Osprey Farpoint 40 Travel Backpack Review - Rugged and Popular 40L Pack for One Bag Travel

[@182britania]

Great video had mine for over 2 years and use it on every trip i go on,loved it so much my whole family have one too,with all the packs on the market this is seriously the best one .

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience! That’s great to hear it’s still holding up so we’ll and that you have enjoyed using it a lot! :)

[@rosken11]

The bag is just AWESOME.. I’ve been using it for almost 2years.. fit as carry-on.. as for shoulder strap, i always use it prior to boarding the flight.. i will stow away the harness and zip the backpanel.. and use the shoulder harness.. it give a slimmer sillhouette to the bag, and more compact in the overhead compartment.. sometime by doing it, i can get away from weighing my bag during the checking..

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience! I'm glad to hear you have enjoyed using the bag a lot, its definitely one of the best bags for one bag travel! =)

[@iamhasrizal]

I have been using this bag for two years and it still feels new with fresh look. The sternum strap came out and I lost it, but Osprey customer service sent a replacement to me FOC. Thumbs up Osprey.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience! Thats great to hear that it has been holding up so well and that Osprey's customer service has been good too! =)

[@yeeenim]

Does it fit as personal item with airlines?

[@jaymeez]

I’ve had my Farpoint 40 for about 6 years now and it still looks new. Osprey is the only brand backpack I will ever buy

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience! It’s so great to hear so many stories like these about the far point, seems like a true classic that will be with you for a long time! :)

[@reggieangus5325]

then stay slurping lol, This bag is the most overhyped garbage backpack ever. Osprey really has a good marketing team. This bag is absolute dog feces compared to Aer Travel 2, especially if you have a laptop. Seriously wasted 200 on this thing, loppy balance, one giant pocket in front thats vulnerable to thieves. Inside has no organization except a sleeve which you cram everything into that is horrid. Only redeeming factor is that this bag is large and can fit a months worth of clothes in. Other than that, its the worst 40l osprey has ever put out

[@TheNDex]

@@reggieangus5325 I was looking at this backpack and went to test it. I didn't like that the laptop was in front of the bag. Also, the compression straps were near the front which meant it didn't compress the whole backpack but front only. Other then that, the bag is ok but I'm sure there are other ones. I'm taking a look at Aer Travel since you mentioned it. Cheers!

[@Scooter22284]

I was highly considering this bag a while ago but I couldn’t get it for the one reason that the laptop compartment isn’t on the back of the bag like you said. If they would redesign that to the back I would buy it in a heartbeat. Instead I got the Osprey Porter 46. Absolutely love that bag for my one bag travel bag! Check it out and thanks for the great review as always!

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback! It's definitely a bummer about the laptop compartment, but thats great you've been enjoying the Porter! Thank you for the suggestion and Ill definitely have to see if I can get my hands on one! =)

[@NitinJadhav]

latest 2022 model has the laptop compartment at the back.

[@Nerazzurri87]

5:20 There is velcro deep inside the pocket to secure the flap!

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the clarification! That definitely makes sense!:)

[@sagenev]

The back flap folds in at least once more so that the one side of the velcro can join the other side of the velcro on the bottom of the inside of that compartment. The whole flap should be tightly folded, and tucked underneath the bag, locking the velcro.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the additional information! That makes sense so I’ll have to try it out that way :)

[@merjaymermanph]

I have a wheelled version of this,,farpoint 36 and i love it

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and glad to hear that one has been working out well for you!:)

[@FOharrypotter]

Thanks for this video! I’ve just ordered my one so fingers crossed I like it :)

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful! The bag has been awesome and I hope you enjoy using it a lot!:)

[@coachangelap.wilson824]

I've got one of these osprey very durable and versatile having the small backpack dettachable as it is need it, just for a trip in city breaks, leave the big one in the hotel.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and glad to hear you’ve had good experiences with Ospreys bags!:)

[@simonjanssen5326]

Very detailed and thorough review. You did a fair evaluation of its upsides and downsides without criticising it too much. And you took its moderate price into consideration compared to like Tortuga or Aer, which some other videos don't! That moves the Farpoint a few steps up the ladder, IMO. I agree with most things you pointed out, just one thing you didn't really touch on: the water bottle holders on the front are very hard to use when the bag is fully packed and the decent depth that you mentioned is almost gone. For me the bottle holders are one of very few weaknesses. Great video anyway!

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback! Im glad the video was helpful and that’s a great point on the water bottle pockets! I didn’t end up filling the bag up to its fullest capacity but I can definitely see it would be a struggle with the bag more full!

[@YoutubeTravelerSoloVagabond]

Thats just fabulous... thanks for the review... im a world traveler and like to travel a bit heavy most times, but this is good bag for me to cheat and travel a bit heavier with just a backpack... thanks

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful! Definitely a great bag for travel when you need a little more space!:)

[@SkinnyPe]

can anyone tell me if it sits higher or lower on the hips. i like it above my hip bones. does anyone know what that backpack style is called when the tent bag is over your head?

