This bag is the one bag to rule them all for carryon! It's a beast (I've carried about 60lbs of tools in it in a pinch!) It's great for in between travel as well, unlike most large travel packs that are just a huge open pit, this one is just the right amount of space for internal organization between the two spaces. Just a tip, if you're feeling bold and like sewing, I doubled over the bottom of the shoulder straps to create a loop on both sides, sewed a small box x stitch, threw a carabiner on the top handle like you did, and it creates the perfect setup for a clip on shoulder strap, which I feel it really gets value from. I also put magnetic slide release buckles in front of the plastic shoulder strap buckles for quick and easy stowing of the backpack straps because I transition the two a lot. I also recommend changing the zipper pull cord to a different color for the expansion section, I always grab the wrong zipper 😅 Like you, also tried packing cubes and realized I could fit a day or two more outfits in by laying everything flat to really fill out the corners. Thanks for your review, this is the best travel bag that perfectly fits as your personal item under the seat; top it off with a lifetime warranty from Osprey and a cost of only $100: Best bag!
Wow! I wish I could sew, those sounds like awesome mods! Good point on the expanse section lol, definitely did a few takes because I kept grabbing the other zipper, this is a pro tip for anyone watching this review! Yep! I couldn't agree more, I was getting by with just packable day packs but this thing is just so much better in almost every way.
@@onebagoneworld I appreciate you are straightforward to the point and very accurate video! It was nice not having to wade through all the specs, b role video and everything else that usually ends up in a video that you really really don’t need. My only tip on mods is to never do something you can’t undo with a thread puller to any pack with a lifetime warranty. There are plenty of nondestructive mods using clips and straps to accomplish the same things like a sleeve insert in the laptop compartment to add organization in the main area. Great video and keep up the good work!
I've got one and have traveled 3 weeks with it and a sling. Of course, did laundry along the way but that is much easier than keeping up with a roller case or bigger backpack. Great build and value.
Very informative and that hidden back area is the icing on top! This bag is sold out in Canada all over too but also got mine coming end of Sept. Been searching up AER, Peak, Bellroy, TomToc, Thule Aion and finally landed on this one!! Price to feature set ratio is unbeatable.
@@onebagoneworldThe 2024 moves the expansion zipper from the lid to the main compartment. The original main compartment is a little shallow, and relocating it to the bottom half fixed that. Also in the new location you can fill the main compartment, zip the bag shut, then try zipping the expansion zipper closed, essentially turning the pack into a big compression cube. On the other hand, the original expansion zipper location turned the bag from a luggage style lid opener, to a two halves clamshell opener, with the lid, once expanded, being 1/4 of the whole bag. I typically used it to stow my Uniqlo Ultralight Down jacket after a cold flight and arrival in a tropical climate. NOTE: expanded and stuffed, this becomes too thick to pass the luggage tester.
Great review! Would love to see you review on the Osprey Parsec 26! Too many positive reviews on the internet but almost nobody (only 2) reviewed it on RUclips, surprisingly.
@@CatherineGeroche-Drilon A post on Reddit where someone bought this version but received the new one. Might explain why it's been sold out for a while when a new version is about to hit the stores.
How does it fit with sharp items in your back? Does it protect your laptop? Does it have waist straps? I prefer the Osprey Manta 24 liter for my personal item. However, this is a good alternative and provides better laptop sleeve then shoving in the water bladder compartment. Kangaroo pockets are good for your raincoat or windbreaker when it is wet and you need to stuff it into your bag as your board your flight.
I haven't really had any sharp items in the bag yet so I can't speak to that but I've shoved my roost laptop stand with my laptop in the back compartment and never had any sort of discomfort. No hip belt/waist straps but for a 26l bag that is fairly common. At the 32l mark though I can see an argument for them absolutely, especially depends on what kind of weight you are putting in there. Haha yeah, I took an REI Ruckpack 40L around the world with me and just used the hydration sleeve but always wished it just had a little something extra to pad my laptop with. That's something I liked about this bag is that it has a false bottom and a fairly thick laptop sleeve so it feels very secure. I think any sort of Osprey that is within the size limits is great though, they make such well thought out products.
