Fairview 40 Travel Pack

Returned the Fairview because it was more backpack than she wanted to carry on her back at 5'1" with chronic health issues.

“I returned it for that reason, but I’m 5’1” with chronic health issues.”

A big fan of the Fairview: clamshell opening, plenty of depth for boots and a helpful tuck-away hip belt, though the laptop divider is thick.

“I'm a big fan of the Fairview. It's a bit bigger than what I normally use (my normal packing needs are similar to yours, around 30l) but if I was packing for two people,”

Old Fairview 40 has been a trusted companion for years but he struggles to fit everything on 3 weeks in SE Asia, ending up with an extra front pack.

“find myself once again struggling to and failing to fit everything into my fairview 40.”

Took the Fairview 40L on 3 months in South America and found it perfect, with plenty of space left.

“I've just gotten back from 3 months in south america and took my osprey 40L fairview, it was PERFECT!”

Spent 7 months across SE and East Asia with the Fairview 40L, underpacked to about 70%; perfect, light and small enough to carry comfortably.

“I got back a few days ago from 7 months in SEA (and EA) with the osprey Fairview 40L and it was perfect!”

Swapped a Deuter 45+10 for the Fairview 40L after the Camino and loves it; holds more in a better way.

“LOVE this pack! It actually holds more stuff in a better way than my 45 + 10 Deuter did!”

Calls the Fairview/Farpoint 40L such a great pack after Korea and Japan, though he regrets the included daypack.

“I regret the Osprey day pack but the 40l is such a great pack.”

Started with the Fairview 40 and found it fine for traveling but not for hiking, then moved to an Osprey Talon 33.

“I started with the Fairview 40 (it's fine for traveling but I wouldn't prefer it for hiking)”

Went with the Fairview despite very prominent collarbones and it has never bothered her over multiple trips to Europe.

“I'm built exactly like you, and I went with the Fairview. Have you tried them both on fully loaded while wearing for a longer period of time?”

Did two weeks with the Fairview 40 plus daypack and finds the daypack clipped to the front surprisingly comfortable, though loaded on the back it feels odd.

“Just did 2 weeks where my wife and I used this bag setup.”

On a work trip with only the Fairview 40 she squeezed in a gala outfit, business casual and a laptop, then used the laptop sleeve for a second laptop.

“I'm on a work trip right now with just my Fairview 40. This is the first time I've onebagged for this particular trip, because I go to a black tie holiday gala, a semiformal”

Has checked in the Fairview 40L on European and US travel with no problem as long as the straps are stowed.

“checked in my Fairview 40L (European and US travel)! As long as you stow the backpack and shoulder straps away, it should be fine.”

Checked a stuffed Fairview 40 and got it back unscathed; on the return the front shove-it pocket tore, which he didn't mind.

“Checked in my bag and got it back literally unscathed. Thank you for the advice everyone!”

Packed 14 days of mixed climates into the Fairview 40L at about 11 kg; a tight fit but worth it, with the Tempest 20 packed inside for flights.

“Overall I am SO glad I was able to pack everything in the Fairview.”

With the Fairview completely full he couldn't close and open the laptop compartment zip, so he left his laptop at home.

“I have the same backpack, and I found a problem with when I have the pack complete full, I can't close and open the zip to the laptop apartment, and I ended up leaving”

Is selling her Fairview because it's too big, but loved how its hip belt sat at the top of her hip bones to transfer weight.

“I own the Osprey Fairview but am selling it bc it’s too big. One thing I did like about that bag was the hip belt and how it sat perfectly at the top of”

At 5' with wide shoulders the Fairview 40 hurt her back enough that she bought a spinner for the last leg, though she loved that everything had a place.

“I bought an osprey Fairview 40 for my last trip and carrying it hurt my back enough that I bought a spinner for the 6th and final leg of our last trip.”

Swears by the Osprey 40L: used as carry-on and under-seat and hiked fifteen miles with it, packing up really small if not overstuffed.

“taken the Osprey 40L as a carry-on, under-seat, and hiked fifteen miles with it on my back.”

