Generally works as a personal item in its smaller state, when expanded and filled it counts as a carry-on For those in search of stylish and functional everyday bag, Osprey bags are the perfect choice. With their sleek designs and thoughtful organisation features, these handbags effortlessly blend fashion with functionality. From the Osprey Talon 22, designed for active individuals seeking lightweight performance, to the Osprey Daylite Plus, offering additional storage and versatility, these bags are sure to become your go-to accessories. Multi-function internal padded sleeve fits a 15” laptop or a water reservoir, with hose route through the shoulder strap

If you’re a climber or if you plan on going on all-day hikes and other more extensive outdoor adventures where you need to carry more gear, layers, and food, you may want something a little larger like the Deuter Trail 28 SL. Main compartment: bluesign® approved 300D recycled polyester, PFC-free DWR • Accent: bluesign® approved 600D recycled polyester, PFC-free DWR • Bottom: bluesign® approved 600D recycled polyester, PFC-free DWR The same design as the Simplex 20 but with Nanofly material, offering increased durability while maintaining a light weight The same as the Transporter Small Zip Top but with 20% more capacity and a padded side-access zippered panel for up to a 15" laptop Main compartment: bluesign® approved NanoFly® 500D recycled high tenacity nylon UHMWPE, PFC/PFAS-free DWR

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Padded and interior-hanging laptop and tablet sleeve (separate zippered laptop access, very well protected) What we like: Features specific for climbers, included rain cover, easily compressible, meets most airline carry-on size restrictions

THERMAREST & MSR: Sale! 30% Off all MSR Tents and Thermarest Sleeping Bags including the award-winning Parsec 0! The same design as the Scarab 30 but with Nanofly material, offering increased durability while maintaining a light weight What we like: Extremely comfortable, loaded with features, and can pull double duty for light overnights.Some of Osprey’s newer bags made with recycled materials are treated with PFC-free DWR, which means “durable water repellency” treatments that do not use PFCs, the environmentally disastrous perfluorochemicals. Ideal for minimalists on shorter several-day trips with its full suitcase-style wrap-around zipper to open The sportier bags are not suitable for carrying laptops (as detailed in the tables); the Daylite Travel Plus is OK for smaller laptops and the Nebula/Nova, Heritage Series, Arcane Series, and Transporter series are the best choices for medium to larger laptops and tech gear. What we like: Well-rounded high-capacity design that's a legitimate competitor to Osprey’s Stratos above. The women’s specific perforated shoulder harness is covered with perforated mesh and the foam structure is also perforated to improve breathability. I find it very comfortable, even in sweltering hot and humid weather. Included Hydration system

The Mira 32 isn’t the lightest option out there, weighing in at 1.35kg. This is mainly due to its durable nylon construction and the technical design of the harness that allows a comfortable load capacity of 5 – 13kg. To share my personal experience, I’m not the sort of person to carry an umbrella; my Osprey Daylite has been caught in the rain with me a number of times and my papers and computer have come out dry and in good shape. I, on the other hand, came out a sopping wet idiot.The Gregory Jade 28L is one of the most expensive bags in the lineup, but it acts as an overnight crossover and offers incredible support and comfort for longer adventures. The Osprey Tempest 20 is an exceptionally versatile bag that works well for a wide variety of activities, offering a high performance across all metrics for a moderate price. Meanwhile, the REI Trail 25L is a solid contender for nearly a fraction of the cost of other similarly performing bags, making it a great value. Comfort Materials, roll-top main compartment access, and protected zippers designed to withstand heavy rain The Daylite Plus is better if will be carrying a laptop; the interior sleeve is padded (the sleeve for the regular Daylite is not). It can generally carry any 15″ laptop. And finally, Osprey hasn’t quite caught on to post-gendered-color-consciousness and offers slightly different color options in some cases for women and for men. Its AirSpeed™ suspension offers great ventilation and, in addition, it has been improved with a multi-level molded torso fit. It also includes a Hydraulics™ next generation.