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Expect to pay $100-400 for thoughtful designs + legit materials.
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The 28L Transit Backpack from Bellroy is nicely sized and well organized for big commutes, business travel and regular ol' adventure travel. Innovative and classy bag. view bag
Versatile and feature rich with lots of organization in a sleek, techy everyday size. Camera accessory ready, shoe compartment. Kinda funky zip top with magnetic clips. view bag
Classy heritage vibes. Dry finished waxed canvas. Solid modern organization. Hand shucked in Scotland. Made for the long-haul. view bag
Solid minimal tech organization, spacious front "duffel" pocket, tight little package, durable build and materials... an excellent compact everyday carry backpack. view bag
Great for short trips and shines as a daily carry brief/messenger due to all the organization, quality materials and thoughtful design. 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
The Max backpack from Able Carry is a very capable 30L backpack designed for larger daily carry loads and tighter travel loads. view bag
A very capable minimal traveler's bag or large-ish daily carry brief that converts to a backpack or messenger. Simple and solid tech organization, capacity and unique style. Kinda fiddly main compartment interiors. view bag
Lots of capacity, design details and premium feeling materials. Subtle rolltop with a g-hook for the latch. Great handles. view bag
Delicious. Rich. Techy.
Epic Expandable.
Big & Classy
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