Best, most honest review of this pack that I have seen. Thank you.

Thank you for the honest review. That was helpful. All other reviews are all the same, repeating the same neutral thing without giving honest review.

That was a great honest review. Hope your channel finds more of its audience. It certainly deserves it.

An honest review finally!

Great and honest review. Thank you!

Great point on form vs function in regards to the strap comfort.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind comment. I think about it more as I get older! Haha

Great review and insight. I love PD products and how so many of them are fantastic functionally and they look great! For me, the Traveler 45L fell short in one category: fitment-comfort. To be fair to PD, I’m a bigger guy. I have a broader shoulder, a bigger chest, and a mid-section (gut) than the average bear. Also, in fairness to PD, I read before I purchased that the strap comfort was a let a down for some. With all that being said, I gave the PD Traveler 45L a try because of its reputation, the ecosystem I already invested in, and its solid product lineup. Comfort was a real issue for me. I purposely loaded the 45L with a large camera cube and filled the cube with mirrorless camera equipment, minus my 70-200 and 150-600. It contained a few primes (105mm or less), no tripod, and no accessories other than what would fit in the large camera cube. I'm not exaggerating when I say this; the bag hurt my shoulders. The issue with the sternum strap is true. With weight in the bag, the strap pulls the shoulder straps in. I adjusted it up and down, alternating where they pinched between the neck and chest. I tried to alleviate this by using the hip belt. The hip belt was too short. The hip belt that is sold separately for other packs in their line-up has an overall length of 69" so I anticipated the 45L being somewhere in the ballpark of the same length. I was wrong. I needed 48-50" max, and I was short by about 6-8" in length. Because PD uses a non-standard buckle system, there was no chance of purchasing an extender. Again, in fairness to PD, I should have checked with them directly on length because sometimes, depending on the brand, I have found hip belts can be an issue for me. However, more often than not (98%), hip belts are long enough. The bottom line is that if you are a bigger person, the strap and belt system may not fit you well. This is a shame because the pack is a fantastic backpack overall. One of the reasons I chose it is its versatility, AND the bag doesn’t look like I am heading to Mt Everest wearing a mountaineering pack.

Great review and you’ve gained a new subscriber! Ive been using a Tom Bihn bag, they are good for day bags but I’m thinking of selling my larger one for potentially the Aer Travel Pack 2, just noticed that its dimensions seem to not fit some low cost carriers (Ryanair’s etc), so parked it for a bit.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Ryan Air luggage restrictions are annoying! But I think airlines all over the world are becoming like that. Personally, I've found that if it's a backpack and not a suitcase then they usually don't weigh it or check the size. But maybe I've just been lucky! I used to use a Cabin Max Equator which is a pretty big bag and I never had any problems with it.

The nice thing about the PD45L is it’s modular design. If you get multiple cubes, you can organize and setup each cube to contain specific gear. E.g. lighting cube, lens cube, accessories cube etc. What I do not like about this bag is the straps. Once you put more weight to it, it will tear thru your shoulders like butter. It is much better than the Peter McKinnon backpack in terms of weight and modularity. I have brought this bag to multiple destinations. I would recommend the GoRuck Gr2 or Shimoda Explore v2 30 if you are traveling a lot. Thanks for the review.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your perspective! I don't carry much camera gear. My main camera right now is a Sony Zv1. I do have a lot of tech stuff though once you include work stuff. Seriously thinking of trying the Go ruck, partly because they describe their laptop compartments as 'bomb proof' and that's definitely what I want!

I think the point of the hip straps is that they're supposed to take the most of the weight and have it rest on the hips and off the spine. Similar to how backpackers do with their big back packs. The shoulder and sternum straps are supposed to be there for balance. But I guess it depends on how the hip straps fit. Great review, thank you!

I like this video. My family is going to Europe and I need a backpack to pack my stuff in for the entire trip and this vid was super helpful.

Ordered mine and some cubes for an upcoming Puerto Rico trip on the 11th. Will try it out for that and if I like it I’ll keep

@sidbrun_

Жыл бұрын

What do you think of it?

thanks for the video. I ended up returning mine for the same reasons as well as the weight. I felt I didnt need all the features. Im interested in the new Kota UL by Outdoor vitals, looks like an amazing bag, less than 3 pounds and I am going to back their kickstarter.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

I've never heard of that bag! I'll have to take a look at it. Why do you like the Kota UL?

