Has anyone traveled with the new Portland Getaway backpack? I’m looking for pros and cons on functionality, comfort, general usability.
Posted by
West Coast
507 posts
I have posted previously about how much I like my PG Compact backpack. Looking at this it's got the same top/stay open opening that I find so convenient.
It looks like a bigger version of mine, with the addition of the nifty bottom option and spacious interior.
I can speak to the quality, I use mine often as my personal item and it looks like new. The only caveat is it's a little heavy.
I see this model is 3+ lbs. So if you have weight restrictions (I fly Lufthansa sometimes) that could be a consideration. I don't use mine as an everyday bag for this reason, only in transit.
Posted by
Duluth, MN🌲
12732 posts
I saw a couple of people with the Getaway Backpack on my recent trip and was talking to one woman about it. She loves hers and said she uses it and travels a lot.
However, the weight would be a deal breaker for me. I don't want to carry a backpack that starts out at 2 1/2 lbs. and then add stuff to it, but I do love the look of it. She had the bright yellow one, and it looked very cool.
Posted by
OP
2 posts
Good info… decided to give a try … will have to be mindful of weight… thanks!