Oono Backpack V2 36L with Detachable Waist Bag

I was very excited to get my new Oono V3.5 and when the bag arrived I was not let down. The marketing and reviews were spot on. This bag is everything I hoped for and more. A place for everything, and I mean everything! Very well balanced, top quality materials and zippers. Shoulder pads feel very comfortable and most of all, it just makes perfect sense. It’s been a few weeks now and the adjustment didn’t take long. I went from a single sling cross body tactical bag to the Oono and I could never go back. Already did an overnighter out of town and was able to put everything I need in the Oono plus toiletries and a pair of shoes. Heading out of town later this week and looking forward to packing for the plane ride up and back. If you carry your life around in your backpack then the Oono is the ONLY choice. The tech organizer bags are well made and easy to use. I also purchased the shave kit travel bag for an upgrade to make everything TSA carry on approved with some travel bottles from Amazon. Nothing but good things to say here!

On our trip to Florida I surprised my husband with an early present, your Backpack 3.5. Wow was he pleased! I've never seen him so organized! He loved all the pockets and organization within those pockets. Also raved about how comfortable it was on his back as we ran through the airport. Just a great travel companion with our luggage.

I needed a bag that would help organize my travel for high-level gigs and this one is perfect. Just got back from Seattle with it and can’t wait to take it out with me on my next stop. I was really able to bring all that I needed because of it :)

I have been traveling for work for the better part of the last 15 years. When I say travel, I’m talking at least 70% of the time I’m on the road. I’ve gone through multiple bags and this Oono 3.5 is probably my favorite. Is it perfect? No, it’s missing a few key features (for me).

First, the numerous pockets, pouches, and places to tuck things are fantastic and fairly well thought out. The one pocket I don’t like is the larger front pocket (the one in my pictures with the books). The area at the bottom of the pocket, below the netting, is kind of wasted space and the items I store there impact the section right behind it. If that pocket stopped just below that netting, I think it would be an improvement.

The remaking sections are well thought out with plenty of storage. I would like to see the neoprene sleeve added to both sides of the back section/laptop area. I carry a laptop and two iPads when I’m on the road. The neoprene would help slide those items in and out. I find that the case on one of my iPads (a rubber of some type) seems to stick to the orange material. Not a huge deal, but a simple change would be a great improvement.

The other item I find wanting is a molle panel. Just a small one, on the front of the water resistant pocket, or vertical on one or both sides of the bag, would be great. I carry items on the outside of my bag (boots/shoes and a hard hat) and having some molle would be a nice place to hang those items. Plus, I can add more pouches as needed (a first aid kit for example).

These are small things that would be an improvement, but don’t let them distract you from the fact that this is a great pack. If you need a good travel bag, get this! Heck, I may even get one for my high school aged son, especially if Oono comes out with a version with the molle.

My only concern is how this pack will stand up to my travel. I’ve only had the back for about 2 months.