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Epic build quality.
Luxurious materials.
Killer bag, high price tag, but killer. Unpretentious aesthetics. Access and organization. Excellent, innovative materials. Modern classic design. view bag
Simple silhouette and burly materials make for a very clean, solid, simple aesthetic.
Just another look at how simple and pretty this lil' bad boy is.
Organization is simple, useful across multiple methods of carry.
The Conceal Pack from Brown Buffalo is built like a tank with a minimal, sleek silhouette. view bag
Robust X-pac material. Water sealed zips. Super durable.
Straps and back panel are super cushy, comfortable.
Perfect for minimal travel. 27L. Fits under airplane seat.
Boxy looks, but a killer combo of features.
The Outbreaker Laptop backpack from Tortuga is an excellent minimal travel bag or large-ish daily carry bag. Durable, comfortable, lots of pocketing. view bag
Spacious capacity. Burly materials.
Available in 30L and 40L sizes.
Robust straps and back panel padding.
Large capacity. Big ol' mouth.
Killer top access pocket for on-the-go organization.
The Capsule Pack from Aer x Nine Hours is a robust, burly, minimalist inspired travel backpack with some solid external access and organization. view bag
Padded and suspended laptop sleeve.
Top quick access pocket is one of the best ever.
More-solid-than-normal straps and back panel.
The Civic Half Zip (CHZ22) from Evergoods is a modern classic with just the right amount of organization and capacity executed with precision build quality and excellent materials. 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
"Classy-casual" vibes. Heritage materials.
Solid internal organization.
Leather and waxed canvas straps. Classy looking on dress clothes.
A thoughtfully designed backpack for modern career professionals who want a classy-casual aesthetic, rugged materials and solid organization. view bag
Straps hide away for tote-mode.
20L capacity, lots of internal organization
2 quick access pockets. Nice details.
A great option for slimline casual-professional daily carry. Great materials. Solid organization. 20L. view bag
Massive capacity. Expands from 45-65L.
Shoulder and hip straps hide away behind a magnetic panel.
Excellent materials + build.
Internal organization. Zipped pockets on both sides.
Shoulder and hip straps are solid for hauling the load.
The Duffelpack from Peak Design expands from 45L to 65L (a little too large for carry-on on most airlines), has backpack straps that hide away, is made of weatherproof material and is a durable and organized companion for LOTS of different kinds of adventures. view bag
Such a gorgeous piece of kit. Very few bags will patina with you over the years like a leather bag. Very few leather bags are this kind of modern casual. view bag
Playful aesthetic. Ready for heavy use.
Stowable backpack straps.
Clothing + tech for short trips.
Laptop compartment with admin panel.
Two front dimensional pockets.
The Global Briefcase 3-Day from Topo is a very capable minimal traveler's bag, with enough tech organization, clothing capacity and style hybrid 2-3 day travel. view bag
The Mountain Quickdraw is a 24L backpack from Evergoods featuring their ingenious backpack straps and epic materials. 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
Great materials. Great pocketing + design. 3.11lbs.
Stowable backpack straps. Some modular accessories.
Can work with their camera cubes.
Duffel or backpack carry. 32L capacity.
The Aegis from Boundary Supply is a killer duffel with excellent materials, thoughtful design, and just the right amount of pocketing. Bluesign certified. view bag
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