Osprey Farpoint 40 Travel Backpack

Product Description

Size requirements vary among airlines. Please check with your airline for carry-on luggage size restrictions. Get ready to travel the world with the versatile and functional design of the Farpoint 40 by Osprey. Compact travel pack for carry-on compliance on most flights. Spacious main compartment with internal compression straps for keeping gear secure. Hideaway zip panel on the rear conceals shoulder straps and hip belt. Adjustable shoulder straps, hip belt and sternum strap for load management. Zip mesh pocket in the main compartment. Two front mesh pockets for water bottles and other items. Two grab handles for easy lifting. Compression straps on the front for added storage options and to keep your gear secure. Front zip pocket features organization and padded laptop and tablet sleeve. Small zip pocket for smaller items. Safety whistle on the sternum strap. Osprey will repair for any reason, free of charge, any damage or defect in their product − whether it was purchased in 1974 or yesterday. If they are unable to perform a functional repair on your pack, Osprey will happily replace it. Capacity:SM/MD: 2319 cu in / 38 L.MD/LG: 2441 cu in / 40 L. Imported. Measurements: Bottom Width: 12 1⁄2 in Middle Width: 12 1⁄2 in Top Width: 12 1⁄2 in Depth: 6 in Height: 22 in Strap Length: 18 in Strap Drop: 9 in Handle Length: 8 in Handle Drop: 2 in Accessory Strap Length: 43 in Weight: 3 lbs 7 oz Product measurements were taken using size MD/LG. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Lightwire Frame Suspension

  3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame effectively transfers the load from harness to hip belt

  Atilon framesheet spreads load across the entire backpanel to the peripheral frame

 Stowaway Reverse Spacer Mesh Backpanel, Harness, and Hipbelt

   Smooth mesh covered atilon foam provides a comfortable, breathable contact surface with a load supporting core

   Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle

Features

• Large, lockable U-zip duffel-style access to main compartment - 40L total volume
• Meets carry-on size restrictions for most airlines (Size Medium/Large: 21H X 14W X 9D inches)
• Lockable zipper access to padded laptop & tablet sleeve (fits up to most 15" laptops)
• Stowaway backpanel, shoulder straps and hipbelt with zippered rear flap for protection
• Two front mesh waterbottle pocket
• Scratch-free pocket for sunglasses or devices
• Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle

Top Reviews

Perfect backpack for a two-week trip
by Akhilesh Dakinedi (5 out of 5 stars)
September 18, 2016

I was torn between this or the Farpoint 70L backpack for a two-week backpacking trip across Central Europe, and I'm very glad that i went with this. It holds a surprising amount of stuff! I used five packing cubes (the Eagle Creek Specter Pack-it Compression Cubes) to compress all my stuff down and then fit them all into the main compartment of this guy. It held everything! 8x shirts, 3x shorts, 2x jeans, 7x underwear, 7x pairs of socks, 1x pair of sandals, 1x towel, 1x daypack, and a bunch of other misc stuff like toiletries, electronics, snacks, folders, and more! I fit it all in just this backpack. It was the only thing I took with me on the trip and it worked out fantastically.

Even when you fill it up fully, it feels very light and the chest/waist straps are great for that extra padded support and stability. It never felt heavy or awkward. All I had to do was get used to my larger body profile so that I wasn't knocking stuff over in souvenir shops when I walk down cramped aisles, lol.

This backpack is not meant to carry gear, but I've managed to successfully squeeze in massive sleeping bags, hiking equipment, tents, and lots of camping gear into this guy too. It's surprisingly durable and the zippers don't break under intense tension. The fabric also is super sturdy and doesn't snap or tear when fully stretched out.

All in all, this is EXCELLENT value for a two-week backpacking trip. If you're looking for extended longer-term travel for 2-3 months, you might want to go with the Farpoint 70L one instead.
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From seat 19A
by PR1299 (5 out of 5 stars)
August 21, 2016

This bag is worth every penny you will spend. Let me begin by saying this is the perfect size for carry on in regional/business/commercial aircraft. I was able to fit this easily into overheads on a CRJ-900, -700, EMB 145, 777LR, and A340-600.

