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Oakley's Kitchen Sink and Bathroom Sink backpacks stand out for rugged build quality and long service life, with the Kitchen Sink repeatedly holding up through years of travel, commuting, hiking, rock climbing, and rough handling. The design gets praise for its cool look, metal details, lid closure, and useful storage, while the Bathroom Sink RC in coyote is described as great quality but on the small side. The main drawbacks are weight, bulk, and a clunky, overbuilt feel that can run hot and sag under load. Warranty claims are also disputed, so the value depends on whether you want durability more than comfort.
motorcycle commuters and deployment/cross-country travelers who want a mainstay backpack because people report the Kitchen Sink held up for years of abuse (commuting on a motorcycle, deployment, camping, and travel) and the lid closure helps when it's stuffed to the brim.
people who need a tough bag for rough handling (like hiking/rock climbing or tossing it around) because owners say their Kitchen Sink backpacks stayed tear-free for 10+ years even after hiking, rock climbing, and throwing it around.
gym-goers and car campers who want a durable everyday carry because commenters say Oakley backpacks are used for the gym or car camping (and are "completely different" from what they'd choose for heavy mountain biking/hiking).
buyers who value warranty support and can visit an Oakley store because one commenter says Oakley offers a lifetime warranty with replacement at an Oakley store if you have issues.
people shopping the Bathroom Sink RC who like a compact, "tacticool" look because a buyer says the coyote version has great quality with metal details/clips, even though it's on the smaller side.
buyers who need a clearly documented lifetime warranty for wear-and-tear because commenters dispute Oakley's warranty coverage-one says they couldn't find proof of lifetime coverage and another points to Oakley's warranty page showing only 1 year and very limited coverage.
hikers or mountain bikers planning to carry around ~30 lbs because one commenter says they wouldn't use Oakley for that and prefers other bags for that kind of load.
EDC users who care about weight distribution and back support because a commenter says the Kitchen Sink feels big/clunky, becomes saggy/droopy with massive foam that traps heat/sweat, and distributes weight less efficiently than an Osprey with rigid structure.
people who want a lightweight backpack because multiple commenters call the Kitchen Sink heavy (including one who stopped using it for years due to its non-negligible weight).
people who are sensitive to checkout/payment issues because one commenter reports their credit card was charged even though the website refused to place the order, requiring several days to get a refund.
Yes. It has held up for 6 to 20+ years in use across travel, commuting, hiking, rock climbing, motorcycle riding, deployment, and being tossed around, with reports of no tears or rips and still looking brand new.
It is notably heavy, with metal exterior details and a dense build that some find non-negligible even before loading it. The tradeoff is durability and a structured, overbuilt feel rather than a lightweight travel pack.
The warranty claim is not clear-cut: one comment points to Oakley's warranty page showing 1 year and very limited coverage, while another says the bags supposedly have a lifetime warranty for possible exchange. For wear-and-tear protection, the safer reading is limited coverage rather than a broad lifetime guarantee.
It works well for gym use, car camping, motorcycle commuting, and hauling gear, but it is not the best choice for hiking or carrying about 30 lbs over distance. The pack is described as big, clunky, saggy without much support structure, and less efficient than Osprey for EDC or load-bearing comfort.
The Kitchen Sink is the larger 34L pack, while the Bathroom Sink is 21L. The Bathroom Sink RC in coyote was described as great quality but kind of small, making it the smaller option for lighter carry.
That's a great deal on Kitchen Sink. Have had mine for over 20 years and has traveled with me everywhere. Also Oakley has the best warranty -- lifetime. if you have any issues take it to an Oakley store and they will give you a new bag.
You've obviously never had an Oakley bag. Far better than their sunglasses. Osprey is great, but IFYKYK
What osprey bags do you own?
Oakley doesn't make better bags, just different. I have great osprey bags for mountain biking and hiking with 30lbs on your back. I wouldn't use Oakley for that.
I also own a few Oakley backpacks for going to the gym or car camping. Completely different.
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they charged my credit card even though website refused to place an order. now i have to wait for several days to get the refund (if so). not recommended
Bags are too heavy and really damn ugly. They last a long time because they aren't travel bags but just overbuilt to fit their overall "design language" but looks like it was designed by a Transformer that couldn't fully turn into a car and is probably called Kitchen Sink because it weighs as much as one before you even put anything in it.
I used to work at Oakley HQ and nobody carried these bags around the office except for the guys who rode motorcycles to work. But the other bags we all used eventually tore in the stupidest places, Oakley isn't really known for their quality bags, the designers looked absolutely pained when they had to keep seeing these eyesores of a bag but couldn't make a decent bag that wouldn't rip because the italian overloads wanted them to keep making cheap chinese stuff instead.
Helps we got 70% off as employees, otherwise I'm convinced nobody working there would actually buy any Oakley bags at full price.
Thank you! My first kitchen sink from 20 years ago just wants to die but i've been keeping her alive with super glue and terrible sewing, oooh i can't wait for this new one
These bags supposedly have a lifetime warranty (meaning potentially you could exchange your old one for a new one)
I've had a kitchen sink backpack since 2011. Absolutely fantastic. I've commuted on a motorcycle with it stuffed to the brim, I like how the lid closes and I can fit shoes or work boots in between. I've taken it on deployment to the dirt, traveled across the country, camping, etc. It is my mainstay bag for sure
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Oakley's Kitchen Sink and Bathroom Sink backpacks stand out for rugged build quality and long service life, with the Kitchen Sink repeatedly holding up through years of travel, commuting, hiking, rock climbing, and rough handling. The design gets praise for its cool look, metal details, lid closure, and useful storage, while the Bathroom Sink RC in coyote is described as great quality but on the small side. The main drawbacks are weight, bulk, and a clunky, overbuilt feel that can run hot and sag under load. Warranty claims are also disputed, so the value depends on whether you want durability more than comfort.
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Oakley doesn't make better bags, just different. I have great osprey bags for mountain biking and hiking with 30lbs on your back. I wouldn't use Oakley for that.
I also own a few Oakley backpacks for going to the gym or car camping. Completely different.
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I used to work at Oakley HQ and nobody carried these bags around the office except for the guys who rode motorcycles to work. But the other bags we all used eventually tore in the stupidest places, Oakley isn't really known for their quality bags, the designers looked absolutely pained when they had to keep seeing these eyesores of a bag but couldn't make a decent bag that wouldn't rip because the italian overloads wanted them to keep making cheap chinese stuff instead.
Helps we got 70% off as employees, otherwise I'm convinced nobody working there would actually buy any Oakley bags at full price.
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