expiredfis posted Jul 18, 2023 02:42 PM
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expiredfis posted Jul 18, 2023 02:42 PM
Osprey Transporter Travel Duffel Bags 30% off multiple sizes from $112.28 from Osprey or Amazon
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- are these generally carry on compatible?
- why might you choose this over the Farpoint or other travel backpacks?
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Material: Both are TPU-coated polyester. Osprey is a mix of 900 and 600 denier polyester with a tough but smooth finish. Patagonia is a mix of 900 and 300 denier recycles polyester with a super-stiff, shiny finish (it feels like a tarp). Both are lightweight but the Patagonia weighs a little less.
Carry straps: The Patagonia has a traditional single duffel handle, plus two grab handles. It also has backpack straps which are removable, which is nice if you don't plan to use them. IMO the traditional center carry handle is the worst way to carry a duffel. Patagonia's backpack straps are difficult to attach and remove, and easy to clip on backwards by accident. There is no sternum strap. The Osprey has, to me, the ideal carry system: Four sturdy grab handles on all sides so you can grab it from anywhere and carry with 2 hands or "suitcase style", plus well-positioned backpack straps that stow away neatly in the lid, with a sternum strap to reduce shoulder/back fatigue.
Packability: They both advertise as being foldable/packable. The Osprey folds pretty neatly and easily into its nylon/mesh carry pouch, which doubles as a standard medium size packing cube. The Patagonia is impossible to fold into its tube-shaped carry pouch. I worked up a real sweat trying to get it back into the pouch, so I asked the sales person for help and he couldn't do it either.
Compression straps: The Osprey has internal compression straps that help you compress more stuff into the duffel. The Patagonia does not.
Zippers: Both have super high-quality #10 YKK zippers with loop pulls. The Osprey has locking zippers. The Patagonia does not.
Interior fabric: Both have a coated polyester interior. The Osprey makes the internal fabric a bright off-white color which makes it easier to see your stuff, especially in the dark.
Warranty: Osprey and Patagonia are two of the best warranties in the business, but I really like Osprey's. If you submit a claim for a product that has been discontinued, Patagonia will repair or patch it even if the fabrics don't match. They may charge for some repairs. Osprey will repair or send a new item as replacement, with no exceptions.
Sizes: They both come in 40L sizes but they diverge with the larger sizes. Patagonia has a 55L and a 70L. Osprey has a 65L (my ideal size for safari) and a 95L.
Other features: Both have big, u-shaped openings. Both have padded bases. Both have daisy chain loops. Both have minimal, cavernous interiors. Both have weatherproof exteriors with flaps that cover the zippers. Both have an interior mesh pocket that's of minimal value (the Patagonia also has a narrow pocket in the lid).
Material: Both are TPU-coated polyester. Osprey is a mix of 900 and 600 denier polyester with a tough but smooth finish. Patagonia is a mix of 900 and 300 denier recycles polyester with a super-stiff, shiny finish (it feels like a tarp). Both are lightweight but the Patagonia weighs a little less.
Carry straps: The Patagonia has a traditional single duffel handle, plus two grab handles. It also has backpack straps which are removable, which is nice if you don't plan to use them. IMO the traditional center carry handle is the worst way to carry a duffel. Patagonia's backpack straps are difficult to attach and remove, and easy to clip on backwards by accident. There is no sternum strap. The Osprey has, to me, the ideal carry system: Four sturdy grab handles on all sides so you can grab it from anywhere and carry with 2 hands or "suitcase style", plus well-positioned backpack straps that stow away neatly in the lid, with a sternum strap to reduce shoulder/back fatigue.
Packability: They both advertise as being foldable/packable. The Osprey folds pretty neatly and easily into its nylon/mesh carry pouch, which doubles as a standard medium size packing cube. The Patagonia is impossible to fold into its tube-shaped carry pouch. I worked up a real sweat trying to get it back into the pouch, so I asked the sales person for help and he couldn't do it either.
Compression straps: The Osprey has internal compression straps that help you compress more stuff into the duffel. The Patagonia does not.
Zippers: Both have super high-quality #10 YKK zippers with loop pulls. The Osprey has locking zippers. The Patagonia does not.
Interior fabric: Both have a coated polyester interior. The Osprey makes the internal fabric a bright off-white color which makes it easier to see your stuff, especially in the dark.
Warranty: Osprey and Patagonia are two of the best warranties in the business, but I really like Osprey's. If you submit a claim for a product that has been discontinued, Patagonia will repair or patch it even if the fabrics don't match. They may charge for some repairs. Osprey will repair or send a new item as replacement, with no exceptions.
Sizes: They both come in 40L sizes but they diverge with the larger sizes. Patagonia has a 55L and a 70L. Osprey has a 65L (my ideal size for safari) and a 95L.
Other features: Both have big, u-shaped openings. Both have padded bases. Both have daisy chain loops. Both have minimal, cavernous interiors. Both have weatherproof exteriors with flaps that cover the zippers. Both have an interior mesh pocket that's of minimal value (the Patagonia also has a narrow pocket in the lid).
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