@@onebagoneworld And yet it fits in the frontier and spirit boxes. my aer tp3 small even fits and its a bigger bulkier bag so I am sure this will be just fine as long as not over packed out. many have confirmed it works on Ryanair even and they are the strictest most of the time
I just don't like the admin panel in the front. If the main compartment is empty, then the weight distribution is not optimal. Sadly most bagpacks use similar layout
Agreed! I've almost never used an admin panel although I feel like I do use them more the smaller the bag is for some reason. But yeah, if you are using it for edc then everything sort of ends up in there and the bag is floppy and uncomfortable.
@@onebagoneworld Love my Aer tp3 small and taken it all over the world. I think its a better bag for longer and durable trips but the 26+6 I am thinking about for lighter trips and personal item though my tp3 small works for that too. Hard to say no for 100 bucks lol
@@KurtRWalker haha it really is! To my shame I've never tried one are bag (yet) I need to get my hands on one to review. There are so many options out there it really is hard to choose sometimes
I've been trying to decide between this one or the aer pro pac 20l. The aer seems to have more padding on the back. Any issues with the comfort of this bag ?
Yeah I am sorry, it's such a pain! I just did some quick googling and this one looks to be in stock and is on sale: sportfits.eu/products/osprey-daylite-expandible-travel-pack-26-6 I know nothing about that website/vendor and if they are reliable but wanted to be of some help. Good luck!
I think that mostly depends on weight and how you pack it! However I would just opt for a roller bag if I was worried about back pain. We just reviewed the quincy carry on bag and loved it. You can find that one here ruclips.net/video/ta3OC44T-d0/видео.html
Totally fair! I think on the smaller bags a lot of brands have said they don't see the value as much. I think it really comes down to what you are packing though.
@@kazemi88 interesting! In my experience I've always been told to remove it from the sleeve even if they fold open unless you have precheck and which point you can leave it zipped.
This bag is of great value I just really hate the look of it but it's got all the features I would otherwise look for in $400 backpack. I hope they would release an equivalent in the lifestyle line 🥲
This bag is the one bag to rule them all for carryon! It's a beast (I've carried about 60lbs of tools in it in a pinch!) It's great for in between travel as well, unlike most large travel packs that are just a huge open pit, this one is just the right amount of space for internal organization between the two spaces. Just a tip, if you're feeling bold and like sewing, I doubled over the bottom of the shoulder straps to create a loop on both sides, sewed a small box x stitch, threw a carabiner on the top handle like you did, and it creates the perfect setup for a clip on shoulder strap, which I feel it really gets value from. I also put magnetic slide release buckles in front of the plastic shoulder strap buckles for quick and easy stowing of the backpack straps because I transition the two a lot. I also recommend changing the zipper pull cord to a different color for the expansion section, I always grab the wrong zipper 😅
Like you, also tried packing cubes and realized I could fit a day or two more outfits in by laying everything flat to really fill out the corners. Thanks for your review, this is the best travel bag that perfectly fits as your personal item under the seat; top it off with a lifetime warranty from Osprey and a cost of only $100: Best bag!
Wow! I wish I could sew, those sounds like awesome mods! Good point on the expanse section lol, definitely did a few takes because I kept grabbing the other zipper, this is a pro tip for anyone watching this review!
Yep! I couldn't agree more, I was getting by with just packable day packs but this thing is just so much better in almost every way.
@@onebagoneworld I appreciate you are straightforward to the point and very accurate video! It was nice not having to wade through all the specs, b role video and everything else that usually ends up in a video that you really really don’t need. My only tip on mods is to never do something you can’t undo with a thread puller to any pack with a lifetime warranty. There are plenty of nondestructive mods using clips and straps to accomplish the same things like a sleeve insert in the laptop compartment to add organization in the main area. Great video and keep up the good work!
