Luggage, Duffels, Packs, Man Purses, etc.

[Clusterfrack]

What are your favorites? What to steer clear of?

[flyrodr]

Fishpond (https://fishpondusa.com) makes various sizes of bags, from large to small. Not cheap, but about as functional and bulletproof as soft luggage can be.

I particularly like the carry-on-sized Boulder for 1-2 night trips, and it will double as a large briefcase. It has carry handles, a shoulder strap, and hidden "backpack" straps. The larger rolling bags will handle a ton of stuff. And the little Lodgepole works great as a "man purse". I can even squeeze my 13" laptop in.

Good stuff. Good folks.

[Cory]

I'm a pretty big fan of flying circle backpacks. I have an older 203b tan model I picked up in Kuwait I think. It's plain as hell, and has been used for everything from hiking trips, to carry on to the beach, to the woods, during college... since 2010 it's the only pack I've used until very recently when i got a pack from Cabelas for hunting. I still use the flying circle for everything else. In fact my wife doesnt even use another bag. Whenever we need a backpack it comes out of the closet and does the job until it goes back.

[Clusterfrack]

Mystery Ranch Scree 32, ready for Alaska.

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[DrkBlue]

I am a big fan of London Bridge Trading, US made and solid construction, but that is going to be tactical looking and not true luggage.
Have a buddy who lives by Osprey.

[hiro]

For general short trip travel, I'm a big fan of the Osprey Porter 46. It ain't sexy but it's practical, cabin friendly and simple.

I hope that someone takes the MR tri-zip and makes a really light pack with it. I get that the MR packs are bomb proof but they weigh too much.

[shootist26]

I use an osprey farpoint 40L for personal travel (domestic and international) on trips lasting up to 2 weeks or so. Has been very good overall. I'm a big fan of one bag travel. I think the farpoint is about 85% perfect. I have a couple of minor gripes about the water bottle holder placement and lack of small storage pockets.

[Clusterfrack]

I almost ordered an Osprey rolling carry-on to replace my 5.11 roller bag. The 5.11 has been excellent, except they put zippers in high abrasion areas. Fail.

I’m tired of bags that wear out, so I’m trying a NAR Gear rolling carryon (https://nargear.com/shop/firefighter/carryon-wheels-45l/). NAR’s product line is mainly for smoke jumpers and other firefighters, so this bag is hopefully very rugged. Their CS has been great so far. Bonus that it comes in P-F orange.

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[DamonL]

Blackhawk 3 day Assault pack.
Northface base camp duffle.
Timbuk 2 small classic messenger bag.

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From what I've heard, for luggage, Briggs & Riley is probably one of the best choices possible, due to their excellent construction and lifetime warranty. I have been using one of their Baseline carry-ons for a couple of years now, and it's served me well, though I admittedly don't fly that much (it does get used for travel in general).

I have also relatively recently purchased a Pelican 1615 Air as a checked luggage container, as I am trying to be able to use it as an entire case that I can place a handgun in, without dealing with other issues. I've also used it for travel a little, and it's nice to have something that you know you can beat on, is more or less impervious to the elements, and doesn't weight a ton. I do plan on eventually getting a B&R Baseline checked bag when the opportunity arises.

Getting into packs is probably a separate story from luggage; I've been using some older Eagle A-IIIs for over a decade now as urban daypacks or range packs, and they're still going strong. I've also had a lot of success with my Kifaru rucks for actual backcountry use, along with an Arc'teryx 30L assault pack that I use for dayhikes and as a summit pack, although I recently invested in an Arc'teryx Alpha FL 40 for a true summit pack (I've had a Mountain Hardwear SummitRocket 30 that I've tried using, but it just doesn't have good enough support, IMO, so it's been relegated to being a 1 day pack when I'm carrying minimal stuff).

[ECK]

For the last few years I’ve been using the earlier gen of this Osprey duffle as a do all travel bag:
https://www.osprey.com/us/en/product/transporter-duffel-40-TRANPTR40F21_367.html

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It’s a duffle bag, but doubles as a backpack. For me, the 35-40L size bag is a good do-all size for a lot of types of trips. I used this bag as my carry on back in May when I went to AL for Classic Nats. It held all my clothes, my electronics (iPad, chargers, shot timer, GoPro, ear pro), toiletries, etc. Carried it like a backpack with the shoulder straps. The rest of my match and RO gear, including Pelican case for my two pistols, got checked in a hard side roller bag.

