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Osprey Farpoint 40 Jasper Red Rucksack $123 Delivered ($103 for New Customers Using Code) @ Wiggle

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Great price for Osprey Farpoint 40 Jasper Red only in both sizes - S/M or M/L. Free delivery for Australia. You can save $20 if you sign up as new user and use code NEWAU to bring price down to $103. These are great and are within carry on size limits. They open up like a suitcase so handy for travel.

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  • +2

    Brilliant backpacks, had one a few years now and gone on several trips carry-on only… just superb.

  • +5

    I paid $135 for this in 2017 and it's an excellent backpack for travelling. Comfortable good quality. perfect for cheap flights with no checked baggage.

    • Better than Kathmandu?

      My Buckle just exploded and they've yet to replace/fix the buckle for the last 6 months :(

      • Experience the paradise that is Osprey's lifetime warranty.

        I use both. Nothing wrong with Kathmandu backpacks - from my own long use I'd strongly argue some Kathmandu packs (comparable in litres + function) are definitely lighter, better organised (I have no idea why osprey put their laptops in the front to bend from packing pressure), have a superior/comfortable harness, and fit to the body's profile better (ie slimmer/doesn't take out half a shop when you turn around - eg when full the farpoint is considered quite dorsally obtrusive compared to many travel packs of today).

        In saying that, once you buy Kathmandu's gear you're on your own, it's a gamble. With osprey, there is no doubt, they are very honourable.

  • +8

    I can't speak to this pack, but I can highly recommend Osprey. I have 5 packs of various sizes.

    Other than the quality, another great thing about osprey is that they will repair your case/bag or send you replacement parts at no cost.

    Ive broken a number of buckles, and zip pulls, and lost a sternum strap (on separate occasions) and they've all be sent out to a me at no charge.

  • +5

    Hmm. I can't decide betewen this farpoint 40 and porter 46. Anybody have them or have opinions?

    • +2

      I second this, need some opinions/comparisons between the 2. I was going to purchase one 18 months ago but couldn’t decide between the Farpoint 40 or the Porter 46. In the end I still haven’t got one!

      • +1

        The 46l will likely be too large for overhead luggage if that is a consideration.

        • +1

          I have taken the Porter as carry on (without checked) on multiple flights both international and domestic.

          • @bananabendera: You may well have passed it off as carryon but I think it exceeds the maximum measurements (without compression) for carryon in Australia which leaves you at the mercy of the airline staff. I would choose the Farpoint because it falls within most airlines’ definitions of carry on. With a bit of discipline and some careful selection your back will thank you and you’ll be that much more mobile. And I know some budget airlines are becoming stricter about enforcing weight and dimension limits.

            • +1

              @pupdog: We have flown hundreds of flights with the porter, all budget airlines in various countries not once was it checked for dimensions. even if it was checked it still fits in the bag tester as it's a soft bag.

        • +5

          Maybe, but I've taken the 46L on at least 20 flights in Australia, plus more international flights and budget European carriers like Ryanair and easyjet. Not once have I ever been pulled up for it being oversize.

          • @EFC94: Just wait till the time that they do though…

        • +1

          I have taken literally hundreds of flights on budget airlines in Australia with my porter 46 and never had a problem.
          I even used to put it under the seat in front of me. Then I realised this does not get me off the plane any faster so I just use overhead every time now. As I pack it it's way smaller than all those roller cases everyone seems to use now.

          Granted I'm careful to not pack it solid (7kg carry on limit) but you shouldn't ever have a problem with the porter 46 as carry on, anything you can carry that keeps it under 7kg won't be solid enough that it doesn't compress to within the required dimensions (if it was even over to begin with).

          That said, I've never ever had it checked for dimensions by staff (have checked it myself before in the bag checkers when I first got it, just to verify the claims that it fits) but get weighed every flight that I don't have a tag from the previous one, and lately quite often even when I do have a tag.

          Meanwhile you can absolutely jam it with gear when you're not flying somewhere, which is a bonus.

          My only complaint is where the laptop sleeve is, I'd have preferred it closer to my back, but it's still the best bag I own by a long shot, the other being a Burton snowboarding pack.

      • +3

        I'm just going for this. If you google a bunch, opinions are divided. I think it depends on use case and whether that 6L really makes a difference to you. If it's your only pack for long trips then the porter makes more sense. I rarely take just a carryon anywhere I go so this might help us condense our carryon crap into one.

        • It would come down to your use of compression straps and the eye of the operator.

    • +7

      I have the farpoint, due to the better straps which make it more comfortable if you plan on doing extended hikes/walks with it. If it's to be used only as carry on and to/from hotels, I recommend the porter as it fits a bit more and compresses better for the size.
      I have used my farpoint 40 on 3 day hikes covering 40+km, 12 days in Japan as my only bag and it performed flawlessly so I can highly recommend this bag if you plan on using this pack on your back for extended periods.

