Luggage Bags and Packs
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@Anesthetist's SDR bags look good, and I'm tempted by the Outlier Ultrahigh Duffle, which is a similar concept.
According to the blurb, it can expand from fifteen to fifty litres, which should cover most bases. If the Molly sternum strap fits, then it might be stable enough to wear on a motorcycle too. (The one issue I have with Outlier is that they do very limited runs of goods.)
The last run was done as a collaboration with Boreas, and used their Super Tramp frame. That would have carried really well, and I regret not getting one.
The Ultrahigh Quadzip might be a better alternative, but I think that the triangular cross-section would limit its usefulness.
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That duffle also looks really good, probably a bit more versatile than the SDR.
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The SDR D3 Traveller is the big brother of your field kit, and would be another alternative.
I think that the Outlier bag has a better strap system, and I like the fact it doesn't use zippers. But it's more fashion forward, whereas the SDR is more functional.
Incidentally, Jan Chipchase who runs SDR Traveller and Studio D Radiodurans comes over as being 50% interesting, and 50% Nathan Barley.
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Hey, I am currently looking for a bag myself and this thread has been extremely helpful in generating ideas. Primary use would be to go to work (I am an engineer) and classes (I do my MBA in the eveninging), but hopefully the bag could double as a smaller carry on if needed (doesn't need to be a weekender bag but that would be a nice bonus). I primarily drive places due to where I live, biking to get around isn't the best option. I'm not super tall (5'7"), so if the bag looks small, that may be okay. I originally got a Waterfield Staad backpack, but found it to be too wide for my frame and too slim to hold much of use.
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I really like the waxed canvas look.
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I would like to avoid traditional buckles; I have a leather messenger bag but do not tend to use it because the buckles make it take too long to get stuff in and out.
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It needs comfortable straps, sometimes I lug two laptops around and the bag can be heavy, so no all leather straps ideally.
The items I am currently interested in are the Bedouin Delireis, Azo Equipment Amhara, and the Kletterwerks Flip. If anyone has input on those bags or ideas for others, please let me know. I considered the Goruck but decided the more technical look was not what I wanted for the workplace/class.
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Bedouin stuff is great. The only thing I would say is that the waxed canvas can be a but warm on the back.
Trakke and Teranishi also do waxed canvas bags.
I would also highly recommend anything by Bagjack and also Mystery Ranch now do less technical looking offerings. I have two of the Mystery Ranch packs and they are by far the most comfortable backpacks that I have owned in terms of carrying heavy loads due to the adjustable yoke.
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The Kletterwerks bags are made by Mystery Ranch in the US, so what @Cutlasshound says will apply to that brand too.
I'd second the recommendations for Bedouin, Trakke and Teranishi.
The Bedouin Delireis is a nice looking, and beautifully made backpack. It's very small, which might be a good thing for you, but I'd also consider the Pequod and possibly Ottoman, which are a bit larger.
Trakke are a slightly hipster outdoors brand, so their packs will probably carry a bit better than some of the other alternatives. I'm really tempted by one of their rucksacks.
I'm also tempted by the Teranishi Venture.
Other alternatives?
Defy make a range of canvas bags. I've had a Verbockel for about a year, and I'm not 100% sure about it, as the way that the straps are sewn on isn't great. But it's holding together so far.
Frank Clegg Leatherworks offer a few rucksacks that might work better in a corporate environment.
Topo Designs make retro influenced outdoor gear. Like Trakke, they're an outdoor brand with a particular aesthetic, rather than being design led.
Tanner Goods have a couple of canvas and leather backpack designs. I particularly like their salt-and-pepper fabric, which is a lighter alternative.
I like the Mission Workshop backpacks, particularly when you go up their range to the VX and Cobra buckle models. They look as though they'll carry well, but might be a bit technical looking.
Chapman Bags have some nice rucksacks in their range.
On a slightly quirkier note, the J. Panther Luggage Co. do various hybrid rucksack / tote bags. I don't know how well they carry, Carryology's review of the RollTote wasn't entirely positive. I do like the look of the Ventile RucTote, which is currently 30% off in their sale.
SSCY offer similar convertible totes.
The Outlier Ultrahigh Quadzip could be another leftfield choice. It's a modern design, but the Dyneema fabric is ultralight, and it will patinate over time.
Rivendell Mountain Works sell 1970s style mountain gear. The branding is a bit hippy, but they're interesting bags. Not as techical as the other offerings.
Lastly, Home of Millican are another British retro outdoors brand, a bit like Trakke, but probably less technical. I like the look of the Wainwright pack.
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Thank you for the ideas, these are all very helpful.
