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    • GraemeG
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      Sounds like you went shopping at Rushfaster…

      I'm leaning towards a Defy Verbockel at the moment. They're probably the ugliest rucksack in the world, but they're about the right size, and a simple sort of design. It doesn't have a sternum strap, but I think that I could fit one.

      I actually prefer the Lug, but it's probably a bit too small.

      The Makr Flap Rucksack looks nice, and is tempting. There's no provision for a sternum strap, and that might be a deal-breaker for on a bike.

      The Modern Industry Drive is one of my favourites, but is too small. However, I did ask about the now-discontinued Faraday, and apparently a new version is coming in August if all goes to plan.

      I also really like the Acronym 3A 9TS. I think that the size (approx 40 x 30 x 20 cm) could work as a small carry on, particularly with packing cubes and careful loading. But I'm not sure how comfortable it'll be to carry with a full load, or how stable it'd be on a motorbike.

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        @Graeme:

        Sounds like you went shopping at Rushfaster…

        Spot on.

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        • mclaincauseyM
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          That acronym is sweet. I wonder if bagjack make a cheaper rendition.

          Think it, be it.

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            …and the bag is here, the divider on the inside goes all the way to the bottom on both sides. It's going back on my first day off.... @Graeme I'm back with you in here again 😮

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            • GraemeG
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              @Snowy I'm disappointed with you! Perhaps order the Mission Workshop and see if you can make it work.

              Bag shopping for me is waiting until I get settled.

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                Going to re-think for a while before pulling the trigger again. Need to get this big guy back to rushfaster before I won't be able to return it :).

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                • mclaincauseyM
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                  That Acronym tote bag is on eBay if anyone wants it.

                  Think it, be it.

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                    @Snowy:

                    …and the bag is here, the divider on the inside goes all the way to the bottom on both sides. It's going back on my first day off.... @Graeme I'm back with you in here again 😮

                    Got it sent off today, GONE I tell you GONE!

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                    • organisysO
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                      This company make some really nice handmade (in the UK) leather bags…

                      http://alfiedouglas.com/

                      Pride of Japan :-)

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                      • tmgT
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                        After all the research and deliberation, I went with the Goruck GR1

                        I'm a sucker for accessories, so once I'd added a few choice extras to my basket the price started to climb and then I realised that it was cheaper to
                        buy the bundled GR1 Rucking Kit [emoji3]Having saved some money there I felt I could justify a few other bits, all of which pushed the total high enough that I qualified for free international shipping [emoji106]

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                        • GraemeG
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                          Defy Bags are having a sale for the next 23 or 24 hours (at time of posting). Use the code DEFY28.

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                          • GraemeG
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                            @Snowy I've just taken advantage of the Defy sale to cop a bag.

                            Your turn, again. 😉

                            Topo Designs have just unveiled the Flap Pack, which might work for you. It's about the right size, and Cordura with a tarp lining, so it should be waterproof. No padded laptop compartment, unfortunately.

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                            • CutlasshoundC
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                              @Snowy:

                              @Snowy:

                              …and the bag is here, the divider on the inside goes all the way to the bottom on both sides. It's going back on my first day off.... @Graeme I'm back with you in here again 😮

                              Got it sent off today, GONE I tell you GONE!

                              Here you go old chap, another one for your consideration…...

                              http://www.maharishistore.com/product/Brand_9989DAYBACKPACK_3665_0_0_6.html?utm_source=streamsend&utm_medium=email&utm_content=23789897&utm_campaign=Spring Summer 15 | 9989 High Frequency Welded Day Backpack

                              And a bit of further info...

                              Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

                              I ain't got time to bleed.

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                              • S
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                                Thanks @Cutlasshound! Very interesting & now bookmarked!

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                                  EWhat about this model: my friend has it and he really likes it. I like the design, too: http://www.backcountry.com/images/items/900/TNF/TNF2635/JEAGSP.jpg

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                                  • mclaincauseyM
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                                    @Graeme:

                                    @Snowy I've just taken advantage of the Defy sale to cop a bag.

                                    Your turn, again. 😉

                                    Topo Designs have just unveiled the Flap Pack, which might work for you. It's about the right size, and Cordura with a tarp lining, so it should be waterproof. No padded laptop compartment, unfortunately.

                                    Topo has a store near my favorite um coffee shop, I'll swing by and post some temptations as soon as I can. Baby needs a purse and I suspect they'd have those too.

                                    Think it, be it.

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                                    • S
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                                      I ended up with a Briggs & Riley @Work Large for a work bag, and will eventually replace my cycling backpack. Gave up trying to find one ring to rule them all.

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                                      • GraemeG
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                                        The Washington Post is reporting on the developing IATA Carry OK standard, which is slightly smaller than the current regulations. This graphic shows the new size.

                                        As far as I can gather, the initiative is going to:

                                        • Ensure that everyone's bags will fit on a plane.

                                        • End confusion between airlines imposing different size limits.

                                        • Force everyone to get a new bag. 🙂

                                        The Defy Verbockel is pretty much a perfect size for the new regime. Some of the Tom Bihn bags, in particular the Tri-Star and Aeronaut 30 also work.

                                        @Giles you might want to take a look at the sizes with regards to the upcoming IH bags.

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                                        • louisboscoL
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                                          i'm not sure about the US but in most parts of the world, it's not that highly regulated..

                                          "Loyalty is a two way street. If i'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me."

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                                          • GraemeG
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                                            IATA represent something like 85% of airlines, so it's got a pretty good chance of becoming a standard. Particularly as there's been a trend of downsizing what bags you can carry on. This would just accelerate the trend a few steps.

                                            I wonder if it will change things with the regional Australian carriers. They use the 105 cm standard, which is 50 x 35 x 20 cm. It would certainly make it easier to find a travel bag to go everywhere.

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