I took this bag for one week to Germany and Poland. I also checked a bag because this was for a work trip, so in this bag i carried the following items and still had space to spare. This bag was perfect for quick switch between travel backpack and office satchel. It was able to hold very large bottles of water. The extra straps inside to tighten down and on the outside made it easier to reduce the bag profile. If you watch the youtube videos on this please note it's what they say it is. Your success will come on how you organize it. With that being said, there are not a lot of pockets etc.. In the second picket there is a zipper mesh pocket, and a tablet/laptop sleeve. However if you have pack like i listed below it would be wise to have ziploc bags for different groups of items. It helps keep it organized.

Now for mobility. I pulled two hail Mary runs on my return trip home. And when i say runs, i mean full sprint dodging babies and the elderly - jumping luggage and chairs. In both Munich and Chicago i literally grabbed the shoulder straps, the chest strap, and waist strap and pulled them tight. And it was a flawless run, with no fear of the bag falling off or interfering with my ability to run.
1) Go pro hero 4, case, selfie stick
2) Portable charger
3) laptop 15.5 inch, charger, and six misc charging cords
4) two pairs of jeans, a pull over light sweatshirt, two shirts, two pairs of socks, and two undergarments
5) all pertinent travel documents
6) Box of Belvita snacks
7) Ziploc bag of medicine/vitamins
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Perfect for a 2.5 week trip to Europe
by Pit Bull Mom (5 out of 5 stars)
July 2, 2016

After much research, I purchased three of these, two black and one red, all small/medium, for a recent 17 day trip to Europe. My husband and I used the black ones and my fifteen year old daughter used the red one. They worked beautifully! We each took four outfits, plus the ones we wore, so five total, two pairs of shoes, plus toiletries (my daughter took her full size flat iron), hoodies/jackets, and raincoats. While my daughter and I each had a separate (Travelon) bag, my husband put his electronics (iTouch, 10" Kindle Fire) in his backpack. I also put a full size heavy duty plastic zip top file folder in mine with all of our travel documents, tickets, etc. (in the laptop sleeve). We did very little shopping as that's not our thing, but my daughter did pick up a pair of high tops in Paris and had no problem bringing them home.

We moved from cooler weather in Paris and Salzburg to warmer weather in Venice and Rome, necessitating a wide ranging wardrobe. Using Eagle Creek packing cubes, I was able to pack the following in my pack: a pair of jeans, a medium length skirt, two knee length skirts, a pair of gym weight capris, four tees, a pair of PJs, five pairs of underwear, one bra, two pairs of socks, a car coat length heavy hooded LL Bean raincoat, a pair of Toms, two toiletry bags (a TSA one and another), a small make up bag, a bag with ten medication bottles, a large heavy plastic zip top envelope with all travel documents and tickets, and a small bag of misc necessities (small USB cords, small caribiners, etc.). The bag weighed about 15 lbs packed and I had plenty of room left. On the return trip, I easily found room for a very well bubble wrapped small ceramic gift item, a t-shirt, and a boxed shot glass. I could certainly have brought more home. My six foot tall husband packed, using cubes, a pair of jeans, three pairs of cargo shorts, PJ pants, four tees, underwear, undershirts, a raincoat, a pair of shoes, his dopp kit + TSA bag, Kindle, iTouch, charging cords, plug adapter kit, and had room to spare. His packed bag weighed 17 lbs.

Converting these bags from backpacks to duffles, to take on and off planes and some trains, was a breeze. The back panel unzips and rolls down, securing with Velcro at the bottom and releasing the straps. In reverse, just separate the Velcro, tuck the straps and zip up. The process is very fast and very easy and we found the bags easy to carry with the handles or the messenger bag strap. A key for me is that I also found that the messenger strap didn't get in the way when I was using the bag as a backpack, a plus since I didn't want to hassle with unclipping it and putting it back.

