Make Sure Your Backpack Has These Features

0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Just-Right Organization
2:17 - Proper Sternum Straps
3:19 - Full Visibility Interior
4:42 - Durable Zippers
6:10 - Built-In Strap Management
7:12 - Security Features
8:20 - Laptop Protection & Access
9:24 - Great Water Bottle Pockets

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[PackHacker]

What's your favorite backpack feature?

[Madillusionist]

All bag makers should watch this video before designing any bag. Surprised you guys left out the most crucial of features that is comfortable well-padded straps. No use to have all these awesome features in perfect balance, only to have an uncomfortable straps that cuts into your shoulders and leave you with a sore back when carrying a heavy load or for long periods. This was the main reason I swapped out my PD Everyday Bag to the BS Errant Bag...

[PaulHo]

1) Recycled materials, 2) contrast liner for visibility, 3) separate access/compartment for laptop

A good key leash is appreciated too.

[josephbrown]

Favorite feature is the ability to stow the pack straps, this is great for putting in the luggage stow areas on flights and trains.

[jimtsap]

I didn't even know my new backpack's sternum strap could slide up and down, you just blew my mind!

[penguinshug]

Weather proof zippers!!! Aer's Tech Bag 2 is one of the best!!!!

[RCNoOb]

Love the video, especially the new sciency stuff you added with the colors and such! Great job as usual. :)

[gmt]

Good zippers and a good outer bottle pocket are must haves.

[xxflipchickxx]

I just bought the Aer Travel Pack 2 Small and it checks all of these points, so I’m pretty happy about that 🙌🏼

[Youknowthebo]

Incredible video. Love it. The bright inner lining is one of my favorite features

[ThexImperfectionist]

An external stuff pocket. I'm a small person so I prefer backpacks that are just big enough for what i carry, and I like to have that external pocket both for quick access (think trail map) and as overflow if I want to take off a wet jacket for example. Also I second the water bottle pockets. I carry both a water bottle and thermos (pretty average size) when I travel and its surprising how often the pockets look big enough but aren't.

[donquique]

I have an everki. After 3 years it looks new, has many compartments and is guaranteed for life.

[drmyers]

My personal two favorite features are smallish, easy-to-access pockets on the outside of the bag that I can throw my phone, wallet and keys into before I go through security at the airport, and at least one good water bottle pocket. Having said that, well padded straps, a sternum strap, quality zippers and a pack with good organizational flexibility is table-stakes for me!

[preciousp]

Built-in admin panels and full visibility interior 💙💙

[phoqueme]

One of the BEST backpacks I've had for the last 2 years has been the Targus Gaming Backpack, and i got it completely by accident when I noticed i gotten the wrong backpack when I got home from Walmart lmao. But i decided to keep it, and it's been a great ride so far, it has a rain cover, great straps and back support, pretty big space with plenty of compartments. Of course there are better bags out there and this was designed for tech & gaming, but for the 60 dollars i got a fantastic durable backpack for travelling, i survived Rio de Janeiro just with that backpack (& a smaller packable daypack)🔥🤣

[elainewillcox]

I love how helpful and informative your videos are. I am looking to have my first backpacking experience in 2022 with a 5 week trip around new Zealand and you guys have definitely helped me with so much information!!! Thank you also if you have any recommendations for travel towels that would be really appreciated x

[thefactsstage]

Please make a video about he best travel backpacks most suitable for one bag travel. Would love to see comparisons for brands like pakt, toppo, peak design, etc...

[kevans]

Merry Christmas Tom ! Thank you for all your reviews.

[susanmcadam]

Awesome backpack support system. I am short and enjoy load lifters, great straps, hip belt, and sternum straps as in the Tortuga Outback 35. These features help ease the load. I would actually like load lifters on any backpack because they put the bag where I want it. A clamshell that opens along the length rather than the shorter end is my preference. Less pack organization is better for me. Having said that, I want a well protected, yet accessible and secure space for a laptop. I like weather and abrasion resistance materials.

[MrSundewAnnolva]

This review is so good, as with the rest of the comments here as well! Certainly will consider those factors in my next purchase!