What I like about the Osprey is its versatility and organization. Carry it like a suitcase using either of its handles or wear it like a backpack. As far as organization, my model has enough pockets you sometimes forget where you stashed an item. The main compartment is big enough to hold a fair amount of gear, and there is a shoe/boot compartment that expands into the main compartment that I use for dirty clothes. I can’t tell if the new gen has those same features, but it does looks like the new gen I linked up above may be waterproof or at least water resistant.

[TOTS]

I’m 100% All things Mystery Ranch.

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Hiking Drinking Horse Mountain outside of Boseman MT. Scree 32 @Clusterfrack (https://pistol-forum.com/member.php?u=7807) like your style!

[Clusterfrack]

More MR porn…
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[MickAK]

I'm a big fan of my VertX transit sling bag. I highly recommend.

I've never found any reason to change from surplus messenger bags.

I have a hard time buying above regular REI quality backpacks because I tear the hell out of them and the $ to time it takes to be ripped up ratio doesn't make sense to me. I'd like to try one someday.

[mtnbkr]

My needs for multi-night travel via car or airline are pretty low key, so I don't spend a lot on luggage for those use cases. Currently I have a mish-mash of cheap hardside suitcases for that sort of thing.

But, for outdoor adventuring, I typically do day trips of 4-15 mile hikes in the mountains for hunting, amateur radio, or just roaming around. I've previously used various hydration-oriented daypacks from Camelback (Cloudwalker, Hawg, etc), but have started to move toward Osprey because they're better designed for my needs and lighter. I just picked up an Osprey Daylite Cinch and have had an Osprey hip pack (don't recall the name, but has dual water bottle pockets). The Daylite Cinch is very light, but has a decent amount of capacity and can carry a 100oz bladder. I can get a full 100oz bladder, radio gear, first aid kit, and incidentals in it and not feel like I have a huge lump on my back. It'll be a little small for winter adventuring where I may need to stash a layer or two, extra socks, etc, but I think it'll be fine for 3-season use in the Blue Ridge Mtns. The Daylite Cinch wears high enough on my back that I can also wear the hip pack if needed for extra capacity.

Chris

[Unisaw]

For trips up to 12 days, I use a Red Oxx (https://www.redoxx.com/) Air Boss along with a Grey Ghost backpack. I've been using it for about 15 years and it shows virtually no wear. For overnight trips, I use a Red Oxx Mini Boss.

[mmc45414]

What are your favorites? What to steer clear of?

For a Murse I occasionally use an Aerostitch Messenger Bag. A few years ago we took an Amtrak trip and the two of combined our wallets and glasses and such in the Letter size and MrsMMc left her purse at home. I also have the full size Courier version (not the Parcel) and it is handy as a brief case laptop bag alternative. If used for off-body carry it looks like it is motorcycle gear, not gun gear. We got waxed cotton green in both of them and it looks a little more subtle, but still has the reflector stipe. Pretty sure I have never used either one on a motorcycle, but nice to know I maybe could.


I have also relatively recently purchased a Pelican 1615 Air as a checked luggage container
I have thought about that as well, I no longer do much air travel, but it would be handy for other stuff so maybe I will take a plunge at some point.

[guymontag]

I am a big fan of London Bridge Trading, US made and solid construction, but that is going to be tactical looking and not true luggage.
Have a buddy who lives by Osprey.

Sounds like we could be friends. I like LBT, and even though I don’t mind the MOLLE, LBT does have nice looking slick packs in green and tan ever so often. I like their 3DAP, and I may pick up another of their smaller slick bags. Great quality and bombproof.

I have older Osprey sling bags/satchels and also a newer backpack, great feature set, not as bombproof of materials but still good quality in their smaller lineups.