Loves the Fairview: never got tired carrying it on a 3-week train trip and it still looks brand new, though she dislikes the missing bottle pockets and the lid pocket.

“I loooove my Osprey Fairview! The support and comfort is second to none. I just took mine on a 3wk European one-bag trip traveling by train.”

At 4'11" and curvy the Fairview didn't feel super comfortable, so she switched to a Gregory Jade.

“The Osprey Fairview didn’t feel super comfortable for me. I switched to the Gregory Jade and it suits my frame much better!”

With a short torso and narrow shoulders always had a hard time with the Fairview and gifted it to a taller friend.

“always had a hard time with the Osprey Fairview. I ended up gifting it to a taller friend for whom it works perfectly, and getting a smaller hiking bag that works better.”

Took the Fairview to several countries without ever checking it, using the compression straps to pack down.

“I went to a few countries with it and didn’t ever have to check it, but you don’t want to fill it to the absolute brim.”

Finds the Fairview 40 amazing: the hip belt works as intended, no back pain on a 3-week trip, though budget airlines may count it as luggage.

“I own the Osprey Fairview 40 and it is amazing for having everything I need in a bag.”

At 5' and 50 kg regularly uses the Fairview 40L, including 6-week Europe trips; very happy though the laptop sleeve is awkwardly placed.

“regularly use my Fairview 40L for long and short trips. I’ve done a few 6 week Europe trips, including cold places (eg iceland) and camping festivals (sleeping bag).”

Bought the Fairview 40 the day before a month in Vietnam and has zero regrets, carrying about 21 lbs.

“I ended up getting the Fairview 40 the day before I left for a month in Vietnam and have zero regrets (other than I brought too much stuff).”

At 5'1" will never use anything else than the Fairview 40: evenly distributed, comfortable even jam-packed while 30 weeks pregnant.

“I have the Fairview 40 and will never use anything else. It sits, full packed, evenly distributed and super comfortable.”

Took the Fairview 40 on a two-week Europe trip: holds a lot and is comfortable for walking, though she feels dorky with the daypack on.

“Fairview-I took this on a two week trip to Europe that included a formal wedding in Prague.”

Finds the Fairview 40 a bit long to work under a seat.

“I got an Osprey Fairview 40, but find it a bit long to work under seat.”

Found the Fairview very comfortable and light; she is selling it only because she doesn't need the daypack.

“I have the Fairview, it weighs only 500g, and it was very comfortable. I am selling it, as i don’t need the day pack.”

Took the Fairview 40 for 7 weeks across 25 cities at about 7 kg and found it very comfortable on planes and trains; front pockets are hard to use when full.

“I took the Fairview 40 backpacking for 7 weeks in Europe using it as an overhead bag with a smaller backpack for underseat/electronics, as others mentioned it is difficult to fit stuff in the”

Carried the Fairview 40 for almost five months across Europe, Jordan, Spain, Portugal and the Camino and loves it.

“I traveled almost five months last year, backpacking through Europe, Jordan, Spain, Portugal, and Portuguese Camino.”

Travelled two months in SEA with the Fairview 40 and says everything fit with room to spare.

“Earlier this year, I travelled for the first time for 2 months in SEA with a Fairview 40 and Pacsafe LS100 (which is like a 3 litre shoulder bag).”

Finds the Fairview comfortable for a travel pack but would never hike in it.

“I have the Fairview, and while it is comfortable for a travel backpack, I would never hike in it!”

Uses the Fairview 40 all the time as a carry-on in Europe and finds it great for city tourism and weekends, but not a trail pack.

“The Fairview 40 is fine as a carry-on for European airlines, I use mine all the time.”

Flew Europe to SE Asia on Turkish Airlines with the Fairview 40; at 13 kg the agent had no problem.

“I just flew from Europe to SE Asia with Turkish Airlines with my Fairview 40.”

Calls the Fairview 40 an awesome travel bag after many years, though it is long for her torso and tall for carry-on when fully packed.

“I have had had an Osprey 40 L Fairview for many years for lightweight travel.”

