Farpoint Fairview

Check out Osprey farpoint/fairview 40L. It’s a travel backpack so it also has a clamshell opening that’s easy to get stuff in/out of like a suitcase. The backpack straps are actually really comfortable so you can walk with your pack fully loaded for longer distances, up stairs, etc. It’s very resili

If you really, truly, need it to be 100% waterproof, I'd go for 40-50L dry bag backpack, there's plenty out there. They're intended for raft/kayak camping, but I've seen them used heavily by boat crews and people that work out in the elements. If comfort matters more, there's plenty of 50-70L backpa

Just answered this on another post so will copy my answer here: Check out Osprey farpoint/fairview 40L. It’s a travel backpack so it also has a clamshell opening that’s easy to get stuff in/out of like a suitcase. The backpack straps are actually really comfortable so you can walk with your pack ful

I love Osprey’s modular systems like farpoint/fairview. The versatility of being able to zip them up and check it as a larger piece or carry it on as a carry-on/hand luggage separately is great. Also for situations like yours you can leave the smaller one for overnight trips or leave the larger one

My latest purchase is a Matador SEG28, which I recently took to Japan for 2 weeks (along with the Matador Freefly packable duffel and Uniqlo drawstring shoulder bag — both packed in the SEG28). This bag really fits my travel style and needs and I’m happy with it for lighter travel. Its size complies

The old version of Osprey Farpoint 15 (still available in some places) is pretty similar to the Konseal. It’s 15 liters, one big opening on top, not too much going on with the outside except two meshed bottle holders. It’s Osprey, so the quality is good and there’s a lifetime warranty. I recently pu

Big Question - as already mentioned - is How Much Gear? What Features? In any case, Measure Carefully according to the airline(s) you plan to fly. Opinions as to How Strict the airlines are on bag size are all over the map, but it SEEMS like the general consensus comes down to "cheap airlines = stri

For a first ecology job in Texas, the heat and long hours on your feet mean that suspension and ventilation are your top priorities. While the Cotopaxi Allpa is a great travel bag, its flat back panel can feel like a sauna after a few hours in the sun. If you want a bag that handles a European hoste

For safari travel, the best daypack is one that keeps your gear organized and easily accessible in a vehicle, on flights, and during hikes. Since you’re looking for a pack with an upper and lower compartment, quick-access pockets, a laptop sleeve, and space for a camera with a 100–400mm lens, you’re