Thank you Christine! I have been waiting for PH to review this bag. I own this bag and absolutely love it despite the few annoying things you pointed out. It’s the most comfortable bag to wear if you suffer from shoulder pain like I do. One commenter below thinks the harness system is too much for a 30L bag but when all packed out the bag can be quite heavy which makes the harness system perfect for a comfortable carry.
Osprey keeps updating the porter. I purchased 3 different versions of this backpack. The sojourn porter is by far the best update for me. I love the side pocket for storing my water bottle or tripod. It has the breathable airscape back panel now which is a big plus for me. Carrying both the two older versions was very sweaty for my back and with the updated version with the airscape it has helped get air through my sweaty back so it has been less sweaty when I use it. I will now have to either sell or give away my 2 older porter backpacks. Thanks for the review.
i'd been searching around to shop a backpack for my next month's trip and found this bag at Rei. However, there were not many reviews until I finally order it online since AX gave me cash back on it. I bought the purple one and like it very much when it arrived. Now seeing this video, I am so glad I bought it.
Such a cool bag. I ordered one of these years ago, but returned it due to a lack of bottle pocket, so it's nice to see they've corrected that. Looks like the harness is much improved too. Thanks PH.
🔥🔥🔥review!!! I would need something like this cause I bring to much stuff when I go on vacation. You definitely get lots of space. Great job Kristyne!!!
I used this recently on an international trip. I do like the fact that you can cinch down the bag when less full. This is especially important when trying to fit the bag in overhead compartments on trains and planes. However the harness was uncomfortable regardless of weight and in fact the 40 liter version of this bag fits much more comfortably. I also do not like the fact that there is only one set of zippers that allows you to lock the bag. I also agree that the compression straps add unnecessary weight. In summary the bag was just okay but the 40 liter version is better overall.
I dig the looks, like a smaller Fairview 40, it's pretty neat. Would the Aer Go Pack 2 fit at the bottom of the main compartment to use as a daily bag at destination?
Bags like 44L Daylite are larger, and easier to use as a daypack than this, also flight compliant. They really need to rethink the purpose of Sojourn Porter...
This backpack can be used on most of the US domestic flights and for many of the International flights they will allow the sojourn porter 30L for carry-on travel. I use it all the time to travel internationally and domestic it fits in the overhead bin in all the flights I've been on except for the local flights in asia they are much more strict with size and weight. The size is not my issue with the local asian airlines but the weight so I always check it in because how strict the asian airlines weight restrictions are nothing I can do about that but for international flights I never have a problem. Overall it's a great bag for minimalist packers like myself who wants to use it as a carry-on only for overseas travel. I hope this info helps.
The Porter line has superfluous compression straps and padding on the outside; adding unnecessary weight. Right off the bat the reviewer points out the giant top strap that blocks the pocket. She even grunts when she lifts it to show a different angle. I wouldn’t buy this pack. Why the extra structure and a hip belt for only a 30 L pack? The only reason I could justify it would be to protect and use for camera bag.
My main travel bag for the past twenty years has been a Porter 46. This 30L bag is a miniature version of that. I agree the handle is overly padded and too big to comfortably grip. The compression wings, however, I was unsure about but have come to like. The foam in them and the main compartment do not add excessive weight, it's a very light 46L bag at just over 3lbs. And the foam is great for giving structure to the bag when it's open. The wings do an excellent job of cinching down the load for carrying stability and fitting it into sizers and overheads. Before the Porter I used a few 'Max Carryon" soft packs like the Patagonia MLC and a Rick Steves bag and an Eagle Creek. Compared to the Porter they were a pain to pack and unpack because the unstructured sides were always collapsing. And they carried like uncomfortable poopy baby diapers when not completely filled because they sagged no matter how you packed them. The Porter is sort of a hybrid, with properties of both a soft pack and a hardside suitcase. I tend to agree that the structured waist belt is probably overkill in a 30L bag that shouldn't hold more than about 25lbs. Most ultralight backpacking bags of that size get by fine with no padding and minimal or no hipbelts.
@@brimstone33 I can understand how the Porter was an upgrade to those other bags. My daughter had Porter 46 for a while and didn’t care for it for the features I mentioned. It certainly is a fair priced bag. I have the Peak Design 45L that is a pound heavier than the porter. It does have good structure and loaded with great features. I’ve learned to not over pack it. My son has Farpoint 45 and he has issue with lack of structure like you had experienced with previous bags. Side note: I’m surprised a travel guru like Steves doesn’t offer a better bag. Happy and safe journeys!
