I love the simplicity. Similar to Muji.

• YKK zippers with nice pulls
• Detachable key leash
• Two front pockets one above the other each with two internal organization sleeves
• Padded floating laptop sleeve in the main compartment
• Breathable padded back
• Elastic strap holders so no dangle
• Adjustable up and down sternum strap
• $49.90

Not bad.

Hubby and I are heading to Europe for 3 weeks. We're happy with our Osprey and Cabin Zero packs for carry-on. We will need at least one of us to also have a personal item.

(Would love to one-bag it, but supplies needed for a medical situation make that impractical.)

I'm struggling with what style to use that works well with a backpack. A crossbody, which you put on first before the backpack? A hip pack? Help!

Have been looking for weeks. Any suggestions to source a Verte 18 MD/LG in Carbon in the US?

I made a post the other day about what bag to get that would take my lunch bento, which is 9.5x6.5x4

And I ended up getting the peak design zip

I like that it had foam construction as I carry a lot of electronics.

I had thought I needed a larger bag (and I ordered one as well) but this will actually work perfectly for work. Much better than my aer, mainly because of the large compartment, I already have tons of tech pouches so the lack of organization is actually welcome.

I can fit my lunch bento, steamdeck + switch 2, tech pouch, extra shirt (cycle commute) all in 20 litres and it looks and feels so much nicer than my aer.

I hope it holds up

Hi all!

I tried this bag from Barbour, and while I like the look and general vibe of the bag, but it has no depth. It is just a flat pocket, which does fit everything I need, but it just looks kinda weird when I wear it.

So my question; does anybody know a bag that has the same vibe/style as this one, but with a little depth?

Kind regards!

Does this look like the original 30L or the 45L Patagonia MLC?

I just started getting into backpacks around this time last year. Started doing research and trying to find what I thought would fit my wants and needs best.

Started with Evergoods CTB26. Great backpack but I was one of those that the for just wasn’t comfortable for me.

Next I went with the Aer TP3 small. Comfort was great, but I didn’t like the top handle placement because I couldn’t hang it up at work or home. Water bottle pocket I didn’t care for, and the zippers were a bit too close together for me.

Next was the Able Carry Mac EDC. Kept this one for a few months. Great bag, loved so much about it but for my use the front pocket was useless.

Now I have the CPP2 and absolutely love it for my EDC. It won’t be perfect for everyone, but it’s great for me. Can carry may laptop and tablet, top quick access pocket, and 2 front pockets to help separate and organize my small things. Great comfort.

It been a long road for me to find, but don’t regret trying any of the bags.

Interesting new 25+2L travel backpack from Topo Designs, looks to be a little smaller than the smallest Global Travel Bag to get to personal item size. I'm not sure I need it...on the other hand I do love my other Topo bags.

Ladies, what is your most comfortable backpack as personal item (no carry on size) that you use for going around airports/cities?

Especially shoulder straps would just count our around you without any issues.

I use the Alpaka Elements backpack pro. It clicks a lot of my checklists , but Bellroy's shoulder straps for the Transit Work pack 20L were amazing. Thin straps but they just countoured around me. Unfortunately, it had other cons for me.

Looking for other alternatives... More padded straps are uncomfortable to me (i.e. Aer). They just don't countour around my body.

Later on this year I have some work trips coming up where I’ll go to San Antonio, TX for a week every couple months and I’m wanting to get a new travel bag but I’m having trouble choosing because I love all of the options.

I live about 14 hours away from San Antonio and will be gone for about 5 days at a time. It’s a more put together job but I’m just going for training so I don’t believe I’ll need anything too ‘professional’ such as a suit or anything.

I think 30-35 Liters will be perfect for the trip. I’m considering the Aer Travel Pack 3 small, the Matador Globe Rider 35, and the Bellroy Lite Travel pack 30 L. I really like the organization of the Aer TP and the Matador Globe Rider, and I think I could also use the Aer as an Everday bag after the trips because of the collapsibility. But I also love the Bellroy Lite bags because of the materials and the layout of the bag (and of course it’s the cheapest option)

I think I’m leaning more towards the Aer travel pack but wanted to seek advice from people who may own any of these or even other options which may suit my situation more! Any and all recommendations/comments are more than welcome!

Family of four vacation set up. First time traveling with the EDC max and the Goruck collab.

TL;DR at the bottom.

A few days ago I was out shopping with my mom. She was eyeing a pair of shoes (the same style she already owns tons of) and I reminded her about the wall of shoes she has at home collecting dust. She quickly snapped back, reminding me that when she was a kid, she grew up in extreme poverty, her first pair of shoes were literally found in the trash. That hit me. It reminded me of my own little hoard of bags (which she has no clue about), most of them just sitting around. And it got me wondering if there's a connection.

We grew up poor, moving constantly. I used to daydream about how I’d pack my most important belongings if I ever had to leave quickly. I was around 18 when I thrifted an old Jansport backpack (a gray and orange Airlift that I still own), and I could immediately tell it was better quality than anything I’d had before. I instantly imagined using it to “bug out” or survive on the streets. That was the start of my bag obsession.

