Alpinus Tarfala 35 l backpack - Orange

The backpack is very roomy, well-designed and comfortable – 35 litres offers lots of space for belongings, clothes and food. It sits very well on the back, and the green colour blends in nicely with the surroundings. It's light, yet durable – perfect for the mountains, weekend trips or everyday use.

I bought this backpack for my dad for his trip to the mountains, because the previous one was too small and uncomfortable. My dad is very satisfied – he points out that the stowable rain cover and well-placed pockets, along with the practical carrying system, work excellently.

Wearing this backpack is very comfortable and, thanks to the frame, your back doesn't get sweaty. Unfortunately, the way the interior is designed makes it difficult to conveniently put in and take out items. In my opinion, the actual capacity is about 20 litres. I kept it only because it's comfy to wear, as the inside is very tight.

The backpack is decent and during promotions costs very little. Compared to the Hi Tech Aruba 35l, this model is more attractively priced and bigger. Only the front compartment seems unnecessary – during rain water got inside, but that's down to individual preference.

Overall, it is fine, although a downside is the shaped frame, which reduces the space in the main compartment. Despite that, I bought it on sale and the price was adequate.

Quite a nice backpack, the frame does its job, just like in a Deuter, but at a much lower price. The material could be thicker, but at this price you can't expect wonders. For quick trips, the backpack works very well.

I tested the backpack during one-day mountain hikes. It is very comfortable – it doesn’t dig in or cause chafing. The stitching is solid. Even when fully packed, nothing got damaged. The large side pockets, two compartments, and small pockets on the hip belt and inside help organise your luggage. The mesh panel greatly improves air circulation, making travelling more pleasant. Although the manufacturer didn’t include an H2O system, I managed to fit a hydration bladder without any problems; I routed the tube and mouthpiece my own way and it works very well – the water doesn’t warm up from your body. You do have to keep in mind that the frame affects how you pack things and slightly reduces capacity. Nevertheless, the backpack is well made, very comfortable, and sits perfectly on your back.

In theory everything is fine, but this frame makes the backpack rather annoyingly stiff. Despite being declared at 35 litres, it seems less spacious, probably because of the frame.

I highly recommend this backpack for both short and longer trips. The biggest advantage is the frame construction, which provides good back ventilation even during long walks. The hip belt is also handy – it has small pockets, perfect for bits and pieces like keys. The strap adjustment is very comfortable, so you can easily adapt it to the user's height.

A very pleasant medium-sized backpack for trips. It has the right capacity and is not too big. The workmanship is faultless. It's worth trying.

The Alpinus Tarfala 35L backpack in blue is an excellent choice not only for mountain hiking trails, but also for shorter one or two-day trips out of town. The backpack is comfortable, well-made, and thoughtfully designed inside. I wholeheartedly recommend it.

This backpack has a poor design – because of the frame, the capacity is limited, and if you fill the main compartment, the additional pockets become almost useless. The solution for trekking poles didn't work for me at all; it's uncomfortable and impractical. I wouldn't buy it again.

I placed my order at 22:54 and the backpack was ready for collection the next afternoon – that was a big surprise for me. The backpack itself is very functional, spacious and has an interesting compression system for when it isn't fully packed.

I've been using the backpack since July and it's perfect for both short and long trips. The zipper broke on my first one, but it was replaced quickly. The backpack has a comfortable carrying system and functional pockets. A downside is the lack of option to attach a sleeping mat or sleeping bag on top and a poorly fitting chest strap for shorter women with a larger bust. Overall, though, it’s a durable, attractive and dirt-resistant backpack that will serve me well for many more mountain expeditions.

Overall, it's a solid and decent backpack, although it does have a few minor flaws (they're not very serious, but still flaws). + two separate compartments + frame + lots of internal pockets + front "kangaroo" pocket + attractive appearance - a minus for the unusual trekking pole attachment system - due to the specific frame, you might not be able to fit larger, rigid items - the rain cover slips off easily - the second compartment could be bigger Rating: 5/5 considering the price to quality ratio