[@JumpingWatermelons]

Just the other day I was just searching for and hoping you'd reviewed this. Also I just saw that one size is(/was) on sale at Amazon for $120, so I just ordered it. Thanks :-). I've been really annoying myself by getting too detailed in bag comparisons and I'll feel good to have this choice made

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and I'm glad you were able to pick the bag up at that price! Thats a great deal and this bag is a very good choice and I hope you enjoy using it a lot! =)

[@Krispy-3]

nice review could you do the Osprey Transporter Carry ON i dont think anyone has done that bag yet thank you

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback! And thats a great suggestion, I had been eyeing that one, it looks pretty cool so Ill definitely have to try to get my hands on one! =)

[@peace_ab]

Love it ❤

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching!:)

[@beduinoaq]

I bought my Farpoint 40 in september 2016 in Munich ...Next year i will do . my second trip with using farpoint 40. The best backpack that i knew

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience! I’m really glad to hear the bag has continued to hold up really well!:)

[@enigmab8978]

Please specify if it is a large or small bag.

[@jackolantern7342]

doesn't look like you could have a laptop at your back while having that harness system. Probably that's why Porter 46 doesn't have that harness system but has laptop closest to the wearer's back. I prefer the Farpoint 40 setup tho'

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and that’s a good point on the trade off between the laptop placement and harness system!

[@loydlim9604]

nice review, its amazing bag, super lightweight its made for travel light, and very paded im using that than my nomatic travel bag coz aside from superlight, very comfortable, you can pack a lot, my cons only is it didnt stand alone, at the airport its important that the carry on bag is standing alone specially if you are at the boarding gate or waiting area 2nd the back to hide the straps, that type people doesnt have time to close the zipper inside the plane before you put to airplane compartment ,there's alot of people coming from your back moving to their seats hehe

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback! I'm glad the video was helpful and I agree the bag has definitely been great to use! and thats a good point on the fact it can't stand on its own, that would have been a really nice bonus for sure! =)

[@MorganMalfoy13]

I put my flip flops in the mesh pockets in the front. lol

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and that’s definitely a good use for those pockets!:)

[@sup_orthobro]

Goruck gr2 34l vs farpoint 40. Which one will you go for if you only can choose one

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and tough choice for sure! Although the farpoint is a little more comfortable IMO and it comes in at a lower price point, overall I prefer the GR2 as it feels much more rugged, I really love the aesthetic and i prefer it’s organizational layout. Hope that helps a bit and please let me know if there are any additional questions I can help answer about the bags!:)

[@nathangriff6862]

Can you stow the hip belt when you don't want to wear it and still be able to use it as a backpack or must you also store the shoulder straps if you put the hip belt away? Thanks.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching! You would really need to put everything away together to take advantage of the zippered flap

[@nathangriff6862]

@@dannypacks That’s what I was afraid of. I do appreciate the help though. That would be a dealbreaker for me, unfortunately. Oh well, I’m sure that I will find another bag that takes into consideration that I don’t often want the hip belt in use.

[@jodotstockdale]

can you so a review of the thule 60l landmark?

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the suggestion! That one looks great and it’s definitely on my list of bags to check out in the future!:)

[@umistry2]

Great review

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback!:)

[@x0xMISSKEVINJONASx0x]

How would you compare this to the Dakine split adventure 38L in terms of space, function and durability? I actually have this fairview but want something a little more low key to travel with

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and good question! In terms of space I think they can actually hold a pretty similar amount and I like the pocket layout of the Dakine bag a little bit more. With that being said this osprey definitely feels more rugged and the harness system is a lot more comfortable. Hope that helps a bit and please let me know if there are any additional questions I can help answer!:)

[@yeeenim]

Does it fit as personal ítem with airlines?

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching! This can work as a carryon but I think it would be a little too big as a personal item on most airlines

[@joebruhin2098]

Hey, thanks.....can you recommend specific packing cubes for the Farpoint 40.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and im glad the video was helpful! As far as packing cubes there are so many good ones to pick from, my go to recommendation recently has been the peak design packing cubes as they seem to be the best option for most people since they are super light, compressible and have a compartment for dirty items. With that being said eagle creek, knack, and nomadic also have some really great packing cubes that might also be worth checking out. Hope that helps a bit and please let me know if there are any additional questions I can help answer! =)

[@DimRevsUp]

nice video. i am seeking for a new backpack and i've seen to many videos for this backpack. many owners returned because of where the laptop's compartment is. Do you have a alternative backpack to reccomend.?

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and good question! A few good alternatives that might be worth taking a look at are the Tortuga Setout 35L, the Topo Designs Travel Pack, the Aer travel pack 2 and the Nomatic travel bag. Hope that helps a bit and please let me know if there are any additional questions I can help answer about the bags!:)

[@yiorkis401]

Nice vid , always good gear on channel! Try and get your hands on new 22l from EG 👌

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback! I really appreciate the support! and thank you for the suggestion Ill have to check that one out! =)

[@sabedi11]

Will it fit under an airline seat?

