Portland Gear Reviews

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Cinda H.Verified

I just got the compact backpack today and love it! I put all my usual day travel items in and they fit fine with room for plenty more! I am planning to take it on an overseas trip and like all the travel friendly and safety features including the back hidden zipper area and handle snap that keep items theft resistant. Back straps fit great and I appreciate the chest strap addition 😊

Cascade Backpack - Compact

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Mary S.Verified

This backpack is perfect for my wheelchair. I can easily access the top and it fits all my needs with room to spare. The side zipper pocket allows me to put small items safely away, but still have quick access. I use the side pockets lots for water bottles. The waterproof feature is extremely valuable to me. I have had this backpack for more than a year and the only thing that broke was a zipper! I have often needed to replace backpacks for my wheelchair and finding ones that fit and last are d...

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Robin B.Verified

Great size for work and casual travel. Would love a flat back zipper pocket. I think a bit more width on the back strap would be helpful for putting it over a wheeled piece of luggage. It was tight when the bag is full. Same would go for the bottle holder on the sides. Otherwise great and I may order the smaller version for an everyday bag!!! More colors please and maybe a slim crossbody to match!☺️

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Maureen R.Verified

I already own this backpack in black, when I saw the limited edition Red color, I had to add it to my collection! The attention to detail is amazing, I love the subtle rose pattern inside the bag. I travel weekly and she fits perfectly under the seat!

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Jenny M.Verified

I was looking for a bag for traveling that was like a backpack but without a million pockets to try to remember where everything was. I searched Google, bought something off Amazon and even almost bought a diaper bag lol. But ended up back home in Portland. I stopped by Washington Square and stumbled across Portland Gear store. I was so excited. Of course this bag came up in my Google search but I wasn’t quite sure on it UNTIL I put my hands on it. It checked all my boxes! I ended up buying two...

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Soona W.Verified

Love the size which mine is compact and and I love the pockets and stand up on its own and especially like the inside pocket which I can store important documents or money, which I feel safe and thank you so much Portland Company for making this beautiful bag

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Libby B.Verified

BEST.PURCHASE. EVER This bag is extremely versatile! This backpack is a lifesaver while traveling. It’s comfortable to carry and has so many different options for compartments. This is our everyday “go to” family bag that fits all the things needed for an epic adventure. The waterproof feature is a lifesaver, we have carried this bag through many rainy days and all of our gear inside stayed dry. Honestly, I wish they would have had this available when my kids were babies this would also mak...

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Heather C.Verified

Love, love this bag! Perfect for nursing and all my other necessities I use daily. Super durable and not heavy. The opening is amazing; easy to see and grab items!

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Diane S.Verified

My family of 6 are in Japan right now. We are from Beaverton. 5 of us have Portland Gear backpacks. I need to buy one more for my son! We all love our backpacks!

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Cody M.Verified

This is my second backpack. Got the amazing red color, compact size. Love love love these backpacks and they could sell for WAY more. Amazing quality - I almost don’t want to tell people about them because I’m afraid Portland Gear backpacks will soon take over the backpack world and - wait what am I afraid of 😝? I love my backpacks, thank you !!

Cascade Backpack - Compact

Valerie R.Verified

My Cascade Compact pack is ready for bus travel. I've been car-free since 2015, so it's important to have my keys, phone, H2O bottle & bus pass in the outer pockets & ring. And see that snappy strap connecting the handles? When the bus is SRO, I can hold my pack in my hand. #courtesy There's room inside for my lunch & a sweater.

Cascade Backpack - Compact

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Anna T.Verified

I’ve been a fan of Portland Gear since it started. I love the staple P hoodie. It’s soft comfortable and stylish. I unfortunately lost my dark green on while on vacation in Mexico a few months ago. Nice to have a new one.

Soft-Blend "P" Hoodie - Grey

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Valerie H.Verified

Perfect bag for business or personal travel! Great space for laptop, accessories, travel documents plus change of clothes. Very roomy inside to configure for whatever your needs are.Water bottle space on both sides plus front pocket for "quick grab" items. Best bag at a great price! I paid much more than this for a bag I ended up returning because it just wasn't functional. Well Done Portland Gear!