@iam6706

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you mentioning it. I have never heard of it and I am looking a versitale backpack for travel and KotaUL looks perfect.

I really appreciate the long term real world review. The one thing that’s keeping me from picking this as my travel pack / digital nomad pack is the comfort. Overall opinion from reviewers: not comfortable. Good point, too - “is my very expensive backpack uncomfortable? Is it a bad backpack?”

With a 2015 osprey Porter 46 as my bag of choice for years, I now want and demand a fully comfortable hip strap. It's simply not an option if you are doing real travel that requires walking, exploring and taking public transport. Why torture yourself so that the straps can look cool one close with a magnet? No way. Now, if you are doing "middle of the road travel" (neither high end nor hardcore exploring) and are just getting off the plane, getting into a cab and checking in your room for a week, this is fine. It looks professional, is organized etc. The greatest unwinnable challenge designers are dealing with is trying to be all things to all people.. It's not really possible. You need a slim, black professional looking bag for short business trips ideally. You need a rugged explorer bag for nomadic extended adventure travel that can pack a lot and feel good to walk with. Like a Porter but with a good hip strap, which it does not have. Hardcore hikers need a hiking bag(not my thing). Luxury or vacation travel to the resort only requires a suitcase and a day bag for shopping.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, great analysis. Thanks for your comment!

@TomasKallstrom

4 ай бұрын

Which 40-45liter travel backpack do you recommend?

thanks for honest review 👍I was thinking about buying this one, but still weighing pros and cons 🤔

You are spot on with this review. I've been traveling with this pack since 2017 and I've come across the same issues with the sternum strap. The shoulder strap and hip padding should be a bit more spongy. It's not uncomfortable but it's not truly comfortable. I've never used the "30L snap" feature. I do love the security features. I've learned to under-pack it and it feels great. I don't have to carry laptop or camera equipment otherwise this would be burdensome. I'm keeping it and will only replace if the Holy Grail Travel Backpack present itself.

@Loutripe

29 күн бұрын

I've ordered this bagpack, would you advise to cancel the order and get for exemple the The Travel Backpack ? From Pakt ?

Hey man, Thanks for the video! I think this is my first time seeing a video of yours, I'm about to study internationally and like I'm freaking anxious man like about how to not miss a connecting flight or like getting over the weight limit, was wondering if you could make a video for first time flying internationally with connecting flights and all. I sound kinda demanding but hey probably a good video idea hahahaha

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean, it can be stressful, I agree! I've actually been planning to do a video about that, so I promise you, its definitely coming soon! I'd love to know where you're going to be studying, and when you're going?

@NomerAlfred

2 жыл бұрын

@@LowDragLifestyle Hey man, sorry for the late reply. I'm from the Philippines and I'm heading to Canada hopefully by next year, I'm almost done saving up money to live and study comfortably. I'm completely ignorant about where to get a ticket, like should i go with the airlines or like those websites where they give you discounts which is kinda scary considering you'll be paying a huge amount of money ahaha, but yeah I keep on watching videos and research. Do you know any method about cheaper ways to bank wire money? It's pretty nice that you're making a video about that stuff, and I really appreciate the reply, totally didn't expect for a reply from youtube peeps. Keep on making videos man, it helps a lot of people, hopefully you'd reach more people, but just think of it as your hobby of helping out or educating people, you'll get your deserved audience someday. Cheers my dude and stay safe out there 👍

@kimekholm7178

2 жыл бұрын

@@NomerAlfred don't think there is any other way around those transfer fees than checking your local banks and signing up for the one with the lowest fees, or you could look into crypto and how those are taxed in the respective countries. Good luck with your studies :)

Nicely done. This is a very innovative backpack but suffers from having the faults that first iterations tend to have.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah, there are definitely a couple of faults. I'm interested to see what they do with version 2.

I am currently considering this one for a slimmed down carry-on and daypack vs the Nya Evo 36C which I use on bigger aircraft and for long hikes. The Nya Evo has a fantastic hip strap and super padded straps, but it is about 8cm more bulky in depth than the PD which is now a problem as I have a trip coming up to northern norway on smaller aircraft... I won't be actually wearing the backpack for longer periods of time so the hip support and padded straps hopefully won't become an issue... I do need the bottle pockets, I have a Sigg 1.5L bottle and a 24 oz coffee mug with me at all times. so this backpack does sound like a good option. Thanks for your review!

