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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120 out of
130)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Eclipse
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
Customer Rating
5
Great attention to detail
on March 26, 2025
Posted by: Caspian
from NZ
I bought this to replace an old DaKine day pack that I have loved since day one. But it’s seen better days. Gotta say, this Peak bag is even better build quality and I’m pretty sure I will ever need another bag.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Hauling beast
on March 26, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
from Los Angeles
I’ve used it mostly for hauling gear to events so far and it does this very well. I’m happy I can fit two bodies, a 400 and a couple other lenses in the L camera cube and still have room for a jacket and other accessories in the backpack. The straps make carrying the weight easier. It’s robust and thus far has not shown any signs of wear and tear.
Not quite ideal is the gap between the open camera cube and the backpack. I’ve had stuff disappear into other parts of the backpack. The opening cord mechanism took me some time to reliable open and it’s tricky if you try to do it with one hand. Also I’m so used to my side handles from the every day backpack that I miss those on this one.
It’s not a 100% perfect pack but I’m happy with it and have yet to explore its full potential when on and outdoorsy trip.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great bag, sleek design.
on March 26, 2025
Posted by: Dean
from Melbourne, Australia
I bought this on Kickstarter and didn’t do as much research as I usually do into my purchases. Glad to say I was pleasantly surprised and I love this bag and the thought that went behind it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design