[ECK]

I used to be all about bomb-proof packs made out of 1000 denier Cordura or even Ballistics nylon. Also heavy duty footwear and clothing. I’ve spent a lot of time over the last 30 years working in the woods with a heavy duty constructed pack on, Whites boots, and either kevlar nomex pants or Filson waxed pants when it was wet out. Then as I moved into mgmt in my 40’s and into my 50’s and as my outdoor outings became more casual / recreation oriented I migrated over to lighter and lighter weight gear and outer wear.

I haven’t gone hyperlite yet, but most times I’m hiking or biking in some sort of trail running shoe, a lightweight Osprey, and lightweight clothes suitable for the conditions. That whole backpacker’s mantra of grams become ounces, ounces become pounds, pounds become pain…. I still have my OG bomber stuff, but only wear if it I’m in pay status and it is required PPE….

[vcdgrips]

Intersection of quality and value is Osprey with there no BS lifetime warranty. They were recent acquired by a Hellen of Troy in a 400 million plus deal. Hopefully they stay true to their roots. While they mostly sew offshore now, it is Vietnam, not the PRC.

https://www.osprey.com/us/en/customer-support/all-mighty-guarantee?utm_source=homepage&utm_medium=parallax

For EDC and travel across a variety of scenarios, I am very high on Tom Bihn. Made in the USA. Owned by a guy named Tom who is still doing the work. No tactical teddy looking at all. Very well thought out. Tier one material. Complete transparency re material countries of origin. Near real time inventory control so they do not take your money unless they have the product or you are buying during a specific pre order period.

If you have a specific use in mind, budget and timeline, happy to personal shop with very specific recommendations. "Bags" are one of my jams.

Edited to add- what to steer clear of

1. Made in the PRC unless there is no viable alternative even if such alternative costs more. In this space, Non PRC made stuff abounds in every price point.

2. Gear that does not use a YKK zipper

3. Overbuilt gear for the application at hand

4. Underbuilt gear for the application at hand

5. Gear that does not use Duraflex or other Tier 1 Brand of buckles etc.

6. Gear that does not use Tier 1 materials generally
for educational purposes
https://www.tombihn.com/pages/materials#zippers


Edited to add again

Default says "Briggs & Riley is probably one of the best choices possible, due to their excellent construction and lifetime warranty."

In the road warrior 1 roller bag/one brief case business traveler arena, that is definitely true. They certainly stand behind their gear.

I recently bought an older two wheeler 20 inch at a thrift store for 10 max. A closer examination after the as is sale revealed a broken bumper and peg. We have an authorized service center at a retailer here in the metro. They fixed it for free in a week with no questioned asked. They even replaced the other side as a preventative measure.

[hiro]

For EDC and travel across a variety of scenarios, I am very high on Tom Bihn. Made in the USA. Owned by a guy named Tom who is still doing the work. No tactical teddy looking at all. Very well thought out. Tier one material. Complete transparency re material countries of origin. Near real time inventory control so they do not take your money unless they have the product or you are buying during a specific pre order period.

Just bought my first Tom Bihn from Doc_Glock here (https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?53116-Tom-Bihn-Synapse-25-X2-and-Synapse-19-Backpacks), the missus has more than I can count, very pleased so far...

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I have thought about that as well, I no longer do much air travel, but it would be handy for other stuff so maybe I will take a plunge at some point.I have used it for carrying gear while traveling by road, for things that I don't care are dirty. Plate carriers, helmets, climbing harnesses, etc. The fact that it's just a big plastic box with wheels and a decent handle (I did not spring for the travel specific version) means that it's also easy to clean out, just hit it with a hose or damp cloth.

[mmc45414]

I have used it for carrying gear while traveling by road, for things that I don't care are dirty. Plate carriers, helmets, climbing harnesses, etc. The fact that it's just a big plastic box with wheels and a decent handle (I did not spring for the travel specific version) means that it's also easy to clean out, just hit it with a hose or damp cloth.

Your sales skills are strong, are you a professional?... :cool:

[Totem Polar]

More MR porn…


It’s called “lifestyle” pictures…

[TOTS]

It’s called “lifestyle” pictures…
Man, we can hang! That pack may be the next one I buy. I think I’m wearing the Kuhl pants I got from you in the picture I posted in the previous page! I definitely was wearing them on a guided fishing trip in 29 degree weather.

