tldr; Max carry-on capacity. Duffel-style opening, good organization. Pushing size limits.
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Best praise vs top criticism for Osprey Porter 46
“My Porter 46 doesn't have that issue. Have it for 5 years, travelled for 5 months with it last year and carried it for over an hour on my bag a few times no issue. Might be an problem with your specific bag.”
“I have the same problem with my Porter 46. I keep my hip belt tucked most of the time which probably contributed to the problem, it definitely got worse and more uncomfortable over time. If you're packing the bag suitcase style with something flat like a packing cube against that part of the bag, it makes sense since there's nowhere for the hip belt to go but push out.”
110 Reddit opinions analyzed • Last updated 4/4/2026