Uses the XS/S Fairview regularly: robust enough to check in and fine on major carriers, but too big for budget Europeans and heavy fully loaded.

“use the XS/S version of this bag regularly. It’s too big to carry on for budget European airlines but works fine on major carriers.”

The Fairview 40L plus daypack got her through 2 months; she finds even the 40L quite heavy and says the included daypack is poor.

“The 40L + daypack got me through 2 months of various activities. I wouldn't recommend going higher than the 40L because, even with excellent weight distribution, it is still quite heavy.”

Dislikes the Fairview's three-compartment structure and found winter clothes took lots of room on a ski holiday.

“I did a ski holiday with the 40L Fairview bag and the clothes took up a lot of room despite not actually carrying any ski gear.”

Really likes the Fairview 40: comfortable fully packed and taken on about 10 Ryanair flights, though not for multi-day hikes.

“I had my fairview 40 backpack for some time now, and I really like it.”

Sold the Fairview 40 after two weeks in Italy because it was uncomfortable to wear and didn't hold enough.

“I used this bag last year in Italy for 2 weeks. I ended up selling it.”

Has the Fairview 40 with 15L daypack but finds the laptop sleeve hard to reach once the main compartment is packed and strapped; the top zip pocket is useful.

“I find that when I pack my main compartment and then use the straps, it’s hard to access the laptop part when I’m using it for my iPad.”

Finds the Fairview 40 far more comfortable and easier to carry than the 55 and uses the laptop sleeve for travel documents.

“I have the 40 and tried the 55 in the store. The 40 was way more comfortable and easier to carry, for me at least.”

Wouldn't want the older Fairview 40L any bigger, though she misses the duffel strap on the new one.

“I have an older version of the 40L and it wouldn't want it any bigger.”

Took the Fairview 40 on a two-week Italy and Albania trip: it didn't feel that big, fitted everything with compression cubes and was pretty lightweight at about 8 kg.

“The Osprey didn't feel that big, but with my clothes in compression cubes it fitted everything I needed and was pretty lightweight to carry.”

Calls the Fairview 40 the best purchase she has ever made after an 85-day, 10-flight solo trip through SE Asia.

“which was heartily recommended on this sub and the best purchase I've ever made.”

Took the Fairview 40 underpacked on a flight trip and found it not uncomfortable at all; the hard back, cinch straps and adjustable straps keep it balanced.

“I took my 40L Fairview with it somewhat underpacked to start a flight + eclipse trip for the exact same reasons you mentioned: I prefer the clamshell opening and hip strap.”

On a 16-day Japan trip with the Fairview 40 and finds it very comfortable and convenient for train travel, not uncomfortable underpacked.

“on a 16 day trip and I’m using a Fairview 40 and my husband has the Farpoint 40.”

Basically always uses the Fairview 40 over his Porter 30 as it is more comfortable and tightens down well when underfilled.

“I have a Fairview 40 and a porter 30 and basically always use the Fairview 40, more comfortable and the porter has annoying outside padding over the bag.”

Glad she chose the 40L Fairview for Japan: comfortable the whole time and easy by train, bullet train and plane, then checked it full with shopping.

“Honestly glad I went with the 40l in the end, we did a lot of shopping, and it was a relief to pack the Fairview to the max and then check it in as”

Took the Fairview 40 to London and Paris at about 17 lb and found it more than comfortable; also carried 40 lb through an airport.

“I brought the Fairview with me for a 8 London/Paris trip. It weighted about 17 pound and more than comfortable for that purpose.”

Chose the Fairview over the Cotopaxi: likes one large space, the laptop pocket along the back panel, and the suspension is super comfortable like her backpacking pack.

“I also like the laptop pocket on this newest Fairview being along the back panel.”

Finds the Fairview 40L very comfortable and roomy, though not the best looking and it dwarfs her more than the 28L.

“I think the Fairview is very comfortable and fits a lot. It's not the best looking but I'm very happy to have it.”

Calls the Fairview the best bag she has ever had thanks to its hip and chest straps; squeezes under a seat if not packed to the brim.

