I can’t tell if my mind is soup from reading so many reviews in the last 42 hours, or if it was indeed changed with the newly released line. I discovered that the Osprey Farpoint’s storied reputation as one of the best backpacks for travel is very valid, but it still might not be the best fit for every traveler. I keep them together, however, and have another small backpack for my carry-on that holds my electronics and various stuff I want on the plane.

It’s a little bare-bones and so if you want to keep things neat and tidy, you might want to also purchase some packing cubes, a nice toiletry bag, or some kind of travel organizer.Our organic dyes and pigments are mostly bio-sourced, our clothing is PFC free, and our fabrics are Bluesign® or Oeko-Tex® certified. If you like your current Fairview perhaps the front clip is not a big enough reason by itself to upgrade/change. The daypack has padded laptop and tablet sleeves, so if you use the daypack as your carry on, it is very easy to pull out your electronics at the security checkpoint. This provides a very secure way to carry your daypack when you want to keep your valuables or tickets to hand. If you prefer the free-form organization of a duffel, check out the Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler which is so light and compressible that it stuffs into its own side pocket.

Its sleek design makes it a good pick for business travelers who just want something effective and basic. When you are about to head onto your next flight or climb onto the coach you can protect the back system straps from damage by zipping the flight cover panel over the top. There are not many downsides; the only one I could think of is the inside space of the main backpack.

There is a lot of room in there and a mesh zippered compartment on the flap for underwear and socks. For example, many sustainable bags are made from ocean plastics: their production causes fewer emissions. Total Blogger Transparency: I accepted this backpack free-of-charge for review purposes, but all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. The Sojourn Porter has many of the tempting benefits that come with the Farpoint, including durability, convertibility, and Osprey’s All-Mighty Guarantee. The back panel is very flat; that’s because it can then be neatly attached to the mothership backpack, but that also makes it a bit less comfortable.

However, some of our testers preferred to be light on their feet in the airport, as it can be fatiguing and irritating to wait in long security lines with all of your luggage on your back, and sometimes it is just easier to throw your toiletries and any sharp items into a checked bag rather than measuring out your shampoo and combing through your bag for anything which might alert the X-Ray guards at TSA. You can support us by purchasing via the affiliate links on this page, which may earn us commissions. Your gear is readily to hand, with the inclusion of a large zippered lockable opening that allows access to the main compartment.It used to be that the Farpoint 55 wasn’t carry-on compliant and it had some other points against it that made it a less attractive option, but now they are much more of a match. It has a detachable daysack which means the Farpoint 55 serves as a 2 in 1 pack, perfect for those on a long escape, wanting to explore each day with less to carry. Limited overhead space or international airline weight restrictions may be more likely reasons you would have to check it at the gate. The system is easy to adjust, which is handy, but it isn’t fun if you find the perfect height and accidentally move it in transit or when stowing the harness system away to check the bag.

Travel far and light with the Farpoint Family, designed to keep up with fast-moving globetrotters exploring new and exciting places. For some, it might make more sense to have a backpack that separates into a main and day pack, like the Farpoint, but which becomes carry on size with the day pack as your small "personal item". However, the Farpoint/Fairview packs have all the essential features and are very durable and reliable.Inside the Farpoint 55 daypack is a fairly standard set-up with a laptop compartment, zippered pocket, and main bag space.