I bought this backpack three weeks ago (received it last week). I packed it out this evening to the gills. I have walked around my condo, fed my puppy (who was attached to my bag for the first 30 minutes 😢having the backpack on), watched a series and still have the backpack on as I type this (it’s been on my back for over an hour now). I want to share with everyone this backpack is not hurting my shoulders or my back one bit.
good video. by the way, the ID slot is a luggage ID (like a built-in luggage tag), not for storing your driver's license, etc. also, the internal lash points are for the camera cubes (when the pack is expanded) but the PD packing cube (which are amazing) do not have lash points on them for use in the packs .. they just kind of fit in. keep up the great work and good luck on your custom bag!
Dude, nice review of this pack. PD is sending me a Black TBP 30L to review. I feel you on the excess nylon when cinching bags up. I use Tom Bihn Strap Keepers for that. Not perfect but gets the job done. Good luck on designing your own bag. That’s a dope project.
Yep A Aron. Sage colour for sure. I went with the 30 litre over the 40 litre. I was going to use your link, but scored a slightly used sage 30 litre with a hip belt and rain slip for a brilliant price. Thanks for another wonderful backpack review!
Can confirm, Sage is the best PD color. Also I don't know if this holds true, but I saw on Reddit that PD's designers said that they lean towards the hard stiff straps over soft ones because over time the hard ones get softer while the soft ones lose support. Only time will tell though. Personally I already have the 30L EDC from PD so this one is a pass but it is an interesting pack.
I picked this bag up today. Thought it would be a good alternative to the Shimoda or similar camera oriented backpacks for city travel. It was not. In fact I would say it’s caused me no end of problems for packing and convenience. It’s incredibly pretty, sure, but my 28 liter Osprey packs more and with more compartments and less fuss getting into them. I use a Sony A7 type camera with an L plate. I’ve had zero problems packing that in an osprey or any other typical packs. Even less of a problem with regular camera backpacks. I would even go so far as to say that this is the worst designed backpack I’ve ever encountered. It looks incredibly pretty But the lack of an extra section for a jacket and camera cubes that, while padded, just do not accommodate even the slightest variations on size. And the sling is even worse. I bought the 6l sling to go with it and what a waste of time that was. Even without the l plate, the included straps in their pocket make it absurdly awkward to zip up. I’m not even sure an SD card wouldn’t get in the way. There’s zero flex and your camera is catching the zips every time you take it out or replace it. And you can forget an extra lens. Practically every other camera oriented bag manufacturer does a better job. And there’s a reason why they all include cinch straps everywhere, like on outer flask pockets. Because they know that those pockets will fail in time. And then there’s the shoulder straps. The ends just flip around everywhere, making the incredibly tidy looking bag look amateurish. It may be the prettiest backpack ever, but it’s worth repeating that it’s also the worst. I’ll be sending mine back. Or giving it to someone I really hate. Even the old fashioned Fjallraven Greenland shoulder bags are more useful! (Actually, the one I bought at the same time has impressed me. It may be floppy and basic with holes anyone can reach into from the next cafe table in Paris, but it’s far more spacious and useful).
If you're making your own backpack for one bag travel...can one of your products take it's cue from the ultralight backpacking/hiking style and make something extremely stripped down and minimalist that weighs less than 1kg and made out of ultra? All the bags generally marketed for one bag travel are over featured for my preference (all I need is one main compartment, two side pockets for water bottles and maybe a mesh front pocket to quickly stash stuff and a lockable main zip) Most of my travel involves a 7kg weight limit for cabin luggage and these packs are way too heavy on their own already, limiting what I can carry. Z Packs Air Zip Ultra Backpack comes close to what ideally I'd like in a travel pack, being front loading and only weighs a tiny 681gm, made with a water resistant fabric, large water bottle pockets, sternum straps and hipbelts which, including the frame makes very comfortable carry. The only problem is its too large, being 62 litre and way too expensive at $450. It can compress smaller but I find the larger the pack the more you pack, which kind of defeats the purpose.
