UPDATE: Pakt Backpack 2.0

Pakt just released version 2.0 of their infamous travel backpack. Here's my take. Timecode links below (pls use my links 🙏):
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0:00 Intro
1:48 Capacity & Segmentation
- Other suitcase style bags: matterful.co/i/cotopaxi-allpa...
- FUJIFILM CAM: amzn.to/44TKzil
- Headphones: • Focal Bathys vs Airpod...
3:55 External Access & Pocketing
- Current water bottle recommendation: bag.gg/OwalaBottle32
6:34 Nesting Daybag
- Travel Glad Free Course: matterful.co/travelglad/
10:19 Comfort
13:52 Materials & Details
16:55 Conclusions
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It's great to see you back Chase!!!

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We missed you Chase. Thanks for coming back.

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[@jamescampagna613]

So happy to see this video! Glad to see you back, Chase! Good looking bag.

[@davidjoseph4459]

Great to see you reviewing the Pakt backpack. I hope you and your family are doing well. Peace ✌️

[@crlan8434]

Welcome back! Like the updates to this bag. It's like an updated MEI executive overnighter..loved that bag too

[@icloudchris]

Yessssssss CHASE! Welcome back. Hope you are having an awesome summer with your family. God bless

[@someguynj]

Dude! Seriously good to see you. Was wondering since it's been a while. Hope things are better in recent months.

[@bellaluce7088]

I've been hoping for this review! Appreciate your thoroughness as always, Chase! Love the new expandable section.

[@kaimai79]

Welcome back, Chase! So happy to see you!!

[@headphoneboy]

Welcome back Chase! You’ve been missed ✌️

[@lepraik]

Hey Chase! It's great to see you back! I've missed your updates and I genuinely hope everything is going well for you.

[@eeymanjones]

So happy to hear you are back! Love the review this may be something I look into for Paris.

[@bernardoamorim2749]

Great to see you back. I've always enjoyed your backpack reviews.

[@jeffone]

I lived in Australia the last 5 years and with my travel around that part of the world and SE Asia and being confronted with multiple occasions where my carry on was weighed, I couldn't afford the weight of this backpack. (Every gram counts!) So I went with lighter options. Now I am back in the USA and immediately purchased this bag. After a couple trips, I have to say, I love this bag. Well done Chase and Pakt. A sincere thank you to both!

[@Ivotech]

So glad you are back!!!! Hope you are doing well!

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So glad you’re back! You’ve been missed!

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[@ld1897]

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[@Drivelikeitzstoln]

I am so thankful to see some amazing new videos. Even though I still am using the same one and only bag I purchased 4 years ago when I first started watching your videos, I am looking to get something new again and love love love watching your videos and seeing what's out there that will work for me! I don't travel, just work.. and my topo designs global briefcase has been mind blowing for the quality and I am so grateful for your reviews!

[@aprilezell3784]

Chase is the GOAT on pack reviews!!

[@pjanninos]

I just used my 35L Pakt backpack in a 15 day trip to Portugal, southern Spain, and Morocco.. Couldn't be more pleased. Your review is right on!! and it helped me understand all the features (and some hidden features!). thanks Chase!! Heading to Japan for 16 days in March... can't wait!

[@michaelkhan2394]

Thanks for the review Chase, I Pre-Ordered Two of the 35L version 2 today for my wife and I for an upcoming trip to Europe/ Spain next May, first time we are trying this one bag travel as our last trip to Italy from the US was not fun with rolling suitcases, lesson learned as Rookies hahaha. This backpack after comparing to every other back pack in the world being offered online seemed to check all the boxes for the very reasons you point out in your Vlog. We are excited to try these bad boys out and appreciate people like you who take the time to create great content reviews so those of us can learn and make better informed purchases based on experienced travelers. Semper Fi from the Marine

[@ron.hubbard]

Great to have you back, Chase!

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Chase is back! This hit my feed and was so stoked to see this video.

[@michealboudreaux]

Glad to see you back! I miss your existential ramblings towards the ends of videos

[@cmoodie]

Absolute legendary review. What a time to be alive.

[@darioprime]

Yay a bag video from Chase! And in the classic style, i half expected the old "screech"

[@peterborja8002]

Yes! So happy to see you back!

[@jennifer_u]

Absolutely love how the interior is a light color and not black or a dark color

[@heartypartymarty]

Great to see you back, I don't travel much or use bags for much other than the odd commute but really enjoy the videos man, great stuff thumbs up.

[@pinchepleve]

Its Great to see you back chase

[@JBOutside1]

Very interesting design @paktbags! Looks great Chase and well done! 👊🏻

[@liew9574]

Welcome back, Chase!!!! We missed you !

[@spaceape5697]

Dude, I just had to say I get the impression that hanging out with you would be so much fun. You have such an amazing personality. I never in my wildest dreams would have thought that I would be laughing so hard and having so much fun 4:03 watching some guy on the internet talk about travel bags. You’re awesome and you deserve any and all success and joy that comes into your life. Keep up the great work my man. Cheers!