[Clusterfrack]

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[pangloss]

I have a Mystery Ranch Coulee 25 that I bought for day hikes. I like it, but sometimes I wish it was a little larger and had more organization. To be fair, I've only used it on three trips thus far, so my opinion is still forming. We're traveling right now, and a couple of days ago, I noticed a guy with a slightly larger MR, a Scree 32, I think. I sort of wished that I'd bought that pack instead. However, for carrying water, the Coulee is great. It has four external water bottle pockets and a place on the inside for a bladder. We visited Arches National Park yesterday, and I greatly appreciated how easy it was for me to load up with water.

For in town travel, I really love the Osprey Porters. I have a 30 for when I'm flying with just a carry on and for weekend trips. For longer trips I have a 65. These two cover all my bases.

Lastly, I have an Eberlestock Bandit. I want to love this bag, but it seems too small and too heavy. The central compartment is a narrower that I would like. I honestly haven't found much use for the bag yet, so don't let my critique give you a negative impression of the brand. I think a small Vertx back pack would have my utility for me than the Eberlestock.

[Doc_Glock]

For my set of requirements I have been trying a lot of packs lately. Osprey is hard to beat overall IMO. I don’t get on with the over built nature of many packs.

The nice thing about packs is they are way cheaper than guns and super easy to return or sell if you don’t care for them.

I don’t travel enough to have an opinion on luggage. I just usually grab what costco
has on sale and they last enough.

In use:
Osprey Transporter Zip Top 30 daily-worn up to four hours walking to and from work or two hours biking.
HMG Southwest 2400 for backpacking.
HMG Daybreak Black Large for Day hikes
Osprey Talon 10 for MTB rides


Returned/sold
Osprey Porter 30
Osprey Skarab 30
Osprey Hikelite 32
Mystery Ranch Scree 32
Osprey Transporter Roll Top 26
Tom Bihn Smart Alec 26
Camelbak Linchpin
Tom Bihn Synapse 19
HMG Summit 30
Black Diamond Street Creek 30


Retired but keeping around:
Tom Bihn Synik 30
Tom Bihn Synapse 25
HMG Daybreak White Med
Elemental Horizons Kalais X2
Camelbak Alpine Explorer
Camelbak Blowfish

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That photo is “riding to work”

[Cookie Monster]

I got 150 days of travel on a 45L Patagonia MLC. Max load is about 22 lbs so kinda at the edge with an old school lap top.

I recently prioritize a bit and fit into a 26L Patagonia MLC. I liked it better but that was solo travel and not travel with family which often adds things here and there.

I like the living out of those MLC’s over a backpack with the organization but also heavily use Eagle Creek packing cubes.
But you gotta stay under 20lbs so if you are hauling camera gear or other heavy go elsewhere.

I am sold on travel with less than 45L and I really liked moving down to 26L but need to do some work on some more travel friendly pants and more wool shirts that can survive a wear or two without being gross.

[JohnO]

Hill People Gear and London Bridge Trading Co. are my go to sources these days.

I have a NorthFace day pack I used in college in the 80's still going strong. Back then NorthFace was a specialty shop brand. I would be surprised if they still are of the same quality.

[CSW]

Hill People Gear and London Bridge Trading Co. are my go to sources these days.

I have a NorthFace day pack I used in college in the 80's still going strong. Back then NorthFace was a specialty shop brand. I would be surprised if they still are of the same quality.

I've an old North Face Borealis that was a go to for years, but since last Christmas, this pack is my go-to for everything. It wasn't 'tactical' looking, and holds alot of stuff.
Not too big, not too small, and can be worked with my Recon Kit bag.https://hillpeoplegear.com/Products/CategoryID/3/ProductID/128

https://hillpeoplegear.com/Portals/21/CVStoreImages/9c0186eb-0971-4532-bb73-c0571e87f633_1000.jpg

[rob_s]

My many-years-long quest thread on this forum about my rotation of various “dad bags” is quite the trip down memory lane for me.

https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?23854-Need-new-dad-bag

As a dad, the needs over the years change as kids get older and circumstances evolve. Iirc when my quest first began we had smaller kids, we had Disney annual passes, etc. and so I “needed” a larger bag/backpack because it wasn’t just me I was schlepping for.

