Osprey Farpoint 40 review

The Farpoint 40 brings backpacking design to a carry-on travel pack for $200 on Osprey's US store. Osprey describes a breathable, adjustable fit with a load-lifting LightWire frame, and the torso length adjusts so the hip belt sits where it should, which few bags at this price offer. The backpanel, harness and hip belt zip away behind a cover when you need to check the bag or slide it into a bin. A large front panel opens the main compartment, its zipper sliders lock, two internal compression straps hold clothes down, and WingJacket compression with fabric sidewalls cinches the outside. Practical extras include a direct-zip toiletry pocket you can reach at security and a direct-zip sleeve for most laptops up to 16 inches. Osprey says it meets domestic carry-on size requirements, so international travelers on strict carriers should measure it first. Organization is simpler than on the pricier packs, and it is sold as a men's fit, with the Fairview as the women's version.

Who it is for

Budget-minded backpackers who want a hiking-style fit and a hip belt at the lowest price on this list.

Price

$200.

Carry-On | Travel Pack View The Series Current Price $200.00
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 9, 2026.

Key features

• Adjustable torso length and a load-lifting LightWire frame
• Zip-away backpanel, harness and hip belt
• Large front panel access with lockable sliders on the main zipper
• Direct-zip sleeve for most laptops up to 16 in.
• External direct-zip toiletry pocket and WingJacket compression

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Lowest price here at $200 with a hip belt included
• Strength: Adjustable torso length, rare at this price
• Strength: Harness zips away for checking or overhead bins
• Weakness: Osprey says it meets domestic carry-on sizes, so check international limits
• Weakness: Less internal organization than Tortuga or Pakt
• Weakness: Product page we checked did not list weight or exact dimensions in text

Key facts

• Volume: 40 L
• Carry-on: Meets domestic carry-on size requirements
• Laptop: Most laptops up to 16 in.
• Harness: Adjustable torso, zip-away
• Fit: Men's fit; Fairview is the women's version

Where it ranks

Osprey Farpoint 40 is No. 3 in our Best Travel Backpacks verdict.