[@matcram]

Great to see you back chase. Especially for a backpack review. Peace.

[@stst2390]

Missed you Chase! Hope you and the fam are doing good. Aloha from Hawaii!

[@boniel22]

Great to see you again, Chase!

[@KrisGtz]

Dude your videos are so authentic. And you’re so f hilarious. Keep up the good work my friend!

[@tudo91]

Awesome return to KZbin! Great video man. Slick broll and new setup

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good to have you back, Chase!

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Chase is the 🐐 when it comes to bag reviews.

[@MrGearMo]

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Welcome back, chase! Missed you man! Hope all is well

[@mnmartin73]

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[@michaelhockham5663]

On the up mate! Life can be cruel, and then bloody awesome in the blink of an eye. As you noted last video Chase, there are two sides to life and they wander hand in hand. Cliche maybe, but time is extremely precious. Great to see you back Sir Reeves!

[@theninthcloud]

Welcome back! Great review. Makes me almost regret getting rid of my Cotopaxi allpa which opens similarly, but I like how this one has a bottle pocket. Gotta have water on the plane!

[@pekow91]

Good to see your back!

[@cbjewelz]

Lot of great improvements. Still on the fence about the laptop in the middle. Seems harder to get it in and out if your bag is stuffed (as they always are). In addition, I would suggest adding external bungies/stretch pockets to the daily carry. My dream combo backpack has a daypack that can hold wet/dirty items like a towel+bathing suit. I feel like so many of these techie travel backpacks are geared toward urban travel where all you have are clothes and slim electronics.

[@CarcajuAmigo]

You are alive man!! Nice to see you again.

[@MaegicDude]

Thanks for the update brother, i have purchased my last two bags because of your excellent reviews and you know the most important function of a bag is the pockets for " business........Papers"...hehe. very glad to see you are doing well. loved to see your other vlogs not only about travel bags as well. Peace.

[@KyleEddins]

Yassssss was hoping you'd do a review. It so crazy that I was seeking a bag that had a way to integrate my daily travel bag that I take to offices and here it is.

[@staciewalker5341]

No doubt! I love traveling with a personal item size backpack only.

[@marcusjansson90]

Glad you are back!!

[@Nicholastank2]

The man, the myth, the legend has returned!!

[@amrhesham8260]

welcome back man , glade you are back .

[@hulkingwarmachine3]

Just pre ordered my very first Pakt bag 😊 pretty excited

[@BrandonCarson]

Man, it was a dystopian desert here without you. Us bag people NEED you. Welcome back. More to come, I hope?

[@Miamis4me305]

Yes! He’s baaaaack! Good to see you..

[@Drebe73]

Used my 45L Pakt v2 on a 3 night trip across the country. Fit everything I needed and was a breeze through security and fit perfectly in the overhead compartment. This was near perfect. Only complaint was the straps are a bit too wide for me but not a deal breaker.

[@bounomejp6423]

What would make this bag perfect for me as a traveler is if they had an extra strap or you can convert the hip strap to be a duffel bag strap. So I know it's a book bag and you can carry it briefcase style, but it would make it that much more better and perfect with a simple duffel bag strap

[@davidcivil2853]

Long time no see Chase! I still enjoy your backpack review!! The version 2.0 seems really cool :)

[@normavillarreal8405]

Ive enjoyed all of my pakt products. They have been so durable. I already ordered the 15L EDC backpack and waterproof pouch ❤

[@13hubi13]

You are one of that crazy ones thst buy a small 15l for that price 😅

[@JokerJeffro]

Great to see a Chase bag review!

[@BananaNinja]

man I wish Tortuga would've asked you to help them on a bag, they had so much potential but now Pakt just seems so much better

[@chadkim8724]

Thanks Chase, I got mine ordered already!

[@sneakergearz]

Miss you man. Love seeing you

[@ahlun37]

Hi Chase Love you see you back! ❤

[@Dane._]

With your haircut, you literally look just like your brother. Good to see you my friend.

[@yusux]

YES please do a video on the Fuji x100 cameras

[@chunkodotuk]

So good to see you!

[@alexanderfedorchenko2789]