Great suggestions! My first bag will be an EDC but I completely agree with your point that there’s no real amazing ultra light one bag travel pack. In fact, it’s something I’ve wanted to do for a while, so hopefully if the EDC is a success we can develop one later down the line 💪🏾
@@Nomads.Nation Piggy backing on the water bottle... I feel like you may already be far along on process, but in the off chance that you're still accepting suggestions: Can one of your packs have the ability to carry a 40 oz Hydro flask? The diameter is 3.58". I'm a fairly small framed human but I drink water allll the time, so if there's any chance that a 30L bag can comfortably carry a 40 oz bottle I would be in the top 100 of your first buyers.
@@Galactigal_ thanks for the suggestion! We aren't 100% decided on the water bottle holder yet, but the first prototype will determine our next move. Stay tuned to see how it goes (and hopefully you'll still be one of the first 100 buyers 😉)
Thanks for the great review. Just when I started to think this is a great backpack.. the laptop stash in feature made it a no-go for me. Imagine standing at the TSA check at airport and opening the whole thing and exposing your stuff inside just to take out the laptop!! Why didnt they build a separate laptop sleeve?? :(
I agree that I prefer my laptops to be in their own dedicated compartment, but doing so has its cons as well. Mainly it requires a completely separate area in the bag which adds weight and takes away packing space from the main compartment.
Watched a ton of reviews on TH-cam but loved your entrepreneurship venture into making your own backpack so I made sure to come back to the video to use your referral link! Godspeed!
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@@Nomads.Nation Aaron, I just wanted to tell you how extremely impressed I am with your videos, your no-holds-barred, frank approach to the product, and your overall passion in creating some of the best product videos I have ever seen. From your channel, I have learned so much about backpacks over the past two days. You do an incredible job with these videos and I wish you much success with your channel.
@@RonaldEpstein Wow, Ron, thanks so much for the kind words! I'm blessed to have such an amazing team and its amazing to hear that our hard work is paying off - welcome to the world of backpacks!!
Hmmmm tbh you can’t go wrong with either. If you want more features, then go with the PD. If you want a more minimalist experience, then go with Bellroy
@@Nomads.Nation thank you! I managed to see both bags in person and I am going with the Peak Design 30L bag. Thank you for your thorough reviews - it made it a lot easier to narrow things down!
Hi, here's a complementary video on the Peak Design Travel Backpack 30L where you can see some real world use case of the pockets and the rest : th-cam.com/video/7oAcyk05GaQ/w-d-xo.html
I love my 30L bag overall. traveled with just the bag on multiple occasions. I just wish the bottom of the bag had a more filled out shape a theres I fill space is being wasted there.. I try to stuff the bottom with items to utilize the lost space due to crinkle while putting time in the bag.
I was able to travel with 7 days of clothing and toiletry items for 25 days this past holiday vaca; so I believe to gets the job done overall. I am seeking a structured pouch to fill out the bottom of my 30L...Traveling the world without dragging around suitcases and having to check luggage are my goals; these meet my needs. Also, the drink carrier pocket is large enough for me...@@Nomads.Nation
I cant wait to see the backpack you make you kmow nyour stuff. I hope you have different versions of it. Like color and size bc im having a hard time finding a good backpack for me. i need a travel size pack but dont ever travel but i keep stuff like my aer 16" sleeve some of my 5 yo clothes a medium size bag of medical supplies pens notebook knife and also store my ccw in there when im at work but my backpack goes everywhere with me lots of pockets.
Great review! Do you think the magnetic pocket that holds the lash straps is strong enough to hold other items without falling out? Might be a good place for a light rain jacket if so!
Thanks so much! And yes, while that pocket might seem a scary place to store things, it should hold a rain jacket (and other pics of gear) very comfortably and securely
I find it interesting that you refer to the Able Carry Max as being more minimalistic. I would think the opposite since it has a designated Tech section with separate laptop area. The PD 30L does not.
@@Nomads.Nation With that said I have to ask--how usable would the PD 30L be for carrying additional Tech items? Better to use that front pocket, if it is large enough vs the internal mesh pockets?