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Julayne M.Verified

I'm using my new standard backpack this weekend for an overnight trip. I love how it stands and the wide opening. I have a change of clothes and 2 prs of sandals already packed, with plenty of space left (I pack with plastic bags to protect my luggage and clothes). My son bought one of these after seeing mine. We can't wait to see how.it works for him.

Cascade Backpack - Standard

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Sophia N.Verified

This kit is BIGGER than I expected, and that's a good thing! I can fit a full sized hair brush in it, as well as all the doodads, and have it fit nicely in my backpack. I don't need to worry about room anymore, since this item has everything covered ❤️

Cascade Kit

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Allen D.Verified

Honestly, I was skeptical, but the price was right. I've been very pleased (apart from the very slow shipping, which it turns out was from literally two blocks down the street). The bag itself functions excellently and looks pretty good. The features on the current version would be nice to have, but again, this bag at this price is a steal. It has become my "going around town" bag and will 100% be my carry-on for travel. I am looking forward to repping PDX with this bag when I am out of town.

Cascade Backpack - Standard - "B" Grade

Nancy G.Verified

I looked at this bag for months and finally decided to buy it. I was not disappointed! It is the nicest bag I have ever owned. Color is beautiful. Perfect for work or trips!

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Charity R.Verified

I officially own 4 bags (3 different colors), and bought my daughter 2, so I’ve bought 6 bags from this company. I own an olive green one that has a hidden pocket where the strap in the front of the bag is, a standard black, a compact black and a compact yellow. The compact black has a back zipper pocket that is a separate pocket from the central large pocket of the backpack. I officially LOVE this pocket. It holds the things that you want easy access to. I can not rave enough about this company...

Cascade Backpack - Compact - "B" Grade

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Darla W.Verified

I didn’t know how much I needed the giant opening on the backpack until I experienced it for myself! So easy to see and find everything, holds so much, even my lunch bag. The cloud color is a dream. I may need to purchase another solid color one for a more sleek professional look. Five stars!!

Cascade Backpack - Compact

Katherine S.Verified

I've had this backpack for about 3 months. I waited to review so I could test it out first. I use it daily to commute on public transport to downtown Pittsburgh for work. Things I love: -Clamshell opening. This is why I bought the bag. I knew I wanted this opening so I could easily fit my lunch bag (which is very large). -Large side pockets. Easily fits my 20oz water bottle and an umbrella. -Internal capacity. Easily fits my extra-large lunch bag, laptop (15"), a few files of paper (thin),...

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Angela H.Verified

Best school backpack EVER!! He is so proud to wear this to school every day and got a compliment from a friend about his fabulous red backpack! The functionality of the backpack is amazing with the stay open top. I know this is going to hold up all year!

Cascade Backpack - Compact

Jennifer H.Verified

I purchased this backpack for my son's freshman year of college. He liked the design, especially how it opens at the top and is weather-resistant, which is great for walking across campus! No complaints thus far!

Cascade Backpack - Standard

William M.Verified

Great bags! As a knitwear designer and instructor, I am always looking for functional quality bags because I travel to attend various conferences and to teach. I purchased both the Standard and the compact bags because both sizes will be very handy for different projects. I have already had a number of students asking about them and have highly recommended them. The best feature for me is the way they stand open for easy access and the pockets are perfect for storing small accessory items. I...

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Leanne G.Verified

I’m impressed with the standard backpack I bought for my spouse. 1) am interested in comparing the compact size with the standard size. What are the dimensions of each? 2) Suggestion: it would be a good idea to have a waist strap for longer hikes with heavier loads especially for a person with a history of back issues. 3) more colors please: teal, hot pink 😉

Cascade Backpack - Standard

Joann L.Verified

Wow! I totally love my new backpack it is everything I was looking for. The fabric is so durable and my oversized laptop fits perfectly. The color does remind me of pine perfect for someone living in Maine-The Pine Tree State! Thank you for creating such a quality product. JoAnn

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Cheryl F.Verified

So looking forward to using my new backpack on my next long weekend away! I was looking for something I could handle on my own while traveling. I’m loving everything about it! It’s so comfortable to wear. Perfectly planned pockets. I purchased the standard size for both myself and my husband. I’m 5’7” for reference. Thank you.