I've got one and have traveled 3 weeks with it and a sling. Of course, did laundry along the way but that is much easier than keeping up with a roller case or bigger backpack. Great build and value.
Couldn't agree more!
@@onebagoneworlddoes it have a trolley sleeve?
@@Emerald-u4m it does! The back panel underneath the air scale part is all a sleeve for a trolley.
@@onebagoneworld Thanks! Great review 👍
Very informative and that hidden back area is the icing on top! This bag is sold out in Canada all over too but also got mine coming end of Sept. Been searching up AER, Peak, Bellroy, TomToc, Thule Aion and finally landed on this one!! Price to feature set ratio is unbeatable.
It really is a gem. I hear they have a 2024 version I need to get my hands on and see what changed.
@@onebagoneworldThe 2024 moves the expansion zipper from the lid to the main compartment. The original main compartment is a little shallow, and relocating it to the bottom half fixed that. Also in the new location you can fill the main compartment, zip the bag shut, then try zipping the expansion zipper closed, essentially turning the pack into a big compression cube.
On the other hand, the original expansion zipper location turned the bag from a luggage style lid opener, to a two halves clamshell opener, with the lid, once expanded, being 1/4 of the whole bag. I typically used it to stow my Uniqlo Ultralight Down jacket after a cold flight and arrival in a tropical climate.
NOTE: expanded and stuffed, this becomes too thick to pass the luggage tester.
watched this video 3 times and finally Just bought mine! 😊happy with my purchase and thankful for your thorough review 😄
Thank you so much for watching!! I am glad we could help :)
where did you buy it? seems out of stock everywhere.
@@peters3362I got mine from Amazon just now
Great review! Would love to see you review on the Osprey Parsec 26! Too many positive reviews on the internet but almost nobody (only 2) reviewed it on RUclips, surprisingly.
I'll try to get around to it! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for this review. I’ve been thinking about getting this backpack for a while and you’ve made my mind up. I love Osprey bags.
So glad it helped. We love them too, definitely a staple for anyone who loves to travel!
New version just about to hit the market... Looks even better. Too many great bags to choose from 😂
Where did you see the new version?
@@CatherineGeroche-Drilon A post on Reddit where someone bought this version but received the new one. Might explain why it's been sold out for a while when a new version is about to hit the stores.
@@CatherineGeroche-Drilon Someone on Reddit ordered this one and received the new model. Explains why it's been sold out for a while.
Interesting! If we can get a hand on it we will review it ASAP.
Where did you see this
How does it fit with sharp items in your back? Does it protect your laptop? Does it have waist straps? I prefer the Osprey Manta 24 liter for my personal item. However, this is a good alternative and provides better laptop sleeve then shoving in the water bladder compartment. Kangaroo pockets are good for your raincoat or windbreaker when it is wet and you need to stuff it into your bag as your board your flight.
I haven't really had any sharp items in the bag yet so I can't speak to that but I've shoved my roost laptop stand with my laptop in the back compartment and never had any sort of discomfort. No hip belt/waist straps but for a 26l bag that is fairly common. At the 32l mark though I can see an argument for them absolutely, especially depends on what kind of weight you are putting in there.
Haha yeah, I took an REI Ruckpack 40L around the world with me and just used the hydration sleeve but always wished it just had a little something extra to pad my laptop with. That's something I liked about this bag is that it has a false bottom and a fairly thick laptop sleeve so it feels very secure. I think any sort of Osprey that is within the size limits is great though, they make such well thought out products.
Chronically out of stock? Whoa- interesting choice of words.
This is sold out everywhere ugh! I need this it’s the perfect bag!
I know! Someone mentioned maybe a new one is coming out and that's why? Hope you find one soon!
FYI, the 2024 version does NOT even comply with United Airlines personal item size requirement. It’s 3 inches too wide.
Oh man, what a bummer. I'll have to get me hands on teh 2024 version and review.
@@onebagoneworld I can get you one, i know a guy!!