@@arlencarlson that really depends on what tech gear you are carrying and how quick of access you want to it. But it’s a very tech-friendly backpack so it should be able to handle what you need
Was about to add a comment about this. Unless they've upgraded them, to my knowledge the packing cubes do not attach to the camera cube latches like you suggest in the video (this question seemed to be about this rather than fit). I'm not sure why you'd want to attach them anyway, packing cubes don't need protection or a fixed place.
Great review as always Aaron! I previously had the 45 Liter and loved it except for the straps were too thin for when under load. Any idea if they improved upon them in the latest version? Hope you are well man!
Thanks Brandon and great to hear from you! I think the straps might have sligghhhtly more padding but I am not 100% sure. I will say though the size/padding of the straps makes more sense on a 30L over a 45L
Since I already have the Nomatic nav, Nomatic travel pack (my daily driver and for overnights, usually used in 20L mode) , and Aer Travel pack 2, Aer Travel pack 3 small (my main travel bag to avoid fees in and out of the US) is there any benefit to this bag? I personally really like the 30L one bag travel size (I have done 1-4 month trips in Latin America in my Aer bags). Would that ability to go smaller for day trips to (27) or a tiny bit of extra space If I buy things for family on my way home (the 33) really be an advantage over the Aer travel pack small 3 (seems like it can be pushed beyond 30 in a pinch based on the way its designed and zips up?
I don't really think so, no. By all means, drop the money if you want! But I think with your lineup you are probably getting the best of all worlds. All I would recommend if you have the 'new bag itch' is to go smaller. I' traveled for one month with a 22L bag + 3L sling recently and it was so freeing.
I wouldn’t say either is better, it just depends what you want. If you like tons of features - go with PD. If you want something more streamlined and minimalist - go with Able carry
Can you review dakine split adventure 38L backpack. I've had my eyes on it for a while and heard good reviews but it is not popular compared to other brands. It's weird they have different materials used under the same name on different colors, black 420d nylon, caramel 1200d cordura polyester, other colors 300d polyester. The downside I've read is it does not fit with large packing cubes because it split it's compartment like a luggage. Would be glad to hear your thoughts about it.
@@Nomads.Nation can you also review imperial motion the shuttle 40L. Sometimes I saw it was on big 70% discount from $175 to $53+$10 shipping fee during summer sale.
Pretty close to clicking on the checkout button for this bag! It have everything I wanted in a bag but just a question on the comfort pov. Is there an alternative with just as much functionality as this bag but with better comfortability?
That’s a tough one… maybe the new Alpaka Elements Travel Pack, but I’m the Kickstarter just finished and won’t be available for months. The comfort of this pack is good tho, I wouldn’t let it deter you if you love it. Always appreciate if you use our links - cheers!
Does anyone know where the Peak Design Travel backpack 30L and 40L can found in a U.S. retail store - to try, feel and test before purchase? Not just PD, but the other top brand Aer, Patk, Tortuga, etc?
Urban Cred is opening in New York, they will have some brands in stock but not all. The only place in the world is Suburban Hong Kong if you want to make a trip out east
Not sure about the 30 but the 45L is carried at REI I believe. It’s where I bought mine and I went in person to check out the bag as well as the camera cube. I got it a few years back but think they may still carry. Best to call and confirm.
Just got back from Puerto Rico with the 45L and man it’s just perfect I can fit everything I could possibly use in a day there. I usually just put my iPad and mbp in the same compartment. There’s plenty of room for both
Another great review, A-A-Ron! Would this bag fit under an airplane seat? Ever think of putting a video together with all of your expertise for a travel backpack that would also fit under an airplane seat? I’m in the market for a new travel backpack that can also fit under a seat and would love your suggestions!
Appreciate that A-A-Ron! Unfortunately I can’t say for sure bc it depends on the airline. What works on Singapore Air doesn’t work on Ryan Air. Having said that, I think it’s a good rule of thumb to day it should be fine on major airlines. But to play it safe I’d maybe recommend getting a smaller pack (~25 liters), maybe something like the Evergoods CPL24 or the Boundary Supply Errant or the Knack Pack 2. And yes, a video like this will be coming soon 💪🏾
@@Nomads.Nation awesome, thanks for the suggestions, I will absolutely check out the bags you recommended! And I have been waiting for a video like that for quite some time, I can’t wait to see it!
