High Sierra Summit Top Load Internal Frame Pack, Black/Black/Silver, 45L

I bought this backpack for a 1 week trip to Peru. I was super pleased with how much stuff this pack held and how sleek and compact it was. I'm 5'2" with an athletic build and it fit me perfectly. Felt really comfortable on my back and shoulders while I was walking around. My only wish would be for pockets on the hips but it's not a big deal. I would highly, highly recommend this pack.

This is the updated version of the high sierra summit 45 shown in the url below:(http://www.amazon.com/High-Sierra-Classic-Internal-27x14x7-5/dp/B004EBLCEE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409166366&sr=8-1&keywords=high+sierra+45)While I cannot speak for the older version, this pack is well made, and is an incredible value. I went to a local EMS store to try out a comparable Talon pack (which was twice the price at $160), and it didn't fit me nearly as well.My only complaints: there aren't many compartments, which could have made accessing my stuff a bit easier. Also, the top +10L portion jiggles around a little. Overall though I am very satisfied.I was able to get away with taking it as carry on for ~6 flights, with no trouble, but it is definitely a close call.Definitely get this pack.

I searched for a long time for the perfect backpack for my needs. Here was my criteria: durable bag, affordable, different compartments for organization, simple/sharp design. Lastly, I needed to be able to carry it onto a plane, so cinch straps to compress the contents was a must, the color black was preferred (will explain below).I tested this bag on a two week trip backpacking through Vietnam. It was only two weeks, but it was quite the gauntlet to run this bag through. We traveled almost every day, rarely staying more than one night in a certain location. We took almost every type of transportation available: puddle jumping planes, busses, trains, taxis, motorcycles, boats and good old fashioned hiking. We were caught in torrential down pours, spent hours in the baking sun. The bag was thrown around, rolled down some stairs, acted as a seat and footrest, etc. All this just to say I used the bag.First thing I noticed when I got it was how durable it felt. The ripstop material is thick all around, and it is heavier than I anticipated. There is a LOT of webbing-- I recommend you make the fitting adjustments you want, and then trim down the extra feet of webbing provided. This can honestly shave off a pound of weight, and make you a bit more agile without tons of webbing flopping around all over the place (which I hate).Next, it's comfortable. I'm a 5'7" 150lb male, average build. Knowing how to adjust your pack to fit you is crucial and I recommend checking out YouTube to see how it ought to fit. I also recommend watching a video or two on how to physically pack your bag and how you should try to distribute your gear. Lots of people will get a bag and do both of these things wrong (it's not exactly intuitive) and will blame the bag for being uncomfortable. That's hogwash. Load your gear correctly, fit the straps correctly, and I guarantee you won't have quite as many issues. This bag fit great.Pockets for organization are great. You have your bottom compartment which you could fit a sleeping bag in (20 degree bag by itself). Since we were in vietnam, I actually fit two sleeping bag liners in there for my wife and I, my flip flops, belt, and some other miscellaneous things I knew I'd want on the fly if needed. It's quite spacious. The main compartment is pretty large and fit everything I needed pretty easily. I actually only packed this bag 3/4 full- there was about a foot of space left at the top of my gear to the brim of the main compartment, but I'm a very light packer. Outer Map Compartment was great to use. Stored maps and non-essential documents in there, along with pens, a moleskine and my kindle paperwhite. Brain is nice and big. Just a simple compartment-- would have liked an extra mesh zipper pocket in there to help organize small things.So, was I able to fly carry-on? Yes, without a glance, the several times I flew with it. This is obviously going to be different for each person, but I would be confident to take this on planes. The cinching straps did help compact my gear and slim the overall profile of the bag. Most American airlines today will not actually weigh your carrying on bag. It just can't be "too big" as they look at you, and it obviously needs to fit in the overhead compartment (which it does just fine). I said earlier I wanted a black (or dark colored) bag-- black looks smaller. I know this is silly, but if you're as vehement about having all of your stuff with you on a flight then you'll take every extra advantage you can take. I've lost enough luggage to want to avoid checking a bag (especially internationally) for the rest of my life.I threw some bungee on the brain through the provided holes and it's a great place to stash your rain coat or extra floppy gear. I clipped my climbing shoes to the outside of my bag with a caribeener. Also, the pockets for water bottles are great: they fit a large 32oz nalgene just fine. Carried one in each for most of the trip. It never felt out.Overall, I would definitely recommend this bag. It's not as light as you can get, but it's not unnecessarily heavy. I feel that the added weight comes from extra durability, which is a fine tradeoff for me. If you're counting ounces, you might want to spend some more cash and look elsewhere. If you're counting dollars like me, need a fully functional backpacking bag, and might want to consider using it for airline carry-on travel... this is your bag.

I absolutely love this backpack. It was perfect for my month long Europe trip. It's extremely durable and holds a lot of stuff. I probably stuffed it to the max and the seams didn't feel like they were going to break. I highly recommend for anyone doing a backpacking trip. I'm not sure how it will hold up for hiking but I'm sure it'll be just as good!

Used this pack to go hiking/camping. Use it whenever I'm spending nights on the beach too. Fits everything I need. I could see myself traveling onto a plan with it as well. Would recommend to anyone who does light to moderate hiking and camping

I just got back from a 2 week eurotrip and this bag was perfect for clothes, gifts etc. I was able to pass through easy jet, wow air, Norwegian, and SAS airlines with no problem as a carry on. The back support allowed me to carry my bag around most of the day without an issue

This is a very nice backpack. Non-adjustable but fine for people in the "average height" range, it's made of a light but reasonably durable synthetic. Its zippers, the achilles heel of most packs, are good quality and are heavier on the openings that will likely take the most stress.Compartments: top, main (includes hydration pocket), outside (vertical zip), bottom (sleep system), and a dedicated velcro pocket for an attached rain cover.My only quibbles are that it's non-adjustable for torso length, and that it lacks a more sophisticated system for managing excess straps, requiring you to either use electrical tape to reign in the errant straps, or find some other DIY solution.Verdict: if you need a pack & are in the right height range, this is a good buy for under $100

it is a great backpack i got it insanely fast and its made out of good material the rain cover it comes with is also super cool i totally recommend it for hiking or backpacking places like europe or southeast asia its also super comfortable

Me encantó la mochila, buen tamaño, tiene muchas correas para ajustar cuanto se pueda. La espalda es acolchonada, lo único malo es que la abertura de la parte de enfrente parece que te da acceso al espacio principal pero no es así, el único acceso es por arriba o por el bolso pequeño de abajo. Amazon tardo bastante tiempo en aprobar el pago con el banco (una semana aprox) supongo porque fue mi primer compra, sin embargo el envío fue rapidísimo, en un día estaba en mi casa.Si les sirve de referencia, mido 1.53 m, y creo que me queda perfecta, a tope es más grande la mochila que yo :p

Es un excelente producto buena calidad de tela, muy practica el envio fue rapido,las correas son muy utiles la utilizamos durante 2 semanas caminando por peru y todo excelente sin daños ni desgaste, el compartimento para el sleeping bag esta excelente ya que es impermeable.muy recomendable para gente amante de las caminatas e irse de mochileros.

En general se ve muy resistente, llego antes de tiempo y no tiene ninguna ruptura o deshilachura dentro o fuera de la mochila; tal y como se muestra en las fotos, está. Una gran compra por el precio y marca que se ofrece. Y me está gustando bastante el haberla comprado.

Esta increíble, el material es de muy buena calidad

me la llevé a un trek en Islandia, me pareció un poco pesada y algo pequeña comparada con las que me mostraron otros mochileros allá.