"Finding the best travel backpack can feel like an endless scroll-there are thousands of options, and most seem to promise the same thing: sleek design, generous capacity, and enough compartments to keep your tech and toiletries from colliding. Over the past year, our team has tested dozens of backpacks across countless trips: quick overnight getaways, cross-country flights, and commuter hauls across cities. Some of us prioritize sleek silhouettes for work trips, others want as many pockets as humanly possible,"
"These bags accompanied us near and far on planes, trains, buses, and cruises, from local staycations to far-flung destinations. We packed these bags to the brim, lifted them into overhead bins, rolled them down cobblestone streets, and trudged through bustling cities with them in hand. While traveling with our luggage, we considered each bag's weight, capacity, functionality, price point, and how well it has held up over time."
More than a dozen testers spent months road-testing backpacks on planes, trains, buses, cruises, local staycations, and far-flung destinations. Bags were packed to capacity, lifted into overhead bins, rolled down cobblestone streets, and carried through bustling cities. Evaluations assessed weight, capacity, functionality, price point, and long-term durability. Tests also identified smart design features that differentiate bags, including weight indicators, separate shoe compartments, and protective laptop sleeves. Recommendations prioritize backpacks that combine lightweight construction, thoughtful organization, sturdy materials, and comfortable straps for commuters, remote workers, adventure-seekers, and frequent travelers.
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