Also, I think a better bag that has expansion capabilities at a similar size would be the Knack Series 2 Medium over the Nomatic Travel Pack. It’s lighter in weight, better external access and works better overall as a travel bag in my opinion with the expansion. Plus, it’s a similar price point to the Peak Design. Love Nomatic, just not as much of a fan of their travel pack as a functional travel bag
You missed a big con for this design--no direct access to the laptop. A more minor is I would prefer front access to the main compartment. Number three, as a carry-on want some external access for various things you need during a trip. To me they screwed up badly on this design. the 45l is too big. 22" tall is big. May have issues with some airlines.
Hi AR & Team. Great review mate. All PD packs are very well thought of & each has its functionality & usage. It's rather high end but it's worthed nevertheless. Also think you're missing the dangler stopper on both straps. Maybe you got ripped off.! No big loss, they invented elastic band. As always good luck on your project, can't wait to see the AR Backpack. Cowabunga.!
Well, I kinda agree and kinda disagree. I think photographers definitely get the most bang for their buck from PD products. But as a non photographer who uses their bags regularly I completely forget they are photography packs - they are just great backpacks in general
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I bought this backpack three weeks ago (received it last week). I packed it out this evening to the gills. I have walked around my condo, fed my puppy (who was attached to my bag for the first 30 minutes 😢having the backpack on), watched a series and still have the backpack on as I type this (it’s been on my back for over an hour now). I want to share with everyone this backpack is not hurting my shoulders or my back one bit.
thanks for sharing!
good video. by the way, the ID slot is a luggage ID (like a built-in luggage tag), not for storing your driver's license, etc. also, the internal lash points are for the camera cubes (when the pack is expanded) but the PD packing cube (which are amazing) do not have lash points on them for use in the packs .. they just kind of fit in. keep up the great work and good luck on your custom bag!
Thanks for that clarification Dave and appreciate the support on the backpack building journey!
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Dude, nice review of this pack. PD is sending me a Black TBP 30L to review. I feel you on the excess nylon when cinching bags up. I use Tom Bihn Strap Keepers for that. Not perfect but gets the job done.
Good luck on designing your own bag. That’s a dope project.
Thanks dude! Stoked to see your review of the PD 30L 💪🏻
Yep A Aron. Sage colour for sure. I went with the 30 litre over the 40 litre. I was going to use your link, but scored a slightly used sage 30 litre with a hip belt and rain slip for a brilliant price. Thanks for another wonderful backpack review!
Glad our review was helpful!
This looks perfect for my gotway mten3, except for the straps...any alternatives with thicker straps.
Any backpack from Aer - super thick and well padded
Can confirm, Sage is the best PD color.
Also I don't know if this holds true, but I saw on Reddit that PD's designers said that they lean towards the hard stiff straps over soft ones because over time the hard ones get softer while the soft ones lose support. Only time will tell though.
Personally I already have the 30L EDC from PD so this one is a pass but it is an interesting pack.
Yup that could make sense about the durability of the straps. #sagelife
My wife said she needed a new bag for small trips. I knew just the one to get after watching this previously!
your welcome haha! always appreciate if you use our links 🙏
Hi, does this fit underneath the aircraft seat? Thanks.
depends on the airline, it's gonna be close though
Great review! Just curious how well the PD 30L stands on its own?
Thank you! Not at all in my experience
Any accessories for business use ? Like compartments for documents ?
the tech sleeve
I like the minimalistic look of the bag, but also the nice number of features! Give me all the features!
There is no lack of features with PD lol
I picked this bag up today. Thought it would be a good alternative to the Shimoda or similar camera oriented backpacks for city travel. It was not. In fact I would say it’s caused me no end of problems for packing and convenience. It’s incredibly pretty, sure, but my 28 liter Osprey packs more and with more compartments and less fuss getting into them. I use a Sony A7 type camera with an L plate. I’ve had zero problems packing that in an osprey or any other typical packs. Even less of a problem with regular camera backpacks.