Thanks for the review, Chase! I have mixed feelings about the bag. The format seems quite comfortable, but there are a lot of implementation issues: 1) The fabric appears to attract wool, lint and dust - imho, my least favorite type of fabric. If it's not constantly wiped down, it will look as unkempt as possible, especially the black version. The same goes for the small Daybag. 2) The 500d fabric doesn't hold its shape well, being empty the bag looks shapeless. This is probably done to lighten the overall weight of the bag. By the way, I was not able to find information about how much the bag weighs - neither in the review nor on the website. For many Reddit guys, this is an important question. 3) The lack of Aquaguard zippers anywhere in the bag. Considering that the fabric isn't the most water resistant in terms of its density, the extra moisture protection wouldn't have hurt. 4) The bag in the 45 liter version reaches a length of 60 cm - this is too much for hand luggage on any airline flights! Why other backpack manufacturers were able to make their Travelpack 45L in length of 55 cm, but Pact is not? 5) The location of the laptop pocket in the center of the backpack still raises questions - the center of gravity is shifted away from the back, which affects the comfort of carrying. 6) The fastenings of the backpack straps look too loose - in my opinion, the nylon strap could have been made a bit shorter. 7) The idea of detachable straps for lateral attachment of yoga mat etc. may not be accepted as successful by everyone either. They can fall out and dangle when walking. The fasteners themselves don't look entirely comfortable, which Chase himself admits. 8) The pocket under the back looks terribly cheap and not quite ergonomic.A variant with a simple pocket with a hidden zipper would have been much prettier, simpler and more convenient. In general, there are many complaints about the ergonomics and appearance of the backpack. It feels that the first version looks in this regard much cleaner and much better organized.

[@arlencarlson]

The fasteners have me worried too…sort of think V1 backpack was better. Other bags do this too…but not many. I think there are more improvements overall than not. But some sacrifices also appear to have been made.

[@richardacosta2297]

I agree with you. I fell V1 is better. I think a few changes would make V1 even better. Primarily making both sides slightly deeper to accommodate packing cubes. one side is slightly smaller (depth wise). Making the accessory straps actually stay on and few smaller details. otherwise the pack itself is perfect. I love the pocket at the top of V1 that is water resistant as well. This one seems......unimpressive and a step back.

[@13hubi13]

@@richardacosta2297is there a way to still get the version 1? Cant find it

[@richardacosta2297]

@@13hubi13 not that i know of. they might have some on their site, under the trade in/refurbished section

[@mitchfukncanfield]

Just bought the bag ! On paper this is the perfect bag ! Can’t wait to test it out and give it a ride for its money . Using it for work and will def be stress testing it with my work load .

[@maxwellhallel]

It’s good to see you! Hope you’ve been enjoying your time off KZbin doing other things! Question: am I missing something on what makes the AirTag pocket “hidden”? It just looks like a regular slip pocket.

[@EgonLiberge]

Triple yes for a Fuji X100V video

[@seechangenyc280]

You've been missed soooo much!

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Nice to have you back doing the business... maaaaaaaaaan. 💼

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Good to see you back buddy 👍🏼

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I missed your Bag reviews !!!🎉

[@danielnguyen4447]

Omg he's ALIVE!

[@ozkatz100]

Congrats! 🎉 Would love a review of the Waterfield Designs Essential Backpack (and maybe even the Messenger from the same series)

[@Realjonesy5212]

Good to see you Chase! You've been in my thoughts a lot lately. Stoked to see a new version of the Pakt backback! I've been looking forward to a 2.0. I was really hoping they'd put the laptop part in the back of the backpack. I always feel like the bulkier stuff I pack puts pressure on the screen. But I could definitely see using that front expandable section with a sleeve. We're here for you man! I hope you're doing ok hangin in there.

[@notesandfragments]

Nice to see ya back. Wondering if you also have a link to that great ball cap. 👍🏼

[@winchester9432]

Great review. Through and complete. Thanks again...

[@labibhaddad]

Fuck, so glad to see you back, I was in withdrawal, hope you’re good, good to see you

[@StevoJacobs]

HE'S BACK FOLKS!!!

[@spitperson69]

he's back!

[@madstation]

Looks like a fantastic bag. Considering moving from PeakDesign to this. You got me at Focal 🤣

[@eduardalegadojr7501]

I am very excited, I just ordered!

[@theymstudio1387]

been so close to pull the trigger on the AER travel backpack 3, but im now looking at this

[@kabra8086]

You had me at you can smush this … under the seat. Thanks chase I like to store things under the seat

[@SigurdKempf]

Yessss! Missed ya!

[@jordannollman2625]

Awesome Review Chase - Pakt way to Go!!!

[@joselynrijna462]

Nice review!!! Loved the part to maybe just get the 15 liter backpack, makes me feel confident cuz that is what I did this morning, “pre ordered” also with the 3D and flat pouch and packing cubes I think this will be enough for me to travel here in the caribbean islands where you mostly need shorts t shirts and swimsuits.

[@arlencarlson]

Great to see you back Chase. I was a little unsure how much changed from V1. I do wonder if this front two pockets are as large as the V1 bag.

[@LowkeyLukeDnB]

Did you manage to find out the answer to this?

[@arlencarlson]

@@LowkeyLukeDnB Not really. Any reviews I have seen indicate they are still sizeable-just not sure if they are about the same as V1.

[@JohnBeebe]

I love the Pakt bags, I have the original and was flying to Memphis last year and the SW attendant was checking bag, looked at mine and tole mI could keep my bag because it fit under the seat

[@robinsolcruz]

I need this travel bag!

[@intellectualesemv]

We all missed ya, bud

[@dirkisgod]

Keep it up my dude. Hope all is well. Love ya