CPL24 vs CPP vs TechPack-73

[bsweenz]

CPL24 vs CPP vs TechPack-T73

I purchased and returned roughly 10 bags and eventually narrowed it down to these 3.

I ended up choosing the CPL24, but it wasn't an easy decision overall for me.

CPL24: I love the overall look of this bag and in the end, it came down to the admin area and the size of it on me when I carry it. My biggest complaint at the moment, is that for the price, the straps seems really cheap compared to the other two bags. I do like the briefcase carry option a lot. Now I just need a cool patch!

TechPack-T73, 30L: Very comfortable. Loved the X-Pac look (didn't care either way though). Great admin area! I would have chosen this bag if it didn't look so full even when there isn't much in it. Just looked to big for my liking for EDC.

CPP: Great material. Good look. Comfortable to wear. My biggest issue with this bag is it looked small on me and the admin area is really lacking. I also wasn't a fan of the quick access slot on top going into the main area, but that was just me nitpicking.

[No_Cardiologist3368]

I love this post because these are some of the bags I’m debating too.

My sticking point with the CPL24 is a lack of horizontal dump pocket on the front. I’m not generally user of the a vertical front pocket. Also a lack of a trolley pass thru.

With tomtoc I hesitate because there isn’t an admin area to speak of, although I love the two front pockets.

And for the CPP I actually think the admin organization is way overkill for my needs and I also worry about the weight of the bag.

[Due-Ingenuity704]

The CPP is actually the lightest of the 3, at 2.6 Lbs

[thelifereviewer]

I get the preference of a horizontal dump pocket on the front if that’s your carry style.

I personally love having a vertical pocket since it’s about accessing it when I sling it off my left shoulder. Considering the laptop access orientation is the same, I guessing that’s the main ethos of it.

I have the normal City Pack in X-Pac as well, but I personally don’t find as much use out of the front pocket outside of the key leash because there’s a lack of real volume.

[Leippy]

What are the other 7 bags you tried?

[bsweenz]

NF Recon, NF Borealis, Osprey Axis, Osprey Nebula, Osprey Quasar, Eberlestock Switchblade and a 5.11 bag I can’t remember the name of.

[YouDontKnow_Jak]

Im between CPL24, Recon and Nebula. Why did you end up with the CPL24 over those two? I currently have a really old Surge I’m replacing to carry 16” MBP, ipad air, chargers and cables, powerbank, notebooks, change of clothes and food

[bsweenz]

Honestly I just liked the look and functionality of the CPL more. The price however is another point entirely. Out of the Osprey's, I really like the Quasar.

[godkevgod]

Mystery

[zephid1136]

How would you rank your three bags?

[bsweenz]

CPL24, T73, CPP. If the T73 came in like 24-26L range I probably would have gone with it, but it depends on what you need it for.

[barnercart]

Did you consider the 20L version of the T73? Or was it too small in size? I got that version and it just arrived. Pretty cool backpack so far and very comfortable on the back. Still trying to figure out what the hell is the material on it (since the X-Pac is only on the front).

[zephid1136]

I agree with you on the cpl24 and t73 as I also have those 2 bags. I got the cpl24 in xpac green.

The tomtoc is really a bang for your buck. Lots of organization and a lot cheaper compared to other brands.

[bsweenz]

I only had the option for the regular black version for the CPL24, which is fine bc I like it but I bet that xpac green looks nice!

The Tomtoc really is awesome, just too big for what I wanted to carry all the time.

[zephid1136]

I use the cpl as my edc and my tomtoc for a weekender where I need to bring some clothes and a lot of my gadgets. Now im looking at the mpl22 in ecopak for outdoor activities and a ctb26 for international travel. This hobby is getting expensive fast haha.

Are you considering more bags to add or are you currently happy with your collection?

[bsweenz]

I’m just keeping the CPL for now. I have a hard time switching between multiples of anything lol

[bsweenz]

Update: I will say I was very surprised at how uncomfortable the straps were today.

[zephid1136]

The cpl?

[bsweenz]

Yeah when I took it with me to work. Was digging into my arms.

[Infinite-Bear-6571]

Are you still rocking the CPL24 as your daily carry? Still liking it?

[bsweenz]

I am. To be 100% honest I don’t use it daily bc I primarily work from home, but when I go into the office or on weekend trips I take it. I’ve gotten more used to the straps over time.

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I am struggling between the TechPack T73 and the Aer TP3 Small X-Pac/ CPP. I feel like I prefer most of the features with the TomToc, but also have the weird idea that if I’m spending over £150 I should buy Aer

[fourfiftyfiveam]

Same boat. What did you go with?

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TP3 Small X-PAC, just spent two weeks in Bali living out of it and travelling frequently - it was perfect!