I would even go so far as to say that this is the worst designed backpack I’ve ever encountered. It looks incredibly pretty But the lack of an extra section for a jacket and camera cubes that, while padded, just do not accommodate even the slightest variations on size. And the sling is even worse. I bought the 6l sling to go with it and what a waste of time that was. Even without the l plate, the included straps in their pocket make it absurdly awkward to zip up. I’m not even sure an SD card wouldn’t get in the way. There’s zero flex and your camera is catching the zips every time you take it out or replace it.
And you can forget an extra lens. Practically every other camera oriented bag manufacturer does a better job. And there’s a reason why they all include cinch straps everywhere, like on outer flask pockets. Because they know that those pockets will fail in time. And then there’s the shoulder straps. The ends just flip around everywhere, making the incredibly tidy looking bag look amateurish. It may be the prettiest backpack ever, but it’s worth repeating that it’s also the worst. I’ll be sending mine back. Or giving it to someone I really hate. Even the old fashioned Fjallraven Greenland shoulder bags are more useful! (Actually, the one I bought at the same time has impressed me. It may be floppy and basic with holes anyone can reach into from the next cafe table in Paris, but it’s far more spacious and useful).
thanks for your epic comment!
If you're making your own backpack for one bag travel...can one of your products take it's cue from the ultralight backpacking/hiking style and make something extremely stripped down and minimalist that weighs less than 1kg and made out of ultra? All the bags generally marketed for one bag travel are over featured for my preference (all I need is one main compartment, two side pockets for water bottles and maybe a mesh front pocket to quickly stash stuff and a lockable main zip) Most of my travel involves a 7kg weight limit for cabin luggage and these packs are way too heavy on their own already, limiting what I can carry. Z Packs Air Zip Ultra Backpack comes close to what ideally I'd like in a travel pack, being front loading and only weighs a tiny 681gm, made with a water resistant fabric, large water bottle pockets, sternum straps and hipbelts which, including the frame makes very comfortable carry. The only problem is its too large, being 62 litre and way too expensive at $450. It can compress smaller but I find the larger the pack the more you pack, which kind of defeats the purpose.
Great suggestions! My first bag will be an EDC but I completely agree with your point that there’s no real amazing ultra light one bag travel pack. In fact, it’s something I’ve wanted to do for a while, so hopefully if the EDC is a success we can develop one later down the line 💪🏾
@@Nomads.Nation Piggy backing on the water bottle... I feel like you may already be far along on process, but in the off chance that you're still accepting suggestions: Can one of your packs have the ability to carry a 40 oz Hydro flask? The diameter is 3.58". I'm a fairly small framed human but I drink water allll the time, so if there's any chance that a 30L bag can comfortably carry a 40 oz bottle I would be in the top 100 of your first buyers.
@@Galactigal_ thanks for the suggestion! We aren't 100% decided on the water bottle holder yet, but the first prototype will determine our next move. Stay tuned to see how it goes (and hopefully you'll still be one of the first 100 buyers 😉)
superb vlog. 😌
Thanks so much!
Thanks for the great review. Just when I started to think this is a great backpack.. the laptop stash in feature made it a no-go for me. Imagine standing at the TSA check at airport and opening the whole thing and exposing your stuff inside just to take out the laptop!! Why didnt they build a separate laptop sleeve?? :(
I agree that I prefer my laptops to be in their own dedicated compartment, but doing so has its cons as well. Mainly it requires a completely separate area in the bag which adds weight and takes away packing space from the main compartment.
Watched a ton of reviews on TH-cam but loved your entrepreneurship venture into making your own backpack so I made sure to come back to the video to use your referral link! Godspeed!
appreciate that my dude! if you want to follow my journey of making a bag more in depth, be sure to sign up to our newsletter 👉 nomadsnation.com/building-a-backpack/
Lost my sternum strap on a train in Japan. I’ll add a Velcro tie to secure my replacement.
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can you do a side by side comparison of 30L vs 45L? or more broadly, do a review of peakdesign bags small to large and their usecases.
Great suggestion! I'll add to our wish list
I want to use this on Delta Airlines as a Personal Item, Will it fit in the 27L setting?
