Briggs & Riley Convertible Backpack Review
(2023 Update)
Briggs & Riley’s Convertible Duffel Backpack is a versatile travel pack with dual usability. Importantly, the Convertible Duffel opens wide for easy packing and can be used as a suitcase or transformed into a backpack. For more, read the full 2023 Briggs & Riley Convertible Backpack review below.
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Briggs & Riley Baseline Convertible Duffel Backpack
Convertible Travel Pack
The multipurpose Convertible Duffel, from Briggs & Riley, is a reliable travel pack with multiple convenient storage options. Key features of the Briggs & Riley Convertible include three interior sections for large items and zippered utility pockets for smaller personal accessories.
From a comfort standpoint, the Briggs & Riley Convertible Backpack has some useful features. At the rear of the pack is a breathable, padded mesh back panel, and the shoulder straps are lightly padded and detachable — an important feature if you plan on using the bag as a suitcase.
Made of tough ballistic nylon, the Briggs & Riley Convertible offers hard-wearing travel usability. Similar to the Briggs & Riley Medium Cargo, the Convertible Backpack is designed to protect against wear, abrasion, dirt, and water.
Additional features include a secure laptop compartment, dual carry handles, and an RFID blocking pocket for passport and credit card storage. Worth noting, the Convertible Backpack has a Briggs and Riley trademarked SpeedThru pocket that can be used to store items at security checkpoints.
Lastly, the Briggs & Riley Convertible Backpack can be stored on your checked luggage via the rear slip-through sleeve. The practical Briggs & Riley Convertible is a reliable travel option for those after a multipurpose storage option.
CONVERTIBLE BACKPACK: RATINGS BREAKDOWN
PROS
Detachable shoulder straps can be packed away when not in use.
Wide-opening main compartment with internal dividers.
Cushioned top and side leather carry handles.
CONS
External gear attachment options are limited.
Does not offer side pocket storage.
Cannot be wheeled.
SUITABLE FOR
TRAVEL
Wide-opening main compartment. Rear luggage sleeve. Padded back and shoulder support. Top and side handles.
WORK
Secure laptop and tablet compartments. Breathable back panel. Zippered utility pockets. Adjustable shoulder straps.
COLLEGE
Tough ballistic nylon exterior. Interior laptop compartment. Breathable shoulder straps. Large main compartment.
EVERYDAY
Versatile everyday usability. Easy to access main compartment. Quick stash front accessory pocket. Sternum strap.
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KEY FEATURES
✔ Wide-opening main compartment ✔ Zippered front utility pocket ✔ Hard-wearing ballistic nylon exterior ✔ Top and side carry handles ✔ RFID blocking pocket ✔ Padded air mesh back panel ✔ Removable shoulder straps
DIMENSIONS
21″ (H) x 13″ (W) x 8″ (D)
BRIGGS & RILEY CONVERTIBLE VS BRIGGS & RILEY MEDIUM CARGO
In this comparison between the Briggs & Riley Convertible Backpack and the Briggs & Riley Medium Cargo Backpack, the Medium Cargo comes out ahead. Notably, it has a clear style and comfort advantage as well as a better durability rating.
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Convertible
- STYLE RATING - 72
- COMFORT RATING - 81
- DURABILITY RATING - 85
- VALUE RATING - 78
BRIGGS & RILEY CONVERTIBLE: SUMMARY
FINAL SAY!
"Perfectly suited to use as a suitcase or backpack, the Briggs & Riley Convertible Backpack is a solidly constructed travel pack. Notably, the main compartment is spacious and opens wide for quick and easy packing. For added convenience, the shoulder straps are detachable and can be stored in the back panel when not in use."
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