Osprey Packs

Fairview 40L Backpack - Women's

Tough and built to last

I have had this backpack for 8 years, I bought it for traveling by rail on week long trips to Scotland to make my life easier by having my hands free for dealing with ticket barriers through London underground. I have been blown away with how much this bag has made my trips easier. I'm used to carrying backpacks to and from work everyday but the way the straps takes the weight off your back and puts it round your hips means it feels so much lighter and you are able to manoeuvre with ease. It fits on every overhead luggage rack I've ever used, including Ryanair! It's sturdy as anything and can fit a surprising amount of stuff in it. I'm only just now looking at a bigger size of backpack as now I have a 5 year old to take on my travels and she is eating up my packing space! We still managed a trip up this week with 5 days worth of clothes, toiletries and travel entertainment with just this backpack and a little pack for her but her soft toy nearly pushed us past it's limits. I will still be using this for solo trips. Buy it, you won't regret it!

Great for a 2.5 week European adventure

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Bought this for my daughter’s 2.5 week trip to Europe with multiple stops and train transport. She was very happy with the backpack once she figured out using the hip strap. It fit everything she needed. She would consider getting the backpack that attaches but would prefer one that attaches to the back. But overall, having a backpack with such good support and wide opening for accessibility made her trip very easy.

No bottle holder

My fault for not looking at pictures and reading the list of features well enough but when it came in the mail, I was surprised it does not have a water bottle holder on the side, especially since it is advertised as being great for hiking.

Very nice quality. Needs more

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very nice quality. Needs more organizational pockets both on the exterior and interior. Extremely comfortable to carry.

Love how this pack carries!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love how this pack carries! Such a great buy and fits Al that I need for a few days & more.

Perfect for Europe

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Height:

5' 6"

Weight:

165

I read and watched a lot of reviews for this backpack. I went to Italy and Croatia for 3 weeks and stuffed it full. It did not feel too heavy for me to carry. The adjustable straps helped with weight distribution on my back. I was surprised but happy that it did fit on a small, express jet airplane in the overhead bin. One of my favorite features is the way the straps have their own hideaway zippy pouch. Right before I got on the plane, standing in line to board, I could tuck my straps away quickly, zip them up and carry it with the side strap. I love this bag! Maximum storage space!!

Packed it all summer

This is a great pack for both car and airline travel. I pack smart with packing compressors packing cubes but I wouldn’t say I pack light and I had plenty of space. The waist belt allows me to comfortably carry this pack through the airport. The straps stow easily and it fits in the overhead bin.

Great backpack

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

40L

Height:

5' 10"

Weight:

185

This is my favorite travel backpack. It's perfectly sized as a Delta carry-on. It has the Osprey internal support system, that when properly fitted, transfers weight from your shoulders to your hips. I usually can't carry anything over a 25L pack due to an old shoulder injury but can carry this. 3 things to note - 1) it's made for a woman's body with closer shoulder straps & wider hip belt; the man's version is called Farpoint; 2) it will feel clunky if it isn't adjusted peoperly; look on Ospreys website for videos on how to adjust it; and 3) it's a little large to be an underseat personal item, but has always fit well for me in overhead bins even on regional flights.

This backpack is great for

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This backpack is great for traveling, especially on a flight. The adjustable straps make it a perfect companion for your back if you’re like me and can never find a perfect fit in packs. The straps can be hidden with a zippable cover that is stowed away in a pocket at the bottom of the pack as well. My favorite part of this bag is that the hip belt is durable and comfortable so it makes carrying it easy.