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Add to SafariWhen comparing Eagle Creek Gear Hauler vs Osprey Farpoint 40, the Slant community recommends Osprey Farpoint 40 for most people. In the question“What are the best carry on backpacks for travel that hold at least 30L?” Osprey Farpoint 40 is ranked 3rd while Eagle Creek Gear Hauler is ranked 16th. The most important reason people chose Osprey Farpoint 40 is:
Osprey is known for creating long-lasting, strong and well designed packs.
Specs
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro Very lightweight
With a high capacity of 48L, it is still very lightweight at 2lbs 10 ounces.
Pro High capacity for a carry on
Capacity of 48L, a fair bit higher than the capacity of most carry on packs.
Pro Extremely durable
Osprey is known for creating long-lasting, strong and well designed packs.
Pro Available in two torso lengths
The pack is available in two torso lengths. Small/Medium, which is more suitable for shorter women, and Medium/Large.
Pro Fits up to a 17" laptop
The separate laptop compartment fits up to a 17" laptop.
Cons
Con Uncomfortable to carry for long periods
Not a great option if you're looking for a pack you can wear while exploring the city.
There is no hip belt or hip strap, so all the weight of the pack will be on your shoulders. The shoulder strap padding is fairly minimal, causing them to dig in.
Con Laptop compartment located at the front
Because the laptop compartment is located at the front of the pack rather than against your back, it can make the bag feel heavier.
The laptop compartment can also curve if you pack is full, which can cause the laptop screen to crack.
Con Limited number of pockets
There isn't much in the way of pockets for organization. There are small mesh pockets inside the main compartment, and one external pocket for papers and such.