      • Cheers, this is handy to know. I don’t do a lot of flying. It would be mostly used for hiking. Sounds like this would be better suited to my needs.

    • I have the farpoint and from what i remember during my research is that the farpoint has a frame for sturdy support on the back whereas the porter didn't.

      Farpoint is a great bag and i highly recommend it.

      Ive used it as a carry on only to nz and hong kong and had no issues. Only fault I can think of is the water bottle holder is useless if your bag is full.

    • I was looking at the 2 as well and decided on farpoint 40 because the porter 46 looks like a big turtle shell on your bac - Still waiting on a sale on the grey one though.
      The Porter's Laptop sleeve is closer to your back where the farpoint has the laptop sleeve on the outer pocket which may be a deciding factor if you travel with a laptop.

    • +1

      I have the porter 46, I have used it many times as carryon quite bulky, had a few eyeballs but never pulled up. technically it exceeds the limit. Even though the 46 exceeds the limit measurement wise, it is soft so you could jam and squish it to comply…personal preference I guess..

    • +2

      I only have the Porter 46 so I'll comment on that.

      I love it so much! Because of this backpack I do all my trips non-checked luggage now. It's so much better for transfers, and everything is faster, checking in and arriving airports (no waiting for checked luggage).

      Reading the comments above, just echoing that I've never been pulled up on any domestic or international flight before. Always use the straps to sinch it in as much as possible though! I love the porter for maximum storage/packing without checking in luggage. If that is your aim, 100% porter. If comfort, hiking and long distances, it sounds like the farpoint is better.

      Good luck choosing!

  • +3

    Or the Osprey Nebula for $135.99 marked down from 1,336.00
    https://www.wiggle.com.au/osprey-nebula-rucksack/

    That's $1,200.45 off !

    • +1

      89% wowsers!

  • -3

    Has anyone used this site, it has had terrible reviews?

    • Use PayPal?

    • +6

      Wiggle is huge! Even has an Australian warehouse. No worries about the seller whatsoever.

    • Really? Amazing & ships mostly from a local warehouse

  • Would this be suitable as a day pack on holiday?

    • I suppose you could use it that way but I don’t think it’d be ideal. It’s big for a daypack and there’s gonna be a lot of empty space flapping about. If you wanna go carry on only, I suggest packing an ultralight (packable) daypack which as the name suggests is light and takes up little room.

    • You could, but I wouldn't recommend it for that.

    • Use coupon code MYPLUSDSDT6HB4QM to get another $5 off. Also if you buy 3 , only $51.96 each.

    • $10 Kmart bag will do for day pack

  • Now displaying online as 'no longer available' :(

    • +1

      Still working fine for me

      • I stand corrected. It didn't like the VPN I was connecting through. Apologies.

        • Haha well you can get one now.

  • +3

    I'm a massive Osprey fan. I have 3 of their packs including this one. The quality is top notch and the life time warranty is awesome.

    From what I've read this bag is the biggest size you can have for carry on. I've used it on loads of overseas and domestic trips of all sorts (currently im over in Java). My girlfriend bought the fairview (the female farpoint) and loves it. My brother is always bugging me to borrow my bag when he goes overseas too. He's since bought his own one.

    Buy the bag, especially at this price. You won't regret it.

    Only advice, the colours dont exactly match their online images. I'd look in store to see which colours you like best.

    • Hey, any chance you have anything in the 65L range? Am thinking of picking up a Atmos 65 AG and was looking for opinions

      • Sorry mate, just have the the farpoint, a cycling bag and the daylite. I try my best to avoid check in luggage :)

  • It's red though. kathmandu red is ok, how is this one in real life?

    Is this still fluro green on the inside?

    • -1

      It’s like the colour of my period so very bright red

  • +1

    Had one for 3 years, after the sleeve of the backpack came off, they replaced it when I send over some pictures.
    Reliable supplier and even though, great backpacks!

  • +1

    If this wasn't red, I would have bought it. Nothing worse than going travelling with a big bag that says "HEY I AM A TOURIST"

  • can't bring this on ryanair anymore

    • +1

      I've taken the 46L on 6 Ryanair flights in the last month no problem.

      • -1

        lucky, they always make us put it in that box

        • +1

          Made us put in box, needed some repacking and squishing with the internal and external straps but we both made it fit, same for easyjet. We knew it could happen though so made sure we had a plan.

  • Im getting $154.96 at checkout with the code ? - Sorry just saw its for the red $123

  • Damn, too bad black isnt on special. Need a carry on friendly backpack.

