NEW & UPDATED | Osprey Farpoint 40 Review (2 Weeks of Use)

0:00 - Intro
0:29 - External Features
3:00 - Harness System
4:32 - Fit Notes
5:34 - Secondary Compartments
9:25 - Main Compartment

The Osprey Farpoint 40 is a capable one-bag travel backpack loaded with features, comfort, and space, though the outdoorsy aesthetic may not be for everyone.

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[hugoingelhammar]

I just got this bag and loving it more and more for each day. I am amazed by how much you can stack on top of eachother and still close the lid. the internal compression straps are amazing for that. They also keep everything from falling out when you open the bag. Its also very comfy for its lightweight construction.

Another hack I found with this bag is that you are able to fit a smaller packing cube under the harness, where the harness cover hides away. packing this up with a small cube or a pair of pants fills out the bag even more and makes it more comfy, as it gives a little extra support around the tailbone.

The only drawbacks I could think of:
1. Would be nice with a real elastic mesh pockets one one side at least. There is a perfect place for that on one side that is now just empty.
2. Some more organization would be nice, either inside the bag on the side (as earlier versions of the Farpoint had), or a little extra room/organization in the top pocket.

[uniquenameification]

I might have missed it, but weight is important to me. According to their website, the Farpoint 40L weights 3.486 lbs

[shanksworthy]

Great review! Could you confirm the height? According to their website, the old version was 21”, but the new one is 22”. WestJet’s height limitation is 21”, which could be a showstopper unless their 22” sizing includes a soft part that can be squished down to make it fit in their 21” sizing box. Any thoughts?

[msun]

I bought the first generation Farpoint 40 back in 2012. In my opinion, it has been the best carry-on backpack with top-tier function and style. Glad to see these evolvements all along the way, like the modified back support and moving the laptop compartment from the front to the back. I'm thinking about replacing mine with the newest version but it just doesn't break.

[mdubb]

Hey you guys really do a great job. Most reviewers don’t follow up on subsequent generations of a product. The Farpoint is one of the few real rivals to the Rick Steves original one bag and the best commercial competitor the Patagonia MLC, so thank you for updating. The most important pack feature to me these days are laptop slots that protect from external impacts but don’t waste space trying to pad against shifting internal contents - I can plan for that in my packing.

[KAlpha]

They have listened to their users. Laptop compartment and front pockets were commonly known complaints of this awesome bag.

[TravisBy]

Thanks for the review.

We just tried out a farpoint in REI and didn't like it -- it didn't seem to fit our torsos. We figured this was because they got rid of the small and large versions and went to O/S and we're just a bit too small for that.

Not a single one of the like dozen reviews we've watched showed that there was, or how to, adjust the torso size! Your review is the only one that mentioned (and demo'd) it!

We also never noticed the little drip hole for the water bottle compartment -- that was another neat tidbit exclusive to your review.

Thanks!

[meYogii_]

I found and ordered the previous version of this bag, it was on sale probably bc of the release of the new bag. I like the older one better bc it has the zippered pocket in the front for easy access instead of having everything in the same compartment.

[songpholaungkapipattanacha]

You for got to mention the clip in harness to attach their day pack. It is new for 40 liter version. I like the update. It look nicer. The location for laptop is good but I doubt the design to have padding with removable toggle. What is the point?

[francescobarbera]

2:37 oh I just got mine and I was worried about that thing you rolled out hanging down. Rolled it in now.

[leonkazmier]

Great review. While I appreciate the fact that the laptop compartment moved to the back I don't like that almost nothing is accessible without opening the main compartment. The previous version had a front compartment for some items. Other brands offer access from the outside and many other small pockets for organization. I suppose they assume one would use one of their daypacks. Those, I think, are interesting, but when travelling by plane it is not always allowed to take two items as carry-on. Plus the rucksack becomes quite bulky when the daypack is attached, which is a downside when being in a packed crowd as it is often the case when travelling.

[FuturisticLover]

Osprey's Farpoint 40 is probably hands down best carry-on bag as i have used it all around the world in the past 3-4 years and it's been amazing. Except one main issue i've had with it which you can see in the beginning of this video. At 0:15 if you look at Eric who is just a bit taller than myself, you notice how high the bag sits and hurts your lower bag imo. Especially when riding in the back of a motorcycle as you do in SE Asia for example. Other than that, this bag is near perfect!

[bpatt]

Great video- I’m a huge fan of Osprey packs, and mainly this pack. I have the older version, and may actually like it better than this updated version. I don’t travel with a laptop and really like the front zippered compartment for things like a jacket and rain gear- without having to access the main compartment. I suppose if you travel with a laptop this is probably better. I do like the way the main compartment on the updated version opens all the way, as opposed to the older one that doesn’t quite do that. But props to Osprey for listening to their customers and updating to what they want!!

[RafaelDelVillar-oogl]

It's so nice to have actual pockets!! I've been a chrome fan/collector for a while but their quality isn't very good anymore compared to a decade ago. Also their pockets suck!. This will be my daily bag for sure!!

[renaldivlogi]

Does it also need a rain cover, and if needed, does Osprey offer it :)?

[horiiizon]

Mine that arrived today only has 1 zip on the laptop compartment. Is this a factory fault? Did I get a faulty product? It has the big stash pocket on front so it is the newer version..

[usuallyroamingrob]

Picked this up last week. Its my second Osprey Farpoint. I also have a 70l, which is to big most of the time. I really like the laptop compartment, and the redesign of the front of the bag. Taking it to India in three weeks!

[andrewe.]

I have the previous generation. Missing the laptop pocket which is a big miss. It's frustrating when I need to travel.

This man is a legend of the packs!!

[iampetrunin]

Your channel is absolutely outstanding! Barely can be even more useful

[waylinnelson]

Great video! Can you guys also do a review on the new Osprey Farpoint 55?
Would also love to see a video comparing the new 40 vs the new 55.
Thanks so much for always making great videos.