comments from a petite woman of 5 feet: 1. the shoulder pads are kind of wider and using the clippers to close them is important to make it feel comfortable with heavy load. 2.the size is great for 15 inch torso, can't find a better one on market that fits good, with padded shoulder pads and light materials 3.compared with Fjallraven, Kipling etc, this one fit my needs better with competitive price 4.the laptop sleeve is an overkill, I don't need it. 5.the water bottle sleeves are too loose for 20 oz bottles 6.the straps at the top are surprisingly unnoticeable and great for hand carry. Thanks for the review which helped me make the decision to buy!
@EDG Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the insight! Really helps people hear your experience.
@user-mb9ym6fc9d6 ай бұрын
This is a great bag. I'm a 5'9" tall male with an 18" torso and it fits fine; sure it's a little stubby looking on my back but I use it primarily as an airline personal item and carry it by the handles and it's perfect for that. My main bag is a 40L travel convertible backpack. I agree with others that the backpack straps should stow; additionally, there should also be attachment loops at the top sides to attach a shoulder strap so it can have another carry option for those using a larger travel back back. I give it a 4 out of 5 stars.
@EDG6 ай бұрын
Yep, I’d agree with that. I’m the same size. It’s a decently solid bag especially for the price. But it’s just lacking a few features to make it really useful, as there are better options out there
@MichaelWebber2 жыл бұрын
Functionally very similar to Fjallraven Kanken, the version with the padded laptop slot, but worlds different in styling. I'm amazed this holds 20L. My 20L Osprey Daylite Plus seems a lot bigger; this reminds me more of the Osprey 13L Daylite (not "Plus"). This is not the only current gen Patagonia to forego nicknack pockets and "office panels"; Arbor Link 25L comes to mind.
@EDG2 жыл бұрын
I can see that. The shape gives it that sneaky volume similar to the kanken. I had a daylite and that was so skinny it didn’t hold too much. I do with this had storable backpack straps though to make it a proper tote
@nubbyc2 жыл бұрын
I have had mine for a few weeks now and I enjoy it for the laptop cushioning! I'm coming from the Arbor classic 25L which has minimal laptop protection but got me through college with the carrying capacity and large lid pocket. I am petite framed and agree that this backpack would not suit larger frames. The tote handles are also handy like the Fjallraven bags but the material on the Atom is more water resistant. The North Face has a similar bag to the Atom tote but is even pricier and I felt like Patagonia was a better value for the size and color way (the Pampas Tan is just gorgeous). I hope Patagonia keeps making more of these because they make great commute bags.
@EDG2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the subscription, really appreciate it . Yea! Glad you can confirm that this smaller bag is better for a small frame. There aren’t as many high quality backpacks made for smaller frames. Yea I’m digging the design too, as I love Fjallraven! What’s your opinion on the separate laptop sleeve thing that’s included?
@nubbyc2 жыл бұрын
@@EDG I thought it was strange for Patagonia but I've been testing it and I actually appreciate it. Without it, the false bottom and pocket are effective, but I have more peace of mind with the added sleeve. The mesh pocket on it is great for a small note pad or sticky notes, but I'm afraid of pens ripping into it.
@EDG2 жыл бұрын
@@nubbyc nice, glad it’s working for you
@user-xw9ef4mo3f Жыл бұрын
why the title says great for women and children? they are not for men or what?
@EDG Жыл бұрын
Yes, it's a little small for men. unless it for men that are like 5'5" and below
@Mattzerfyer2 жыл бұрын
I think this bag should also offer stowable backpack straps.
@EDG2 жыл бұрын
That would be a great addition , and would make sense since the bag is so small
@lucadaleno5661 Жыл бұрын
Hi. I love this backpack so much but i Need Just few more space to fit my 15" laptop. Do you think that i can fit my laptop in this backpack but not in the laptop sleeve? I am also searcing anything else in this style minimal but useful can you help me? Thank you and Sorry for my english
@EDG Жыл бұрын
Hi Luca, thanks for the question, you’re English is just fine. I think this pack will be too small for a 15” laptop to be honest. I’d search for something a bit larger. It will probably fit your laptop, but not have right room for much else.
@mandubabulam Жыл бұрын
I was looking at this bag for the minimal look and smaller size- but I'd prefer something with more organization- what would you recommend?
@EDG Жыл бұрын
Check out my review of the REI ruckpack 18l. It’s roughly the same size, just as light. And even more minimal as it doesn’t have branding. And the organization is surprisingly great. It’s my daily travel and definitely better for your needs.
@mandubabulam Жыл бұрын
@@EDG thank you! watched your review, looks perfect for me
@EDG Жыл бұрын
@@mandubabulam yeah, I really like it. It’s the small backpack that I continue to use. And on sale it’s like $45.
@lucadaleno5661 Жыл бұрын
Hi. If you do not use the laptop sleeve you can fit a 15" laptop inside the back pocket?
@EDG Жыл бұрын
hi Luca, yes if yo don't use the laptop sleeve, you can probably fit a 15" laptop. thanks for the question.
@mariannelee9594 Жыл бұрын
Hello! What are the dimensions of the laptop sleeve? I want to know if I can fit my macbook pro in it, but I have not found the dimensions anywhere :( Thanks!
@EDG Жыл бұрын
HI Marianne, Sorry, I don't have the pack anymore, so I can't give exact dimensions. But, if you have a 13" MacBook Pro, it'll fit, because I have the same laptop and tried it.
@mariannelee9594 Жыл бұрын
was it a very tight fit? or a bit of wiggle room? my macbook pro 14 inch is 8.71in and your macbook is 8.36in
@EDG Жыл бұрын
@@mariannelee9594 Hmmm, that I can't remember. Patagonia carries these at REI (idk if you live in the states). But you could try it out there since I know there aren't too many Patagonia stores around.
@mariannelee9594 Жыл бұрын
@@EDG unfortunately im not from the states but i love the REI bag from your other video so i might just splurge hahaha
@scottshiau2 жыл бұрын
Is this bag suitable for men?
@EDG2 жыл бұрын
Probably not. It’s too small and won’t be comfortable, plus it’s won’t loook good on a bigger frame.
@scottshiau2 жыл бұрын
@@EDG thanks!
@cutch16 Жыл бұрын
Hey! What are the absolute dimensions? I can fit my 16” laptop into my 16l Fjallraven rekanken. So I think I’ll be able to fit it into this bag too, as this bag is apparently a few cm bigger than the rekanken. Thanks!