I had considered the Teranishi Venture, it does look gorgeous and has some nice organization options, especially for a ruck. I am concerned about the comfort of leather straps vs. padded, especially with heavier loads. Is this a justifiable concern? Same goes for the Tanner Goods Voyager, looks really nice but I have concerns about the strap comfort.
The Trakke looks really nice too, I wonder if the buckles end up being annoying to use over time. They look simple enough, but it's hard to tell in an actual use case.
The Millican Wainwright is intriguing, and I had also been considering the Topo Klettersack, but the style may be a bit too outdoorsy for the workplace.
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Triple Aught Designs makes good bags.
I use their Fast Pack myself in Ranger green, but it looks more grey than a dark, muted green.
Mine has multiple zippered pockets, a waterproof pocket perfect for a laptop. The main compartment zippers completely open from top to bottom for the days when you have a big load. It also has belts and clips that can be adjusted to compress your load inside the pack.
It has exterior webbing that can be used for attachments.
It has a padded back and straps for comfort and extended use.
I use mine daily for work. The chest strap works well when I ride my bicycle, helps keep the pack centered, no matter the size of the load.
I've also used it as luggage, and it has become my preferred baggage because even when fully loaded it fits as "carry-on" with the airlines.I'll add this. A really good bag that fits your needs and is durable is worth the money. I use my bag everyday, and I've probably only touched 30% of it's full potential.
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I have nothing to add except that these guys are spot on. I have bags from Teranishi and Bedouin but as people have mentioned they are warm and can shed wax.
@graeme I'm sorry I missed your last post. In my pic, the larger bag is the D3 duffle, the smaller is the field kit. SDR got me hook, line, and sinker.
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Also currently own a Tad litespeed and a Fastpack. Fucking great bags. They have also just released a new one that looks pretty minimalist
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I've owned TAD FAST Packs since they came out with Gen 1. Solid packs, though I don't carry them anymore. I'm not a big fan of having MOLLE on the outside of my pack.
I like my Lightspeed & Dispatch well enough but for the size they are a bit heavy.
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Anesthetist, can you comment to the comfort of the leather straps on Teranishi when loaded up/heavy? The more I look at the Venture the more I like it, but it's a lot of money to drop if it won't be comfortable when loaded and I'm trying to walk a distance. If the lack of padding has never been an issue, that will help make my decision a bit easier.
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I've owned TAD FAST Packs since they came out with Gen 1. Solid packs, though I don't carry them anymore. I'm not a big fan of having MOLLE on the outside of my pack.
I like my Lightspeed & Dispatch well enough but for the size they are a bit heavy.
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This is why I switched over to Vertx bags. They have similar functionality, but a lighter weight (but still durable enough) material. That and they don't scream "tactical" unless I want it to.I'm all for heavy duty stuff because it's cool, but when I'm on the move, "ounces equals pounds, pounds equals pain".
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I do like the heavy duty stuff, just like my jeans ;). I never really noticed the extra weight negatively. I've had lighter weight packs, but my luck has been lighter weight = less durable zippers, weaker stitching, less padding for laptop, etc…
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Anesthetist, can you comment to the comfort of the leather straps on Teranishi when loaded up/heavy? The more I look at the Venture the more I like it, but it's a lot of money to drop if it won't be comfortable when loaded and I'm trying to walk a distance. If the lack of padding has never been an issue, that will help make my decision a bit easier.
Sorry but I have the tear drop which has padded straps. Send me a PM and I'll send you some pics.
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@graeme I'm sorry I missed your last post. In my pic, the larger bag is the D3 duffle, the smaller is the field kit. SDR got me hook, line, and sinker.
I should have charged a finders fee
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I have nothing to add except that these guys are spot on. I have bags from Teranishi and Bedouin but as people have mentioned they are warm and can shed wax.
@graeme I'm sorry I missed your last post. In my pic, the larger bag is the D3 duffle, the smaller is the field kit. SDR got me hook, line, and sinker.
My wax canvas Defy Verbockel gets quite warm and sweaty in the Australian summer, so I'd second what @Anesthetist says, though I haven't had any problems with wax shedding.
I think that the best waxed canvas rucksack was probably the Alite x Boreas collaboration, which mounted a retro pack onto a modern suspension frame. Unfortunately they're sold out, and possibly discontinued.
I didn't realise you had the duffle as well. You're as bad with bags as you are with wallets!
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I do like the heavy duty stuff, just like my jeans ;). I never really noticed the extra weight negatively. I've had lighter weight packs, but my luck has been lighter weight = less durable zippers, weaker stitching, less padding for laptop, etc…
Amen to that!
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