“I have the Fairview and it's the best bag I've ever had. only downside is that I have to squeeze it underneath the seat in front of me when I bring it as a”

Says the Fairview 40 has served well but is big and heavy for a 7 kg limit, so she would get a smaller bag next time.

“The Fairview has served me well in the past but I think as I pack lighter and lighter, I need to get a smaller bag that's not so heavy.”

Using the Fairview 40 in SE Asia with no carry-on problems on IndiGo and Thai Airways, though weight (8.4 kg vs a 9 kg limit) is the real constraint.

“Currently in south east Asia with this backpack.”

Took the Fairview packed to the brim on ZIPAIR this year and it was weighed and fine.

“i took mine packed to the brim on zipair this year. they even weighed it and it was fine lol.”

Uses the Fairview as a carry-on and finds the internal and external compression straps really help.

“I have the osprey fairview travel pack and it hits most of those markers.”

Used the Fairview 40L for a 7-month trip including winter in Korea and Japan and was fine, though sent items home.

“I had the osprey fairview 40L for a 7 month trip (inc winter in Korea / Japan) and was fine for me before heading to warmer climates.”

Really happy with the Fairview 40: adjustable torso, hip belt and load lifters make it feel like floating, and the compression straps and covered harness are great.

“I ended up going with the Osprey Fairview 40, and I am really happy with it so far.”

On a 6-month trip with the Fairview: very comfortable, easy to organize like a suitcase, lockable, and fine for some treks.

“Traveling now for 6 month with the osprey fairview and i can tell you this a great backpack, best decision i made before the trip.”

Switched from the Porter 46 to the Fairview and is elated.

“i am elated that i switched over to the Fairview. Porter ended up being uncomfortable to wear long term.”

Found the Fairview too heavy and bulky on its own and switched to a second-hand Minaal.

“I found the Fairview too heavy/bulky just on its own.”

Used the Fairview 40L on two month-long Europe trips with a small purse and found it plenty of room.

“I have the 40L and have used it on two month-long trips to Europe.”

Spent 3 weeks in Vietnam with the Fairview 40L and wishes he went smaller since he packs to fill the space and it was a hassle to walk with.

“I did Vietnam for 3 weeks in the 40l and kind of wished I went smaller.”

Took the 40L Fairview to Vietnam for 10 days and recommends going smaller.

“I went to Vietnam for 10 days with the 40L. Definitely recommend you go smaller.”

Returned from Japan with the Fairview 40L at 5 kg packed (bag alone 1.5 kg), then sold it for a CabinZero Pro 42.

“I came back from japan with a 40l fairview, it was 5 kg, and the bag is 1.5kg.”

Finds the Fairview 40 very comfortable and did three one-month summer trips with it.

“I have found the Fairview 40 very comfortable.”

Loved her Osprey Fairview 40L for years but had issues with a few airlines, probably from overpacking.

“My first bag was the Osprey Fairview 40L and I loooooved it but I did have issues with a few airlines in the past.”

Has used the Fairview 40L for a few trips; likes the stowable straps, mesh back and load lifters, and the few interior pockets suit packing cubes.

“2nd the 40L fairview, I have used it for a few trips and the strap situation is great. The straps/ waist belt all zip up behind the back panel really”

Used the Fairview 40L for four months and hated it: it bruised his hips and caused shooting pains down his shoulder blades (possibly a fit issue for his long torso).

“It was bruising my hips, and I was having occasional shooting pains down my shoulder blades from it.”

Regrets the Fairview 40: uncomfortable thin straps, awkward shape and less capacity than his cheap 40L bag.

“I finally bit the bullet and bought the Osprey Fairview 40, even though I already had a perfectly fine bag (it just lacked a hip belt, which I thought would probably be better).”

Doesn't like his Fairview: over-engineered with a weird shape; it was a gateway one-bag before he moved to a ULA Dragonfly.

“I don't like mine. It was a gateway onebag for me, though.”

Owns and loves the Fairview but wants a pack for hiking too.

