it a hike or a weekend trip.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design