We found these to be very comfortable. My stubborn fifteen year old whined about hers until she let her Dad adjust her straps and convince her to use her sternum strap and hip belt. Then she also found it comfortable! I won't pretend we used them every day, though. We carried them about every four days, from apartments through Metro stations, onto trains, and walking to apartments. We also carried them in airports and transporting to and fro. It was absolutely enough to get a sense of how they feel, but not a sense of their durability, though I expect they'd do very well. We were on Air Canada the whole way to and from Europe and had no problem carrying these on.

I would recommend these packs without reservation. In retrospect, my husband would have gone with the next size up. He had no problems at all with the small/medium as far as packing it, but thinks he might have preferred the feel of the larger pack on his back. He has used this pack on two other trips and been happy with it both of those times, as well.

We purchased the Osprey Porter 30 with the attached Daylite pack for my twelve year old and I'll post reviews for those, too.
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The BEST bag for lightweight international travel
by James Neal (5 out of 5 stars)
June 19, 2017

I read about this bag on a couple travel blogs where it received high praise. I figured it was worth a shot since it was on sale on Amazon with a free Prime return.

First Impressions:

My first surprise was at how small it was coming out of the box, and I was unsure how much it would actually fit because of the oblong shell shape. I had read that it is undersized for the carry-on limits for airplane travel - even on international flights, where the dimension restrictions are even smaller - but it still seemed too small. The second surprise came when I did the test pack and it just kept swallowing everything I had planned on packing. I figured I would have to buy compression bags to make this thing work, but they were unnecessary. The shape is a little strange, but once I figured out the best way to balance my bulky items (shoes, toiletry kit, etc), I actually opened up more space than I needed. After playing with all the straps and carrying configurations, I decided to keep it.

In Use:

This bag did everything I needed it to do on a two week trip to Italy. It easily slipped into the overhead compartment on all my flights, and it even fit in the tiny luggage racks above the seats on all the trains. The backpack straps and waist band adjusted easily to balance the weight. It was more comfortable to wear it when we were waiting in line at airports and train stations than to take it off and set it down. When we got to our gates and terminals, the straps quickly zip into their compartment, and the single shoulder strap clips in even faster. The single shoulder strap isn't comfortable for longer durations, but was perfect for the short amount of time while boarding/disembarking, and makes the bag easy to navigate those tight space (I hate when people carry backpacks or purses behind them and slap everyone down the aisle).

The compression straps do a great job not only keeping everything in place, but also adding a layer of security. The exterior straps are mounted by another layer of ripstop fabric that encases all the zippers, making them difficult to locate and access while strapped down tightly. This costs you a couple seconds and extra effort if you need to get into the bag while you're on the go, but there is no way for someone to easily get into the bag while out of sight on your back without you knowing. The zippers are paired, so you can lock them with a small padlock if that's your thing.

Summary:

Osprey hit the mark when they designed this bag. If you like to travel light and agile, you will enjoy this bag. It won't top the ease and accessibility of a rolling suitcase in an airport, but it's close. For someone who was traveling to remote areas and old cities, having everything off the ground was much easier 99% of the time (verified after watching my friend pull his suitcase half a mile, uphill, on cobblestones).

I paired my Farpoint 40 with a much smaller ripstop bag (for easy under seat access on flights/trains and short excursions away from our airBnBs) and it was perfect: Gonex Ultra Lightweight Packable Backpack Hiking Daypack Handy Foldable Camping Outdoor Travel Cycling Backpacking(Red)

If I didn't need it I could easily stuff it into my larger bag. Both pictured here while waiting for my wife as she shopped for a purse in the Venice airport. The comfort and utility were worth looking like a doofus.
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Worked Well on Recent Trip to Europe
by Jason Jackson (5 out of 5 stars)
February 22, 2017

I recently replaced my old travel pack with this, and couldn't be happier. Here are a few of the features that worked well for me:
* Carry-on size fit well in the planes we flew, except puddle jumpers here in rural US. The straps all hide away in a really nicely designed stow cover for these cases. There is a convenient handle on the side to carry like a duffel, too.
* I really like the design of the pockets on this pack. It has a slightly-padded laptop pouch, compression straps, and a couple of outer pockets plus mesh. I packed my regular clothes, running clothes, and some extra layers for a week in Paris in February and didn't do any laundry. If anything I overpacked, and this bag handled it well.
* This bag has proper, rigid support. It was comfortable to carry on my bag traversing airports, waiting in customs and security lines, etc.
* The Daylite bag is a great companion for this. I bought both.

