DayTripper Backpack: Raven Black

Nice colors and material, poor design

When the upper pockets are full, the front flap falls completely forward when opened, which makes the bag awkward to use/fill. Further, there’s no grip on the bottom, so when the bag is standing upright to be packed, it constantly slides around. I actually have to prop it between two objects just to keep it in place while filling it. The very front pocket is also frustratingly designed. It zips open from the opposite side of the laptop compartment, essentially forcing you to flip the entire bag in a third direction just to see and access what’s inside. It makes what should be a convenient quick-access pocket unnecessarily cumbersome.

Great backpack

I'm actually kind of annoyed at how nice this backpack is. It's so expensive and I was mad about it but I bought it anyway (at 10% off) because it really did look perfect, and it is. I wanted something about 25L which I could use for work. I commute via train or bike at least twice a week and wanted something mostly weather proof, light, with a laptop pocket and good internal dimensions for lunches/gym clothes. This pack is incredibly light, stays standing, and opens up far enough to get what you need out of it. A place for loose papers and several small pockets means I know where everything is. The zippers are CRAZY (who knew zippers could be crazy??), they are so smooth and open with very little pressure. So easy to get in and out. I'd only change two things: one is a key strap in one of the pockets because I lose my keys all the time, and the other is that I'd make the compression straps on the sides of the pack clips instead of closed pull straps. That way I could strap in my water and coffee if I'm on my bike. I'm not worried about my bottles falling out really but if I could put a strap through the handles of each bottle I'd feel better. Otherwise it's really a perfect commuting pack. Hopefully the last one I need for a while.

Daytripper backpack

Love this backpack! Has great organization with all the compartments, perfect size for travel or everyday use, and the color combo is fantastic.