Shoppers ‘Never Get on the Plane Without’ This Colorful Topo Designs Backpack That’s Now on Sale for Just $49
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There’s plenty of high-performance, ultralight outdoor gear that excels on the trail but can look out of place as a work or travel bag. Colorado-based Topo Designs fills the gap for those who want well-made outdoor gear that’s not overly technical—but also really eye-catching.
One of the brand’s signature daypacks, the Rover Pack, is currently half off. Originally $99, several colors of the Rover Pack are available on final sale for just $49, including Sage, Navy/Red, and Blue/Khaki. For those who like the design features of the Rover Pack but not Topo’s typically bold colors, an all-black version is also available.
Topo Designs Rover Pack Classic, $49 (was $99) at Topo Designs 
Topo’s bags may be simple, but they don’t skimp on quality materials. The base of the bag is made from 1000 denier recycled nylon (denier refers to the fiber thickness, with 1000D being an incredibly tough and tear-resistant fabric). That means it can withstand being dropped on the trail or shoved under an airplane seat. The brand also uses extra-thick YKK zippers, and the paracord zipper pulls make the compartments easy to open.
The flap-top features a zippered compartment with a key clip for any quick-access items, and a shallow pocket on the front of the bag stashes slim items like notebooks. There are also two side water bottle pockets, and the sides of the bag have compression straps to tighten the bag when it’s lightly packed. The main compartment opens with two buckles and a pull cord, and the interior features a laptop pouch for most 15-inch laptops.
The slim 20-liter bag is compact, making it best suited for everyday use and day hikes. The key clip and laptop compartment make it a great option for commuters in casual workplaces, and the compact design makes it a good personal item on an airplane.
Shoppers were impressed with the bag for travel, with one writing, “My wife and I each have one and never get on the plane without it.” Another noted that “it fits perfectly under the seat on an airplane and can hold quite a bit of stuff.”
The heavyweight construction of the bag was a selling point as well. One shopper wrote, “The material is very durable and you can feel the quality when you wear it,” and another appreciated that “every zipper, pocket, strap just feels like bomb-proof high quality.”
Topo’s bags also come with a repair guarantee, so you can buy with confidence. This kind of quality construction typically doesn’t come cheap, so you’ll want to act fast to score this top-rated hiking pack for just $49.
