This is how you do a comparison video! Straight to the point, nuanced comparisons to help folks with different requirements. Thanks for the great info.
I watch a lot of bag reivew channels on RUclips and I gotta say there is something unique about your channel that separates it from the others! I think its how you get straight to the point point out the pros and cons and give a logical and thought out explanation on which bag to go with! Great video keep up the awesome work! 😎
Great video. I have Peak design 45L for a three years. I really tested this backpack as a travel bag. I took it with me in Canada, USA, Great Britain, France, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland. It is enough to draw conclusions BENEFITS: - strong - holds a lot - good material - really very good for the camera negative: - it is very heavy even empty - there is no net on the internal wall , which makes you sweat uncontrollably in the summer - inside, in particular, the cubes/sections are not cheap either, which makes it even more expensive that's why I use it exclusively as a gear backpack. And for travel, I found a very good replacement OSPREY parsec and very happy with that choice
I have PacSafe bag (for 10 years). It is 45L so same size. Great features, but best are the security features. RFID pocket, slash guard (wire mesh within the fabric), locking zippers, puncture resistant zippers, etc.). It is expensive, but I have had one for over 10 years and it is going strong.
Yes! I agree with the Aer travel Pack 3! I purchased the X-Pac version in 2022 and the quality of the bag is insane. I love how it retains its shape and sturdiness even after packing it out. It’s a bag that truly is meant to go the distance and GREAT if you’re like me and tend to only travel with a backpack and a carryon. Perfect for those little day trips or weekend getaways too. Aer really thought of the little things when making this bag and it’s features really have made all the difference for me.
I got the X-Pac version of the Aer Travel Pack 3 for a trip to the 2023 24hr of Le Mans and further travel to Amsterdam, Paris, and London. The bag was all I used for 2 weeks and included not just clothing, toiletries, and an extra pair of shoes but also a Sony full frame digital camera, 3 lenses, 12.9" iPad Pro w/keyboard/mouse, chargers, and cables. Note: travel to places where laundry services are available means not having to carry as much clothing. I also use compression bags, Smartwool t-shirts/underwear/socks, and water resistant/quick dry clothes and shoes.
Great video. You’re never going to know what works best for you until you pack it up and use it. My advice, for long-term travel (more than a week)- if you have something already use it and see what you like and don’t. What seems like the best option will probably change as you travel. We started with Tumi roller backpacks and ended up giving them away for the Osprey 40L w/ the matching 15L setup. But that’s what’s worked for us. Do we look like we’re heading to a hostile in our 50’s sure- do we care- nope. Great video to get people started, but never be afraid to change it up.
I have the Osprey 46 and it is the best for my travels. Yes, I do look like a backpacker with it, but has been a great bag. What sold me with the Osprey over the Tomtoc is the ability to compress down the pack really well with its side flaps. This backpack has saved me on a few trips where size of the bag was important on flights. BUT the issue is the Osprey is a little too big. I really appreciate this video and I am always on the lookout for a new backpack.
I love my Aer travel pack 3. It is hands down the best for what it does. I have been scouring RUclips for years and haven't find anything comparable to it. This bag should last me for decades of moderate traveling.
can you give any specific reasons why you like it so much? what other bags did you try? Everyone has their preferences, but I've never really seen the appeal of the the Aer.
@@RyanCrossOfficial I like their sleek form factor and their features. I have found their admin panel to be the most useful out of many bags. I have two of their bags in X-Pac. This one and the Day Pack for EDC. Both the exterior and interior fabrics are great. The bags are also the most comfortable carry of their respective class of backpacks I've tried: big beefy straps, nice comfortable back panel. The price is also very competitive, especially for everything you are getting. I was able to grab them at 20% discount from Black Friday. I have bags from Alpaka, a brand that I do like. I've also looked in Able Carry, Peak Design, Black Ember and a few others in this space.
@@RyanCrossOfficialI'm kinda confused. Everything he loves about this bag in the video, he talks down on the Farpoint or doesn't mention. "No internal storage" vs "large main compartment easy for packing cubes" "It has everything....load lifters, water bottle, compression" "I love the tech pouch where you don't have to open the bag" vs "the Farpoint has a laptop sleeve." but doesn't speak on hip belts. Then sorta glosses the 4lb weight. I came away thinking this is an Ad. The best travel bag for me is a versatile bag. Farpoint blows these out of the water as a travel bag that can also handle trail/multi day hikes.
@@joshwells6847 i don't know about an explicit ad, but most reviewers have an affiliate link that generates revenue for them. That being said, I've not used the farpoint but seen it in a lot of places. It seems more aligned with people backpacking through europe / south asia, more travel focused but never seemed like a great pack for multi-day hiking. Other osprey backpacks are good for that.
@@joshwells6847 Great info. I have the Farpoint 55 and it still has tags on it but I'm wondering if I made the right choice or if I should have gone with the AER. I'm heading to India for 10 days so I want to make sure I got the right bag. Did you use it as a carry-on? Any issues?
Thanks for taking the time to put all this together. I tried the Aer, and on my small frame, the shoulder straps were less comfortable than those on the PD. The other compromise for me was that the laptop compartment feels way over-engineered. It takes way too much of the Aer's space, which is already a whopping 28% less than the PD's, and I don't really need protection from someone throwing the bag 20 feet - just a false bottom and some padding is fine by me, thanks. One other point Nik makes about the Aer is its $249 price, which is certainly attractive. But the hip belt costs an additional $20, bringing the Aer cost within 10% of the PD's. (Obviously if you don't want the hip belt, that's your choice.) The Aer is also heavy for its relatively limited capacity; while it's lighter than the PD on the scale, surprisingly it's 20% heavier when one measures on a per-liter basis, which takes the PD's larger capacity into account. @kamsable points out the "stupid compression snaps," and I agree there. They're just lame, way below PD's well-earned standard for inspired solutions. Doing something poorly is often worse than not doing it at all. Overall, I have no issue with Nik's conclusion that the Aer is the best bag for him, and if I could get away with 35L instead of 40/45 (I do travel for work), I'd have liked the TP3 more. But it wasn't the best for my use case, which only proves, as Nik says, that there's not really a single "best" bag - only a best bag for a particular person and their use. Thanks for the thoughtful reviews, Nik. I admire how relatable you make everything.
I had a Thule 40L Aion Backpack. That was way overpadded on the laptop compartment which was one of the reasons why I sold it on Ebay. You need padding but not that much.
We travel with carryon suitcase and backpack personal items. I can tell you we meet all the strictest international requirements with our set up. We use the Travelpro Maxlite 5 Compact Carry-on wheeler suitcase and Moment MTW 17L backpacks for personal items. For south east Asia our suitcases weigh 7kg and all our electronics go into the moment backpacks. So far this has been the best set up to stay compliant internationally.
