Have you ever tried on a backpack for the first time and fallen in love, only to get the ick over a particular feature, leading you to leave it at the store instead of taking it on your next trip? From flat pockets that don’t serve a purpose to zipper pulls that jingle more than Santa’s sleigh, Tom and Lauren take a look at what features you hate most about modern travel backpacks.

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July 9, 2024

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