Commuting with a backpack, especially in the summer, started to suck so much, he says
We took the standard 65-liter Aether on a spring backpacking trip into Washingtons Hoh Rainforest and came away pleased with its performance, including a strong suspension system, excellent carrying capacity, and a highly durable build
This versatility is what makes the Little America backpack one of our favorites
And while its ideally placed for a right-handed cyclist to operate with their thumb, its not as large as the on/off button on the Flextail Pro and not as tactile to operate, as its covered by a silicone sleeve that fits loosely along the RockBros pump edge
The side pockets are also prohibitively small and narrow (its almost impossible to fit a water bottle or cell phone inside), and the exterior is relatively barebones with just a couple of lash points and a single grab handle at the upper back