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What single item improved the quality of your life over you got it? (Buyed it/got as present/made it) (self.asklemmy)

submitted 1 year ago by arthur to c/[email protected]

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[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Are they different from normal backpack, or is it the upgrade in quality that matters?

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm wondering if they are talking that brand that you get from like Walmart/target.

I'm no backpack connoisseur, but I'd be surprised to find out that those are life changing.. but maybe I'm just to big of an Osprey fan

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

No connoisseur here either, but I am in dire need of a new one for work, as my current one is falling apart. I'm keeping my eyes open, in case I find one that matches these specs:

Durable as hell
1x compartment that can fit two 15" laptops. Chargers can go in a different compartment.
1x general purpose compartment for misc cables, SFP modules, connectors and other work related junk
1x compartment for a change of clothes
2x easy access pockets for things I might need to reach while on the go
2x zippable easy access compartment for things such as keys, battery bank, etc
must be small enough to count as carry-on with most airlines

I'm leaning towards getting one of those pilot backpack, as they're built for people who are on the go.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (2 children)

The reason I'm an Osprey fan is because of the lifetime warranty for any reason, which impressively I've never had to use. And I abuse my gear outdoors.

But I'd imagine if you are doing tech carrying over everything else, you want something more specialized/padded. I try to find lighter gear.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

When I have loads or large hardware I usually check in a pelicase or two. The backpack is mostly for short-term in-transit stuff plus bits and pieces I usually need for short stays.

Osprey looks nice - I'll see if they have something that suits my needs

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Does the company that bought Osprey still honor the warranty?