Now that I only carry my own crap, the Fanny pack is where it’s at for me. I just flew with it for the first time and now that I have an iPad mini (on which I’m typing this) that fits in it, I’m in love with the solution, and my bag in particular.

Mine is the Aer Day Sling 2, and I have the OD
https://www.aersf.com/day-sling-2-black

They now make a “3”
https://www.aersf.com/day-sling-3-black

Carried it all around a music festival yesterday and just love it more and more all the time.

[RoyGBiv]

They now make a “3”
https://www.aersf.com/day-sling-3-black


Thanks for the heads up!

How the heck does a retailer fail to post any photos of the product actually being WORN? :mad:

https://packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/day-sling-3/

https://cdn.packhacker.com/2022/03/b578716c-aer-day-sling-3-outdoor.jpg

[rob_s]

Thanks for the heads up!

How the heck does a retailer fail to post any photos of the product actually being WORN? :mad:

https://packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/day-sling-3/

https://cdn.packhacker.com/2022/03/b578716c-aer-day-sling-3-outdoor.jpg

I didn’t realize they reduced the capacity from the 2 to the 3 until I read that.
(4.5L for the Day Sling 2, 3L for the Day Sling 3).

I would Think that could be a problem for me.

[RoyGBiv]

I didn’t realize they reduced the capacity from the 2 to the 3 until I read that.
(4.5L for the Day Sling 2, 3L for the Day Sling 3).

I would Think that could be a problem for me.

I prefer the smaller size... definitely considering the 3.

[ssb]

In order of size, I use and like:

1) Viktos Upscale Sling Bag in black. It’s pretty versatile - for vacations, it’s usually my road trip/travel bag. I actually just finished packing mine out for an upcoming trip: cables and charging bricks, a battery bank, flashlight, IFAK, some snacks, an extra spare mag, etc. Or you can use it for its intended purpose, which is carrying a gun in the fast-access compartment. I think I’ve done that like once at the beach. The main compartment barely (and I mean barely) fits my 11” iPad pro, so that or another small device like a Kindle would also fit.

2) Vertx Tourist Sling. This is my work bag and, when I fly, my carry on/personal item/whatever they’re called. Dimensionally, it works very well for carrying an iPad, electronics, chargers, and accessories, tools, an IFAK, some spare mags, some of that water flavoring stuff, tuna packets, pens, work badges, medications, wallets/passports, and all sorts of other small, handy stuff that’s useful when flying or traveling. I bought it because the gun compartment is just big enough for the Microsoft Surfaces they give us at work, but I hate my work Surface because it sucks and I kind of hope my dog eats it so work will give me a new one so I rarely carry it. It is not big enough for a traditional laptop.

3) Hill People Gear Tarahumara. Completely overbuilt, pass-down-to-your-kids-someday, American-made hiking daypack. Carries a pair of Naglenes, some snacks, a first aid kit, and some light emergency supplies. Stuff can be docked to the main compartment if need be, and there’s shock cord to stuff a jacket into. Has served me well through local hikes and Glacier, Yellowstone, Yosimite, Zion, and soon to be Rocky Mountain National Parks. The harness is very comfortable.

4) Eberlestock Switchblade. Apparently this was designed to EDC a rifle/PDW/whatever, so it has some rifle magazine pouches on the inside of the otherwise very useful top compartment that I wish were shaped a bit differently. Size wise, it’s about a 24-36 hour pack in my opinion. The only mod I did was to add shock cord to the useless not-molle on the exterior of the pack. Externally it’s discrete, but the lead character in The Terminal List does prominently pull an M4 out of one on screen so more people may recognize it for what it is. Harness is nice and breathes well. Mine is pretty comfy loaded with about 30lbs of stuff. The zipper is pretty cool and allows me to get at different stuff inside the pack without unloading the whole thing. If I packed right, this and the Vertx Tourist Sling would probably serve me quite well for a long weekend flight with no checked baggage.