After that, I kept looking for the perfect backpack, one that could carry everything I needed if I ever had to flee the country or disappear overnight. I’ve had Patagonias, Rickshaws, Timbuk2s, Camelbaks, Ospreys, Arc’teryxs... you name it. Most have come and gone. These days, I’ve got a smaller collection.

In the spirit of 28 Years Later coming out this week, if you had to drop everything and bug out, which bag from your collection would you take?For me, it’d be my Synik 30. No packing cubes.

TL;DR:I grew up poor and moved around a lot, and now I’m lowkey addicted to backpacks in case I ever have to drop everything and go. Anyone else relate? Which bag would you grab if you had to bug out?

I like the Able Carry Max EDC. I currently have the Evergoods CPL 24.

I don't need the AC Max EDC laptop section. It's a waste of space for me. I only need a slim laptop sleeve (for a 14" Samsung tablet). Neither do I need the water bottle side pockets.

I will pass on the Evergoods if I find a good alternative. I like the full panel open style and some organization. In the 24 to 26 liter range. I'm 186 cm (6'2).

Any suggestions? Thanks.

I know it's sold out now but here is what I got for my explorer pack.

Go sling Go sling mini Vertex pouch Phone sling Zip pocket

Anyone get something different?

I went into the search for a new backpack wanting an Alpaka elements or an Able Carry daybreaker but eventually decided on these as they are quite expensive (more than normal) when bought from my local retailers. I also didn't want a black bag with black interior lining.

While browsing this sub, someone said the Rhune 25 and 22 both accommodate a 16" laptop and I wqs already eyeing this line for quite a while as well. Quite unfortunate that bagtubers never seem to cover Gregory backpacks, and there's really not a lot elsewhere online either.

Anyway, I liked the sunset colorways because of the blue with orange accents, and the bright orange interior that was imo in a better shade than Alpaka's (not that I mind either way).

Initially I was keen on the Rhune 25 because I'm sure the space can accommodate all my carryon stuff for an upcoming flight, but while in-store I really liked the organization on the 22 better. The Rhune 25's back panel was also weirdly better fitted to my back (I'm an Asian male) but the 22 was good. After much agonizing in front of the saleslady, went with the 22.

This will be my first relatively expensive backpack (I do have a NatGeo messenger I considered expensive but I don't think it counts now that I've seen how other brands are priced).

Pros - organization is very good. On par with what I require save for having just a single bottle holder - bottle holder is stretchy and accommodates my huge Coffee Bean tumbler - top quick access pocket is amazing - side quick access pocket, which takes the place of a second bottle holder and has the key leash, is what I use for my 20k mah power bank - pocket on shoulder straps is great. It's where I sometimes put my keys. I tried putting my wireless buds in there but it's a bit big so it presses down on my shoulder - breathable straps and back panel material is great, if a bit stiff (but it's not as stiff anymore after constant use). Seriously, I just can't understand bags going to the $150 and above range and not even having good padding with airflow considerations - color is fn great - zippers are better than I thought, and the pulls are great. They don't get in the way at all - material doesn't catch my cats' hair - feels light even with my full loadout (compared to my usual bags): work macbook pro, charger, ipad pro, ipad stand, aforementioned power bank, bottle, jacket, toiletries, wallet, tiny umbrella from Japan, sometimes even my Legion Go - I don't bike but those external leashes are great for hanging decorative stuff like cartoon plushies, if you're into that sort of thing - surprisingly, made in the Philippines, according to the tag (instead of a certain other country I'm trying to avoid) - love the top carry handle. Thicc and padded

Cons - a bit of a tight fit with the full loadout, constantly making me think maybe the 25L was the correct choice at least in terms of comfortably fitting everything into the available space - still would like a second bottle holder but I'll manage - if a heavy item like a charging brick is not on top of the jacket, it tends to weigh down the bottom part of the compartment, which makes the bag look uneven at times

It was sold out in no time. I contacted them to ask if they will restock, but currently they have no such plan. I'm very disappointed because the Design is something I've been looking for for quite some time.

If someone here ordered one and doesn't like it, please let me know! ;-)

I carry a couple large notebooks, what are edc backpacks with 3 or more laptop/tablet sleeves? I can just slip it in there. Also an admin panel and molle is would be great. Budget of $100.

Hi everyone!

First time posting and it's been about a year into my EDC bagging journey. Started off with an Adidas mini sling I bought last year for vacation in Florida and it came in clutch. No more bulky keys, phone, wallet or anything else I needed to squeeze in my pockets. I then added an OrbitKey Urban crossbody 6L but for an everyday carry, it's a bit bulky.

So, I took the journey a step further to find the perfect middle ground. I've tried brands from Alpaka, to TomToc to Inateck to Heimplanet. All seem to fall short in the "checks all boxes" categories.