I have no idea lol, just check the dimensions of the bag and the dimensions of Delta's requirements and you will get the information you seek 💪
It’s best that the Thule subterra 34l? I will travel for 3 weeks in Europe and I’m looking for the best option
I haven't reviewed any Thule packs so I can't say for sure
Narrowed down to 3 bags: Aer Travel Pack 3, Peak Design Travel Backpack 30L or Nomatic 30L TRAVEL BAG. Any thoughts on a winner?
Not Nomatic. Aer if you prefer comfort, PD if you prefer features. But really you can't go wrong with either!!!
@@Nomads.Nation Aaron, I just wanted to tell you how extremely impressed I am with your videos, your no-holds-barred, frank approach to the product, and your overall passion in creating some of the best product videos I have ever seen. From your channel, I have learned so much about backpacks over the past two days. You do an incredible job with these videos and I wish you much success with your channel.
@@RonaldEpstein Wow, Ron, thanks so much for the kind words! I'm blessed to have such an amazing team and its amazing to hear that our hard work is paying off - welcome to the world of backpacks!!
Waiting for the Black Friday sale to order this
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@@Nomads.Nation I already found the product cheaper in a local store so no money for you
@@tecinplace1316 no worries! Glad you found it at a great price 💪🏾
Looking for a smaller weekend travel backpack. Debating between this and the 28L Bellroy Transit Backpack… opinions between those two?
Hmmmm tbh you can’t go wrong with either. If you want more features, then go with the PD. If you want a more minimalist experience, then go with Bellroy
@@Nomads.Nation thank you! I managed to see both bags in person and I am going with the Peak Design 30L bag. Thank you for your thorough reviews - it made it a lot easier to narrow things down!
@@maril8207 awesome, glad to help !!
Hi, here's a complementary video on the Peak Design Travel Backpack 30L where you can see some real world use case of the pockets and the rest : th-cam.com/video/7oAcyk05GaQ/w-d-xo.html
Can it fit in a pair of shoes as well?
For sure! It will just take up a lot more space
I love my 30L bag overall. traveled with just the bag on multiple occasions. I just wish the bottom of the bag had a more filled out shape a theres I fill space is being wasted there.. I try to stuff the bottom with items to utilize the lost space due to crinkle while putting time in the bag.
Agreed - great bag but doesn’t pack super well due to its shape/structure
I was able to travel with 7 days of clothing and toiletry items for 25 days this past holiday vaca; so I believe to gets the job done overall. I am seeking a structured pouch to fill out the bottom of my 30L...Traveling the world without dragging around suitcases and having to check luggage are my goals; these meet my needs. Also, the drink carrier pocket is large enough for me...@@Nomads.Nation
I cant wait to see the backpack you make you kmow nyour stuff. I hope you have different versions of it. Like color and size bc im having a hard time finding a good backpack for me. i need a travel size pack but dont ever travel but i keep stuff like my aer 16" sleeve some of my 5 yo clothes a medium size bag of medical supplies pens notebook knife and also store my ccw in there when im at work but my backpack goes everywhere with me lots of pockets.
thanks Jack! We will aim to have multiple colors/sizes but it depends on how succesful the Kickstarter launch is :)
Great review! Do you think the magnetic pocket that holds the lash straps is strong enough to hold other items without falling out? Might be a good place for a light rain jacket if so!
Thanks so much! And yes, while that pocket might seem a scary place to store things, it should hold a rain jacket (and other pics of gear) very comfortably and securely
Thanks for your recommendation. I buy one.
I bough it in Suburban HongKong.
U also the one that suggest me to go there.
glad to help!
Always a pleasure to watch your review! Also love that new initiative to design your own backpack! Looking forward to it
Thanks so much mate! It’s going to be a lot of fun
Great review. I had not considered this bag as my EDC. I thought it was for travel only
Thanks! It would be a large EDC in my opinion but certainly doable if you carry a ton of gear
I find it interesting that you refer to the Able Carry Max as being more minimalistic. I would think the opposite since it has a designated Tech section with separate laptop area. The PD 30L does not.