This was super helpful. I'd also like to see your spreadsheet, so I could know the data not mentioned for certain bags - for example, how size compliant, how much they weigh, etc. Thanks Nik!
Great video. Personally, I find 30-35L, under 2.5Lbs comfortable size and weight for air travel. Weight wise, I often find bags that are heavier than 2.5Lbs often over engineered, therefore overpriced for my budget. Other than specific purposes, carrier's size and strength is also a major factor (men vs women, tall vs short, ages etc.). About the Osprey Farpoint that you dislike so much, I find the Farpoint , Sojourn, Porter in the 30-40L (almost similar desidn) range well made. I've used a Porter 30L for a 6 month trip, 20 countries, both as carry-on and check in, still one of my favorite. I recently downsize further to the updated Osprey Daylite 26+6, and I think it beats out everything else in its rank (price, built, size, weight). I guess my biggest challenges are the once in awhile inevitable low cost airlines on multiple international legs, where I run the risk of having to go through immigration, collect the checked in bag, then check in again, then security & immigration. For this unique situation, I need a bag that could "pass" as a personal item, and when expanded it becomes a carry on. Alpaka, Aer, Peak Design, Pakt are top notch, unfortunately all are too heavy for me.
Good, detailed video...well done. For ME, as a world traveller SECURITY is a big consideration so if I can find a bag with great security features without compromising too much on some of the other areas you considered that's what works for me. I had the GoRuck bag and it's fantastically built but super impractical. I am currently using the Pacsafe EXP35 and absolutely LOVE IT. Might be worth considering for the next review lineup.
Nice no nonsense review....for me it was confirmation of my prior decisions...I own Aer 3 and Peak, once owned the Pakt but gave it to a friend and I am a sucker for Goruck (have GR2, GR3 ) I looked at Cotopaxi, the Thule and Farpoint and elected not to purchase for many of the same reasons as you gave. I'm a 64 year old business guy whose travels include short trips in Asia and frequent trips to Europe and US. Recently, I have also used the Evergoods CTB given it's waterproof (rains alot in Asia) and light. Cheers Curtis (US expat in Shanghai)
Great video! I wish more bags had the option for a waste strap and chest strap. Those two things help immensely with carrying a heavy load. Especially when you're not 25 years old. I'm 70 and so those features are real crucial to me. Especially the waist strap. I can jerry-rig a chest strap
I sold my Aer TP3, it is just too heavy and I really don't like all the organization as it just adds bulk, I also highly doubt it's actually 35L. Now I'm using the new Osprey Daylite 26+6 and haven't even needed to expand it yet. Works great as a personal item (tested on Ryanair and Wizz). It's also only $100. It's great.
I also bought the aer pack but returned it…while is it one sexy hot backpack, I felt that the laptop sleeve and accompanying padding took up too much volume for someone that doesn’t travel with a laptop.
Daylite 26+6 is def one of the best options out there right now, the value at $100USD is pretty much unbeatable. Pretty much the perfect place to start with onebag travel right now!
Osprey 26+6 is a awesome bag. Its very light bag and straps are comfortable. I am pretty average woman, i dont like bulky and heavy bags. This one is perfect for me.
Awesome video! Super helpful. I went with the Peak Design pack before I watched this. I agree with all of your comments about it in terms of being functionally rich. I use it as a laptop back and suitcase overflow when traveling.
Big fan of the channel, I've made a number of purchases based on the videos and have been really happy with all of them. Also, both Nik and Allie are super-likable and sincere. Buuut, I'm the guy Nik warned about who's gonna stick up for the Allpa 42 - I absolutely love it, and have never had a problem using it as my carry-on, partly because it's so smushable. I find it extremely comfortable and I love the interior organization. But the real closer is the aesthetic, it just looks so distinctive and fun. But, you can't argue taste. Also, Nik's dead-on about the TomToc Navigator - shockingly good for the price.
Yay! I agree about the Aer Travel Pack 3. I use the smaller version as my personal item. Great organization, build quality and less expensive than it's peers.
I had the PD bag for a few years and made the switch to the Aer about 2 years ago. Not only is it perfect for 1 bag travel, it is way more comfortable than the PD. I noticed my shoulders and back would be sore after an hour or so with the PD but with the Aer, I can honestly go almost all day without any issues. The ONLY issue I have with the bag is the zipper pulls can get in my way when trying to zip everything closed and sometimes gets a little annoying. Beyond the slight annoyance of the zipper pulls, this is by far my favorite bag. Excellent review of them all.
I bought an Aer Travel Pack 3 x-pac and I can honestly say that, for me, the extra bucks compared to the regular backpack are worth it. The bag is amazing and I would definitely buy it again. I was split between Peak Design's travel backpack 45L and the Travel Pack 3, but the comfort (I tend to walk quite a bit with my bag on) was the deciding factor. I tested both and went with Aer's. If comfort is not too big of a worry because you don't tend to walk much, the harness system that Peak Design has is good enough for most people in my opinion. For me, it wasn't, but the material quality is top-notch for both brands.
@@cesarn.5330 didn't feel that much better than x-pac for me tbh, I liked the feel of x-pac more. I think that would come down to personal preference. I loved the look of the ultra but not really the texture.
couldn't agree more! i've tried a ton of different bags for travel and the aer 3 takes it hands down. used for a couple weekend trips and then really put it to the test with a month in japan. the bag performed flawlessly and kept my gear very well protected and organized, and kept my shoulders and back happy despite the miles i slung it around. i think the only way i'd give it up is if they made their next bag a tiny bit bigger. this same bag in a 40/45 would be perfection to me
Very useful and well-made video, thank you! That Goruck pack screams of "gun nut from America"... A great selection of packs here and I also like how you found different recommendations for different people / priorities.
Wow! Thank you so much! I have been watching videos and researching for weeks trying to find the best bag without being able to touch or try any of them on! This was super helpful!
I've had the 42L Cotopaxi for about 5 years and recently bought the Pakt 45L.. both great.. the Pakt has been great so far, been to about 6 countries and no issues
As I've gotten older, late 60's, I now travel with an Osprey 26+6 and a Cabin Zero 15. The bigger one is easier to carry on back and I carry the smaller one with handle. Makes a great and easy carry-on and personal item. Traveled 6 weeks in Europe this spring/early summer and it worked great.
@@RyanCrossOfficial Hey. I just looked and don't see the one I have. It was offered to me as a bundle with the 28 about 2-3 yrs ago. I did see under "bags" that they have a cross-body 11L that has a handle. But, it isn't the one I have.