I've been watching a lot of travel backpack system videos for the 40-45l size and this was by far one of my favorite reviews. I destroyed a rubbish roller-shell system on my last trip a few weeks ago (managed to tear a wheel out of the thing), so it's back to the tried-and-true backpack. Thanks for the video.

@TomasKallstrom

4 ай бұрын

Which 40-45liter travel backpack do you recommend?

Very informative review. Now have you had any issues with the zipper eventually breaking down or coming apart? Eagerly waiting for your response. Thanks mate!

Thank you for this great and honest review ! It's 2 years old but perhaps you still can help me ;) I am hesitating between this bag and the AER Travel Pack 3. Did you tried it ? Because the cons you mentioned for the peak design are a problem for me (confort of the straps and the fact it's not a daypack when compressed). My main concern for the AER is that it's only 35L, I'm wondering if it's enough. Or do you have other alternatives ?

I’ve been eyeing the smaller 30L of this backpack but it comes with a small quick access pocket that’s like a deal breaker for myself. The Cotopaxi 28L/35L is also a great backpack but it doesn’t have a water bottle holder which is also a deal breaker for myself.

Great review. Please don't change when your channel blows up!

I man, i’m french i don’t really understand all of this vidéo but this back pack are amazing. Do you think it’s good back pack for a long travel on 7 months ? ( sorry for my english ahahah)

Pro tip gaet shoulder pads I did for mine made the straps 10x better

Thanks for checking out my review of the Peak Design 45L travel backpack! Low Drag Lifestyle is all about minimalist travel and lifestyle design. If that sounds good then hit subscribe and leave a comment introducing yourself. My review of the Matador Freefly 16 and the YNOT Deploy packable daypacks will be out in the next couple of weeks. Thanks for stopping by!

@jamespulver3890

2 жыл бұрын

I feel like many of the reviews miss that this is supposed to be a camera bag for people with DSLR or Mirrorless plus several lenses, filters, spare batteries, filters and a tripod, and also want some room for non camera gear. The alternative I have now is 2 backpacks, and that's a huge pita even with car travel, and I think if you're not doing that a lot of the features don't make sense. It's probably designed for you wearing it a couple of hours, with you setting up for pictures for an hour or more in between. I can tell it's not a dedicated hiking bag.

I've had the same sentiments from owning mine for 2 years. I didn't hear whether you're keeping yours or looking for something else. I pretty much do the same as you. Use a matador daypack and leave the PD travel at the airbnb.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

At the moment I still have mine, yes. But I'm looking at alternatives. I just really like so many bags. Looking at new ones is almost a hobby in itself! I still have the Matador day pack, but I also have the Ynot Deploy now. I'll have a review of that out soon.

@OJAYSAN

2 жыл бұрын

@@LowDragLifestyle thanks! These things are pricey as well. But I have been eyeing the aer travel pack 2. It’s been out for awhile so keeping my options opened. Mainly want something that is more comfortable and weighs a little less ideally. Like you said, so many options out there!

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

The AER looks like a really solid choice. I might get one myself to take a look at! I especially like the shoe compartment in there.

Thanks for the review. Regarding pickpockets, is this pack able to be secured or locked to prevent theft? This is my concern for travelling in Europe.

@Ndstars1

Жыл бұрын

I own this bag and yeah it is. Get those zippers under the security loop, interlock the hypalon zipper pulls. I've even put on the rain fly for an extra layer of difficulty for would-be thieves.

Great video, sadly of course many of the makers of these backpacks will not take the commentary of the individual user the buyer the ones who literally carry this thing with them every single day they don't take our thoughts and considerations in our possible improvements to heart. If they did then they probably would make a little bit better bags for the user.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely true! I feel like there are some features that I'd like to see, that would make so many people happy, but we probably won't see. Are you thinking about buying this backpack?

@sidbrun_

Жыл бұрын

Yep this is so true. I've got the feeling backpack companies will never make the "perfect" backpack because then they can't sell you the next version which "fixes" the problems. Then they release the newer version but they've removed a couple pockets which they deemed necessary yet were probably being used all the time.

I wish I saw more shots and examples of the bag, pockets, zippers, close-ups, etc

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I'll be making another bag review video soon so I'll take that inboard. I appreciate the support!

Nice review! Deffently a sub from me. Do you have recomandations for personal item bags for travel along side a cabin bag/baggage?

