Eagle Creek Switchback 25" Wheeled Backpack - Internal Frame

I have not been able to put this to immediate use - need to save some capital for that next hiking tour. I am hoping the distinctive color will make it easy to spot in baggage claim. The day pack does not detach as easily as I had hoped - perhaps I will be better at doing that with practice. I was also disappointed that my hiking poles sections still had to be pulled apart to fit in the largest compartment. Seems quite sturdy.

makes an old wanderer feel like he's still young if its not too heavily packed. Newer models larger and lighter.

Flexibility of using wheels or backpack (e.g. stairs in lodging with no elevator, rough ground, etc.) is handy. Overall more solid than it first seemed, but like others the lower stand on mine broke loose (mainly from baggage handlers naturally using as a handle). Good thing there was a warranty [...], Eagle Creek made a repair. (Newer versions might have this fixed from the factory.) Wheel/handle frame inside is minor annoyance when packing. Zippers more solid than some other bags I've had. ... Too large for carry-on, but more space is helpful for longer trips. Sometimes would be handy to have inner compartments. Attached daypack is also better / larger than some I've had. Could recommend to someone who was OK dealing with that one issue as it didn't greatly affect usage, but is an annoyance.