Comparing Travel Backpacks
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Price | Check Price at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $184.95 at Amazon Compare at 3 sellers | Check Price at Backcountry Compare at 4 sellers | $350 List | $168.95 at Amazon Compare at 2 sellers |
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Pros | Internal and external compression straps, comfortable under heavy loads, holds shape well | Excellent stowable carrying system, internal and external compression straps, comfortable grab handle | Integrated mesh organization system, comfortable, completely detachable waist belt | Waterproof zippers & fabric, comfortable under heavy loads, large enough for longer trips | Removable internal divider, compact size, external pockets are great for quick access |
Cons | Somewhat bulky when fully packed, expensive, no torso height adjusment | No external pockets for quick access, does not stand upright | Laptop sleeve isn't the best, mesh organization limits "shove-ability" | Expensive, odd waist belt design, no internal compression straps | No compression system, unable to stow carrying straps |
Bottom Line | An all-around top performer that is perfectly sized for a weekend trip, is comfortable with heavy loads, and offers easy packing and access | Built for long-haul comfort and heavy loads, with a user-friendly layout that makes it excellent to live out of | A vibrant bag with multiple internal organization pockets to keep clothes and gear neatly stowed away | A sleek pack that holds and organizes your gear with a convenient design and pocket layout and has the added protection of waterproof and lockable zippers | This compact bag is ideal for a quick getaway, and makes it simple to pack and organize your clothes |
Rating Categories | Osprey Sojourn Port... | Osprey Farpoint 40 | Cotopaxi Allpa 35L | Tortuga Travel Back... | The North Face Base... |
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Specs | Osprey Sojourn Port... | Osprey Farpoint 40 | Cotopaxi Allpa 35L | Tortuga Travel Back... | The North Face Base... |
Sizes Available | 30L, 46L, 65L | 15L, 40L, 55L, 70L, 80L | 28L, 35L, 42L | 30L, 40L | 26L, 35L |
Materials | MAIN: bluesign® approved, 100% recycled 460D high-tenacity nylon w/ ripstop, DWR treatment made without PFAS BOTTOM: 100% recycled 1680D ballistic polyester, DWR treatment made without PFAS |
MAIN: bluesign® approved 450D recycled twist dobby polyester, PFAS-free DWR BOTTOM: bluesign® approved 450D recycled twist dobby polyester, PFAS-free DWR |
TPU-coated 1000D polyester, 840D ballistic nylon paneling | Proprietary SHELL200 three-layered sailcloth: 200D recycled polyester | 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with a TPU laminate, and 840D recycled DWR nylon boot |
Pockets with Exterior Access | 5 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 4 |
Frame Type | Foam padding | 4mm LightWire peripheral frame & Atilon framesheet | Foam padding | Foam padding with nylon backing and wire frame | Foam with nylon padded backpanel |
Features | Internal compression & mesh organization pockets, vented back panel and tuck-away harness/hipbelt, TSID luggage registration, padded laptop sleeve, day-pack compatible attachments | Adjustable torso fit, lockable zippers, dual compression straps, shove-it pocket, external toiletry pocket, stowaway backpanel, harness, and hipbelt, 16" laptop sleeve, daypack compatible | Low-profile harness, suitcase-style full-wrap zipper, internal mesh organization, padded laptop sleeve, shortcut zipper to main compartment, anti-theft zippers, tuck-away straps | Height adjustable fit, 16" laptop sleeve, 13" tablet sleeve, internal mesh organization, two water bottle pockets, removable waist strap, load-lifter straps, lockable zippers, | Large external pockets, adjustable internal divider, passthrough luggage strap, 360 degree reflectivity, fleece-lined 16" laptop sleeve |
Measured Weight | 3.4 lb | 3.5 lb | 3.8 lb | 4.5 lb | 3.4 lb |
Weight-to-Volume Ratio | 1.18 oz/L | 1.40 oz/L | 1.74 oz/L | 1.80 oz/L | 1.55 oz/L |
Measured Dimensions (When Full) | 24" x 14" x 11" | 22" x 14" x 9" | 22" x 12" x 11" | 22" x 14" x 8" | 12" x 19" x 6" |
Size Tested | 46 L | 40 L | 35 L | 40 L | 35 L |
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