I bought the Tomtoc navigator for a trip to Barcelona last year. Used it as my only bag and took a sling with me. The bag is so tough and gives you everything you need. Plus i got it on a prime day deal for $45. Don’t know if i’m happy i got it for the price or it’s actually amazing. Either way. Highly recommend after a full year of torture. It still looks new.
I recently picked the Ospray (126€) over Tomtoc (76€), because of superior wearing comfort. Worth the difference since it is a backpack. Having one large compartment is one of the best things for travelling.
I did exactly the same. The quality is far superior to the tomtoc imo, I get that the tomtoc is quite good for the price but if you only pay a bitt more you are rewarded with a better product
Got both of them! The peak design (45l) for one bag travel and camera gear for lonng epriods of time and then a (smaller than shown here) aer travel backback in xpack (28l) for when is only a notebook plus clothes weekend travel. Loved both! Great video!
I’ve been using the Aer TP 3 in X-Pac material for a little over a year now and absolutely love it! I researched for several weeks before deciding on it. I get tons of compliments on it and have never had a single issue with it being rejected as a personal item for any flights. It’s built like a tank without looking like one and so well thought out! I rarely have to pay for luggage because I’m able to pack for close to a week in it. Definitely happy with my choice!
I like the Tomtoc, it's light (under 3 pounds/1.5 kg), which was extremely useful flying with New Zealand Air that has a carry-on weight limit of 7kg, and they did check and tagged my bag as "approved". 6.9kg, phew! Positives: - weight, you can carry 5.5 kilograms of useful stuff even on a restrictive carrier. - front pocket is useful to carry travel documents (proof you have a return ticket and travel authorization, address of your first hotel etc.) - the pocket on top is large enough to cram your wallet and phone in before you go through security. - It does not have a lot of organization features, I use my own pouches/cubes anyway. Negatives: - the fabric is of reasonable but not top quality (and consequently weighs less) - you usually have the ends of straps flopping around because there's nothing keeping them in check. Conclusion: not perfect, but I'd buy it again.
Osprey Farpoint as its the only bag that you can cover the shoulder straps so that when its put in the cargo hold the back panel is kept clean and protected. Have used one for years.
I really wish this video had popped up sooner! I ended up buying an Osprey Archeon 40L. Awesome pack, but you have to have some specific needs, s.a. extreme rain proof, decent hip belt, zip away water bottle holder, etc... I'd take it in the rain before any of the packs reviewed except perhaps the last one, the Aer Travel Pack 3. That is the one I'd have REALLY considered. It does look pretty much perfect! I'd probably still be trying to decide... 😂
Thank you for a great video - I will definitely checkout the Aer and Peak Design when it comes time for a new bag. I was surprised you did not include the Patagonia Black Hole in this comparison.
Just got back from Greece,Italy,Paris and London 3 week trip. Went with personal item backpack (30L PD Everyday backpack for my camera gears) and check-in luggage for clothing. We skipped carry-on bags altogether since smaller airlines might check it in anyway, might as well go big with the check-in luggage. During the trip, decided to get my wife a cheap $30 backpack with roller trolley bag for her shopped items, if we got called out it's a carry-on if not it's a backpack personal item. Turns out if you can backpack it you can pass it as personal item! Never weighed nor checked for size. Never got called out even with the smaller airline (Spain to Paris). We tested this a few times and it worked. Just breezed through boarding gates carrying our backpack, and rolled it when walking, transferring flights. I'll now be looking into a nicer quality backpack/roller conversion bag specially to carry my camera gears comfortably.
I use Tom Bihn bags. I have the Tristar and the Synik 30. The Tristar has great organization and is my go-to for business and general travel. The Synik 30 is more like a college backpack look and you can use it as a personal item as long as you don't overpack it. Also great organization and perfect backpack sleeve. The straps are comfortable enough to hike with as well. Tom Bihn isn't cheap but it isn't far off the prices on these other bags and the quality is great. Also made in USA if that makes a difference.
Yeah, the 42L bags aren't even advertised as "carryon" bags. Their website only recommends the 24L, 28L, and 35L bags for carryons. And their lifetime warranty is super easy to use. They repaired my bag for free when it got damaged by getting caught in a bike gear.
Great video! Couldn't agree more about the "backpacker" look. I know some people don't care about this, but this is a good way to put a target on your back when you're in certain neighborhoods. I went with the peak design months ago, so glad it hit number 2 on your recommendation! I picked it primarily because of the secret pockets, organization, magnetic straps, the waist belt, and the compression / expansion features. I think the compression is poorly made, but it's not a big deal because it will fit in most budget overhead bins as long as it's not overly packed. For me it was between the aer, pakt, tortuga, and the peak design. I ended up with the peak design along with the tortuga packable bag. I traveled for 5 months with the peak design and had no issues. However, the packable tortuga bag ripped on me 5 times within a few months and very minimal use, so I don''t recommend it at all! Lastly, you can pick up the peak design at a significant discount if you're a bit savvy. I believe I got 35% off or something like that. I may try out the aer bag on one of my next trips.
Backing a peak design kickstarter at the $1 tier would get you 40% off on nearly everything at their website in the past! That doesn’t help with “we need a backpack for our vacation next week”, though.
Great video. Thanks. I bought one of the ones you rejected: the Farpoint 40. I bought this only after a trial run doing a 13 day, plane, and bus hopping trip through Mexico with a Farpoint 40 borrowed from a friend. It worked well, and so decided to get my own. It checks all the boxes for me. I might buy a "non-travel" backpack for local use - for example, to take laptop and other tech stuff for a single day workshop.
I've been using a 40L Nomatic bag for a number of years now. Excellent for traveling. Multiple top pockets for easy access when in an overhead bin. I do have a hip band for it that I haven't been using. Really high quality product.
Good video 👍. But - The peak design bag cons: - Stupid compression snaps totally unsnap every time I pick up the bag by one strap; - Too heavy; - The materials are too harsh! Say goodbye to your precious Merino clothing! 😢 There are a lot better options - Some new Osprey bags (not the one you included). Or Alpaka bags, or Belroy, or Black Ember. Way better!
Great video! I am thrilled you selected the AER bag as your favorite. I bought that one this summer and am very pleased with it. I took it on a couple trips and didn’t have any issues with it. It holds a lot and didn’t feel like I was being weighed down. Great choice! 👍🏻👍🏻
I put a very large water bottle on the pocket on the aer travel pack with a carabiner that goes from the top of the bottle to the clip on the pack or just put the magnetic strap through the bottle handle - it won’t fall out I find the pack a little heavy - however - it is chefs kiss for everything else and fits so incredibly well - I’ve travelled all over the world with it
Great video, enjoyed it a lot but I'm so glad I didn't come across it when i was looking to buy a travel backpack because I may have not got the Osprey and I still think that it is the best option for a woman or someone more slim-built. Coming from Osprey's tradition of hiking gear it's a bag made for comfort first and foremost and it's not quite as heavy as some of the other bags on this list.
