Is the High Sierra Hi-Life good for carry-on travel?

Yes. At 18.5 by 13 by 12 inches and 2.9 lbs, it fits typical carry-on limits and leaves room for a laptop and a few days of clothes.

How does the 3-in-1 design work?

The bag carries as a backpack or a shoulder bag, and the front section zips off as a separate daypack for side trips.

Does it fit a laptop?

Yes. It has a dedicated padded laptop compartment plus a fleece-lined pocket for a tablet or glasses.

Is $95.99 a good price?

It is the best new price among the 4 stores that carry it as of November 5, 2026, at the low end of its recent range.

What is included with the bag?

The backpack and its removable daypack. The sternum strap is adjustable and attached.

No. The ripstop polyester shell resists wear and light moisture but is not waterproof.

Where can I buy the High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack?

9 stores we checked sell it, including Macy's, Kohl's, eBay, Pinnacle Promotions, Boscov's.

High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack

4.8

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$95.99at Macy'sObserved at 7:13 PM

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High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack

4.8

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$95.99at Macy'sObserved at 7:13 PM

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Our take on the High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack

The High Sierra Hi-Life is a convertible travel backpack that works three ways: as a backpack, a shoulder bag, or a removable daypack. It holds 26.9 liters in a ripstop polyester shell, weighs 2.9 lbs, and includes a padded laptop compartment, fleece-lined pocket, and water bottle pockets. At $95.99 at Macy's as of November 5, 2026, it sits at the low end of its recent price range across the 4 stores that carry it new.

Best forWeekend and short-trip travelersCarry-on-only flyersHikers who want a detachable daypackStudents and commuters with a laptop

Pros

Three carry modes from one bag, including a removable daypack
Light at 2.9 lbs for its 26.9 L capacity
Padded laptop compartment and organized interior
Ripstop polyester shell resists wear
Sternum strap adjusts for load stability
Fleece-lined pocket protects glasses or a phone

Cons

Buckle closure rather than a zippered main opening can slow access
26.9 L is small for trips longer than a couple of days
Only one color option, black
Shoulder-bag mode is less comfortable than backpack mode for heavy loads

High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack prices at every store

Macy'sNew
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$95.99Observed at 7:13 PM
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Kohl'sNew
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$103.99Observed at 7:13 PM
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eBayNew
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$109.99Observed at 7:13 PM
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Pinnacle PromotionsNew
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$155.54Observed at 7:13 PM
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High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack price history

Lowest price we've seen: $95.99 on Nov 6 at Macy's. Tracked across 9 stores since Nov 6.

What reviewers say

4.8 / 543 ratings

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 43 ratings, owners largely praise the Hi-Life's versatility and light weight. The detachable daypack and laptop storage come up as the most useful features.

What people mention

ConvertibilityPraisedOwners like switching between backpack, shoulder bag and a removable daypack for different parts of a trip.
WeightPraisedAt 2.9 lbs it is easy to carry for long stretches.
Laptop storagePraisedThe padded compartment and interior organization suit commuters and carry-on travel.
ClosureMixedThe buckle closure is secure but slower to open than a zippered main compartment.
CapacityMixed26.9 L works for short trips but is tight for longer ones.

Specifications

Capacity: 26.9 L
Depth: 12in
Height: 18.5in
Width: 13in
Weight: 2.9lbs
Closure Type: Buckle
Material: Ripstop Polyester
Shell Material

Questions and answers

Is the High Sierra Hi-Life good for carry-on travel?: Yes. At 18.5 by 13 by 12 inches and 2.9 lbs, it fits typical carry-on limits and leaves room for a laptop and a few days of clothes.
How does the 3-in-1 design work?: The bag carries as a backpack or a shoulder bag, and the front section zips off as a separate daypack for side trips.
Does it fit a laptop?: Yes. It has a dedicated padded laptop compartment plus a fleece-lined pocket for a tablet or glasses.
Is $95.99 a good price?: It is the best new price among the 4 stores that carry it as of November 5, 2026, at the low end of its recent range.
What is included with the bag?: The backpack and its removable daypack. The sternum strap is adjustable and attached.
Is it waterproof?: No. The ripstop polyester shell resists wear and light moisture but is not waterproof.
Where is the High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack cheapest?: At Macy's, for $95.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack?: Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 43 ratings.
Where can I buy the High Sierra Hi-Life 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack?: 9 stores we checked sell it, including Macy's, Kohl's, eBay, Pinnacle Promotions, Boscov's.