Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Eclipse
Average customer rating
4.3
(225 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 225 reviews
5 Stars
140
4 Stars
45
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
9
1 Star
10
87%of customers recommend this product.
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170 out of
196)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Eclipse
Customer Rating
5
Nice, feature-rich; not enough support (yet?)
on November 10, 2024
Posted by: M Moon
from SF Bay Area
Got this 25L through the Kickstarter campaign. Really love the light weight and many adjustments for the bag to expand where and how I’d like. There are TONS of designed functional details, probably many I’m not aware of. It surprises me that Peak Design hasn’t (yet?) prepared for this backpack line’s rollout with a detailed user’s guide and videos. Feels like they’re undermining the potential splash by not providing feature guides. Example: I want to use the ultra lightweight packing bags as modular attachments (maybe even one of the new Outdoor Slings??) but there are only random images of where they attach without specifics about how to attach them and what it would look like on the backpack. I also picked up the optional waist belt but it didn’t come with any instructions on attaching it. (An added nit: Typos on the product card that came with the backpack and also on the website make me wonder about the degree of care that went into this rollout.) I’m hoping these user support misses are not an indication that Peak Design is slipping in their commitment to excellent gear and user experience. Still hopeful, but watching.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
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