I have previous had warranty work done on an Osprey hiking bag that had a closure strap simply worn out from frequent use. They fixed it, no questions asked, and sent me stickers and candy with the repaired bag. Their customer service is top notch, easy to contact, and has a personal touch.
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Perfect for one bag travel
by Kay (5 out of 5 stars)
April 7, 2017

This is the fourth bag I've tried for one bag travel and it's the best one so far. It's quite roomy at 40 liters but packs up into looking like a large backpack. The bag is about 3 lbs. The main compartment also opens up flat (like traditional luggage) so it's easy to find things when you open it up. I use two packing cubes (medium for clothes, small for undergarments) and have room to spare for two pairs of shoes (or more) in the main compartment.

The thing that might bother some is that the laptop sleeve is in the front zip; it's ok for my MacBook Air but not sure how it would fare for others with a heavier laptop. Depends how you pack the rest of your bag as well.

The front compartment is very roomy and this is where I store my cables/chargers and toiletry bag.

Then there is a tiny zip pocket at the very front/top where you can fit things you might need on the go like pens, granola bars, etc.

One of my favorite things about the bag aside from the quality of its build are the straps. They are well-cushioned and use a suspension system (not sure how it works but you can adjust the tension above your shoulders). There are also a chest strap and hip strap. Out of the bags I've tried (Patagonia MLC, Tom Bihn Tristar, Tom Bihn Aeronaut 30- my second runner up), this bag is the comfiest and I've used it for a couple international travels already with no discomfort. I should mention I have severe arthritis in my cervical spine and both shoulders.

The last thing I should mention is when you stow the bag away in the bag hold or under the seat in front of you on a flight, you can zip away the straps and hip belt with a covering that is rolled up into the back/bottom part of the bag. Pretty awesome way to keep the straps from getting caught on anything.

Love this bag. I read many reviews here and elsewhere as well as watched videos before buying it and the reviews weren't lying. If you are trying to do one bag travel, this may be the bag. Of course this bag would also be perfect for weekend trips. I've read on other sites not to use this for activities with long hikes or treks as there are bags more suited to those activities. Enjoy!

Photos: fully packed for the Philippines. Will definitely post an update if I ever use this bag for cold weather travel. I'd be interested to see how well I manage one-bagging it then!
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Great for a weekend bag, tough for a multi week trip
by Ed Arlington (3 out of 5 stars)
August 11, 2018

I purchased this bag for a month long trip in Asia after reading a ton of reviews about how great it was. I got the eagle creek 3 pack organizers to add to it as well. If I could do it over again, I'd either get a bigger version of the pack, or just use regular luggage all together. Truth of the matter is, most of the Asian airlines let you check a free bag, and it's not worth it to me to lug around 20 pounds in a backpack just to be minimal. The bag got pretty heavy and you'll definitely want to use the hip strap, or your back will hurt. It's not big enough for you to travel abroad and buy new clothes or shoes and add to the bag. I had to get some extra clothes and a pair of loafers, and it was overkill. It made me wish that I had purchased the 55L or even the 70L.

I packed extra clothes because I wasn't sure how often I'd get to do laundry. Some of the hotels we stayed at were super expensive to do laundry. Do you really want to spend your holiday time doing laundry? I wanted to minimize that so we could relax and enjoy the trip. I'm keeping the bag because it's perfect for a weekend trip, or if you have easy access to laundry. A weekend ski trip, or going home for the holidays, it's perfect. On our next trip I plan to bring a checked bag and use this backpack as an addition.

It's great quality, and I'd recommend it. Just be aware of the size and length of your trip etc. Enjoy!
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but it was definitely a great trial run
by Michelle (5 out of 5 stars)
March 30, 2016

I did a lot of research on travel backpacks since I am going on a 20-day backpacking trip through Europe this summer. The Osprey Farpoint 40 was one of the top-rated packs I could find, so I decided to give it a try. I am 5'2" and 140 lbs, and this pack it me perfectly. Just trying it on, I knew that the support would be there. I just got back from a 7-day trip to the Philippines and took this pack with me. Obviously it was much easier packing for a 7-day trip than it will be for 20, but it was definitely a great trial run.