As a man nearing 50yrs of age.. my ultimate Travel Bagpack would be an "Expandable (38Lto45L) &Convertible 2Wheel Rolling Backpack" with Compression straps within the bag and laptop Compartment on the backplate. This would roll when in airports, be carried when outdoors, fit all airline regulations when not expanded and still have the ability to be useful for when not boarding an airline. The Thule bag here in your list would be the best template with its semi-rigid frame or maybe Eagle Creek would make a version of the 38L Convertible Expanse Backpack into the above "dream bag": Clean lines, Easy and Functional. Cheers
By no means a Cotopaxi stan nor do I even use the Allpa, but why would you buy a bag that's too big and then rank it out because it's too big? They have a 35L bag that should have been compared here
@@youlikeitiloveit3747 The bag he picked as best overall is a 35L bag as well so yeah, I'm more than a bit confused as to why the Cotopaxi bag got dinged here on size.
I've got the Aer Travel Pack 3 small X-Pac version and if durability is your concern, this bag nails it. It's so great to not worry about weather or conditions and know that your stuff is protected. Only gripe I have is that the straps scratch me a bit when taking the bag on and off and the zips are a little hard to operate due to the waterproof lining.
I've been looking at getting the small instead of the large one too. But it seems the small can get heavy as well so I would need to buy the separate hip belt for it ....
while the cotopaxi allpa 42l criticisms are warranted, they have since released new versions with different materials (you actually showed them in the screen capture) they also have the allpa available in a more reasonable 35l (which could’ve been included in this video) otherwise great travel pack roundup
I watched this video while on holiday, with the "AER Travel Pack ULTRA". If anyone is worried about weight, the ultra is lighter, and looks (in person) amazing, I get compliments all the time. The only thing you give up is soft lining in some places. However, it's lighter, stronger, and waterproof. Can't complain
This was great. I plan to stay at better hotels going forward (4-star on up) so I'm definitely trying to avoid the backpacker "where's the hostel" look. So, for now, I'm experimenting with a very old TravelPro rollaboard plus a messenger bag. If I decide to ditch the rollaboard, I'd probably go for Pakt - I like the look of the Thule, but the way the straps attach they block opening the clamshell. That's a nonstarter for me.
Great video, as a professional bag nerd and amateur backpack reviewer on RUclips, lots of good points made here. The AER TCP3 is definitely one of the goats. 🐐 props on a good mix of bags shown.
I was really interested in the conclusions and I was only confused by how you talked about the Aer. You mentioned the great clamshell opening, perfect for organizing with packing cubes, the great top pocket for sunglasses, etc. - all of which were things you stated as *negatives* for the Osprey. It was bizarre. And I think you missed one of the best elements of the Osprey - that it is absurdly comfortable to wear packed.
@ it’s funny because he also says it’s for business travelers who don’t want to look like backpack-er and then goes on to show himself walking with a frigging HUGE fridge on his back
I bought a Cor Surf recently due to the price. It had all the features of the Cotopaxi (and the look) at a much better price point. I really don't mind the interior zippers. It also came with a Dopp kit and some packing cubes. I really wanted a hip belt so it fit the bill. When my wife and I travel we take both a wheeled carry on as well as a backpack. The larger Away carry ons and our respective packs. Most airlines haven't given us a problem and I have carried both (Cor Surf and Away) on Air Asia without an issue. Air Canada did make us check the Away bags at the gate on our recent trip to Iceland but covered the cost so not a big deal. Overall it isn't a bad backpack but if I was to do it again I would probably drop the cash and get the Tortuga. The accessories from Cor Surf were fine and the Dopp kit does hold a ton and hangs. For organization I have thought about a Peak design wash pouch but don't want to drop all that cash.LOL
My 2 best travel backpacks are evergoods tb35 and the attitude supply atd1 if i need i backpack big enough for a big excursion in every kind of environment.
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This is how you do a comparison video! Straight to the point, nuanced comparisons to help folks with different requirements. Thanks for the great info.
I watch a lot of bag reivew channels on RUclips and I gotta say there is something unique about your channel that separates it from the others! I think its how you get straight to the point point out the pros and cons and give a logical and thought out explanation on which bag to go with! Great video keep up the awesome work! 😎
Great video! Could you do another video for personal item backpacks to use as a supplement to carry on roller luggage?
This is an amazing idea.
Lots of great options in this space, would make a great video though. I wouldn’t even know where to begin to narrow down to, let’s say 10
Yes this please!
You can use the Pakt 35L as a personal item…just don’t overpack it. Its presently my preferred go-to for that use case.
Agree. Would love to see more vertical quick access pockets, underrated in travel imo
Great video. I have Peak design 45L for a three years. I really tested this backpack as a travel bag. I took it with me in Canada, USA, Great Britain, France, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland. It is enough to draw conclusions
BENEFITS:
- strong
- holds a lot
- good material
- really very good for the camera
negative:
- it is very heavy even empty
- there is no net on the internal wall , which makes you sweat uncontrollably in the summer
- inside, in particular, the cubes/sections are not cheap either, which makes it even more expensive
that's why I use it exclusively as a gear backpack. And for travel, I found a very good replacement OSPREY parsec and very happy with that choice
I have PacSafe bag (for 10 years). It is 45L so same size. Great features, but best are the security features. RFID pocket, slash guard (wire mesh within the fabric), locking zippers, puncture resistant zippers, etc.). It is expensive, but I have had one for over 10 years and it is going strong.
Yes! I agree with the Aer travel Pack 3! I purchased the X-Pac version in 2022 and the quality of the bag is insane. I love how it retains its shape and sturdiness even after packing it out. It’s a bag that truly is meant to go the distance and GREAT if you’re like me and tend to only travel with a backpack and a carryon. Perfect for those little day trips or weekend getaways too. Aer really thought of the little things when making this bag and it’s features really have made all the difference for me.
I got the X-Pac version of the Aer Travel Pack 3 for a trip to the 2023 24hr of Le Mans and further travel to Amsterdam, Paris, and London. The bag was all I used for 2 weeks and included not just clothing, toiletries, and an extra pair of shoes but also a Sony full frame digital camera, 3 lenses, 12.9" iPad Pro w/keyboard/mouse, chargers, and cables. Note: travel to places where laundry services are available means not having to carry as much clothing. I also use compression bags, Smartwool t-shirts/underwear/socks, and water resistant/quick dry clothes and shoes.
