I have this pack and I'll add a couple of points: I've used the space under the laptop sleeve to store documents I want to keep protected, otherwise, they'd probably end up crumpled. As for the water bottle pocket... it's nice that it doubles as a stuff pocket, but when the bag is packed full (which admittedly I don't often do) it makes shoving a water bottle there a bit tricky/borderline impossible, I wish it had an elastic gusset or something. It's a minor inconvenience but for someone looking to buy the bag It might be useful to know :)
@@hamburglar4843the Tomtoc 40L is an incredible bag…for its price. It’s half the price of this Osprey. This farpoint is by far the better bag, and one of the best I’ve ever used. You’ll enjoy it! Assuming the non removable hip strap doesn’t bother you
I think this color and model are the best looking osprey they’ve ever made and with how high quality their products are, looks are the only thing that was really lacking.
I 1000% agree. This is my 2nd Osprey pack ever, and I've been interested their products for almost 10 years. Simply because....they did make ugly packs, especially with their old logo. This pack not only looks decent, it looks really nice. Thanks for the comment! Give it a thumbs up if possible. Do you have this pack or any from Osprey?
I'm all for moving the laptop to the back but the implementation is a bit weird and the removal of the entire front organizational compartment was a bad decision. The old design had not just a laptop sleeve, but also a large zipper pocket (good for a passport, cables, small flat items), and a deep compartment that could fit many things. I'd drop my sling, headlamp, chargers, hat, etc. in there. Now you practically have to use separate containers or just leave your stuff completely unorganized in the main compartment. I almost guarantee Osprey will re-add some organization to the next variant.
Can i just ask. I bought this the other day. Is there no way of securing the back flap when stowed away? I roll it up and theres a hole for me to push it into but no velcro or clips to stop it falling out? Seems strange. Or when its stowed does it not fall out? The older packs show it secured with velcro
Great video! I just got this bag and im trying to figure out why they removed the very convenient front pocket. Do you know if older versions are still available?
@@sb.1337 I also reviewed the Adventure bag if you’ve seen that. Are there a few features you like more or less? Or any questions that can help narrow down the pick?
@@sb.1337 Osprey takes comfort and durability, especially with Ospreys lifetime warranty. The only hesitation is that Ospreys hip pack cannot be removed and it’s made more like a normal backpack. For traveling/short holidays, the adventure bags suitcase style setup is gonna be better and the hip strap is removable. Hah idk if that helps, but any more questions can help!
@@sb.1337 me personally, I just didn’t like the hip strap always there on the Osprey. It’s very much a backpacking kinda pack. For general travel or places with a car or hotel, the Adventure pack is probably the better bet.
@@GreenArrowNZ yep that is an option. although if you are not going to use, the laptop sleeve may be a dedicated hiking pack is better instead of a travel pack
Thanks for the great review! I'm currently waffling between this (or the Fairview as some of the woman specific bags fit me better) and Six Moon Designs' ADC. Any plans to review that one or have you at least checked it out? I don't live close to anywhere that I could try it before buying it, which is making the choice harder.
@@kennethstagg9520 dude are you psychic or something? I literally just finished my script for the ADC. The review won’t come out for a couple of weeks, but I can answer any questions that you have. What do you like and hate about both that are weighing into the decision
@@EDG Great timing, eh? Here are my current thoughts. I’m a lot more familiar with the Osprey brand, given how long they’ve been around, and that warrantee is amazing. I like that it has the external compression straps that I could use to lash on a day pack for use on local trails and as a personal item for flying. I probably wouldn’t go with the Osprey day pack since I already have a Gregory Maya 20 that I love, and I’m pretty sure it could be attached if needed. If I’m using a daypack, then a lot of the organizational shortcomings of the Osprey are mooted and it will give me someplace to keep all of my Li batteries items if I need to gate check the main bag. At first glance, the back panel on the Osprey also looks like it would be better for ventilation. Zipping the straps behind a cover seems pretty non-fiddly, too. IIRC, the ADC is lighter, which I wouldn’t object to as long as it does the job. I at least love the *idea* of the pockets on the shoulder straps and better ones on the waist belt. The ability to remove the waist belt could be handy if the bag isn’t packed too heavily. The squared off design also looks like it will be a better use of space (thinking of the 35L, so it’s narrower and thinner than the Osprey.) I generally prefer the side-by-side opening -vs- the end-to-end opening of the Osprey. The extra organization of the one, long, pocket on the front of the bag is good as well. The water bottle pocket looks like a real winner on the ADC. SMD’s Zero Gravity pouch would be a great complimentary personal item if it was big enough to handle my computer or my iPad, but it’s not so I’d need to be looking at something else. I think if I was trying to do exactly one bag the ADC would be an easy choice, but I’ve had to gate-check bags before where the gate attendants told me I needed to make sure the bag didn’t have any Li batteries, so having something to handle all of those items separately seems prudent.