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J. Westin L.Verified

This is the best backpack I’ve owned, and I’ve been looking for a daily carry bag for 8 years. Portland Gear has nailed it with the spaciousness and accessibility of this bag. I carried it in the rain yesterday and it held up perfectly. If you want the perfect bag, look no further.

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Jose V.Verified

As a new flight attendant I purchased the standard RON ( remain over night ) bag and it never fully met my needs. I could not store my laptop in it, it didn’t look waterproof / water resistant like the Portland bag. All and all I went happy with it, I got the Portland bag and was very impressed with the construction of it and it still managed to look stylish. I only wish I would of bought it sooner.

Cascade Backpack - Standard

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Marisa-lee C.Verified

Everything I was looking for in a travel bag. Being waterproof is the most important thing for me and this bag absolutely holds up even in the most heaviest of downpours. Ease of getting to things is the next. I travel a lot and it's frustrating trying to dig in your bag in a tiny flight seat to get anything. The way this bag opens and stays open, makes it so convenient. Ample pockets and the hidden pocket is large and easily accessible. Water bottle holder holds my 22oz hydroflask and my 32oz B...

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Angelita L.Verified

Very spacious and really well made/finished. Not exactly anti-theft but it can be secured with a lock on the zipper pulls for peace of mind when traveling. Bought them for my husband and teenage daughter and they both love them.

Cascade Backpack - Standard

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Gladys I.Verified

Black hoodie is one of my husband’s favorite to wear and I’ve been looking for years to replace his old one. This one was perfect and he instantly loved it.

Cloudburst Hoodie

Judy C.Verified

I am 70, I have only traveled to US states for friends & family. This week I am going to CA to go to England & Scotland for a 2 week trip. I am practicing packing today in order to plan using my new Portland backpack. I’m very interested in purchasing the new compact in Cloud. Thank you

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Sharon Y.Verified

For reference, I’m 5’1”. Love my new backpack. I happened to see the store when I was in Portland last week. Jill and Maya were super nice and helpful. The backpack checks my requirements: sternum strap, luggage sleeve, side drink pockets, laptop sleeve, outer pouch, and a couple of small inner compartments. There’s even a “secret” pocket on the back/side. The grab handles are great, too! I used the backpack the remainder of our drizzly visit and on the trip home. A great travel backpack and ...

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Ethel M.Verified

Really happy with this bag! Fits basically everything I need for a quick weekend trip and looks great as well. Price isn't too bad either and it also would make a great gift for a friend or loved one.

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NicoleVerified

I love this backpack and get compliments all the time on it! I’m so excited that it matches my pink doc martens as well :) the bag is perfect size for almost all my needs as a day pack. My laptop fits in the back sleeve, and I love the extra zipper compartment hidden along the back edge of the backpack!

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Jolin W.Verified

I have bought 2 standard size, black and forest colors. I am so happy I ordered this backpack. It is so comfortable to carry and can't wait to use it on my upcoming trips. Thank you Portland Gear! from Indonesia.

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Ann G.Verified

This backpack exactly as described -- very cute, spacious, and with great external fabric. All three of the pockets provide flexible spaces, and the bag stands up by itself even with very little in it! It fits my 16" computer perfectly with some room to spare and feels really robust.

Cascade Backpack - Standard

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Jaqueline H.Verified

I am in the travel industry and always searching for the perfect bag. This is my second Portland Gear bag, first was larger version, loved it so much bought 2! They’ve made every consideration in designing the perfect carryon / backpack!

Cascade Backpack - Compact - "B" Grade

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Dawn B.Verified

Hands down my favorite carry all backpack! I bought both sizes. Standard is in the trunk as a carryon, (on my way to airport), small is my new favorite “purse”. These bags are game changers in hauling my stuff: comfort, functionality and style!

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Cynthia W.Verified

This bag is absolutely amazing. I love the way it looks and feels and it has so much room, I could pack for a week. Fabric is very heavy duty and definitely water proof. Zipper quality seems very good. When bag is zipped, you can’t really see the zippers. Not sure how they did that. Outside pocket has quite a bit of room, more than any I’ve ever had. Love the wide opening top; so much easier to get into. Back pocket is not very deep, but would definitely hold phone, keys, wallet- those things ...

Cascade Backpack - Standard

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