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Uses the Allpa 28 for frequent movers because everything stays accessible, and has taken many flights worldwide with it without being called out.
“I use the 28, and I promise you can/should use that size too (especially considering you’re small, not only will it be more proportional but you also have smaller clothes so less space needs).”
Likes the Allpa 28L but finds the two half compartments make it a little less spacious.
“I have the Allpa 28L and I like it but I think the two half compartments make it a little less spacious -- I like that it has a bigger front pocket than the”
Happy with the Allpa 28 Del Dia: slimmer profile than the Fairview, not bulky and still packs a lot.
“I recently picked up the Cotopaxi Allpa 28 Del Dia and I’m very happy with it, much slimmer profile, not bulky and can still pack a lot in it.”
Moved from an eBags Motherlode Jr. to the Allpa and likes the 28L best after lightening her load, giving the 35L to her partner.
“I went from the Motherlode Jr. to the Allpa. I eyed the Allpa 35L first, which I think holds more than my old Motherlode.”
Bought the Allpa 28L version and is extremely happy with it.
“I bought the 28l version. Extremely happy with it”
Says her Cotopaxi 28L fits the same amount as her 40L backpack and stays comfortable under 10 kg.
“my 28L backpack fits the same amount as my 40L backpack and I still don’t understand how”
Loves the Allpa 28 but finds the support poor when heavy, hurting her shoulders.
“I have the 28 and love it but think it’s not the best support when it’s heavy, hurts my shoulders.”
Loves the Allpa 28L's organization and easy access but finds it not the most comfortable for long periods.
“I have a Cotopaxi 28L, and I really love the organization and easy access to everything in the pack.”
Loves the Allpa 28L except that it's hard to zip.
“I have the Cotopaxi 28L and Fairview 40L and I love the Cotopaxi except it's hard to zip.”
Has traveled with the Allpa 28 often as a personal item and calls it a great bag.
“traveled with my Allpa 28 very often and always as a personal item, so you should be more than fine with it as a carry on!”
Chose the Allpa 28 as an EDC; its organization has completely negated the need for packing cubes.
“as a nice bonus, the organizational layout of the Allpa has completely negated the need for cubes”
Uses the Allpa 28L more than her Fairview because it can be squished to fit the personal item sizer.
“Just need to be careful not to pack it too full. Because there’s no frame, it can easily be squished in.”
Uses the Allpa 28 for personal-item travel and finds it comfortable, though it runs long on her.
“I have the Allpa 28 for personal item-only travel and the Fairview for longer trips.”
Tried the Allpa 28L and found the straps gave her blisters.
“Cotopaxi Allpa 28L - The straps will give me blisters. The 35L is even bigger - not for me.”
Her first bag was the Allpa 28: ok to pack but uncomfortable to wear for more than 20-30 minutes.
“My first bag was the Cotopaxi Allpa 28. I found it to be ok to pack but uncomfortable to wear for more than 20-30 minutes.”
Really likes the 28L Allpa, especially the laptop sleeve, clamshell design and compartments, though still new to packing light.
“Interesting, I have the 28l Allpa and really really like it! Love the laptop sleeve, the clamshell design and all the compartments.”
Loves the Allpa 28L but finds it too big for personal-item-only travel and is eyeing the 20L.
“I love my allpa 28l. I think it’s too big though for personal item only so I’m looking at the 20L.”
Used the Allpa 28L as a personal item on British Airways, American, Iberia and United flights without trouble.
“I just used the Cotopaxi Allpa 28L for the first item and I think it could work for you, but I’m not here how weather resistant it is.”
A petite 5'2 woman who chose the 28L for its main-compartment organization and fit; weekend trips are fine with room to spare.
“I’ve already used it on small weekend trips just fine, with a fair amount of room to spare.”
Absolutely loves his Allpa 28L: durable materials, YKK zippers and one of the best storage systems he has seen, and it meets personal-item size on most budget airlines.
“I have the Cotopaxi Allpa 28L and absolutely love it!! Made with durable materials, YKK zippers and features one of the best storage systems I've ever seen in a backpack.”
Loves her Allpa 28L on short trips but finds it too large and clamshell for everyday carry.
“I have the Allpa 28L and I’ve done a few short travels with it and I love it.”
Chose the Allpa 28 as his everyday bag for the clamshell and small compartments, bringing everything to work but grabbing only what he needs.
“i decided on the alpa28 to be my every day bag precisely because of the clamshell and mini compartments. it allows me to bring all my stuff to work, but”
Found the 42 way too big but loves the Allpa 28, which stops her overpacking, works as a personal item and has great internal and external organization.
“I have the Cotopaxi 42 and 28. 42 was WAY too big for me personally, but I’m 5’4/125 lbs and don’t have the self control to not pack every liter”
Loves her Allpa 28L: the perfect size as a personal item or on a bus lap, taken on an eight-day trip.
“I also love my Allpa 28L. I tried the 35 on in a store and it felt so unwieldy to me — I can't even imagine how big the 42”