Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Eclipse
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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Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Eclipse
Customer Rating
5
My favorite backpack
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Fan22
from Vancouver, BC
I use this for everything—outdoor, work, shopping. I’m not a photographer and I love all of the creative features that allow me quick access to my stuff multiple ways. Peak Design: thank you for always thinking outside the constraints of what’s already been done (not as well).
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
If you have a wild commute…
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Boreal Bumbler
from Northern Maine, USA
I live in northern Maine and use this for my work commute, which is several rugged miles on foot over mixed terrain in sometimes hideous conditions. It keeps everything I carry safe (with one caveat, more on that below), and is very sturdy, well balanced, and comfortable regardless of what I wear underneath it. I am fine with all the straps and cords and gizmos, I expect this of a Peak Design bag and knew what I was getting into. I particularly enjoy the features borrowed from running vests and fastpacking gear, this is fertile territory to pilfer good ideas from. The fit is very streamlined, and I have run comfortably wearing this pack with no bounce with 20lb of stuff in it. I use various Peak packing cubes and pouches to organize and divide the space within. I should say that this pack is its own thing, and even though you probably could take it out into the backcountry for awhile, it’s not a hardcore hiking/adventuring product. If you have hybrid needs, though, like you wanna climb a mountain with a hydration reservoir and snacks but need to carry a laptop and camera, this is what you need. It’s prefect for what I bought it for, EXCEPT…when it is raining or snowing. Water will get in the outer flap pocket thingie and also around the magnet into the main compartment if it is expanded vertically. The rain fly solves this problem, but I am docking a star because I feel that the rain fly should have been included - I almost didn’t get it, and would have been in trouble pretty fast without it. The nifty design makes it worth it not being watertight without the fly, but the fly is essential for it to be a daily use Outdoor Backpack.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Versatile Outdoor Bag
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Tan T.
from Pasadena, CA
Just like all of my peak design purchases, I love my 45L Outdoor Bag in Black. Initially the bag didn't feel as intuitive but once I got used to all of the features and pockets I was able to maximize my experience with the bag. It handled our hikes in Maui utilizing the water bladder compartment and also had plenty of space to carry my small kids things on the hike as well. I'm not so fortunate to be hiking all the time but on the more daily use it is great as a gym bag. Definitely would recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Gorgeous Bag
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: biancosplanco
from New York, NY
This thing is incredible. It's got the storage I need for my day-to-day life. I can fit my laptop, gadgets like my external harddrive or mouse, a set of workout clothes, a pair of shoes, a sweater, and my lunch with plenty to spare in the main pouch. Initially I thought that I would utilize the cinch-top all the time, and for the first couple of months I did, but I've realized where the bag really shines is the full-access zipper panel at the back of the bag. I just place it face-down on my bed or the bench in the locker room at the gym and BAZAM I've got access to literally everything in the bag instantly. The drawstring mechanism allows the bag to punch way above it weight though - I can cinch all kinds of crap like pair of crocs, my puffer jacket, etc etc. The waterproof panel works perfectly for me - I've ridden my bike home in the rain before and it's been hit with the skunk tail of road sludge and I've been able to wipe it clean no problem. All that said, my favorite part of the bag is the stupidly deep side pockets that I can stuff all kinds of things in and forget about them - for example, a clean pair of underwear that I definitely didn't put in there happened to magically be in there when I needed it most! The only gripe I have is that the fabric around the cinch mechanism feels a little flimsy, I'm curious if all the abrasion of rolling it and unrolling over time will stand the test of time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Great outdoor backpack
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Daniel
from Hong Kong
It's a great outdoor backpack, but there are also some issues. The chest straps are hard to fix if you are not too familiar with the backpack. The opening on the top is a cool idea, and I also use it quite often. But if there is something inside, it's very hard to open. The cords are easily stuck, and you need to use force. In my opinion, that should not be the case.
Otherwise, the backpack is one of the best I have ever used. I am happy to replace my usual hiking backpack with it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
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