Could this work as a day pack that rolls up or otherwise stuffs into a pack while on an extended backpacking trip?
256161
Yes. Wasn't sure but just checked. Material is sturdy but would be easy to roll up or tuck away (water bladder empty of course).
256162
you could roll it up. Only issue I see is that it has a bit of back support built into it. Not much, but enough to keep it from "stuffing" nicely. It does have rings and straps on it that are built to attach it externally to other osprey packs to increase overall storage capacity. So even if its not built for the pack you have, external storage would probably still be an option.
256163
Not readily no, but it is possible. It is however made to attach to the outside of full sized Osprey packs, so perhaps your pack will work as well.
1478100
if it is overstuffed, it may be too long. I have had friends use theirs as carry on, but I did not attempt to. It is a smaller (higher than a chair back) pack and very lightweight though.
1860630
If you wanted too im sure you could but its not really set up to be a back pack as it doesnt have straps or anywhere to organize books and supplies. Its a suitcase
503816
If I am not mistaken, this backpack is also designed to accommodate a water pack that is specific to the daypack that you can purchase separately. It has a pocket in the back that it will slide into. I do not have it but have seen it on other packs. you may want to check into it.
877627
It would provide sufficient padding, I think, but it is a bit cumbersome. If you are traveling in a vehicle where you have plenty of space, it probably would not be a problem. But if you are backpacking into your campsite, it would be too big to roll up and pack with you.
813599
Honestly, I don't think a thicker mat would roll up tight enough. I love the bag for my yoga mat for after work with a change of clothes and everything fits. If you had a thicker mat, you may not be able to fit too many things in the bigger pocket. Otherwise, I've been using it everyday, and it's a great travel bag too. Hope this helps!
114243
No, I believe it's too small for that and the top seam of the bag has a stiff wire frame in it to help hold it open while packing it, so folding it up isn't much of an option either. A small drawstring backpack would better suit your need. :)
898641
It would work for that. It has enough room but I would also consider other (possibly cheaper) options if you just need to pack clothes.
749143
I just tried it on as a back pack and it seems like it would work just fine. the waist strap buckled just fine and the shoulder straps felt good as well.
1176255
Probably not a good idea as the pack is not quite that sturdy. I use mine for light day trips and hiking. I sometimes take my iPad and that's about the max size I would take. Hope this helps.
150726
Depends on you. If you don't want to carry around a full pack, or something that looks huge and floppy for just some day hiking, then yes. Otherwise... no?
824784
It was not that heavy and rolls up into a small pouch. It is not waterproof. I think you can get away with it for backpacking, but the rain???
971942
If you are fairly flexible, you MIGHT be able to; however, the backpack is fairly deep, so unless you have the material in a tall binder or perhaps a paper bag with handles, it will probably be pretty difficult. Good luck - I know this can be very frustrating.
1305863
No, not as your only travel bag. I use mine for hiking, 1-2 days of supplies. But your trip will be much longer so so I think this backpack would be too small for your needs.
921440
Probably. It is very adjustable. But, the materials of the pack are not as tough as some other packs (honestly)
1734473
Hi Ryan! The answer is "yes". It depends on how you pack it. If you don't mind rolling up the jeans you could fit all three across the bottom, shirts on top of the jeans and other gear on top. That's not even opening the extension bellows! A good rule of thumb is "if you can fit it into a large shoe box 12 or 13's, it will fit in the excursion." I have in mine a set of rain gear, first aid kit, sneakers, bike tools, and I-pad and still have a lot of room.
1969031
If folded properly, I think it would fit in a normal to large size backpack. It would be close.