"Form kicks function's ass" - Review of Osprey Packs Waypoint 80 Backpack - 4900-5100cu in

The Waypoint looks cool, it's sleek, it's beautifully designed BUT: It lacks volume and strength. Mine fell apart on the way to the destination. First, the interior strap down buckle broke. Next, the buckle that holds the suspension on broke--this is a serious failure which seriously compromised my neck and back! 3rd, the TSA guy ripped off the nylon band that connects to the zipper (he was kind enough to throw it in the bag). The first breakage is fixable, the other 2 are most definitely not. I recommend the Gregory Whitney instead. It doesn't have the same beauty of design (i.e. the suspension can't stow) but it's way tougher and holds way more.
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