  • I have several osprey packs. Being a travel pack, the harness will be very basic and only designed for carrying it to the airport / to your hotel. I also question you will meet weight requirements for hand luggage with 40L.

    • Let me clarify. Fully filled it may go over 7kg carry on. So just be careful when packing if that is your intention. Also the zip away harness is not as comfortable as the dedicated walking harnesses, but that goes for ALL travel packs not just this model. If you are not intending on doing big hikes with it, it will be fine for the task.

  • +1

    I have the fairview 40 (womens version, XS) and it's great for carry on. More space than you need before you run out of kgs anyway for 7kg carry on. But then enough space to pack everything back into the pack after you're away from the airport.

    Thinking of buying a 20L osprey pack for day trips and 1 night trips

    • +1

      Check out the manta and escapist in the osprey range

    • +1

      I've used the daylite for this. Even though its like 13 or 14L. It's worked well for me. Could try the daylite plus at 20L.

    • How tall are you? Does it look weirdly big on you?

      I don't wanna look like one of those school kids with oversized bags lol

      • +1

        My girlfriend is 5ft 1. Has the Osprey Fairview. It doesn't look too big on her and she agrees. She's very happy with it as a travel bag.

        • Cheers mate!

      • +1

        I'm 162cm, but have a very short torso, so needed the XS.
        I'm not sure I looked stupid, or great, but it's just a transit pack, so I didn't really care, as long as it does the job!
        The green is a really nice colour btw.

        Edit: found a photo, I don't look like a turtle.
        https://ibb.co/VLf56TN

        • Ahh yeah doesn't look bad at all, I'll get one also, thanks!!

          • +1

            @montorola: Only thing I don't like about it is the laptop sleeve pocket - as a light backpacking traveller, it's a useless pocket, which I'd much prefer to lose the weight!

  • +1

    I just paid about $180 for one about a month ago but I did it because all my research pointed to this one being the best backpack for travel. And it is.

  • I've been using the Farpoint 55 since 2016 and its been on 20+ or so flights through Aus and overseas as carry-on.

    Have had some run ins with some airlines trying to get me to check it in last minute however due to the removable day pack it will fit carry on.

    Just remove the day pack and have it stowed underneath when seated.

  • +2

    Love the design and layout of osprey backpacks but their colour options suck. Just look at the only alternative frog pond green on the manta.

    Their red packs are hard to buy online. The reds across their line always appears differently in real life. More often than not, more brighter and moves towards the orange spectrum rather than maroon.

    Black gets boring after a while and other colours have stopped me from buying several osprey packs in the past.

    • +1

      I took some travel advice not to get black because everyone has black so it makes it hard to spot if it is on the luggage belt or transport compartment because it looks the same as everyone else's but if your bag is bright red then you can see it immediately cos it stands out.

      • Tie a bright coloured ribbon around the carry handle and you'll be fine

  • Just can't bring myself in getting the red one, with the grey you can discreetly walk past airline staff without sticking out like a sore thumb, can get on ebay for $150 delivered.

  • Looks like a good bag but can they at least like.. you know, show us the inside of the bag?

    • +1

      Check out this youtube review hope it helps.

    • +2

      This is the review that inspired me to purchase - 1yr of travel with it and covers both colours and sizes.

  • Is this to big to use as a day use back pack while traveling? I see most of the day use ones come in around 25L.

    • Yes. See my comment above.

      • Thanks mate, missed it on my first read through.

  • +2

    If anyone is interested the black i just purchased the black here below for $140 delivered to Brisbane.

    https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com.au/p/osprey-farpoint-40-trav…

  • Good price but personally not keen on the red version

    • +1

      its good because it stands out and doesnt look the same as everyone else's so it doesn't get mixed up.

      • +1

        Agreed though some argue it makes you a target for thieves and overzealous airline staff which may also be a possibility.

        • How would the colour of your bag do that?

          • @sirlothie: I guess red is more interesting than endless black and grey bags - your bag looks interesting, you might be singled out. Your bag is red, it's different, its eye-catching. That might make an airline staffer notice you, then they notice your bag looks close to the limit and they decide to check. Of course you might be within the limits or they might be checking everyone, but if they pick based on discretion they might be more likely to pick you. Whether this is the case or not who knows, but I imagine that's what people are getting at.

            • @Wilburre: just dont put it in with your white work shirts lol.

  • +1

    Be able to spot the Ozbargainers at the airport ;)

  • +1

    Got one thanks. Colour looks nice to me.

  • +3

    Got one. Thanks. Looking forward to seeing a fellow ozbargainer with the bag at Amex lounge. Hahaha

    • +1

      Red bags unite!

  • +1

    There's the exact variant with black colour on sale on eBay for $149 with code PLUTO100

  • +1

    Bought the S/M despite the colour.. For those concerned about colour just get raincover on it

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