When adventuring overseas or domestically a quality travel pack is essential to bring along with you. At Paddy Pallin we stock quality travel backpacks from the top outdoor and travel brands.

FAQs

What size travel pack do I need?

The size of your travel pack will depend how much gear you will be taking travelling. Travel packs range in size from small carry-on sized travel backpacks at 30L to hiking orientated travel packs at 75L. Depending on how well you can pack, you can easily fit one week of clothing into a 40L pack, which allows you the freedom to travel more lightly without being over encumbered and you will also be able to use it as carry-on sized luggage when flying. If you are travelling for a longer period of time or during winter and need warmer clothing, a higher capacity travel backpack may be required. Also, if you plan on hiking while travelling and will be bringing hiking gear, a higher capacity travel pack like the Osprey Fairview Trek hiking travel pack may be a better choice.

What brands of travel packs does Paddy Pallin stock?

At Paddy Pallin we stock high quality travel packs from the top travel brands like Osprey, Patagonia and Cotopaxi. These travel brands produce exceptional travel packs which make them the perfect travel companion on all your overseas adventures. We stock a range of Osprey travel packs such the Osprey Farpoint/Fairview, Porter and Fairpoint Trek to ensure that you find the perfect pack for travelling. Our Osprey travel packs also come in women's sizes to ensure that the pack fits perfectly and is comfortable to wear. The Osprey travel pack range varies in capacity from carry-on compliant volumes of 30L to 75L travel packs designed for longer trips. Osprey’s Farpoint Trek and Fairview Trek are the perfect travel pack if you plan on hiking while travelling. Perfect for hiking, this hybrid travel pack allows you to have all the useful features in a travel pack but with the support and capacity of a traditional hiking pack. At Paddy Pallin we also stock travel packs from the travel brand Cotopaxi who produce high quality carry-on compliant travel packs perfect for overseas travel. The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L travel pack is feature rich with a comfortable harness system, suitcase style opening and excellent organisation making them the ideal travel pack for overseas and domestic travel. Patagonia’s comfortable and durable travel packs are also available at Paddy Pallin. The Patagonia Black Hole MLC 45L is a versatile pack for world travel as you can use a backpack, a shoulder bag or a duffel and provides excellent organisation while on the road.

Does Paddy Pallin stock carry-on compliant travel packs?

Yes! At Paddy Pallin we stock several carry-on sized travel packs which will comply with most airline restrictions. While you should check the carry-on restrictions for your specific airline as each airline can vary, most Australian airlines including Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin have a carry-on bag size limit of 56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm. We have several travel packs which comply with these carry-on guidelines from Osprey and Cotopaxi. The Osprey Farpoint and Osprey Fairview are excellent carry-on sized travel perfect for one bag travel. These travel packs are some of the largest carry-on sized travel packs available, allowing you to have plenty of room for all your travel gear. The Cotopaxi 35L travel pack is also a great travel pack for carry-on only travel and provides plenty of space for overseas travel.

Do you sell waterproof travel packs?

No, currently we do not stock waterproof travel packs at Paddy Pallin but we do stock plenty of accessories to keep your valuables dry while travelling. A pack liner like the Osprey Ultralight Pack Liner is an excellent bit of gear to have inside your travel pack to keep all your travel gear dry. Dry sacks are also great to accompany you on your travels as you can put specific items like electronics inside them to ensure that they are protected from the wet. Rain covers can also keep your travel pack and contents dry if you are ever caught out in a storm when travelling. 

Can I use a hiking pack for travelling?

Yes! A hiking pack can definitely be used for travelling if it can fit all of your travel gear. Although a travel pack is usually preferable as they have useful features which are appreciated when travelling. One of these features often found in travel packs is a suitcase style, clam shell opening which makes packing and unpacking your travel pack a breeze. Travel packs are also often sized to comply with airline restrictions which are not found in traditional hiking packs. Some travel packs also feature stowable straps and provide multiple carry options like duffel style carrying. If you plan on hiking while travelling and need a pack for some hikes, the Osprey Farpoint Trek and Osprey Fairview Trek are excellent hybrid travel packs which have the much needed features of both a hiking and travel pack.

Should I use a travel backpack or wheeled luggage for travelling?

A travel backpack or wheeled luggage are both great options for travel but each performs better under certain circumstances, so it is important to know what your use case will be when travelling. Travel backpacks are ideal because they give you greater mobility allowing you to easily navigate uneven terrain and the freedom to jump on and off transport with ease which is common when travelling. If you plan on doing a traditional backpacking trip, a travel backpack is highly recommended for this. If you plan on bringing a lot of gear while travelling, wheeled luggage would be more suitable. Also, if you have any issues carrying weight on your back, wheeled luggage would be a more comfortable experience. Check out all our whole range of wheeled luggage available at Paddy Pallin here.