@@onebagoneworld And yet it fits in the frontier and spirit boxes. my aer tp3 small even fits and its a bigger bulkier bag so I am sure this will be just fine as long as not over packed out. many have confirmed it works on Ryanair even and they are the strictest most of the time
I just don't like the admin panel in the front. If the main compartment is empty, then the weight distribution is not optimal. Sadly most bagpacks use similar layout
Agreed! I've almost never used an admin panel although I feel like I do use them more the smaller the bag is for some reason. But yeah, if you are using it for edc then everything sort of ends up in there and the bag is floppy and uncomfortable.
Thanks for the upload. 🍻
Thank you for watching!
Great review, have purchased Aer travel pack3 small, should have looked into more on 26 plus 6
People love Aer so I'm sure it was a great purchase!
@@onebagoneworld Love my Aer tp3 small and taken it all over the world. I think its a better bag for longer and durable trips but the 26+6 I am thinking about for lighter trips and personal item though my tp3 small works for that too. Hard to say no for 100 bucks lol
@@KurtRWalker haha it really is! To my shame I've never tried one are bag (yet) I need to get my hands on one to review. There are so many options out there it really is hard to choose sometimes
Does it fit under the seat of most airlines with no problem?
@@mantiscity yep, easily! Never had an issue.
but can the clip thing in the thing when you can?
Sorry, not quite sure what you're asking?
@@onebagoneworld well yeah. but like if its frozen you know mate?
My local airline, Norwegian, has a 12x8x15" limit, damn! 😭
European airlines are always so much more strict!
I've been trying to decide between this one or the aer pro pac 20l. The aer seems to have more padding on the back. Any issues with the comfort of this bag ?
None! Osprey has always produced some of my favorite carries. Really well thought out support systems and great straps.
@onebagoneworld I ordered a couple. For the price they seem to be nice backpacks.
As stated, item is per 2024-05 as far as i can see discontinued. I can't find it availble in ANY online store throughout europe.
Yeah I am sorry, it's such a pain! I just did some quick googling and this one looks to be in stock and is on sale: sportfits.eu/products/osprey-daylite-expandible-travel-pack-26-6
I know nothing about that website/vendor and if they are reliable but wanted to be of some help. Good luck!
@@onebagoneworld thanks :) hmm I might give it a try.. I did some serious gooflefu but couldn't find this
@@onebagoneworld Hey, any idea where else I can find this? Completely OOS everywhere!
It’s been updated, not discontinued
im a woman 5'1 will this hurt my back if I use this solely for tavel?
I think that mostly depends on weight and how you pack it! However I would just opt for a roller bag if I was worried about back pain. We just reviewed the quincy carry on bag and loved it. You can find that one here ruclips.net/video/ta3OC44T-d0/видео.html
Does the 15 inch laptop fits with a little allowance in it?
It does!
You think 15.6” fits in? Description did not specify.
Thanks for the review and interested in purchasing it.
The new version lost some of old features
We are trying to get our hands on one for a full review!
I don’t like the fact that you have to use two locks to secure the main compartment. Minor but still a turn off.
@@greytravels4311 good point! You could use one of those lewis n Clark double sided locks to make it a bit easier
I like the pack but will not buy it. Should have load leveler as they did on their Hikelite 26
Totally fair! I think on the smaller bags a lot of brands have said they don't see the value as much. I think it really comes down to what you are packing though.
I don’t think this is the bag to brag about. It doesn’t even split in half for TSA.
@@kazemi88 interesting! In my experience I've always been told to remove it from the sleeve even if they fold open unless you have precheck and which point you can leave it zipped.
@@onebagoneworld you know, you are probably right. I’ve been precheck for ever so I just place backpack on the roller. But you may be right.
@@onebagoneworld but most backpacks have a tech side that unzips so that you can remove laptops without unzipping main compartment
This bag is of great value I just really hate the look of it but it's got all the features I would otherwise look for in $400 backpack. I hope they would release an equivalent in the lifestyle line 🥲