Wheeled backpack? Osprey ozone 50l or others
Apr 13, 2017, 2:22 pm
#1
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Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 25
Wheeled backpack? Osprey ozone 50l or others
Hi,
I looked for reviews of the osprey ozone 50L convertible wheeled backpack. I found lots of people talking about the ozone 46L, but it's not convertible like the 50L. Can anyone provide their experiences with the 50L, or suggest another solid wheeled backpack option?
I looked for reviews of the osprey ozone 50L convertible wheeled backpack. I found lots of people talking about the ozone 46L, but it's not convertible like the 50L. Can anyone provide their experiences with the 50L, or suggest another solid wheeled backpack option?
Apr 13, 2017, 9:15 pm
#2
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: YVR
Programs: Aeroplan, AAdvantage
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Check http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/27553807-post7.html my post there.
Apr 17, 2017, 6:36 pm
#3
Join Date: Aug 2016
Posts: 5
The Osprey Sojourn has a great backpack suspension system. They make a 22" 45L carry-on too. It has hooks to attach a day pack as well if desired. It's fine for a US carry-on, but I haven't tried it overseas. Its height is right in-between my US and global spinners. It's light but not ultra-light like the Ozone. But I don't if there is a suspension system in it's class for a wheeled backpack.
Apr 19, 2017, 8:28 am
#4
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Cleveland, OH
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Not a fan of rolling backpacks, I had one for a while. When in backpack mode, it was too heavy (due to the frame/rolling equipment). As a roller, it was also sub-par. Numerous regional jets also have a "wheels = gate check" policy.
Frankly if I need to carry super heavy stuff, I would go with a packable luggage cart that I can pack INTO the backpack at the gate prior to boarding.
Frankly if I need to carry super heavy stuff, I would go with a packable luggage cart that I can pack INTO the backpack at the gate prior to boarding.
Apr 23, 2017, 5:02 pm
#6
Join Date: Aug 2016
Posts: 5
Ec Lync has similar capacity and is very light. The suspension system is not on the same level as the Osprey's though. But it's better than a lot of convertible roller bags out there. As a backpack alone there is no frame or back support. So for backpack use with or without the frame is middle of the road. If you only need the backpack function on occasion or for short distances, it's a nice option because it's so light weight and carry-on friendly.
Apr 25, 2017, 4:30 am
#7
Join Date: Apr 2017
Programs: Qatar, Turkish, Aeroflot
Posts: 546
My husband got one from IKEA and it's fantastic as it has a detachable (and rather thin) backpack on the front with plenty of storage. He's managed to travel on Aeroflot, Air China, Jeju Air, Norwegian, Caribbean and LIAT (albeit with 1 jobsworth check in agent causing a fuss) successfully.