I am also a happy LAPG owner. I use mine to travel. It replaced my carry-on sized suitcase years ago. I say if a bag can stand up to be crammed into an overhead compartment with other people's luggage that long it's worth a look.

I think the shoulder straps are comfortable. The compression straps are handy. There's an inner pocket for hydration systems plus hidden slits for the tube to come out. It's only $30. I do agree that it could use another inner compartment or two inside.