Luggage Bags and Packs
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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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Ended up pulling the trigger or the Teranishi Venture LT. I will be sure to follow up with some use pictures and feedback once I get it on hand. Thanks again for all the help!
https://www.teranishistudio.com/collections/stocked/products/venture-lt-tobacco
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Looks like you got his last one too[emoji106]
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I saw the Teranishi Venture at the Carryology Store a few months back, and it's a really nice piece. I'm tempted by one myself.
Enjoy!
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If anyone else is eyeing up the Outlier range, here's a 16% off discount code, valid until the end of the year:
NoReturns,NoRefunds,NoExchanges
It was posted to the Outlier subreddit earlier today.
I'm tempted by the Quadzip, and Dufflepack. @Anesthetist might want to take a look at the Double Action Strap, as I think that a few people have used them as upgrades for the SDR Traveller.
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If anyone else is eyeing up the Outlier range, here's a 16% off discount code, valid until the end of the year:
NoReturns,NoRefunds,NoExchanges
It was posted to the Outlier subreddit earlier today.
I'm tempted by the Quadzip, and Dufflepack. @Anesthetist might want to take a look at the Double Action Strap, as I think that a few people have used them as upgrades for the SDR Traveller.
Thanks for the code Graeme, I might get a set of the straps. One my only problems with the D3 is that in backpack mode, it can be a problem getting the bag on my shoulders. There isnt a lot of space and my arms get caught which makes the straps shift which is a real pain. Once it is set up, it's great but it is a real chore.
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I was thinking of getting the Quadzip and a couple of flat packs with the code, but it worked out as a $60 discount, which was pretty much wiped out by $50 in shipping. I don't need a backpack desperately at the moment, so I'll pick one up at a later date, ideally when I'm in the States.
The other temptation was the J. Panther Ventile RucTote, but Well Dressed Dad's Review suggested that the straps might be a bit short to wear it as a backpack. I've met Nick, and he's a bit shorter than me, so I think that it would be a problem.
Ah well, off to save up for the Bole rucksack.