“I own and love the Fairview but want a pack that I can use for day hikes at destination as well as when my movement from one place to another is on door such”

Has used the Fairview since 2017 all over Europe; very comfortable with hip straps and load lifters and still looks brand new.

“Ive had the Fairview since 2017 and have been all over Europe with it.”

Her Fairview has been on many trips, stuffed to 11 kg and thrown around, and is still in great condition.

“I disagree about the quality though. It’s been on so many trips, stuffed to the max sometimes to 11kg and thrown around and still in great condition.”

Has the XS/S Fairview at 5'2" and has no issues with it.

“I have the XS/S as I’m 5’2” and have no issues with it. It’s too bad they no longer offer the two sizes.”

Bought the Fairview 40L after a horrible Eagle Creek pack and says her back has never been this happy when traveling.

“Eventually I bought the Osprey Fairview 40L for its back support and my back has never been this happy when traveling.”

At 5'0" with a 16" torso, the Fairview 40 is the only backpack she's tried that distributes weight nicely.

“and I use a Fairview 40. It’s the only backpack I’ve tried that really distributes the weight nicely on my frame.”

Her XS Fairview has extremely comfortable padded straps and a stowable harness, though the curved shape holds less than hoped.

“Osprey Fairview 40L. Well mine's the XS version so technically 38L. Women-specific fit with extremely comfortable padded shoulder and hip straps.”

At 5'1" loves the Fairview 40: comfortable on her back for long periods, clamshell opening and fold-away straps.

“I love my Osprey Fairview 40l bag.”

Likes how the new Fairview 40 feels but the shoulder straps dig painfully into her collarbone despite many adjustments.

“I received my new Osprey Fairview 40l and I'm struggling with adjusting it. This is my first quality backpack of this capacity and in general I like how it feels on my back.”

Uses the Fairview with the hip belt on her hip bones and straps tuned over several trips, with no collarbone trouble.

“I have the same backpack. I wear the waist band on my hip bones, kind of high, sometimes covers my belly button.”

Chose the Fairview for its sturdy hip belt and frame and wore it about 1.5 hours at a time on international trips.

“ultimately opted for the Osprey because it seemed to have a sturdier hip belt and an actual frame to help with distribution which was important to me because of all the weight I packed.”

Carried the Osprey 2+ hours with a 9 kg load despite lower-back arthritis; the hip straps were a game changer.

“I just finished up 3 weeks with the Osprey. I have arthritis in my lower back and could carry the Osprey for 2+ hours with a 9kg load.”

Switched from the Cotopaxi to the Fairview and loves it: not as cute but functional and it carries well.

“I now have the Fairview and love it! Sure, it's not as cute, but it's super functional and carries well.”

Six months into a Europe trip with the Fairview; its frame distributes weight over shoulders, back and hips.

“6 months into my Europe trip with the osprey fairview. Ask me anything.”

Chose the Osprey for quality and comfort, is on her fourth one-bag trip with it and finds it roomy and comfortable on long carry days.

“I also went with the Osprey because of quality + comfort, and I couldn't be more satisfied.”

Spent 3 weeks in Peru with the Fairview 40 but overpacked, so he'd downgrade to a 35L unless he needs extra shoes.

“I'm actually thinking about downgrading from my Fairview to a 35L because I overpack.”

Loves the Fairview's hip belt and can carry it for miles, unlike his old eBags pack.

“I love the hip belt on the Fairview. I had the MotherLode from eBage before, and the decorative hip belt tired my back too quick.”

Travelled 9 months through various climates with the Fairview 40L and found it comfortable enough.

“I spent 9 months travelling with the 40L Fairview through various countries and climates and found it comfortable enough ☺️ I generally found the weight okay, but as everyone else has said, the lighter”

Finds her Fairview 40 stiff and awkward to pack out for a five-week trip and is considering something different.

“I have the Fairview osprey 40 (I think it may actually be a little less than 40L.”

Loves how the Fairview 40 fits her petite frame but is struggling to fit everything for a 2-3 week trip.

“I bought the Fairview 40 because I love how it fits on my body (petite woman) but I am really struggling to make everything fit.”

