Absolutely incredible bag for carry on only travel - the fact that it has toiletries on the outside, opens from the back and from the top, and has the kangaroo pouch for shoes makes it perfect. Easy to get out everything you need through security check, easy to downsize the bag for carry-on by taking out the shoes and the camera cube accessory (which I use for cables and easy-access to headphones/kindle/other small items for when you're on the plane). Not using the wardrobe system as 2 packing cubes stacked vertically fits more stuff in the same space. Literally can't optimize any further - it's the perfect bag for me.

Would have been nice if you could compare them to other similar ones. Discuss if its worth the price etc. thanks for the review

I have this bag and it’s been fantastic. I love using the wardrobe system for light travels (~3-5 days) and for longer travels I use it to stuff jackets, tech products, etc plus an additional pair of shoes while I pack my carry on with clothes. It also expands leaving enough room to bring back souvenirs as you travel

The most complete online review on the Tropicfeel Shell. Great job, Mark. 👍🏽

Great review thanks!!

Very nice and comprehensive review, thank you!

Thanks for the hint with the tech pouch!

For once, here is a little feedback. I bought this bag for a road trip in Canada (I'm Belgian). Everything was fine until the zipper on the bag broke after 2 weeks. So I'm in Canada with a defective bag. I had to urgently buy two bags to replace it (a cabin bag and a small bag for every day). With the added inconvenience of having to put this faulty bag in my luggage. I wrote a message to Tropicfeel explaining the situation and returning the bag from Canada and getting a refund. And, drum roll: they don't care. They really don't care. They send me pre-made messages telling me to follow the procedure online. Except that the procedure just allows me to send the bag back from Belgium and have another one delivered to Belgium. I don't know what to do or who to contact. They say they listen to travelers but that's not true. It's just a brand that manufactures bags and at no time does their business model correspond to the reality of a traveler's life. The products are good but if you have a problem with a defective product, it's just dead. Run away.

Heyy, do you think the material / clamshell zipper is strong enough to hold against heavy weights? In other words, should i be careful about packing heavy things - that'd be nice to know! Thank you, nice review! :)

Great video. I was waiting for a review of this backpack. I think is too big for a daily backpack ( I prefer my Bobby BIZZ) and for travel I will go with my cubes with compression system. Cost less and they are more versatile.

It's a removable organizer in a bag!!that's it!!and 4 practical and considerable reasons ,it's the most organize pack!!

Thank you for your review!

Is it better these type of backpacks with closet or just a normal backpack and packing cubes?

I just preordered this because C6 no longer makes my old bag (or one as big as it) and after 10 years, it's in rought shape. I'm not sure I'll have any use for the packing unit, but the size and shape of the pack itself seems perfect so I'm excited to get it. Have been looking for something like this for ages but everything I've tried has had some drawbacks and fold (not roll) flap tops are not that common. Fingers crossed this one will finally replace my old one... The detachable front pockets seem a bit awkward, the way they hang a bit loose from the bag, should've probably been velcro backed or molle attachment.

What size shoes did you put in the kangaroo pouch?

any numbers about the wardrobe size after the compression ? tropicfeel site declares data only in the standard position.

My bag it's getting really worn. Should really replace my Patagonia blackhole 35L

How much bulk does the wardrobe system add? Do you feel like the extra bulk is worth the added functionality and compression? Also, what do you think of the price/quality and price/functionality?

I'm really thinking about buying it. I just miss one feature: a possibility for a hydration system. Is it possible to put the bladder in the notebook pouch at the back and get the tube out somewhere practically without having the zipper of the main compartement to stay open?

what a fantastic review, not a second wasted, tons of useful content, thank you for making this!

They don't advertise the materials. Like what brand are the zippers? What kind of fabric.... is it quality or cheaper quality? This is important specifications, so I'm surprised you can't see any of those information on their website.

How is the front magnets in terms of theft? Are the pouches easy to get off?

What are good alternatives similar to this one?

thanks, I loved the video. It was really detailed. What I am looking for is a 365 day backpack with travelling capability. I am afraid, this is too gimmicky to be really useful. My point of view is: clam opening is too annoying for daily, base is too wide for daily. Other than that, wardrobe system is cool, but I believe there will be some packing cube that works just as well. Thanks anyway, that was some great content.

Can you please do a full review on the Topicfeel Hive backpack?!?!

The attachable magnet pocket could just be whipped off? How is it "secure"?

Great review!! How many packing cubes do you think this would take? Not entirely convinced by that wardrobe system

Please do a review on the Nest Tropicfeel backpack

So would this fit a 17inch gaming laptop?

Although advertised as both an urban bag and an outdoor bag suitable for hiking, I believe that it is not very well made for the latter. The size, shape, weight and design make it impractical for outdoor use, especially for intense outdoor activities, such as the aforementioned hiking. I experienced the same issue with their new jacket and shoes. They do provide excellent performance for urban wear, however I wouldn't recommend it for the great outdoors. Small details such as the lack for a built in rain cover make the difference.

Price is a deal breaker. the price is way too high versus market price for similar or better bags being 20% lower

i think lulu wanderlust + tropicfeel wardrobe is a better match

Is shell waterproof?

Damn I watched this all the way til the end before checking the price of the bag + 2 accessories. Yikes! Never mind. Great review though.

As you were saying, I don't think travel/bag enthusiasts will be interested in such an "opinionated" bag/system. And at a retail price of almost $500 USD (including just the wardrobe-$739 with the lot), it's hard to pinpoint exactly who would be interested in this bag. However I saw quite a few requests for this bag on your recent top 10 travel bags video, so there certainly is interest! Either way, kudos to Tropicfeel for making something different.

I want this bags I am live in Saudi Arabia

I want red Bordeaux 🙋🏻‍♀️✨✨✨✨🇨🇭✨

The bag looks like a

If you use this bag you need to learn to fold your clothes like Marie Kondo teaches.

160€ for a backpack that seems to be only good from airport to Airbnb seems a bit way too overpriced imo. You can get Osprey Farpoint 40 for like 120€ which has decent internal frame as well for longer walks and trips. Hard yo understand tbh why travel backpack sellers like tropicfeel do not put more effort in comfortability instead of looks/additional components that may not be the most thought of. Like the main compartment where you can store electronics. For example if you hit the main compartment with something then it will electronics as well. Not ranting here or anything as the style and thought process is good with this bag. Just my 2 cents.

why the masks on the video? lol -.-