Great video. You’re never going to know what works best for you until you pack it up and use it. My advice, for long-term travel (more than a week)- if you have something already use it and see what you like and don’t. What seems like the best option will probably change as you travel. We started with Tumi roller backpacks and ended up giving them away for the Osprey 40L w/ the matching 15L setup. But that’s what’s worked for us. Do we look like we’re heading to a hostile in our 50’s sure- do we care- nope. Great video to get people started, but never be afraid to change it up.
I have the Osprey 46 and it is the best for my travels. Yes, I do look like a backpacker with it, but has been a great bag.
What sold me with the Osprey over the Tomtoc is the ability to compress down the pack really well with its side flaps. This backpack has saved me on a few trips where size of the bag was important on flights. BUT the issue is the Osprey is a little too big. I really appreciate this video and I am always on the lookout for a new backpack.
I love my Aer travel pack 3. It is hands down the best for what it does. I have been scouring RUclips for years and haven't find anything comparable to it. This bag should last me for decades of moderate traveling.
can you give any specific reasons why you like it so much? what other bags did you try? Everyone has their preferences, but I've never really seen the appeal of the the Aer.
@@RyanCrossOfficial I like their sleek form factor and their features. I have found their admin panel to be the most useful out of many bags. I have two of their bags in X-Pac. This one and the Day Pack for EDC. Both the exterior and interior fabrics are great. The bags are also the most comfortable carry of their respective class of backpacks I've tried: big beefy straps, nice comfortable back panel. The price is also very competitive, especially for everything you are getting. I was able to grab them at 20% discount from Black Friday. I have bags from Alpaka, a brand that I do like. I've also looked in Able Carry, Peak Design, Black Ember and a few others in this space.
@@RyanCrossOfficialI'm kinda confused. Everything he loves about this bag in the video, he talks down on the Farpoint or doesn't mention. "No internal storage" vs "large main compartment easy for packing cubes"
"It has everything....load lifters, water bottle, compression" "I love the tech pouch where you don't have to open the bag" vs "the Farpoint has a laptop sleeve."
but doesn't speak on hip belts. Then sorta glosses the 4lb weight.
I came away thinking this is an Ad.
The best travel bag for me is a versatile bag. Farpoint blows these out of the water as a travel bag that can also handle trail/multi day hikes.
@@joshwells6847 i don't know about an explicit ad, but most reviewers have an affiliate link that generates revenue for them. That being said, I've not used the farpoint but seen it in a lot of places. It seems more aligned with people backpacking through europe / south asia, more travel focused but never seemed like a great pack for multi-day hiking. Other osprey backpacks are good for that.
@@joshwells6847 Great info. I have the Farpoint 55 and it still has tags on it but I'm wondering if I made the right choice or if I should have gone with the AER. I'm heading to India for 10 days so I want to make sure I got the right bag. Did you use it as a carry-on? Any issues?
Thanks for taking the time to put all this together. I tried the Aer, and on my small frame, the shoulder straps were less comfortable than those on the PD. The other compromise for me was that the laptop compartment feels way over-engineered. It takes way too much of the Aer's space, which is already a whopping 28% less than the PD's, and I don't really need protection from someone throwing the bag 20 feet - just a false bottom and some padding is fine by me, thanks.
One other point Nik makes about the Aer is its $249 price, which is certainly attractive. But the hip belt costs an additional $20, bringing the Aer cost within 10% of the PD's. (Obviously if you don't want the hip belt, that's your choice.) The Aer is also heavy for its relatively limited capacity; while it's lighter than the PD on the scale, surprisingly it's 20% heavier when one measures on a per-liter basis, which takes the PD's larger capacity into account.
@kamsable points out the "stupid compression snaps," and I agree there. They're just lame, way below PD's well-earned standard for inspired solutions. Doing something poorly is often worse than not doing it at all.
Overall, I have no issue with Nik's conclusion that the Aer is the best bag for him, and if I could get away with 35L instead of 40/45 (I do travel for work), I'd have liked the TP3 more. But it wasn't the best for my use case, which only proves, as Nik says, that there's not really a single "best" bag - only a best bag for a particular person and their use.
Thanks for the thoughtful reviews, Nik. I admire how relatable you make everything.
I had a Thule 40L Aion Backpack. That was way overpadded on the laptop compartment which was one of the reasons why I sold it on Ebay. You need padding but not that much.
Pierre thanks for sharing your perspective about the review and the bags. Appreciated reading your take on things
Thank you for the video. It was really informative. I appreciate you putting in the time for this.
I have the Pakt 35 and it’s performed flawlessly for several years. Absolutely love it!
Can you do a video about "personal item" size bags? I usually do a 1 carry-on roller + 1 underseat backpack combo.
Same for me, not like big backpacks
We travel with carryon suitcase and backpack personal items. I can tell you we meet all the strictest international requirements with our set up. We use the Travelpro Maxlite 5 Compact Carry-on wheeler suitcase and Moment MTW 17L backpacks for personal items.
For south east Asia our suitcases weigh 7kg and all our electronics go into the moment backpacks. So far this has been the best set up to stay compliant internationally.
Absolutely love the coat you are wearing! and the *yutulu* bag !
This was super helpful. I'd also like to see your spreadsheet, so I could know the data not mentioned for certain bags - for example, how size compliant, how much they weigh, etc. Thanks Nik!
That Thule bag looks absolutely massive on your back. Like it's about to pull you over!
Great video. Personally, I find 30-35L, under 2.5Lbs comfortable size and weight for air travel. Weight wise, I often find bags that are heavier than 2.5Lbs often over engineered, therefore overpriced for my budget. Other than specific purposes, carrier's size and strength is also a major factor (men vs women, tall vs short, ages etc.). About the Osprey Farpoint that you dislike so much, I find the Farpoint , Sojourn, Porter in the 30-40L (almost similar desidn) range well made. I've used a Porter 30L for a 6 month trip, 20 countries, both as carry-on and check in, still one of my favorite. I recently downsize further to the updated Osprey Daylite 26+6, and I think it beats out everything else in its rank (price, built, size, weight). I guess my biggest challenges are the once in awhile inevitable low cost airlines on multiple international legs, where I run the risk of having to go through immigration, collect the checked in bag, then check in again, then security & immigration. For this unique situation, I need a bag that could "pass" as a personal item, and when expanded it becomes a carry on. Alpaka, Aer, Peak Design, Pakt are top notch, unfortunately all are too heavy for me.
Good, detailed video...well done. For ME, as a world traveller SECURITY is a big consideration so if I can find a bag with great security features without compromising too much on some of the other areas you considered that's what works for me. I had the GoRuck bag and it's fantastically built but super impractical. I am currently using the Pacsafe EXP35 and absolutely LOVE IT. Might be worth considering for the next review lineup.
Thanks!