[Clusterfrack]

My favorite ruck: Eagle comms pack, USA made.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220816/a4d046efce4bac0f9ef988a6e4289cc3.jpg

[Clusterfrack]

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[DamonL]

I didn’t realize they reduced the capacity from the 2 to the 3 until I read that.
(4.5L for the Day Sling 2, 3L for the Day Sling 3).

I would Think that could be a problem for me.

I have been looking at these since you posted. What size do you think is useful? The Day Sling 3 Max is 6 liters and slightly larger. Is that too large?

[orionz06]

Tom Binh and Filson are what I use. ULA Equipment, an ultralight backpacking gear company, makes some stuff too that I'd get, but there's a little durability sacrifice made for weight.

[rob_s]

I have been looking at these since you posted. What size do you think is useful? The Day Sling 3 Max is 6 liters and slightly larger. Is that too large?

At that size I’d want more of an actual sling than an oversized Fanny pack. Something like this.
https://www.osprey.com/us/en/product/daylite-sling-DAYLTSLNGS21.html

For me, yes, the max is too large. As seen here on this guys back, which shows the scale pretty well.

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[DamonL]

I guess it really depends on what the daily carry needs are to find the right size and bag. There are so many choices out there. Thanks.

[BobLoblaw]

I mostly have regular, inexpensive backpack/sacks: LL Bean, Jansport, OGIO. I have purchased nicer ones too and even a Filson but they "didn't bring me joy." I try not to spend much on latest/greatest tech fabrics either since I work indoors.

Same goes with luggage: baggage handlers will destroy the most bombproof luggage you can find. I'd rather be seen as a brokeass who can't afford a nice bag than deal with the insurance companies trying to get paid back for your expensive damaged luggage. I want to deal with airlines as little as humanly possible.

[4RNR]

For anything casual up to 3 days I use my book bag from highschool. Up to recently it was also used as a range bag.

Anything requiring actual travel like vacations I just borrow whatever my parents or sister has.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220909/e7439ddb96219427caf5f083016b171a.jpg

Even when I went camping over the weekends it would just be that school bag. Everything is need fits comfortably into it. Some food, some water, some extra clothes. The bottom portion can't be seen in the tent https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220909/5236af5a91b92139abf0a5a1210aa075.jpg

[DamonL]

Alright, so I found this.

https://www.tomtoc.com/products/tomtoc-urban-sling-bag-with-8-inch-minimalist-edc-design-black

It is very close in design to the discontinued AER Day Sling 2.

[Up1911Fan]

I have an overnight sized and 3 day weekend sized Filson duffel bags that I really like.

[rob_s]

Alright, so I found this.

https://www.tomtoc.com/products/tomtoc-urban-sling-bag-with-8-inch-minimalist-edc-design-black

It is very close in design to the discontinued AER Day Sling 2.

I like that. Nice clean lines. Wish it didn’t have the giant logo on it, but it’s not terribly offensive and wouldn’t keep me from buying.

[SouthNarc]

Current weekly load out for 120 lbs of gear roughly.

Blackhawk rolling duffel. This is a cheap peace of shit and I buy a new one about every 18 months. It’s only bag that works for all the protective gear. Alumni recognize this as the “dead hooker” bag.

Pelican/Storm IM 2720 hard case for 6 sim guns and two live pistols.

Filson 243 Pullman for clothes, footwear, my range bag, so on.

Goruck Heritage 21L GR1 in field tan waxed canvas is my flight back that has my laptop, batteries, a woobie, ultralight Arcterx waterproof insulating jacket, shaving kit, a pair of socks, underwear, a black t shirt, small blow out kit, bamboo eating utensils if I DoorDash at my hotel and they forget that shit, sleeping mask, Bose noise cancelling earbuds and a bag with all my cables.

[RoyGBiv]

Alright, so I found this.

https://www.tomtoc.com/products/tomtoc-urban-sling-bag-with-8-inch-minimalist-edc-design-black

It is very close in design to the discontinued AER Day Sling 2.

Amazon has the 8-inch version for $42 before a 10% coupon... LINK (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08HSZ7HSF/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A23FWTZ8UX6LWK&th=1).
I picked on e up to give it a try for size. I think 4.5L is going to be too big for my needs.... But for ~$40 delivered tomorrow... worth a try before I go for the Aer DS3.