Found the Fairview not great for her longer torso and switched to the Farpoint.

“The Fairview was not great for me.”

Also 5' tall and uses the Fairview 40, which she likes.

“use the Fairview 40, I didn’t try other to compare but I like this one”

Was not a fan of the Fairview 40L: its carrying capacity felt small, it was rigid and not very comfortable.

“I've previously one bagged with the Osprey Fairview 40L which I honestly was not a fan of.”

Likes the Fairview 40 but her shoulders were dying by the end of a 3-week trip, so she advises packing light or taking a roller.

“Yes! I also have the Fairview 40, and while I like the backpack, my shoulders were dying at the end of my 3 week trip.”

At 5'3" has used the Fairview as her main traveling bag for years; likes the waist straps when packed full.

“used the Osprey Fairview as my primary traveling bag for years and am 5’3.”

Loves her Fairview, comfortable even on a 4-day hut-to-hut hike, and the harness cover helps when checking it.

“I love my Fairview! I even did a 4 day hut to hut hike with it and I had no issues with it and was pretty comfortable.”

At 5'2" is not disappointed by the Fairview, which carries most of the load through the hips; likes its non-descript look.

“5 ft 2 with a Fairview, I wanted it for ages and am not disappointed.”

Chose the standalone Fairview 40L after trying many bags in stores; its harness system fit best on a six-month trip.

“I got fitted for the Osprey Fairview 40L (version with 15L day pack) but the lack of water bottle pocket and no smaller tech pouches was a deal-breaker.”

Finds the Fairview much more comfortable than the Daylite thanks to its waist strap; not pretty but she still loves it.

“I have 2 osprey bags, the fairview and the daylite. The daylite is "unisex" (generally just means it's for men tbh) and no waiststraps.”

Uses the Fairview's front mesh pockets for bottles though they slip, and does not really like the bag, preferring 20L packs.

“Fairview has two front mesh pockets that I am using as water bottle pockets.”

Has taken the Fairview 40L as a carry-on except on budget airlines and prefers its mobility.

“take the Fairview 40L as my carry on UNLESS I’m flying with a budget airline, so you just need to think through how you’ll be getting around!!”

Very pleased with the Fairview 40 on a 4-day trip, even fitting it under the seat; only complaint is the front bottle pockets.

“Overall I was VERY pleased with this bag and glad I got it over the ULA Dragonfly.”

Says the Fairview 40 has gotten them through many Europe trips including 3-week ones.

“This bag has gotten me through many Europe trips including 3 week trips.”

Calls the same Osprey 40 her favorite travel purchase ever, loving the clamshell opening and weight-taking hip belt.

“hands-down, favorite travel purchase of all time. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a bag for two main reasons.”

Absolutely loves the Fairview: its size lets her pack everything she needs without overdoing it, and it is great on planes.

“I have this bag too and I absolutely love it. I feel like the size of it allows me to pack everything I need but doesn't let me overdo it and helps me weed”

Her old Fairview served her well; the only problem was bottle pockets that were too small.

“I had the old version of Fairview and has been serving me well. The only problem I had with it was the water bottle pockets were too small, but I believe they fixed it”

Owns an Allpa 28 and the Fairview 40 and finds the Fairview far more comfortable despite its larger size and weight.

“I have the Allpa 28 and the Fairview 40- the Fairview is far more comfortable even with the larger size and weight.”

Owns the 2018 and 2022 Fairview 40 and prefers the 2022, mainly for its front-carry daypack compatibility.

“i have both a 40L 2018 fairview (same version as you) and a 40L 2022 fairview (“old” one in this post). i also don’t carry a laptop which is why”

Owns the Fairview 40 and is fine using it as a 40L bag on its own, with outside pockets and a laptop compartment.

“I have the Fairview 40. At the time I bought it, I wanted to get a backpack that’s a bit bigger than my other one (28L), so that I can”

Carried her old Fairview 40 on a 3.5-week train trip through France; comfortable and roomy, though a hassle to put on when fully packed.

