The Osprey Flare Pack is a laptop-compatible pack that is rugged enough to withstand the toughest commutes without looking like you're going to summit Everest at your lunch break. Unless that's what you do instead of eating PB&J like the rest of us. Or if Everest is your commute. Then you'd be a Sherpa. This bag is made of a durable yet lightweight weatherproof material. It features one main compartment with a padded laptop sleeve that accomodates laptops with displays up to 15.4". The bag also has a specific document sleeve and internal mesh pocket for small items. The EVA foam harness and load lifting straps with a mesh backpanel keep you and your back comfortable and ventilated.
DECENT FEATURES of the Osprey Flare Pack
Panel loader
Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Padded carry handle
Front stash pocket with mini-organizer
Removable 20mm waiststrap
Single ice tool loop
MP3 pocket
Internal mesh pocket
Internal document sleeve
Laptop sleeve with padded base 15.4" compatible
Sewn-in mesh over EVA foam harness with load lifters
Spacer mesh backpanel
2x side stretch mesh pockets
Front stretch mesh shove-it pocket
Quantum / Quasar / Comet
Our larger models have an Airscape-style backpanel with ridged foam padding to provide cushioning and ventilation
The well-padded shoulder straps are covered with spacer mesh
Flare / Axis / Orb
Our smaller models get their great ventilation and comfort from die-cut foam shoulder straps and spacer mesh covered backpanel padding
Interior Organization
All models feature a padded multi-function (computer/hydration) sleeve, plus document sleeve, MP3 pocket and zippered mesh storage pocket in the main compartment
Padded Grab Handles
Padded grab handles are far more comfortable than the webbing loops found on most daypacks
Front Pocket Organizer
All models include a front organizer pocket with key fob to keep everyday gear sorted and close at hand
The SPECS
Volume: 1465 cubic inches / 24 liter
Weight: 1 lb 9 oz / 0.70 kg
Dimension: (H x W x D): 18 x 12 x 9" / 46 x 30 x 23 cm
210D nylon double diamond rip
420D nylon packcloth
OVERSIZE ITEM: We cannot ship this product by any expedited shipping method (3-Day, 2-Day or Next Day). Even if you pick that option, it will still go Ground Shipping. Sorry for being so mean.
I've had this pack for about 6 months and only use it for school and simple everyday use. I carry my laptop in it everyday and wish there was more padding for the laptop sleeve. When I set the pack down I am always afraid I will crack my computer since the bottom of the pack isn't padded well. Also, the mesh side pockets aren't durable at all. I only use them for my water bottle and they are all ripped up and tearing. Also, the mesh pocket on the inside can get caught on books and binders, causing it to tear. It's comfortable, but I wouldn't buy it again if given the option.
If you use this pack daily as a day pack (as I did all summer for my job at a camp) the durability becomes questionable pretty quickly. By the second month of use the front and side meshes had medium sized holes from carrying my water bottle and bike lock. This was not from any sort of super heavy throw your bag down a scree slope and play fetch with it, but from normal wear and tear -not good. By the third month small holes had developed in the bottom and needed to be patched with gorilla tape. I'm not expecting this bag to last till the end of the year and I won't be replacing it. .
Osprey bags from the 24/7 line, this is my second one, are of the utmost quality and simple styling. These characteristics make it a perfect commuter bag for the office. Get it.