The smaller front compartment does not zip quite as far but again, you will have no problems with access. Unlike Osprey’s bright outdoors lines, the crisp colour schemes of the Nebula won’t feel out of place in the boardroom or along winding city streets. Like Osprey’s hiking bags, the Apogee comes with Airscape breathability and chest/waist straps that will make everything you need for a day’s work feel lighter than air. Not every Osprey bag is only suitable for outdoor adventures. This classy roll-top bag is just as comfortable in the woods as it is in the commute, and the extra litres roll out to create just enough space for everything you need on a shorter trip, and it’s all crafted out of recycled plastic bottles. Inside the main compartment, you’ll have plenty of space for a change of clothes if you fancy a lift after work, and the laptop sleeve will keep sensitive electronics powered on when it’s presentation season. Osprey built this bag to be one of the most spacious options on the market that still fits the legal definition of a carry on bag, and anyone who looks to make the most out of budget travel should have this option in their closet.

The same design as the Scarab 30 but with Nanofly material, offering increased durability while maintaining a light weight Osprey’s signature duffel bag holds up against any duffel option in the industry, and it’s all built out of recycled materials guaranteed to last for life. The same as the Transporter Small Zip Top but with 20% more capacity and a padded side-access zippered panel for up to a 15" laptop And finally, Osprey hasn’t quite caught on to post-gendered-color-consciousness and offers slightly different color options in some cases for women and for men. Padded laptop and tablet sleeve that opens completely for airport screening without removing laptop

The sportier bags are not suitable for carrying laptops (as detailed in the tables); the Daylite Travel Plus is OK for smaller laptops and the Nebula/Nova, Heritage Series, Arcane Series, and Transporter series are the best choices for medium to larger laptops and tech gear. If you’re looking for something even smaller, Osprey also offers a great travel purse too which is an ideal accompaniment to these bags for organising your documents, wallet and passport. The same design as the Simplex 20 but with Nanofly material, offering increased durability while maintaining a light weight

In fact, the only reason I replaced it (with another Quasar) is because I fancied a change of colour and because I got a pretty good discount.

Inside the backpack

Generally works as a personal item in its smaller state, when expanded and filled it counts as a carry-on There’s a no-nonsense, rugged approach taken with the design that not only looks great but is incredibly functional too. Padded and interior-hanging laptop and tablet sleeve (separate zippered laptop access, very well protected)

The Osprey Quasar has key features. While few (if any of them) are unique, it offers the perfect combination of features.If you like to cycle to work there is a waist belt that helps keep the bag close to your body and a sternum strap to stop the comfy shoulder straps moving around and slipping off your shoulders. The reflective graphics will help you to be seen but just to make sure there is a handy bike light attachment loop for when the days get shorter and the nights get longer. And as this is Osprey we are talkingabout, they have popped on a safety whistle. So if you do decide to take this out on the hillyou can signal for help if you get into a spot of bother; its pretty useful in the city too if you come across someone who is after your wallet. The most miniature bags in the series double as totes perfect for day to day use, while the largest ones can hold everything a family of four would need for a week in the woods. Of course, even with recycled materials, Osprey expects this bag to last for life. Set it down, and the Osprey Talia remains bolt upright due to its internal frames. Should you blop it down a bit too hard, your laptop is protected as its sleeve actually “hangs” inside the bag.

Side tension straps are linked to the hipbelt. By tightening these straps you can stabilise the load but reduce the hipbelt flexibility. Where balance is critical tightening them can help you feel more secure. However, if you are striding out over easy terrain it’s better to loosen these straps to allow full hip flexibility.

FAQ: Osprey Quasar 28

This guarantee helps Osprey stand out from the crowd. It’s a promise that any product, from any era, for any reason, can be shipped to headquarters and fixed up, free of charge. Multi-function internal padded sleeve fits a 15” laptop or a water reservoir, with hose route through the shoulder strap Materials, roll-top main compartment access, and protected zippers designed to withstand heavy rain Main compartment: bluesign® approved NanoFly® 500D recycled high tenacity nylon UHMWPE, PFC/PFAS-free DWR