[theJanitor]

I've got three sizes of Chrome messenger bags for use in the city. I find slings to be more comfortable for city use, and they easily swing to the front when on a bus, catching a cab or an uber, etc. my oldest one is probably ten years old, and still looks great

[Default.mp3]

Blackhawk rolling duffel. This is a cheap peace of shit and I buy a new one about every 18 months. It’s only bag that works for all the protective gear. Alumni recognize this as the “dead hooker” bag.Is this due to the size of the bag? Osprey has a few larger rolling duffels that might be worth checking out, if so, though they are a little smaller at 120L (https://www.osprey.com/us/en/product/transporter-wheeled-duffel-120-ROLLTRN120F21_550.html) or 130L (https://www.osprey.com/us/en/product/shuttle-wheeled-130l-36-SHUTTLE36_308.html).

[Clusterfrack]

Or this one? SouthNarc

NARGear Bodybag WHEELS GEN2-122L
https://nargear.com/shop/firefighter/bodybag-wheels-gen2-122l/
https://nargear.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BBWG2-07.jpg

[Cookie Monster]

Or this one? SouthNarc

NARGear Bodybag WHEELS GEN2-122L
https://nargear.com/shop/firefighter/bodybag-wheels-gen2-122l/
https://nargear.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BBWG2-07.jpg

I don’t know about the rolling luggage.

Used a 120 L Nar Gear for years as a wildland fire gear bag, downsized to the 80 L because I was packing too much stuff around.

Also got a 45 for a three day bag. The gen 2 stuff is nice.

Just repacked the 80 after a roll and thinking I could maybe fit in 60 except for the tent.

[Cookie Monster]

Looking to take the family on some backpacking trips.

Two boys are 7 so they can carry some stuff but thinking I’ll be hauling a bunch and mainly bulk like all the sleeping bags and pads. Also thinking we’ll be rolling pretty plush and the max hike out would be 3 miles.

I am thinking this might work:

https://www.seallinegear.com/packs-duffels/black-canyon-dry-pack/black-canyon-boundary-pack.html

Any suggestions for a gear hauler let me know.

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Looking to take the family on some backpacking trips.

Two boys are 7 so they can carry some stuff but thinking I’ll be hauling a bunch and mainly bulk like all the sleeping bags and pads. Also thinking we’ll be rolling pretty plush and the max hike out would be 3 miles.

I am thinking this might work:

https://www.seallinegear.com/packs-duffels/black-canyon-dry-pack/black-canyon-boundary-pack.html

Any suggestions for a gear hauler let me know.Any reason you picked that out? The fact that info area states that the suspension is only for moderate loads makes me leery of using it as a general purpose hauler for camping, I would personally think that a standard backpack from the likes of Osprey, Gregory, Mystery Ranch, etc., with a proper suspension system to be a better choice if you don't plan on doing a bunch of water-centered stuff where an entire waterproof backpack is warranted versus just sticking the sensitive stuff into a dry bag into a normal backpack. The fact that there's minimal organization is also likely to be quite annoying, IMO.

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Any reason you picked that out? The fact that info area states that the suspension is only for moderate loads makes me leery of using it as a general purpose hauler for camping, I would personally think that a standard backpack from the likes of Osprey, Gregory, Mystery Ranch, etc., with a proper suspension system to be a better choice if you don't plan on doing a bunch of water-centered stuff where an entire waterproof backpack is warranted versus just sticking the sensitive stuff into a dry bag into a normal backpack. The fact that there's minimal organization is also likely to be quite annoying, IMO.


Reasons:

- I feel like I am looking for just a big sack - we’ll yardsale at the campground.
- I think I am looking for something over 100L which few companies sell and getting into an Ospery or Mystery Ranch at 80L would be 400 bones plus. Looking at carrying three sleeping bags, three pads, probably a pillow and stuffed animal or two, tent for four, and cook stuff/food for four. But only for an overnight.
- I am thinking it would 50 plus pounds but I only need to suffer under it for 1 to 2 hours max.
- Looking to break away from car camping but hauling a bunch of stuff a mile or two.