@ thanks for all that info. You should be a bag reviewer haha. Everything you said about the pluses is true. A few things to comment on. The ADC strap tuck mechanism is second worst to matadors globe riders abomination of fiddlyness. The shoulder and waist belt pockets are also incredible. The shoulder pockets fit sunglasses any size phone, and even a plastic water bottle. It sounds like you’re aware of the waist strap being removable as well . The ADC bottle pocket is also God tier amazing because it fits tall water bottles and secure them fully . One point that may sway your decision. is the squared off design of the ADC does NOT necessarily make it easier to pack. My largest criticism of the ADC is the main packing area is only 3.5 inches deep. it is extremely shallow to pack stuff in given at size, it was an awkward packing experience for me. I also prefer side to side opening versus ospreys top to bottom. But the Osprey is a better packings experience because the ADC is so shallow. The Osprey also has a far superior, back panel and laptop storage. The ADC as a laptop storage that is basically unusable., if that’s sways your decision. I would personally still go with osprey with the bags as they are . But if the Osprey had a removable waist belt, it wouldn’t be a close fight. Let me know if you have more questions. I love questions like this.
@@EDG Thank you so much! Sure, I could get extra depth for the ADC by going with the ADC+, but I'm not sure if it would be worth it. I just saw a hack to deal with the waist belt on the Osprey, too - looping it back around the front of the pack and fastening it there. Just tried it with the Gregory and it works great (making the daypack better for urban use, I think.) I think the Osprey is going to be it, for me.
Can you help me to get a good decesion vs osprey farpoint 40l (120 €) or tomtoc (80 €) or something else. I can also spent 300€ +. Just want a good pack that I dont regret =) And do you have also a recommantion for sling bag? Best regards George
@@georgpollath1271 halppy to help. That budget will get you almost anything. What are some things you like or love about the bag. And what’s somehtikg you hate. I can help narrow down
agreed, but I dont think it needs tech organization, which is overrated as a whole. A tech pouch works better anyways and it allows you to use the free space when you dont pack as many electronics.
@@EDG I've just purchased the very same color you have from Amazon, as they're offering a sale for a fantastic price of 140. It can be quite vexing when the more discreet option and best looking color is also the most cheapest, compared to the other model with a prominent huge ass Osprey logo that's, shall we say, less than appealing. Btw, the new version with this color has the black logo. How did you make your white out lol? I'm eager to try it out and see how it performs. Previously, I was contemplating between this, the Aer Travel Pack 3, and the Tortuga 40L.
@ that’s awesome! I’m curious to see how it works out because it’s a very different style than the Aer and Tortuga, all depends what you’re looking for in a bag
@@EDG yeah I will update you and other readers here for feedback. Btw I think the underneath the laptop compartment is a great place to add a packable wash bag from scrubba when you lay it flat + the detergent sheet to utilize the space + add extra padding for the laptop.
I just purchased and used this pack and this video showed me some of the features I didn't know existed. Thanks.
@@thomasblak5315 glad I could help! Hope you enjoy the pack
I have this pack and I'll add a couple of points:
I've used the space under the laptop sleeve to store documents I want to keep protected, otherwise, they'd probably end up crumpled.
As for the water bottle pocket... it's nice that it doubles as a stuff pocket, but when the bag is packed full (which admittedly I don't often do) it makes shoving a water bottle there a bit tricky/borderline impossible, I wish it had an elastic gusset or something. It's a minor inconvenience but for someone looking to buy the bag It might be useful to know :)
all great observations. Agreed with everything. Thanks for helping the community.
Love the video, been looking for a review on the updated the version for weeks and now I’ve watched them all so it’s nice to see a new video up 😅
@@hamburglar4843 thanks so much! Are you watching reviews as a prospective buyer? Let me know if you have any questions I can help with.
@@EDGthanks i just ordered mine but how is this one compared to the tomtoc 40L?