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Thank you Christine! I have been waiting for PH to review this bag. I own this bag and absolutely love it despite the few annoying things you pointed out. It’s the most comfortable bag to wear if you suffer from shoulder pain like I do. One commenter below thinks the harness system is too much for a 30L bag but when all packed out the bag can be quite heavy which makes the harness system perfect for a comfortable carry.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
Osprey keeps updating the porter. I purchased 3 different versions of this backpack. The sojourn porter is by far the best update for me. I love the side pocket for storing my water bottle or tripod. It has the breathable airscape back panel now which is a big plus for me. Carrying both the two older versions was very sweaty for my back and with the updated version with the airscape it has helped get air through my sweaty back so it has been less sweaty when I use it. I will now have to either sell or give away my 2 older porter backpacks. Thanks for the review.
I agree
i'd been searching around to shop a backpack for my next month's trip and found this bag at Rei. However, there were not many reviews until I finally order it online since AX gave me cash back on it. I bought the purple one and like it very much when it arrived. Now seeing this video, I am so glad I bought it.
Such a cool bag. I ordered one of these years ago, but returned it due to a lack of bottle pocket, so it's nice to see they've corrected that. Looks like the harness is much improved too. Thanks PH.
Thanks for watching! 😃
🔥🔥🔥review!!! I would need something like this cause I bring to much stuff when I go on vacation. You definitely get lots of space. Great job Kristyne!!!
Thanks for watching, Sam! 😃
Dig her review style
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I used this recently on an international trip. I do like the fact that you can cinch down the bag when less full. This is especially important when trying to fit the bag in overhead compartments on trains and planes. However the harness was uncomfortable regardless of weight and in fact the 40 liter version of this bag fits much more comfortably. I also do not like the fact that there is only one set of zippers that allows you to lock the bag. I also agree that the compression straps add unnecessary weight. In summary the bag was just okay but the 40 liter version is better overall.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
I dig the looks, like a smaller Fairview 40, it's pretty neat. Would the Aer Go Pack 2 fit at the bottom of the main compartment to use as a daily bag at destination?
great review! Thanks!
Thanks for watching! 😃
Bags like 44L Daylite are larger, and easier to use as a daypack than this, also flight compliant. They really need to rethink the purpose of Sojourn Porter...
One question please...Can the lumbar harness be removed? Thanks a lot
Would love to get thoughts on the 46l version.
when will you review the osprey nebula 32l, thanks
The dimensions for this are strange, as it’s very wide, deep, and short. For a 30L, it’s surprisingly non-compliant for air travel.
This backpack can be used on most of the US domestic flights and for many of the International flights they will allow the sojourn porter 30L for carry-on travel. I use it all the time to travel internationally and domestic it fits in the overhead bin in all the flights I've been on except for the local flights in asia they are much more strict with size and weight. The size is not my issue with the local asian airlines but the weight so I always check it in because how strict the asian airlines weight restrictions are nothing I can do about that but for international flights I never have a problem. Overall it's a great bag for minimalist packers like myself who wants to use it as a carry-on only for overseas travel. I hope this info helps.
This bag seems like a nightmare for easy access. So many blockages due to straps and buckles.
Does it fit under the seat on an airplane? Can I use it as personal item?
I’ve been using mine as a personal item for about 10 flights with no problems
Will not fit under-seat on most flights!
The Porter line has superfluous compression straps and padding on the outside; adding unnecessary weight. Right off the bat the reviewer points out the giant top strap that blocks the pocket. She even grunts when she lifts it to show a different angle. I wouldn’t buy this pack. Why the extra structure and a hip belt for only a 30 L pack? The only reason I could justify it would be to protect and use for camera bag.
My main travel bag for the past twenty years has been a Porter 46. This 30L bag is a miniature version of that. I agree the handle is overly padded and too big to comfortably grip. The compression wings, however, I was unsure about but have come to like. The foam in them and the main compartment do not add excessive weight, it's a very light 46L bag at just over 3lbs. And the foam is great for giving structure to the bag when it's open. The wings do an excellent job of cinching down the load for carrying stability and fitting it into sizers and overheads. Before the Porter I used a few 'Max Carryon" soft packs like the Patagonia MLC and a Rick Steves bag and an Eagle Creek. Compared to the Porter they were a pain to pack and unpack because the unstructured sides were always collapsing. And they carried like uncomfortable poopy baby diapers when not completely filled because they sagged no matter how you packed them. The Porter is sort of a hybrid, with properties of both a soft pack and a hardside suitcase. I tend to agree that the structured waist belt is probably overkill in a 30L bag that shouldn't hold more than about 25lbs. Most ultralight backpacking bags of that size get by fine with no padding and minimal or no hipbelts.
@@brimstone33 I can understand how the Porter was an upgrade to those other bags. My daughter had Porter 46 for a while and didn’t care for it for the features I mentioned. It certainly is a fair priced bag. I have the Peak Design 45L that is a pound heavier than the porter. It does have good structure and loaded with great features. I’ve learned to not over pack it. My son has Farpoint 45 and he has issue with lack of structure like you had experienced with previous bags. Side note: I’m surprised a travel guru like Steves doesn’t offer a better bag. Happy and safe journeys!
Hi Pack Hacker, still waiting patiently for you to review the Parsec 26 🥹
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