Nice no nonsense review....for me it was confirmation of my prior decisions...I own Aer 3 and Peak, once owned the Pakt but gave it to a friend and I am a sucker for Goruck (have GR2, GR3 )
I looked at Cotopaxi, the Thule and Farpoint and elected not to purchase for many of the same reasons as you gave.
I'm a 64 year old business guy whose travels include short trips in Asia and frequent trips to Europe and US.
Recently, I have also used the Evergoods CTB given it's waterproof (rains alot in Asia) and light.
Cheers
Curtis (US expat in Shanghai)
Great video! I wish more bags had the option for a waste strap and chest strap. Those two things help immensely with carrying a heavy load. Especially when you're not 25 years old. I'm 70 and so those features are real crucial to me. Especially the waist strap. I can jerry-rig a chest strap
I know, right, bro? Love how Finch brings his game spirit to 4RBT. Makes betting there even more thrilling!
I sold my Aer TP3, it is just too heavy and I really don't like all the organization as it just adds bulk, I also highly doubt it's actually 35L. Now I'm using the new Osprey Daylite 26+6 and haven't even needed to expand it yet. Works great as a personal item (tested on Ryanair and Wizz). It's also only $100. It's great.
I also bought the aer pack but returned it…while is it one sexy hot backpack, I felt that the laptop sleeve and accompanying padding took up too much volume for someone that doesn’t travel with a laptop.
Daylite 26+6 is def one of the best options out there right now, the value at $100USD is pretty much unbeatable. Pretty much the perfect place to start with onebag travel right now!
Osprey 26+6 is a awesome bag. Its very light bag and straps are comfortable. I am pretty average woman, i dont like bulky and heavy bags. This one is perfect for me.
Awesome video! Super helpful. I went with the Peak Design pack before I watched this. I agree with all of your comments about it in terms of being functionally rich. I use it as a laptop back and suitcase overflow when traveling.
Big fan of the channel, I've made a number of purchases based on the videos and have been really happy with all of them. Also, both Nik and Allie are super-likable and sincere. Buuut, I'm the guy Nik warned about who's gonna stick up for the Allpa 42 - I absolutely love it, and have never had a problem using it as my carry-on, partly because it's so smushable. I find it extremely comfortable and I love the interior organization. But the real closer is the aesthetic, it just looks so distinctive and fun. But, you can't argue taste. Also, Nik's dead-on about the TomToc Navigator - shockingly good for the price.
I almost never comment on videos but this is extremely objective and well done ... thank you for saving me hours and hours of research
Yay! I agree about the Aer Travel Pack 3. I use the smaller version as my personal item. Great organization, build quality and less expensive than it's peers.
You did it! What a great job you did. This video should definitely help me buy my one item carry on. All the best.
I had the PD bag for a few years and made the switch to the Aer about 2 years ago. Not only is it perfect for 1 bag travel, it is way more comfortable than the PD. I noticed my shoulders and back would be sore after an hour or so with the PD but with the Aer, I can honestly go almost all day without any issues. The ONLY issue I have with the bag is the zipper pulls can get in my way when trying to zip everything closed and sometimes gets a little annoying. Beyond the slight annoyance of the zipper pulls, this is by far my favorite bag. Excellent review of them all.
Had the same experience with the first PD travel bag. Their backpack straps in general are to thin.
I bought an Aer Travel Pack 3 x-pac and I can honestly say that, for me, the extra bucks compared to the regular backpack are worth it. The bag is amazing and I would definitely buy it again. I was split between Peak Design's travel backpack 45L and the Travel Pack 3, but the comfort (I tend to walk quite a bit with my bag on) was the deciding factor. I tested both and went with Aer's. If comfort is not too big of a worry because you don't tend to walk much, the harness system that Peak Design has is good enough for most people in my opinion. For me, it wasn't, but the material quality is top-notch for both brands.
Why you didn't consider the TP3 in Ultra material?
@@cesarn.5330 didn't feel that much better than x-pac for me tbh, I liked the feel of x-pac more. I think that would come down to personal preference. I loved the look of the ultra but not really the texture.
GREAT REVIEW ... Thank you.
P.S. As usual your honesty means the most ... very appreciated. 😎
Bro, the new promos made 4ra betting so cool. can’t wait for tonight’s match! it’s going to be epic with all these new betting options and features.
I agree with this list. Well done!!!
couldn't agree more! i've tried a ton of different bags for travel and the aer 3 takes it hands down. used for a couple weekend trips and then really put it to the test with a month in japan. the bag performed flawlessly and kept my gear very well protected and organized, and kept my shoulders and back happy despite the miles i slung it around. i think the only way i'd give it up is if they made their next bag a tiny bit bigger. this same bag in a 40/45 would be perfection to me
What can I say? Another high quality high useful info content video from Nik. Thank you!
I one bag travel with the “small” version of the AER Travel pack. Fits great on airplanes, even under the seat, when fully loaded.
Best backpack video I’ve seen yet! Way to go!
I use the Cotopaxi Allpa 35L and love it, it's always a touch underfilled and never had any issues taking as a carry-on.
The betting tips on 4ra are top-notch. it’s like having expert advice.
Very useful and well-made video, thank you! That Goruck pack screams of "gun nut from America"... A great selection of packs here and I also like how you found different recommendations for different people / priorities.
I am looking for a backpack for my husband. Your review has been so helpful! Thank you, Lacey
Wow! Thank you so much! I have been watching videos and researching for weeks trying to find the best bag without being able to touch or try any of them on! This was super helpful!
I've had the 42L Cotopaxi for about 5 years and recently bought the Pakt 45L.. both great.. the Pakt has been great so far, been to about 6 countries and no issues
As I've gotten older, late 60's, I now travel with an Osprey 26+6 and a Cabin Zero 15. The bigger one is easier to carry on back and I carry the smaller one with handle. Makes a great and easy carry-on and personal item. Traveled 6 weeks in Europe this spring/early summer and it worked great.
can you give more information about your cabin zero 15? I can't see any of their bags with 15L or named that way. A link would be great.
@@RyanCrossOfficial Hey. I just looked and don't see the one I have. It was offered to me as a bundle with the 28 about 2-3 yrs ago. I did see under "bags" that they have a cross-body 11L that has a handle. But, it isn't the one I have.
I bought the Tomtoc navigator for a trip to Barcelona last year. Used it as my only bag and took a sling with me. The bag is so tough and gives you everything you need. Plus i got it on a prime day deal for $45. Don’t know if i’m happy i got it for the price or it’s actually amazing. Either way. Highly recommend after a full year of torture. It still looks new.
I recently picked the Ospray (126€) over Tomtoc (76€), because of superior wearing comfort. Worth the difference since it is a backpack. Having one large compartment is one of the best things for travelling.
