Osprey has launched a NEW version of the popular Farpoint and Fairview travel packs: the Farpoint Trek and Fairview Trek.
After having faithfully used the Farpoint 55 for 3 years of nomadic travel, I tested this pack out on a trip to Patagonia a few months ago, and I think it’s brilliant. Watch these videos to see why.
Osprey Fairview Trek 50 Review
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Fairview Trek 50 Features
Fairview is the women’s specific fit, while Farpoint is the men’s. Both have these features:
- Deep water bottle holders (x2) – Can fit full size Nalgene and bigger, comfortably without risk of sliding out.
- Two top zipper pockets – Easy access for small items.
- Airporter cover included – This doubles as a rain cover and travel case, the entire pack fits inside and can be zipped up for protection while in transit.
- Integrates with Osprey Daylite Travel – While the Fairview Trek and Farpoint Trek no longer come with a detachable daypack, they are made to integrate with the Daylite Travel, both by clipping onto the front side straps or attached to the main compartment panel on the back for an easy carry.
- Mesh back panel and comfortable suspension – Adjustable torso straps and mesh back panel for air ventilation make this a super comfortable carry, even when packed heavy.
- Measures 24″ when packed full – A bit “too big” for carry on restrictions, however I believe you can get away with it if you just don’t pack the top too full.
- Spacious main compartment – 50 liters compared to the traditional Farpoint 55’s main compartment which was 40 liters.
Both packs are now available on Amazon and REI.
Fairview Trek 50 v Farpoint 55 Comparison
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Differences Between Fairview Trek 50 and Farpoint 55 – Side by Side
Fairview Trek 50
- Two top zipper pockets
- Water bottle pockets
- Mesh back ventilation panel
- Hip belt pockets
- No detachable daypack – integrates with Daylite Travel
- Main compartment 50 liters
Farpoint 55
- No top pocket area
- No water bottle pockets
- No ventilation panel
- No hip belt pockets
- Detachable daypack
- Main compartment 40 liters
Integration with Osprey Daylite Travel Daypack
The Fairview Trek and Farpoint Trek versions no longer come with their own detachable daypack like the traditional Farpoint 55. They were, however, designed to integrate with the new Daylite Travel Daypack.
You can even get both packs in matching colors!
Click here to watch a review of the Osprey Daylite Travel Daypack and see why it’s my new favorite daypack.
