BerghausUnisex 24/7 Backpack 30 Litre

Initial review (Nov 2015):Probably the best fitting rucksack I've ever had (and I've had others more expensive than this one). Replaces my similar sized previous day-to-day pack. Carrying the same items, feels lighter - more than likely due to the better fit.Not taken it anywhere to assess how the back channel helps with sweat, but so far the contour provides an excellent fit.Update (Feb 2018):Having a myriad of specific purpose bags, I also wanted a bag to cover most events. Indeed over the past 2 years the Berghaus 30L 24/7 has been a great choice for me.Summary:Great load capacity without looking bulky empty or full. Its a master for city, beach and outdoor walk days. Competent go to work bag. Surprisingly adaptable for photography. Proven robust from its great condition (still near new look).If you want to read the details:Used daily since I got it: work, planes (fits bottom compartment loaded), on holiday, to the beach, to hills, camping, photography.I’ve also used it to transport a 17” laptop beast in the past, though not in the laptop pouch. Just squeezes in the bag height-wise.For work mode, laptop on laptop slot, extra coat/food on back area, and extras/music gear on front section. The laptop slot at the bottom has a gap of 4cm or so to the floor to help prevent the laptop hitting surfaces every time you put the bag down. Works very well.Out for the day mode, often with camera gear. Where I think birding opportunities or long distance shots are expected, that includes a large tele-lens where the depth of the back compartment just fits the camera with lens+hood attached). Other lenses go next to it (in neoprene individual bags), and an outdoors coat for rain. All in the back section. The front pocket then used for food mainly. I’ve got other tog bags, depending what I’m doing so choosing this frequently says a lot.For general outdoors and city its similar, minus carrying a long lens :)In all, I’ve found it brilliant for an all day with the family as a great medium size, not bulky, very comfortable and adjustable.Also very importantly not shouting to all on the occasions when carrying expensive equipment in the bag! (Whether work or photography)Seriously considering buying another as a reserve.

Great backpack. I bought it in 2021 and it’s still going strong 4 years later. It’s durable with thick comfortable straps. Used as an everyday back pack to carry shopping so has been put through its paces in terms of the weight it can carry. Great value for money. I would definitely repurchase.

I bought this for hiking. It's got 2 pockets and smaller compartments for stuff like waterproof hat and gloves. Zips feel heavy duty and it has enough space to carry what I need, including a lightweight waterproof/windproof coat, snacks, mini first-aid kit, torch and water. It also has a space for 2 water bottle on the side. The straps are comfy and the back is padded and has a clip on the front which makes carrying it as comfy as can be expected. Happy with the purchase. I've not used in the rain yet, so I'm not sure how waterproof it will be.

This was a present for our son whose previous rucksack had been a smaller version of the 24-7 line. He had used it everyday since he got it a few years ago and had stood up well to the demands he had placed upon it. Unfortunately the zip had gone on that and he asked for a replacement, preferably the same one. Given the nature of his job (RSPB Warden) he needs a quality rucksack that will see all forms of weather and will be roughly manhandled on a daily basis. Thus we decided to order this larger model from the same line. We found the cheapest version through Amazon via the Millets Marketplace Store.Absolutely delighted on all accounts.We were a little concerned with the lateness of our ordering, that it may not arrive in time but we neednt have feared. Delivery was super quick (three days from ordering in the week before Christmas) and we just used the standard delivery service. The package that arrived was one of those strong blue plastic envelopes whilst the rucksack itself was in a clear bag within that. No issues at all. To be honest I was very impressed with the service I received.The 30 litre size was a 10 litre increase on the previous model he had used although looking at the rucksack externally it didnt look it (at least to my eyes). However, when it came to be loaded, the extra 10 litres quickly became apparent. The bag still looked a similar size to his old one when on the back but he had packed everything he usually carried and so much more into it besides. Very impressive really. He also said that it felt very comfortable and strong with good zips that opened easily and gave the impression of quality. I guess only time will tell on that.All in all, from what I could tell and from my sons comments, I would say that this is a quality, mid-price rucksack, ideal for my sons needs, ideal as a commuting to work bag, ideal for a day trip away or a day of light walking rather than heavy hiking. So why the four stars and not five. Simple really. Had the rucksack contained a built in waterproof cover then it would have been given the extra star but it hasnt and so thats that. Now I know you can buy relatively cheaply waterproof covers as a extra but it would still hhave been nice to have one built into this quality bag.We are all walkers in our family and both our sons work in the ecological field so we regularly need good quality equipment. We are not a family of blind allegience to one particular brand like so many are today, but rather we seek the best quality for the job its required for. In this case - to date - the Berghaus 24-7 Plus is that bag. If it appears that its not then you dear reader will know as soon as I do.

Excellent backpack. Strong, waterproof, light.