I did exactly the same. The quality is far superior to the tomtoc imo, I get that the tomtoc is quite good for the price but if you only pay a bitt more you are rewarded with a better product
Got both of them! The peak design (45l) for one bag travel and camera gear for lonng epriods of time and then a (smaller than shown here) aer travel backback in xpack (28l) for when is only a notebook plus clothes weekend travel. Loved both! Great video!
I’ve been using the Aer TP 3 in X-Pac material for a little over a year now and absolutely love it! I researched for several weeks before deciding on it. I get tons of compliments on it and have never had a single issue with it being rejected as a personal item for any flights. It’s built like a tank without looking like one and so well thought out! I rarely have to pay for luggage because I’m able to pack for close to a week in it. Definitely happy with my choice!
I like the Tomtoc, it's light (under 3 pounds/1.5 kg), which was extremely useful flying with New Zealand Air that has a carry-on weight limit of 7kg, and they did check and tagged my bag as "approved". 6.9kg, phew!
Positives:
- weight, you can carry 5.5 kilograms of useful stuff even on a restrictive carrier.
- front pocket is useful to carry travel documents (proof you have a return ticket and travel authorization, address of your first hotel etc.)
- the pocket on top is large enough to cram your wallet and phone in before you go through security.
- It does not have a lot of organization features, I use my own pouches/cubes anyway.
Negatives:
- the fabric is of reasonable but not top quality (and consequently weighs less)
- you usually have the ends of straps flopping around because there's nothing keeping them in check.
Conclusion: not perfect, but I'd buy it again.
Osprey Farpoint as its the only bag that you can cover the shoulder straps so that when its put in the cargo hold the back panel is kept clean and protected. Have used one for years.
The Peak Design does that too.
I really wish this video had popped up sooner! I ended up buying an Osprey Archeon 40L. Awesome pack, but you have to have some specific needs, s.a. extreme rain proof, decent hip belt, zip away water bottle holder, etc... I'd take it in the rain before any of the packs reviewed except perhaps the last one, the Aer Travel Pack 3. That is the one I'd have REALLY considered. It does look pretty much perfect! I'd probably still be trying to decide... 😂
Thank you for a great video - I will definitely checkout the Aer and Peak Design when it comes time for a new bag.
I was surprised you did not include the Patagonia Black Hole in this comparison.
Just got back from Greece,Italy,Paris and London 3 week trip. Went with personal item backpack (30L PD Everyday backpack for my camera gears) and check-in luggage for clothing. We skipped carry-on bags altogether since smaller airlines might check it in anyway, might as well go big with the check-in luggage. During the trip, decided to get my wife a cheap $30 backpack with roller trolley bag for her shopped items, if we got called out it's a carry-on if not it's a backpack personal item. Turns out if you can backpack it you can pass it as personal item! Never weighed nor checked for size. Never got called out even with the smaller airline (Spain to Paris). We tested this a few times and it worked. Just breezed through boarding gates carrying our backpack, and rolled it when walking, transferring flights. I'll now be looking into a nicer quality backpack/roller conversion bag specially to carry my camera gears comfortably.
I use Tom Bihn bags. I have the Tristar and the Synik 30. The Tristar has great organization and is my go-to for business and general travel. The Synik 30 is more like a college backpack look and you can use it as a personal item as long as you don't overpack it. Also great organization and perfect backpack sleeve. The straps are comfortable enough to hike with as well. Tom Bihn isn't cheap but it isn't far off the prices on these other bags and the quality is great. Also made in USA if that makes a difference.
Cotopaxi has a 35L option that’s better for what you’re looking for.
I don't get why they they didn't talk about this size. I'm sure they know it exists
Yeah, the 42L bags aren't even advertised as "carryon" bags. Their website only recommends the 24L, 28L, and 35L bags for carryons. And their lifetime warranty is super easy to use. They repaired my bag for free when it got damaged by getting caught in a bike gear.
Made in Philippines. Warning sign
I’ve had mine for 5 years and spent months traveling out of it on dozens of trips. Holding up like a champ.
I love the Allpa 28L bag for one bag travel. They should have tested the 35 at least…..
Great video! Couldn't agree more about the "backpacker" look. I know some people don't care about this, but this is a good way to put a target on your back when you're in certain neighborhoods. I went with the peak design months ago, so glad it hit number 2 on your recommendation! I picked it primarily because of the secret pockets, organization, magnetic straps, the waist belt, and the compression / expansion features. I think the compression is poorly made, but it's not a big deal because it will fit in most budget overhead bins as long as it's not overly packed. For me it was between the aer, pakt, tortuga, and the peak design. I ended up with the peak design along with the tortuga packable bag. I traveled for 5 months with the peak design and had no issues. However, the packable tortuga bag ripped on me 5 times within a few months and very minimal use, so I don''t recommend it at all! Lastly, you can pick up the peak design at a significant discount if you're a bit savvy. I believe I got 35% off or something like that. I may try out the aer bag on one of my next trips.
Backing a peak design kickstarter at the $1 tier would get you 40% off on nearly everything at their website in the past! That doesn’t help with “we need a backpack for our vacation next week”, though.
Great video. Thanks. I bought one of the ones you rejected: the Farpoint 40. I bought this only after a trial run doing a 13 day, plane, and bus hopping trip through Mexico with a Farpoint 40 borrowed from a friend. It worked well, and so decided to get my own. It checks all the boxes for me.
I might buy a "non-travel" backpack for local use - for example, to take laptop and other tech stuff for a single day workshop.
I've been using a 40L Nomatic bag for a number of years now. Excellent for traveling. Multiple top pockets for easy access when in an overhead bin. I do have a hip band for it that I haven't been using. Really high quality product.
Using my Aer while traveling right now! Thanks Nik to confirm my choice.
I like finding reviews that speak well of the items I have purchased. It makes me feel validated haha 😄 I love my Aer Travel pack small too!
Been waiting for this video, thanks!
I live outside of US and I've never heard of any of these bags, except Thule perhaps. Facinating.
Good video 👍. But - The peak design bag cons:
- Stupid compression snaps totally unsnap every time I pick up the bag by one strap;
- Too heavy;
- The materials are too harsh! Say goodbye to your precious Merino clothing! 😢
There are a lot better options - Some new Osprey bags (not the one you included). Or Alpaka bags, or Belroy, or Black Ember. Way better!
not to me.
Great video! I am thrilled you selected the AER bag as your favorite. I bought that one this summer and am very pleased with it. I took it on a couple trips and didn’t have any issues with it. It holds a lot and didn’t feel like I was being weighed down. Great choice! 👍🏻👍🏻
I put a very large water bottle on the pocket on the aer travel pack with a carabiner that goes from the top of the bottle to the clip on the pack or just put the magnetic strap through the bottle handle - it won’t fall out
I find the pack a little heavy - however - it is chefs kiss for everything else and fits so incredibly well - I’ve travelled all over the world with it
I purchased the Peak Design bag and love it for over a year now. It’s holds a ton of stuff and I take it everywhere.
