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
25L of joy
on November 29, 2024
Posted by: LorenzoS
from Italy
I just LOVE this backpack.
At first, I have to say I was a bit skeptical, fearing that it might be over-engineered for my needs.
Now I've put some use in it and I'm totally convinced this is the backpack that wins them all.
First of all, look and material. It's sturdy but light while holding a certain shape.
The comfort is just incredible and it doesn't change if half empty of fully loaded.
The external attachment makes it an incredible travel machine (I use the cubes for snacks, jacket, extra pairs of shoes or towels when on the road for more than 2 days).
Lastly, the look which makes it perfect for a day in the city but also charging my hometown trails with the bike.
At first, I have to say I was a bit skeptical, fearing that it might be over-engineered for my needs.
Now I've put some use in it and I'm totally convinced this is the backpack that wins them all.
First of all, look and material. It's sturdy but light while holding a certain shape.
The comfort is just incredible and it doesn't change if half empty of fully loaded.
The external attachment makes it an incredible travel machine (I use the cubes for snacks, jacket, extra pairs of shoes or towels when on the road for more than 2 days).
Lastly, the look which makes it perfect for a day in the city but also charging my hometown trails with the bike.
Well done PD!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
❤️
on November 17, 2024
Posted by: Mike P
Just received my 25l from Kickstarter backing.About time we get an outdoor photo pack. The cloud color-way is beautiful. Lol at it getting dirty. It’s a really interesting material that seems like it will slough off everything. But if not basic care is the way to go with all outdoor stuff. The smedium fits perfectly and there is tons of room above it for other items. And pockets galore add extra space. And then the cord hooks add even more options. Shoulder straps are uber comfortable. Another perfectly engineered product from PD.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Smart system for every outdoor situation
on November 16, 2024
Posted by: JD
from Melbourne, Australia
Literally, the best bag in my collection, it looks great, is comfortable (5”6 male), and versatile as hell. Have used it every day since it landed. Light weight sling bags and packing cubes just bring it together into a flexible system for me to use as an EDC when I’ve got gym and work. Perfect for me, who works remotely on different sites and travels across big cities and country towns. And then, it adapts when I need to carry more gear than usual as a parent or on a weekend outing on the trail. Best Kickstarter I’ve founded yet!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Very pleased!
on December 28, 2024
Posted by: CyclingG
from Buffalo NY
Got this backpack on Kickstarter, was very happy and trustful of the whole process. Peak Design was a new manufacturer to me and I’m very glad I found them. I haven’t put this bag through all its paces but the quality of materials, versatility, and construction exceeded my expectations. We will see about the durability but their registration and warranty are very reassuring to me. Actually came back to buy some of the packing cubes and pouches and these have been similarly terrific
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Exactly what I expected from a first edition bag
on March 26, 2025
Posted by: Alexis
from Norfolk, VA
Excellent personal item on an airplane. Recently did some work travel and it really did everything that I needed it to. Compact, very secure, easy to carry, and plenty of room for staying organized. Fortunately for me, the weather was great and I didn’t get to test the water resistance of the bag.
Things that I hope to see cleaned up in a future version:
-The cord securing the front of the bag, when pulled tightly, gets stuck on something internally and it becomes difficult to open the front of the bag. I get it open by wiggling it around pretty aggressively, but that’s not ideal for a quick access area.
-Maybe add a small internal pocket in the main part of the bag for small items to be stored away from larger items. Something only large enough for basic EDC pocket items. Pens, chapstick, charger, cash, etc.
Things that I hope to see cleaned up in a future version:
-The cord securing the front of the bag, when pulled tightly, gets stuck on something internally and it becomes difficult to open the front of the bag. I get it open by wiggling it around pretty aggressively, but that’s not ideal for a quick access area.
-Maybe add a small internal pocket in the main part of the bag for small items to be stored away from larger items. Something only large enough for basic EDC pocket items. Pens, chapstick, charger, cash, etc.
Overall, great bag. I’m very excited to test it on a much longer trip next month. Will update my review afterwards.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic backpack for everyday use!
on November 10, 2024
Posted by: Fan22
Fantastic backpack for everyday use. I’m not a photographer but love all the little well-thought out features. This is replacing a well-loved North Face backpack.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
2
Not a woodsman pack
on December 18, 2024
Posted by: Joseph D
If you are a digital nomad then likely a great product but for the outdoor enthusiasts not so great. Missing loops for a hatchet and fire steel for one. A pack for bushcraft is very different than these urban packs.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
1
Huge disappointment!
on November 1, 2024
Posted by: 4foster
from Essex, UK
My new Outdoor Backpack with camera cube arrived today and what a disappointment.
It took me a full 15 minutes to work out how to open the thing and I still can't work out how to fit the camera cube inside. I searched the website in vain for a video but there's nothing up yet.
I just can't work out what it does! There are straps everywhere and pockets but no easy way to access anything. If I do manage to get the camera cube in it, there will be no room for anything else. Not even the smallest of the ultralight packing cubes that I bought with it.
I already have an everyday backpack and a travel backpack and I hoped that this retirement gift to myself would replace them both. No chance!
It took me a full 15 minutes to work out how to open the thing and I still can't work out how to fit the camera cube inside. I searched the website in vain for a video but there's nothing up yet.
I just can't work out what it does! There are straps everywhere and pockets but no easy way to access anything. If I do manage to get the camera cube in it, there will be no room for anything else. Not even the smallest of the ultralight packing cubes that I bought with it.
I already have an everyday backpack and a travel backpack and I hoped that this retirement gift to myself would replace them both. No chance!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Peak DesignBy Erica, Customer Service, November 12, 2024
Hey there! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and for the feedback. We think the video our team put together, linked below, will help answer some of the questions and shed some light on any confusion you're encountering with the bag. New design innovations can be head-scratching to familiarize oneself with. We hope this video can help you navigate around the bag's features and compartments! https://youtu.be/n6w0kB8nyJo?si=pJLuX0y93HgJsyEd
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design