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I really appreciate it! For a personal item bag I'm really liking the Mystery Ranch Prize Fighter 21L right now. It's a tough bag made by an awesome company!

Love your videos. Thank you for honest advice. If you are thinking of gifting the bag I would love to ask. It is impossible to buy or order online “Peak Design” bags in the country where I’m living. Thank you. 👍👍👍

Any backpack that is fully loaded is going to feel heavy no matter how much padding there is. That’s what the hip and sternum straps are for, to take the weight off of your shoulders. I’m glad Peak Design didn’t over pad the straps. They’re just the size they need to be and they tuck away nicely.

@ferrerolounge1910

Жыл бұрын

Lol

@TomasKallstrom

4 ай бұрын

Which 40-45liter travel backpack do you recommend?

@britsareweak

4 ай бұрын

@@TomasKallstrom the peak design travel backpack

Amazing breakdown review, thank you! So in the end… are you going to keep it?

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

I think so, but there are so many other tempting bags! Once I realised how many great travel bags there are I kind of wanted to try them all! Are you thinking about buying a new travel backpack?

@GoandLove

2 жыл бұрын

@@LowDragLifestyle Yup! I'm in the same boat, there's so many great bags! The only thing that deters me from this one is the weight. I have the Peak Design EveryDay Bag and I like it, but hate traveling with it because it's just too small. So I'm leaning towards just staying with the Peak Design brand... But do you have another bag that keeps catching your eye?

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it is a little bit on the heavy side. But honestly, when it's packed out I don't think I would really notice that slight difference between it and other bags. But it is a consideration for carry on weight limits of course! I keep looking at the Go Ruck GR3. I really like things that are built well and will last a long time. The fact that Go Ruck describe their laptop compartment as 'bomb proof' makes me very interested! How about you? Any specific bags other than the Peak Design 45L?

What would be a good alternative?

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

There are so many! You might like the Nomatic bags, the AER travel backpack, the Patagonia MLC, or maybe something by Gravel or Wandrd. Maybe take a look at Chase Reeves' KZread channel. He has some great roundups of lots of alternatives.

@TomasKallstrom

4 ай бұрын

Which 40-45liter travel backpack do you recommend?

Is this ur favorite or another brand for 45L?

@TomasKallstrom

4 ай бұрын

Also intressted. Which 40-45liter travel backpack do you recommend?

Had the same feeling with the sternum strap. The inner edges of the shoulder straps swinging inwards and pushing into the body. And I agree with that these shoulder straps could benefit from more padding. But that means to me they are actually under-engineered

@anemoneyas

Жыл бұрын

I think they tried to compromise between stoability and comfort and the result is kind of mediocre. I haven't taken this bag on long walks (just to and from trains, busses, airport type stuff) and it's been fine but I can't help but miss my goruck's absurdly thick straps, too bad the GR3 is so expensive.

I can not decide to buy it yet.

@NomerAlfred

2 жыл бұрын

I'm torn in choosing Pakt Travel or the Peak design travel, but I'm leaning more on the peak since it has better zippers and it's a good investment since you'll be able to enjoy their vast add ons for the bag. Anyways flipping a coin kinda helps you decide what you really want and just go for it, it's a good investment as long as you'll use it in your life.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

I understand, it's a lot of money. It's definitely a decision to take some time over. Are there any other bags you're considering?

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

I loved the original Pakt One when I saw it in the documentary, 'Minimalism'. I was just waiting for a backpack version! I thought that using your clothes as protection for your laptop was a genius idea! I decided against it because I wanted something a little bigger though. It's only a 30L capacity.

Great review. This backpack is stylish. No doubt. But it isn't meant for minimalist travel. I got problem with its weight.

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah, that's on of the main complaints about it that I hear from other people. It's actually the same weight as a 90L Thule duffel that I have!

It is too heavy. Add one dumbell into it if u get high from weights.

Loved this review. Decided against the backpack. It reminds me of a kid in my 2nd grade class that had a fancy new calculator watch. It would give you the barometric pressure in Japan but it sucked at telling TIME. A backpack should, first and foremost, be a backpack. You should be RAVING about the comfort and build quality of the straps. This bag comes down to a poorly designed suitcase.

Don't talk to too much do practically

@LowDragLifestyle

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback! I'll keep that in mind.

@SiXiS4

2 жыл бұрын

Bruh it was perfect