@@hamburglar4843the Tomtoc 40L is an incredible bag…for its price. It’s half the price of this Osprey. This farpoint is by far the better bag, and one of the best I’ve ever used. You’ll enjoy it! Assuming the non removable hip strap doesn’t bother you
@@EDGgreat thanks mine came yesterday, very happy, revisting the video to see how to use the straps 👍
@@hamburglar4843 Nice! What color did you get? It's a pretty sick bag right?
I think this color and model are the best looking osprey they’ve ever made and with how high quality their products are, looks are the only thing that was really lacking.
I 1000% agree. This is my 2nd Osprey pack ever, and I've been interested their products for almost 10 years. Simply because....they did make ugly packs, especially with their old logo. This pack not only looks decent, it looks really nice. Thanks for the comment! Give it a thumbs up if possible. Do you have this pack or any from Osprey?
Great video, very informative and helpful. Thanks!!
@@andrewfunk253 thanks for commenting. I really appreciate it.
I'm all for moving the laptop to the back but the implementation is a bit weird and the removal of the entire front organizational compartment was a bad decision. The old design had not just a laptop sleeve, but also a large zipper pocket (good for a passport, cables, small flat items), and a deep compartment that could fit many things. I'd drop my sling, headlamp, chargers, hat, etc. in there. Now you practically have to use separate containers or just leave your stuff completely unorganized in the main compartment. I almost guarantee Osprey will re-add some organization to the next variant.
Can i just ask. I bought this the other day. Is there no way of securing the back flap when stowed away? I roll it up and theres a hole for me to push it into but no velcro or clips to stop it falling out? Seems strange. Or when its stowed does it not fall out? The older packs show it secured with velcro
Great video! I just got this bag and im trying to figure out why they removed the very convenient front pocket. Do you know if older versions are still available?
Hey, that I'm not sure. I dont think they sell it anymore, but eBay may have it!
Thanks for the video! Have you ever been asked/told by a flight attendant to check this bag?
@@deesea66 nope, never
This was a really informative review - thanks.
@@nicholasng2115 thanks that’s what I’m trying to do! Do you have this pack?
@@EDG No, but I will likely purchase this now as I'm after a new travel pack.
Can't decide between this or the the adventure bag from stubble & co. What would you recommend? Will mostly use for travelling and short holidays.
@@sb.1337 I also reviewed the Adventure bag if you’ve seen that. Are there a few features you like more or less? Or any questions that can help narrow down the pick?
@@EDG Just checked that out, thanks for the reviews - just subscribed! Which of the two would you say is more comfortable and durable?
@@sb.1337 Osprey takes comfort and durability, especially with Ospreys lifetime warranty. The only hesitation is that Ospreys hip pack cannot be removed and it’s made more like a normal backpack. For traveling/short holidays, the adventure bags suitcase style setup is gonna be better and the hip strap is removable. Hah idk if that helps, but any more questions can help!
@@EDG That's already massively helpful, sounds like I'll be ok with either overall. Thank you!
@@sb.1337 me personally, I just didn’t like the hip strap always there on the Osprey. It’s very much a backpacking kinda pack. For general travel or places with a car or hotel, the Adventure pack is probably the better bet.
Wow this version really is better looking then the old ones. Maybe ill take a sharpie to the logos on mine 😂
yea for real. Would highly recommend. Osprey's old logos were ass
I did wonder about that laptop divider/pocket thing since i don't use a laptop. Maybe I'll just cut it out 😂
@@GreenArrowNZ yep that is an option. although if you are not going to use, the laptop sleeve may be a dedicated hiking pack is better instead of a travel pack
Thanks for the great review! I'm currently waffling between this (or the Fairview as some of the woman specific bags fit me better) and Six Moon Designs' ADC. Any plans to review that one or have you at least checked it out? I don't live close to anywhere that I could try it before buying it, which is making the choice harder.
@@kennethstagg9520 dude are you psychic or something? I literally just finished my script for the ADC. The review won’t come out for a couple of weeks, but I can answer any questions that you have. What do you like and hate about both that are weighing into the decision
@@EDG Great timing, eh? Here are my current thoughts.
I’m a lot more familiar with the Osprey brand, given how long they’ve been around, and that warrantee is amazing. I like that it has the external compression straps that I could use to lash on a day pack for use on local trails and as a personal item for flying. I probably wouldn’t go with the Osprey day pack since I already have a Gregory Maya 20 that I love, and I’m pretty sure it could be attached if needed. If I’m using a daypack, then a lot of the organizational shortcomings of the Osprey are mooted and it will give me someplace to keep all of my Li batteries items if I need to gate check the main bag. At first glance, the back panel on the Osprey also looks like it would be better for ventilation. Zipping the straps behind a cover seems pretty non-fiddly, too.