“carrying my (old) Fairview 40 around. I love it cause it’s comfortable and it can fit so much more than you’d expect but if you don’t use up all the”

Took the Fairview 40 on a four-month trip and a six-month Southeast Asia trip; fine as carry-on but a bit too big sometimes, and she sold it despite it serving her well.

“I travelled with the Fairview 40 (women’s farpoint) for 4 months in central and South America, it always was fine as carry on. I took it the next time for”

Really likes the Fairview 40L and finds slim packing cubes line up well inside it.

“I have the women's version of this bag (Fairview 40L) and really like it! As others have mentioned packing cubes are the way to go!”

Loved her Fairview 40 without a computer, but the new-version laptop compartment bent her 13-inch laptop and forced her to carry a loose bag.

“I've loved my Fairview (female equivalent of the Farpoint) when traveling without a computer, but am now having regrets about not buying the 55l as the laptop compartment in the”

Loaded his Fairview 40 to max carry-on weight for 10 km hilly hikes and found the straps, belts and frame work perfectly, missing only a side bottle pocket.

“I have the Fairview 40 because I am short. Other than the lack of a side pocket to put a water bottle, I don’t have any of the issues mentioned.”

Used the Fairview 40 for four weeks across Greece, Italy and France with a packable daypack and had a very good experience.

“I stayed 4 weeks in Greece, Italy and France using the 40L Fairview (women's Fairpoint) and a 20L packable daypack from Decathlon and I had a very good experience.”

Did six weeks in New Zealand with the Fairview 40 and still had space left.

“I did 6 weeks in New Zealand with a 40L back (Fairview ;) ) and I started off with a 10L daypack for long hikes but i quickly upgraded it”

At 5'6" with a 38DD chest has had no fit problems with an older-gen Fairview 40L.

“haven’t had problems with an older gen osprey Fairview 40L in the chest area”

Went with the Fairview 40 plus the official daypack, which works for both skiing and the plane.

“I went with the Fairview 40 and then added the “official” daypack. The daypack is a nice size—not too big/not too small, and it has sort of a flat shape”

Has done several international trips moving every four days with the Fairview 40 and says it has been great and is still carry-on.

“the Fairview 40 has been great. It’s still carryon”

Calls the Fairview 40 the perfect size, fitting all his heavy clothing for long winter trips to Finland and Greenland.

“I have the Fairview 40 and it’s the perfect size. I have taken long winter trips in this backpack (places like Finland, Greenland, etc.) and managed to stuff all my heavy clothing in that size.”

At 5'1" used the Fairview 40L for a year-long trip and found it comfortable and roomy.

“Fairview 40L did well for me (5’1”) for a year long trip. It even held some of my kid’s things. Comfortable and fits a lot. Also had a camera day”

Packed 10 kg for a four-week trip in the Fairview with no shoulder or hip issues, noting the bottom needs the right cubes.

“I packed 10kg on my last 4 week trip and carried well no shoulder issues or hips great bag I have the green colour. Only point is the bottom of”

Returned the Fairview 40 thinking it was too big but on reflection says it is a quality bag he should have kept.

“I got a Fairview 40l and thought it might be too big and sent it back. On reflection it's a quality bag and i should have kept it.”

Lived out of the Fairview 40 for seven months around Asia; its size and utility are excellent with cubes and the support and straps make it comfortable for long distances.

“I travelled for 7 months around Asia and lived out of my 40L Farview. It’s size and utility is excellent when used with luggage cubes, support and straps make it comfortable for carrying long distances”

Finds the Fairview 40 perfect as a travel bag: well laid out, roomy, well made and comfortable with heavy loads, and decent for hiking.

“I have the Osprey Fairview 40L. It's really perfect as a travel bag. Well layed out, tons of room, really well made. It also balanced heavy loads comfortably”

Uses the Fairview 40 for Asian trips: feels more spacious than a 34L, the straps can be hidden when checked, and it carried 3 kg of spices without problems apart from the weight.

“For Asian travels, I use my Osprey Fairview 40. It's not so much the 6 L difference, but it feels more spacious, and the straps can be hidden if I check it in.”