The pack opens up completely like a suitcase, which was a HUGE pro. I couldn't imagine getting my things from a top-loading bag. It would've been terrible and inconvenient. There are many convenient pockets to organize your things: passport, wallet, etc. I always knew where to look. This is also a big pro for me, because it is really easy for me to just throw things into a big bag with no organization. This pack made it easy to organize.

I packed a LOT of stuff in here. Way more than needed for a 7-day trip, but I was attending a wedding, so I fit makeup, three gowns, a curling iron, and heels in there in addition to my regular clothing. Definitely not bad considering I had everything I needed on my back! I have no doubts that this backpack will be perfect for my Europe trip. I'll be packing much simpler clothing, no makeup, and of course no curling iron (who has time to curl your hair at a hostel?), so I know that I'll make it for 20 days no problem.

Overall, I recommend this! Get the S/M if you're short like me. The weight was so beautifully distributed throughout my back/hips that it was never uncomfortable (this does require some packing planning on your part!). And the look of the bag as whole is not too flashy.

Love it!
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If you are travelling with just one bag, this should be it!
by Tim Herd (5 out of 5 stars)
October 5, 2016

If you are traveling with just one bag, this should be it! I travel a lot! I've been to nearly every state in this country and have been abroad on many occasions as well. When I travel I like to take one bag and never want to check luggage. I want easy access to my items, without having to unpack everything at every stop, and I want the ability to carry it hands free (because,after all, this is the 21st Century). After searching for the perfect bag that might meet all my needs I finally settled on this bag and I'm glad I did!

Whether for an overnight trip or an extended excursion this bag has absolutely blown me away. I recently took it on a 2 week trip to Thailand/Cambodia where I found it fit all my essentials, 2 pairs of shorts, 1 pair of pants, 3 shirts, 4 pairs of socks/underwear, bathroom items, inflatable pillow, towel, extra pair of shoes, jacket, rain hat, bug sprays/sunscreen and rain cover (not included, but made for this bag and highly recommended). I'm 6 feet, 4 inches tall and 225 lbs, so not a small guy. The items I carry in this bag reflect that and take up more space than the average person's. Even with that, the bag could carry all these items and didn't feel like it was busting at the seams.

There were a few times I wished I would have had an attached day pack, but I had opted for the 40 over the 55 which has that option... even still there are a good number of day packs that roll up very small, so it's not a loss and something I'll have remedied the next international trip I take with this pack.

It stores very nicely in overhead bins, didn't get a second look at boarding, carried very comfortably around the city and backcountry. It was never uncomfortable, despite extended carrying on a few days and shows no signs of use, though it's been through quite a bit already (But that's Osprey for you...).

All said, It's a great bag that I would highly recommend and would purchase again.
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I was not disappointed. So glad I went with the 40 over ...
by AliG (5 out of 5 stars)
January 3, 2017

Purchased this bag after A LOT of research! I was not disappointed. So glad I went with the 40 over the other larger sizes. I'm a petite female & this bag fit me GREAT. (I purchased the S/M). To top it off, I used it for a 9 day trip to Panama. I had plenty of room to SPARE & my finance was jealous of the innovative construction and the way the main compartment unzips in a suitcase fashion. (I'm sure I'll be buying him one soon) :). I know there were some negatives about the water bottle slots being not useful. I used a carabiner/reusable bottle clipped to my bag when I wanted. And I used the mesh pockets for a light sweater & my raincoat - for easy access. After 6 flights, several cab & water taxi trips - this bag looks brand new. I suspect it will continue to perform on our next trips. I utilized the zipper compartment to hide the straps/waist belt when I was forced to check my bag on the teeny planes. That feature drew attention from strangers. So nice not to worry about your straps being slung & tugged on in transit. Thanks Osprey & Amazon - wonderful product.

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