Looking for a big sack, doesn’t have to be a dry bag. I looked at rock climbing haul bags as well.

I think your view was right. I would like to have a better suspension system on it.

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Reasons:

- I feel like I am looking for just a big sack - we’ll yardsale at the campground.
- I think I am looking for something over 100L which few companies sell and getting into an Ospery or Mystery Ranch at 80L would be 400 bones plus. Looking at carrying three sleeping bags, three pads, probably a pillow and stuffed animal or two, tent for four, and cook stuff/food for four. But only for an overnight.
- I am thinking it would 50 plus pounds but I only need to suffer under it for 1 to 2 hours max.
- Looking to break away from car camping but hauling a bunch of stuff a mile or two.

Looking for a big sack, doesn’t have to be a dry bag. I looked at rock climbing haul bags as well.

I think your view was right. I would like to have a better suspension system on it.I would definitely look at a regular pack. Not only would they probably have better suspension, but would also likely have better lash points compared to the dry bag pack, as you can not only lash stuff under the pack, but also squeeze things between the pack and the lid, and possibly have straps on the side, too, so you would likely be able to get away with something <100 L, albeit with a bazillion things strapped on, but you can slowly strap less stuff over time as your boys grow older and carry more stuff, while still having a decent pack overall (light but bulk stuff like foam sleeping pads or sleeping bags in appropriate stuff sucks are great candidates to have strapped on the outside).

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I wanted a less overtly tactical backpack for overseas work travel. Since I’ve fallen in deep with Triple Aught Design, when I found an Axiom 24 on sale I jumped on it. It is now my work backpack for domestic and overseas travel.

My small personal laptop fits in the padded laptop compartment accessible through a side zipper. Another flat compartment opposite holds important documents (inevitable Covid paperwork for every overseas trip, thankfully appearing less and less needed).

Two internal and fairly narrow bottle pockets carry hydration. The main compartment is large enough for charges, books, iPad, snacks, etc. The “admin section” in front has ample organization. My only complaint is the shoulder strap is prone to slip it’s moorings and come loose on one side or the other at the bottom. Haven’t solved that yet but probably could if I tried.

The pack fits well under an airline seat or in overhead bins.

The bag’s material is very liquid resistant and great to feel in the hand. The pack feels like a quality piece. Shoulder straps are par for the course for Triple Aught Design, so superb.
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I'm being purposefully vague due to the terms of being on OPL, but it's worth picking up an account even if you don't need any packs.

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Looking to take the family on some backpacking trips.

Two boys are 7 so they can carry some stuff but thinking I’ll be hauling a bunch and mainly bulk like all the sleeping bags and pads. Also thinking we’ll be rolling pretty plush and the max hike out would be 3 miles.

I am thinking this might work:

https://www.seallinegear.com/packs-duffels/black-canyon-dry-pack/black-canyon-boundary-pack.html

Any suggestions for a gear hauler let me know.


Made a 3 day/2 night backpacking trip with the family. Some challenges but lots of win for the 7 year olds and the parents. Used my 115 L NAR Gear Duffle Bag for the 3 mile hike in and out. It was rough on the way in - probably 50 lbs with just shoulder straps and a hot afternoon. On the way out, it was just fine after eating all the food and using the consumables and temps in the 60's, maybe around 30+ lbs or so.

I will be looking for a better solution then a duffle bag eventually.

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NAR Rolling Carryon is working well for a wide range of uses from air travel to camping.

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NAR Rolling Carryon is working well for a wide range of uses from air travel to camping.

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One thing I wish I knew when I was younger was that living out of a duffle is much easier than a backpack with having to pull everything out to get to stuff. I spent my 20’s with backpacking packs and lots of travel.

That and packing cubes. I found packing cubes like 5 years ago, maybe 6. Everything is in color coded Eagle Creek sil-nylon packing cubes. I must have $400+ in those bitches across my wildland fire two week bag - always packed, my 3 day travel bag, my one week travel bag, and my work laptop bag. The dual sided clean/dirty ones are especially nice.

It’s messed up it took me the second look at the photo to notice the guns. I suck.