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching! Unfortunately this will be too large to fit under the seat:(

[@hankmoody2496]

Small/medium better for EDC?

[@tblue01us]

No, it's too big for that. It's designed to be a full size travel bag for smaller persons. My wife is 5'-0" and has the Fairview 38L that fits her well. She carries a day bag to complement the Fairview. Checkout the Pack Hacker review which discusses the differences in the bag sizes: packhacker.com/travel-gear/osprey/farpoint-40/

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and I agree with the other comment here that it would be a little too big and bulky for edc unfortunately. With the amount of padding and space that this style of bag has its really meant more for traveling. Hope that helps a a bit and please let me know if there are any additional questions I can help answer about the bag =)

[@reggieangus5325]

worst bag for edc, don't even think about it. If you do buy make sure you can get a refund because youll be refunding it. I'm serious.

[@cookinchiefgrt2116]

What about the hip belt, looks flimsy not paddded

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and good question! It’s not quite as well padded as something like the belt on the Tortuga Setout bags but it’s still pretty comfortable and the way it is integrated into the back panel really makes it feel like it’s distributing the weight nicely. Hope that helps a bit and please let me know if there are any additional questions i can help answer about the bag :)

[@simonjanssen5326]

I would love to see a review of a backpack by the brand Deuter from you. They have a new travel backpack out which is called the Aviant Carry on Pro 36. Would be a good bag to compare to the Farpoint as they are both bags from Outdoor brands in a similar price range.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the suggestion! Deuter bags look great and I’m definitely curious to see how they compare to osprey so illl have to see if I can get my hands on one :)

[@raulkanonich6159]

Me gustaría escucharte en español

[@dannypacks]

Muchas gracias! Quizás tenga que empezar a hacer los vídeos en los dos idiomas en el futuro :)

[@Julia-zz1gq]

they put it there to prevent damaging the laptop when using the backpack as a suitcase

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the additional information! :)

[@francismendoza6022]

I just hope that the side handle was on the other side!

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching! and thats an interesting point and I wonder how companies decide which side to put the handle on haha Might have been cool to have one on each side so it could work well for people that are right or left handed especially since there is no water bottle on the sides. If there are any additional questions I can help answer about the bag please let me know =)

[@noonespecial6076]

How does one test out these bags? Do you have to return the test bag? Do you have to have a certain subscriber count for them to send you a test bag? What if the bag gets damage from testing? Do you have to pay for it? I am curious to know. Great video by the way.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback! I'm glad the video was helpful! As far as testing, thankfully I get to keep the bags so that i can properly test them and assess them not just on their features but also how well the hold up after a longer period of use. If the bag gets damaged from testing in normal use companies understand that that is part of the review process and I always make sure to communicate any issues I run into both in the reviews and directly to the company so they can be aware. As far as subscriber counts i don't think there are specific numbers necessarily I think it depends on things like your experience with reviews, the engagement your videos get, and your channels alignment with the brands. Hope that helps a bit and please let me know if there are any additional questions I can help answer =)

[@alphadream953]

i like how technical it is

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching! and I agree the technical look works well for this bag, in general its not really the aesthetic I prefer, but I thought it still looked pretty good while I was wearing it haha =)

[@carlosespinal17]

Muchacho!!! Check on the Fjallraven Travel Pack :) I have been a user of the farpoint 40 for 3 years. It's just my default bag for everything that is not city travel or whenever I need to carry a lot of weight. I give it plenty of use and I still looks like new. Indestructible.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience! Thats great to hear that it has held up so well for you and that you have enjoyed using it a lot! and thank you for the suggestion on the Fjallraven, I was really impressed with their Raven 28 so definitely want to feature more of their bags! =)

[@beltrangarrote1982]

And what would be your choice for city travel?

[@toonjie]

Zippers are YKK

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the additional information! I wasn’t sure while looking at the zippers but that’s great to hear the bag has that as well!:)

[@budget_nomad]

$160 for a 40l bag???? Try the Decathlon Forclaz 40l Travel 100. It's $35.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for the suggestion! I hadn’t heard of that but I’ll have to see if I can get my hands on one!:)

[@orbispictus6127]

Wow good price for Forclaz 40 travel 100. It's almost $50 in French Decathlon.

[@tonyal2974]

This one apply for a carry on luggage?

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and good question! Even tho this can get close to the limit when it’s fully packed out I have seen this carried on many smaller international airlines and should be carry on compliant on larger airlines. Hope that helps a bit and please let me know if there are any additional questions I can help answer about the bag!:)

[@tonyal2974]

@@dannypacks thanks I just used for travel, i wasn't fully packed but I didn't gave me trouble

[@yeeenim]

@@tonyal2974 How did it go? Did it fit as personal item with airlines?