Good point! I think Able Carry just has a minimalist feel to it, and PD is known for having tons of features in its bags
@@Nomads.Nation With that said I have to ask--how usable would the PD 30L be for carrying additional Tech items? Better to use that front pocket, if it is large enough vs the internal mesh pockets?
@@arlencarlson that really depends on what tech gear you are carrying and how quick of access you want to it. But it’s a very tech-friendly backpack so it should be able to handle what you need
Do there packing cubes attached inside?!?
I believe so! Although I’ve never used the cubes
@@Nomads.Nation will check tonight and confirm!
@@jamesmaitland4614 they fit, but if you use the camera cube, you'll need to expand the backpack.
@@jamesmaitland4614 thanks mate
Was about to add a comment about this. Unless they've upgraded them, to my knowledge the packing cubes do not attach to the camera cube latches like you suggest in the video (this question seemed to be about this rather than fit). I'm not sure why you'd want to attach them anyway, packing cubes don't need protection or a fixed place.
Great review as always Aaron! I previously had the 45 Liter and loved it except for the straps were too thin for when under load. Any idea if they improved upon them in the latest version? Hope you are well man!
Thanks Brandon and great to hear from you! I think the straps might have sligghhhtly more padding but I am not 100% sure. I will say though the size/padding of the straps makes more sense on a 30L over a 45L
Since I already have the Nomatic nav, Nomatic travel pack (my daily driver and for overnights, usually used in 20L mode) , and Aer Travel pack 2, Aer Travel pack 3 small (my main travel bag to avoid fees in and out of the US) is there any benefit to this bag?
I personally really like the 30L one bag travel size (I have done 1-4 month trips in Latin America in my Aer bags). Would that ability to go smaller for day trips to (27) or a tiny bit of extra space If I buy things for family on my way home (the 33) really be an advantage over the Aer travel pack small 3 (seems like it can be pushed beyond 30 in a pinch based on the way its designed and zips up?
I don't really think so, no. By all means, drop the money if you want! But I think with your lineup you are probably getting the best of all worlds. All I would recommend if you have the 'new bag itch' is to go smaller. I' traveled for one month with a 22L bag + 3L sling recently and it was so freeing.
Which is better for travel between Peak Design Travel Backpack 30L and Able Carry Max Backpack?
I wouldn’t say either is better, it just depends what you want. If you like tons of features - go with PD. If you want something more streamlined and minimalist - go with Able carry
Hi Aaron, which version do you prefer 45 l or 30l?
Hi! Honestly they are pretty similar, just the size difference. So just depends on how much stuff you need to pack
Can you review dakine split adventure 38L backpack. I've had my eyes on it for a while and heard good reviews but it is not popular compared to other brands. It's weird they have different materials used under the same name on different colors, black 420d nylon, caramel 1200d cordura polyester, other colors 300d polyester. The downside I've read is it does not fit with large packing cubes because it split it's compartment like a luggage. Would be glad to hear your thoughts about it.
Great suggestion! Never heard of the brand before but this pack looks super cool. I’ve added to our wish-list 💪🏾
@@Nomads.Nation can you also review imperial motion the shuttle 40L. Sometimes I saw it was on big 70% discount from $175 to $53+$10 shipping fee during summer sale.
@@Zenith121691 I’ll do my best!
Best review I've seen so far. I've been researching this backpack because of the collab with Huckberry so, I've seen several videos.
appreciate that dude!
very great review mate!
Thanks so much!
Pretty close to clicking on the checkout button for this bag! It have everything I wanted in a bag but just a question on the comfort pov.
Is there an alternative with just as much functionality as this bag but with better comfortability?
That’s a tough one… maybe the new Alpaka Elements Travel Pack, but I’m the Kickstarter just finished and won’t be available for months. The comfort of this pack is good tho, I wouldn’t let it deter you if you love it. Always appreciate if you use our links - cheers!
Are the lash straps included, or sold extra?
included... I am 99% sure at least, maybe just double-check with PD just in case though
How much does it weigh
Peakdesign.com will give you the most accurate answer 👍🏽
Does anyone know where the Peak Design Travel backpack 30L and 40L can found in a U.S. retail store - to try, feel and test before purchase? Not just PD, but the other top brand Aer, Patk, Tortuga, etc?
