Bushwalk Australia

Hey guys and girls,

Just a quick question, does anyone have experience taking backpacks as airline carry-on? I'm looking at an Exped lightning 45 specifically and wondering if it would meet with size restrictions. It's unlikely to be fully stuffed with gear.

Cheers, Billy

*edit* I've noticed it has a removable aluminium stay, would this prevent me from taking it on a flight? If removed it seems it would definitely be within size limits but potentially not very comfortable to carry..

Hi Billy,

I've taken a 65 litre backpack as carry on. It wasn't over weight and i just tightened up the straps to make it appear smaller. Can't guarantee that it works every time.