IIRC, the ADC is lighter, which I wouldn’t object to as long as it does the job. I at least love the *idea* of the pockets on the shoulder straps and better ones on the waist belt. The ability to remove the waist belt could be handy if the bag isn’t packed too heavily. The squared off design also looks like it will be a better use of space (thinking of the 35L, so it’s narrower and thinner than the Osprey.) I generally prefer the side-by-side opening -vs- the end-to-end opening of the Osprey. The extra organization of the one, long, pocket on the front of the bag is good as well. The water bottle pocket looks like a real winner on the ADC. SMD’s Zero Gravity pouch would be a great complimentary personal item if it was big enough to handle my computer or my iPad, but it’s not so I’d need to be looking at something else.
I think if I was trying to do exactly one bag the ADC would be an easy choice, but I’ve had to gate-check bags before where the gate attendants told me I needed to make sure the bag didn’t have any Li batteries, so having something to handle all of those items separately seems prudent.
@ thanks for all that info. You should be a bag reviewer haha. Everything you said about the pluses is true. A few things to comment on. The ADC strap tuck mechanism is second worst to matadors globe riders abomination of fiddlyness. The shoulder and waist belt pockets are also incredible. The shoulder pockets fit sunglasses any size phone, and even a plastic water bottle. It sounds like you’re aware of the waist strap being removable as well . The ADC bottle pocket is also God tier amazing because it fits tall water bottles and secure them fully . One point that may sway your decision. is the squared off design of the ADC does NOT necessarily make it easier to pack. My largest criticism of the ADC is the main packing area is only 3.5 inches deep. it is extremely shallow to pack stuff in given at size, it was an awkward packing experience for me. I also prefer side to side opening versus ospreys top to bottom. But the Osprey is a better packings experience because the ADC is so shallow. The Osprey also has a far superior, back panel and laptop storage. The ADC as a laptop storage that is basically unusable., if that’s sways your decision. I would personally still go with osprey with the bags as they are . But if the Osprey had a removable waist belt, it wouldn’t be a close fight. Let me know if you have more questions. I love questions like this.
@@EDG Thank you so much! Sure, I could get extra depth for the ADC by going with the ADC+, but I'm not sure if it would be worth it. I just saw a hack to deal with the waist belt on the Osprey, too - looping it back around the front of the pack and fastening it there. Just tried it with the Gregory and it works great (making the daypack better for urban use, I think.) I think the Osprey is going to be it, for me.
Can you help me to get a good decesion vs osprey farpoint 40l (120 €) or tomtoc (80 €) or something else. I can also spent 300€ +. Just want a good pack that I dont regret =)
And do you have also a recommantion for sling bag?
Best regards George
@@georgpollath1271 halppy to help. That budget will get you almost anything. What are some things you like or love about the bag. And what’s somehtikg you hate. I can help narrow down
Is this allowed as carry on? Some low cost airlines like WizzAir are very strict about the size of carry ones.
@valueink I haven’t heard of that airline, but I’ve never had problems carry on
Youll probably have to buy overhead. This is huge unless you really cinch it down
When was this version released? It's different from what i purchased 2 years ago..
This year or late last year
@@EDG thx..
Same, mine has the attachable daypack.
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great video man - thanks so much!
I love the huge pocket outside to store jackets and foldable carbon tripod but man this bag if has tech organization would be a killa.
agreed, but I dont think it needs tech organization, which is overrated as a whole. A tech pouch works better anyways and it allows you to use the free space when you dont pack as many electronics.
@@EDG I've just purchased the very same color you have from Amazon, as they're offering a sale for a fantastic price of 140. It can be quite vexing when the more discreet option and best looking color is also the most cheapest, compared to the other model with a prominent huge ass Osprey logo that's, shall we say, less than appealing. Btw, the new version with this color has the black logo. How did you make your white out lol? I'm eager to try it out and see how it performs. Previously, I was contemplating between this, the Aer Travel Pack 3, and the Tortuga 40L.
@ that’s awesome! I’m curious to see how it works out because it’s a very different style than the Aer and Tortuga, all depends what you’re looking for in a bag
@@EDG yeah I will update you and other readers here for feedback. Btw I think the underneath the laptop compartment is a great place to add a packable wash bag from scrubba when you lay it flat + the detergent sheet to utilize the space + add extra padding for the laptop.
its a plastic bag
@@incognito8448 what?