Urban Cred is opening in New York, they will have some brands in stock but not all. The only place in the world is Suburban Hong Kong if you want to make a trip out east
Not sure about the 30 but the 45L is carried at REI I believe. It’s where I bought mine and I went in person to check out the bag as well as the camera cube. I got it a few years back but think they may still carry. Best to call and confirm.
Just got back from Puerto Rico with the 45L and man it’s just perfect I can fit everything I could possibly use in a day there. I usually just put my iPad and mbp in the same compartment. There’s plenty of room for both
Great to know!!
Another great review, A-A-Ron! Would this bag fit under an airplane seat? Ever think of putting a video together with all of your expertise for a travel backpack that would also fit under an airplane seat? I’m in the market for a new travel backpack that can also fit under a seat and would love your suggestions!
Appreciate that A-A-Ron! Unfortunately I can’t say for sure bc it depends on the airline. What works on Singapore Air doesn’t work on Ryan Air. Having said that, I think it’s a good rule of thumb to day it should be fine on major airlines. But to play it safe I’d maybe recommend getting a smaller pack (~25 liters), maybe something like the Evergoods CPL24 or the Boundary Supply Errant or the Knack Pack 2. And yes, a video like this will be coming soon 💪🏾
@@Nomads.Nation awesome, thanks for the suggestions, I will absolutely check out the bags you recommended! And I have been waiting for a video like that for quite some time, I can’t wait to see it!
@@aaronbrooks5558 thanks dude! Let me know if you need any more suggestions or have any questions
Also, I think a better bag that has expansion capabilities at a similar size would be the Knack Series 2 Medium over the Nomatic Travel Pack. It’s lighter in weight, better external access and works better overall as a travel bag in my opinion with the expansion. Plus, it’s a similar price point to the Peak Design. Love Nomatic, just not as much of a fan of their travel pack as a functional travel bag
I freaking love the Knack Pack - such an underrated bag. Completely agree with your points about it
@@Nomads.Nation Considering this Peak Design one versus the Knack Series 2 Medium-any thoughts on that?
@@arlencarlson both are great! If you want epic expansion, then go with Knack Pack. If you don't, then go PD
The warranty support put me off the knack. Also they use PU rainproofing and it gets really sticky after a few years. Nice bag but not a forever bag.
@@Chris-ft4vq interesting, I’ve never had problems with PU coated zips even after years of use…
You missed a big con for this design--no direct access to the laptop. A more minor is I would prefer front access to the main compartment. Number three, as a carry-on want some external access for various things you need during a trip. To me they screwed up badly on this design. the 45l is too big. 22" tall is big. May have issues with some airlines.
Thanks for your feedback - agreed on the size - way too big for most budget airlines
Great reviews, but how comes you never reviewed Douchebags?! I'd love to see your review about their products!
Thanks so much! And they are def on our to-review list - hopefully in the next few months!
Your fuckin awesome! How you choose to describe things is great.
Haha thanks Antonio! Really appreciate that
Hi AR & Team. Great review mate. All PD packs are very well thought of & each has its functionality & usage. It's rather high end but it's worthed nevertheless. Also think you're missing the dangler stopper on both straps. Maybe you got ripped off.! No big loss, they invented elastic band. As always good luck on your project, can't wait to see the AR Backpack. Cowabunga.!
Thanks for the love! And what the heck, did I get jipped on the dangle stoppers 🤔
why spent a lot of money buy PD while we can bought 30L Parkland Backpack Plus for 30USD
Same reason people buy BMWs instead of Toyotas
Peak Design have always being a camera accessory company first, backpack second.
Well, I kinda agree and kinda disagree. I think photographers definitely get the most bang for their buck from PD products. But as a non photographer who uses their bags regularly I completely forget they are photography packs - they are just great backpacks in general
Did he say 18 liter water bottle? 😂😂😂😂
oops 😬
He has a 18 liter water bottle?😂
Oops, meant 18 oz!