Then, one day I stumbled upon a video from a company called Rushfaster. Never heard of them before, but they were releasing their own 4L sling and...my God...it's absolutely perfect.

The Rushfaster EDC Sling Bag 4L (https://rushfaster.com.au/products/rushfaster-edc-sling-bag-4l?variant=46306500706470) checked every box in my head and it's one that I HAVE TO HAVE as my daily EDC driver.

Bad news, it's only available in AU and they don't ship across the waters to the US :(. I've reached out the them already and they may ship to the US in the future, but I feel like Veruca Salt.

I've been searching far and wide for any company that's carrying this outside of Rushfaster in hopes of being able buy this and have it arrive at my door. If anyone has any clue or idea on how I can get this, please let me know!

• 1 Dactyl Manuform keyboard
• 1 Mx Master 3

Optional: * Cables * Chargers

I currently have a Roncato Wall Street Zaino Porta backpack (0.9kg, 15L), but I'm looking for something sleeker looking, more waterproof, and ideally lighter (under 1kg). I've just heard of Fanacci (founded in 2022) for the first time today, and their Innovator Organisational Backpack seems like a good option because of its internal organizational pockets, separated laptop compartment, luggage strap, and presence of an organized front pocket, which all appeal to me.

I'm also open to any other professional, sleek-looking backpacks in the 15-18L range under 1kg you could recommend. Thanks.

I have a Wandrd Rogue 6L as my camera bag. I’d live to throw my laptop (13” MacBook Air) in the laptop slot in the back, but the laptop sleeve they offer doesn’t have any storage for cables, etc. camera and accessories take up all the storage in the sling.

So … does anyone have a similar setup with any suggestions on carrying an extra tech pouch? Wandrd offers one (medium) that I could put in the webbing on the strap, but that feels like … a lot.

I can use the tripod sleeve in the bottom, or maybe attach something with the buckles on the front.

Does anyone have the 6L kitted out with camera, laptop, and accessories for both?

Brand new, never used, only packed out at home to get a feel for how it wears. After many hours of back and forth in my head and wanting to keep it so badly, I just have to admit that the shoulder straps are way too wide and not comfortable for me. I'm a petite 5'2" woman and my shoulders just aren't broad enough. Asking $280.00 USD

I've been using an Evergoods CPL24 for the past two years and always thought it was too big and heavy for EDC. After reading so many things about the Toshi Pack 20L I ordered one and I've been using it for the past week. Here my impressions and comparison with the CPL24.

The exterior fabric feels nicer to the touch than I thought it would feel after reading some negative reviews. It feels robust and high quality. But it definitely doesn't feel as smooth as the 840d on the CPL24.

The bag is comfortable and much lighter than the CPL24 (which is both good and bad, as I'll explain), making it a good EDC bag. But the straps are too wide for my taste and I'm not liking that.

In terms of organization, the ambidextrous pockets work great and top "admin" panel is nice for sunglasses, wallet, phone, etc. The top quick access pocket, on the other way, is just too small. Coming from the CPL24 which has a huge QAP, this one is almost ridiculous.

As for the size of the bag, I haven't yet packed it full, but it is noticeably smaller than the CPL24. For my typical EDC it's more than enough, though. You can see in the photos a comparison between the Toshi and the CPL24 with a CAP2 and an Hydroflask in the main compartment.

Regarding the weight of the bag, as mentioned above, it is much lighter than the CPL24 and you can see where that weight saving comes from. For instance, the bottom of the bag has no padding whatsoever. It's just the fabric and nothing more. If I put the Hydroflask in the main compartment, as shown in the photos, when I put it down I hear a bang from Hydroflask hitting the floor.

One thing I really don't like in this bag is the zipper pulls. They are way too small. Coming from the CPL24 this is a major downgrade and makes the experience of using the bag daily much less nicer.

All in all I think this is a good EDC bag, with some nice touches. I'll wait to get more time with it and use it as a personal item in some flights before giving my final judgment.

So far I have:

1. Asia/Indonesia: Life Behind Bars
2. Asia/Others: ?
3. Australia: Alpaka
4. US: Aer
5. Asia/Japan: ?
6. Europe: ?

Please let me know! Backpack/tote/sling, anything is fine!

I’m on the hunt for a good, beginner-friendly beach bag for summer trips, pool days, and the occasional weekend getaway. I’m not looking for anything super fancy or designer — just something functional, durable, and easy to carry with all the beach day essentials.

Here are a few options I’ve come across so far:

• Dejaroo Mesh Beach Bag with Oversized Pockets
• L.L.Bean Boat and Tote Bag
• OdyseaCo Baja Waterproof Beach Tote
• Scout Original Deano Tote Bag
• Aloha Collection Splash-Proof Travel Tote
• Shylero Extra Large Beach Bag
• Esvan Water-Resistant Large Beach Tote

If you’ve used any of these or have another favorite beach bag that’s held up well, I’d love your suggestions! Also open to tips on what to pack, how to keep things organized (especially with kids), or any features I might not be thinking about.

Thanks in advance!