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Solid tech org for everyday. Boasts another external access pocket and a hidden passport pocket.
Simple, slim, compact footprint. Clean, minimal aesthetic.
The second version of this bag is a welcome update, creating a much more stylish looking bag with plenty of organization for daily carry. view bag
Pretty straight-forward, sleek looks and really solid materials.
Maximum capacity for carry-on for most airlines... fits as much as any carry-on bag out there.
Solid internal organization throughout the compartments on this bag. Nice eye for modern needs.
A very well designed, stylish travel bag for one-bag travel with enough pockets, organization and access to make travel smooth. view bag
Kind of a solid, standard, utilitarian aesthetic. Built really well with solid, classic materials.
In use you find the organization and pocket sizes are great on this bag.
The insides are simple, but not without decent organization.
An extremely solid everyday backpack suited for carrying lots of gear or compressing down to a minimal daily carry haul. One of my favorite all-around bags. view bag
Perfect space for just a smidge more than the daily essentials. (Remember the larger "Tech Pack" has some more space too.)
Great compartment segmentation and panel organization for daily essentials.
This bag comes in two sizes. This is the smaller "Day Pack", the larger is called the "Tech Pack."
The Day Pack from Aer's Work Collection was instantly one of my favorite simple daily carry bags because it's minimal frame but high-functioning insides. view bag
Killer aesthetic on this thing.
Solid straps. No mesh, tho.
Comes in 30L or 40L.
Nice organization. Nice external access.
The Topo Travel bag has a playful style, which I like a lot, but it is very serious about being a great travel bag. This is a classic. view bag
Simple, clean, techy aesthetics.
Lots of organization for modern life.
Large outer pocket with vertical zipper.
Shoe pocket makes this stylish bag perfect for the commuting minimal gym addict.
Solid minimal tech organization, spacious front "duffel" pocket, tight little package, durable build and materials... the Fit Pack 2 from Aer is a solid everyday carry backpack. view bag
Bitchin' external access on this thing.
Separate laptop pocket.
Excellent capacity for everyday use + minimal travel.
The Core Pack from Topo is a classic daily carry bag with solid organization and materials at an extremely affordable price. view bag
Several little spots to segment your daily gear. Key clip, soft-lined pouch for glasses, etc.
Expansion and contraction to fit your load. Expandable gusset is very thoughtfully designed; it works without you having to think about it.
Surprising amount of space for how small this thing can look on the body. Mirrorless cameras with small/pancake lenses will likely fit, for example.
Carry on the body 3 different ways. (I bet you could think of a couple more if you got really creative)
My favorite entry-level sling, Bellroy's Sling is thoughtfully conceived and built with delightful, rugged materials. But it's the simplicity of this bag that keeps me coming back to it. view bag
Stylish metro vibes in a packable backpack is unique.
Padded straps and multiple external pockets (including a lovely Fidlock magnetic front clip)
Lightweight and thin, it packs flat into your travel gear
The Go packable backpack from Aer definitely provides more than most packable backpacks. view bag
A very capable travel bag for the price.
Solid capacity in this 38L bag.
Top front pocket size is excellent.
The Litehaul 38 from Kathmandu is capable, stylish, boasts a very interesting pocket configuration and a more comfortable than normal harness system. view bag
The Aer Duffel Pack is not the tool for every job, but for particular uses it just might be perfect for you. view bag
Low-key, playful aesthetic.
Stowable shoulder straps. #BriefcaseMode #MessengerMode
Two of my favorite external access pockets.
Decent capacity. Slim profile.
External laptop compartment.
The Global Briefcase from Topo converts from backpack to briefcase with enough external access and style to be one of my personal favorite daily carry bags. view bag
Simple, essential aesthetics. Possibly too simple, but it does it's job damn well.
Modern tech organization panels and compartments make duffels like theseactually nice to travel with.
Laptop and business papers, man, storage.
Separate shoe compartment (that, of course, eats into the main compartment's capacity).
Luggage passthrough in case youreally need to bring a lot with you to the airport.
The Tortuga Setout Duffel is affordable and really durable duffel luggage built with tech organization, a security pocket, a shoe compartment, laptop storage and extremely ample exterior access. view bag
A very sturdy and functional sling for a very affordable price, the Metromonger sling from Greenroom 136 is one every sling-person needs to know about view bag
Qwstion is a product design studio in Zurich Switzerland who makes very stylish bags for the "hipper" areas of town without sacrificing functionality. view bag
The Setout Packable backpack from Tortuga is very capable and lightweight for it's price. A favorite to be sure. view bag
The Hideout Pack from Everyman is a solid take on a street/urban/heritage bag with lots of organization at an affordable-ish price point. view bag
A very lightweight, packable bag with decent organization.
All the zips are up against your back for security from pick-pockets.
The RiutBag Crush is a packable daypack made from minimal materials so you can easily fit it into the corner of any travel bag you use. view bag
Clean lines. Thoughtful design. Lightweight yet durable.
Lots of capacity. Great visibility.
Solid external organization.
Carry comfort is complicated.
The Travel Duffel from Peak Design is a simple travel companion with some very useful features like weatherproof materials and killer external access pockets. Handles can be a little fiddly. view bag
Elegant method for getting into both sides of the bag. Really low-key look (not in this color, lol) and easy access to your gear in transit.
Rolltop for a little expansion of capacity as well as excellent water resistance and weather protection.
The Dalston from F-Stop is a very elegantly designed bag for camera and tech use that doesn't scream "I have thousands of dollars of camera gear in here!" view bag
Simple looks. Playful colors. Doesn't look like there's spendy gear inside.
Built in camera cube. Front access + side access.
Front organization panel
Solid water bottle/tripod holder
Fits 16" laptops
The Jumper from Brevité is one of my favorite simple, daily camera bags. It can get dirty easy, may not last forever, but it's very delightful to use for small to medium camera setups. view bag
The Daily backpack from Able Carry is an affordable, sleek little bag for daily carry. view bag
The Pioneer from North St. is an exceptional little fanny pack/sling bag made with classic bag making techniques by hand in Portland, Oregon. view bag
Solid Materials. Clean looks.
Very comfortable, robust shoulder straps.
Solid organization panel.
25L capacity.
The Setout Laptop Backpack from Tortuga is well organized solidly built for daily carry and minimal travel. view bag
Inner compartment organization is excellent.
Uber comfy padded handle. Straps long enough to shoulder carry.
Perfect capacity for lots of jobs.
The Truck from Tom Bihn is an excellent 25L organized tote with extra comfortable handles and rugged, durable materials. This is our favorite "family adventure tote" at the moment because it's just an excellent bag for beaches, parks and grocery stores. view bag
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