Based on 3 r/BuyItForLife mentions

Flare 27

$95.00

Osprey

The Flare backpack from Osprey is a medium-sized bag perfect for daily use around campus. It features a spacious main compartment with a dedicated laptop sleeve that fits most 17-inch laptops, as well as internal organization to keep your gear tidy. Additional features include dual upper compression straps, a front panel stretch mesh pocket, and dual water bottle pockets. The Flare also has a small zip pocket with scratch-resistant lining and a zip organization pocket with key clip and drop-in mesh pockets. It's available in black and is designed to be a reliable companion for your daily activities.

Reddit mentions

  • “I have the older flare, love it. It's the perfect lightweight bag, Right now some of the mesh has torn, the bottom back fabric is worn off and the lining is flaking. but it's been…”
  • “600D fabric is tough enough for every day use including being dragged around on the bus or on the floor. Osprey’s warranty is also quite great as well.”
  • “I wanted to hold a Viking funeral for my backpack after 30 years of service. The Osprey Flare has been a good replacement.”
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Product details
Capacity
27 L
Laptop Compatible
Yes (fits most 16-inch laptops)
Depth
48 CM
Height
18.9 in
Width
33 cm
Weight
1.704 LBS
Closure Type
Zip
Laptop Compartment
Yes
Laptop Sleeve
Yes
Interior Highlights
Zip organization pocket with key clip, drop-in mesh pockets and zip pocket, Document sleeves
Water Resistance
PFC/PFAS-free DWR
Abrasion Resistance
Scratch resistant lining
Hard Shell
No
Suitable Activities
Bike ride through town
Top Use Cases
School, Campus
Typical Users
Campus dwellers
Occasion
Everyday
Storage Organization
Key clip
Bag Type
Backpack
Style
Osprey archetype, Campus-oriented
Age Group
Adult
Gender
Unisex
Design Highlights
Front panel dual web loops for easy attachments, Blinky light attachment loop, Dual upper compression straps
Theme
Campus life
Material
Recycled polyester
Shell Material
Bluesign APPROVED 600D recycled polyester, PFC/PFAS-free DWR
Material Type
Mesh-covered 3D-foam, 600D recycled polyester, Fabric (main body)
Lining Material
Bluesign APPROVED 600D recycled polyester, PFC/PFAS-free DWR
Accent Material
Recycled Polyester
Adjustable Shoulder Straps
Yes
Padded Shoulder Straps
Yes
Sternum Strap
No
Waist Strap
No
Shoulder Straps Highlights
Very breathable straps, Adjustments are made through simple plastic sliders, Loops (one on each side for additional accessories)
Sling Functionality
No
Rolling Functionality
No
Exterior Highlights
Blinky light attachment loop, Dual upper compression straps, Front panel dual web loops for easy attachments
Number of Compartments
5
Included Accessories
Osprey Flare Laptop Backpack
Pocket Style
Water bottle pockets, Drop-in mesh pockets, Stretch mesh shove-it pocket, Zip pocket
Number of Pockets
Multiple
Pockets Highlights
Small zip pocket with scratch resistant lining, Dual water bottle pockets
Recycled Material
Yes, Recycled polyester
Sustainability Highlights
Recycled materials, PFC/PFAS-free DWR
Sustainable Certifications
Bluesign APPROVED main body fabrics, Bluesign APPROVED 600D recycled polyester
Usage Highlights
Easy attachments (via front panel dual web loops)
Features Highlights
With Laptop Sleeve
Set
No
Supported Accessories
Blinky light attachment loop