Fantastic video! So thorough and detailed! I look forward to all your videos.
ive been back here many times for myself and gift for others. thanks
Great video, enjoyed it a lot but I'm so glad I didn't come across it when i was looking to buy a travel backpack because I may have not got the Osprey and I still think that it is the best option for a woman or someone more slim-built. Coming from Osprey's tradition of hiking gear it's a bag made for comfort first and foremost and it's not quite as heavy as some of the other bags on this list.
As a man nearing 50yrs of age.. my ultimate Travel Bagpack would be an "Expandable (38Lto45L) &Convertible 2Wheel Rolling Backpack" with Compression straps within the bag and laptop Compartment on the backplate.
This would roll when in airports, be carried when outdoors, fit all airline regulations when not expanded and still have the ability to be useful for when not boarding an airline.
The Thule bag here in your list would be the best template with its semi-rigid frame or maybe Eagle Creek would make a version of the 38L Convertible Expanse Backpack into the above "dream bag": Clean lines, Easy and Functional.
Cheers
Rick Steves' website/online travel store, Europe Through the Back Door.
Cool comparison, thanks!
By no means a Cotopaxi stan nor do I even use the Allpa, but why would you buy a bag that's too big and then rank it out because it's too big? They have a 35L bag that should have been compared here
Make it make sense!
Exactly. They have a 20, 28 & 35 of the same bag. Just being petty.
@@youlikeitiloveit3747 The bag he picked as best overall is a 35L bag as well so yeah, I'm more than a bit confused as to why the Cotopaxi bag got dinged here on size.
Yes!!!
Nice cover of the best backpacks today. I just love my AER TP 3 X-Pac.
How does the X-pac material feel? Is it a Matte black colour?
I've got the Aer Travel Pack 3 small X-Pac version and if durability is your concern, this bag nails it. It's so great to not worry about weather or conditions and know that your stuff is protected.
Only gripe I have is that the straps scratch me a bit when taking the bag on and off and the zips are a little hard to operate due to the waterproof lining.
I've been looking at getting the small instead of the large one too. But it seems the small can get heavy as well so I would need to buy the separate hip belt for it ....
I love those bagpacks. ...they're so perfect for perpetual travelers.
Man the Goruck GR3 is slept on. I've got a 45 liter one and its perfectly sized for carry on use. Its fantastic and I love it
Every time i see the new 4ra promo, i feel like i need to place another bet! it’s just so enticing, can’t resist trying my luck again and again.
while the cotopaxi allpa 42l criticisms are warranted, they have since released new versions with different materials (you actually showed them in the screen capture)
they also have the allpa available in a more reasonable 35l (which could’ve been included in this video)
otherwise great travel pack roundup
I watched this video while on holiday, with the "AER Travel Pack ULTRA". If anyone is worried about weight, the ultra is lighter, and looks (in person) amazing, I get compliments all the time. The only thing you give up is soft lining in some places. However, it's lighter, stronger, and waterproof. Can't complain
Amazing quality video! Congrats
Just saw 4ra’s new IPL event, and it’s incredible! can’t wait to get involved.
Excellent video, straight to the most important points with out all the bloat.
This was great. I plan to stay at better hotels going forward (4-star on up) so I'm definitely trying to avoid the backpacker "where's the hostel" look. So, for now, I'm experimenting with a very old TravelPro rollaboard plus a messenger bag. If I decide to ditch the rollaboard, I'd probably go for Pakt - I like the look of the Thule, but the way the straps attach they block opening the clamshell. That's a nonstarter for me.
Totally, man. Anyone else think Finch's game strategies make 4ra bets smarter? Feels like insider info!
Great video, as a professional bag nerd and amateur backpack reviewer on RUclips, lots of good points made here. The AER TCP3 is definitely one of the goats. 🐐 props on a good mix of bags shown.
I have the smaller version of the PAKT backpack and absolutely love it.
I’ve had it almost a full year and it still looks brand new 😀
I was really interested in the conclusions and I was only confused by how you talked about the Aer. You mentioned the great clamshell opening, perfect for organizing with packing cubes, the great top pocket for sunglasses, etc. - all of which were things you stated as *negatives* for the Osprey. It was bizarre. And I think you missed one of the best elements of the Osprey - that it is absurdly comfortable to wear packed.
I have an AER City Pack. LOVE IT!
Patagonia MLC Black Hole deserves some attention. As does the budget Rick Steves Backdoor one bag and the deluxe version with the expansion zipper.
Great video! Very informative and definitely helpful
You've got to try out the LTT backpack. It's great and fits perfectly on planes. It's by far the best back pack I've had
Great review, thanks!
Huge fan of AER in xpac. New ultra fabric even lighter. Have cpl of their bags and getting another. Great review and channel thanks!!!!
Thank you! Great info!!! I love that you're never sponsored on these so I can trust your opinion. :)
As a business traveler 7:34 made me snort and laugh. I‘m trying to imagine in what world I could walk around with a fridge like that on my back
same i had to run that back a few times
@ it’s funny because he also says it’s for business travelers who don’t want to look like backpack-er and then goes on to show himself walking with a frigging HUGE fridge on his back
@@elqord.1118 lol it's perfectly timed. He looks like he's playing Death Stranding with that thing on
I so desperately want access to that carry-on sizing spreadsheet. :)
Id patron subscribe for a month to get it lol
Me too! Pretty please share...!
Me three. Pretty please share!!!
Everyone wants this ❤
Yesssssss! 😊
I bought a Cor Surf recently due to the price. It had all the features of the Cotopaxi (and the look) at a much better price point. I really don't mind the interior zippers. It also came with a Dopp kit and some packing cubes. I really wanted a hip belt so it fit the bill. When my wife and I travel we take both a wheeled carry on as well as a backpack. The larger Away carry ons and our respective packs. Most airlines haven't given us a problem and I have carried both (Cor Surf and Away) on Air Asia without an issue. Air Canada did make us check the Away bags at the gate on our recent trip to Iceland but covered the cost so not a big deal. Overall it isn't a bad backpack but if I was to do it again I would probably drop the cash and get the Tortuga. The accessories from Cor Surf were fine and the Dopp kit does hold a ton and hangs. For organization I have thought about a Peak design wash pouch but don't want to drop all that cash.LOL
Thanks for putting this one out.
My 2 best travel backpacks are evergoods tb35 and the attitude supply atd1 if i need i backpack big enough for a big excursion in every kind of environment.
I just backpacked one month around Japan with the Tomtoc Navigator, its an amazing backpack, the best I've ever had.