Luggage Bags and Packs
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Anyone with great bag knowledge (I know @Graeme and @Cutlasshound fit the bill, but I am sure many of you I have not already spoken to about this also do) able to recommend a good size rucksack to cycle with that is large enough for a full outfit inc. boots, a water bottle and packed lunch as well as a laptop and notebook etc? My Goruck has lasted me well but is a shade on the small size now. Waterproofing is a bonus given our climate!
CheersPersonally I would avoid any made from waxed canvas as they make your back sweat. I would also go for one with a full clamshell offered rather than a rolltop as they offer far better access. These days, it is not a full clamshell or equivalent (i.e Mystery Ranch tri-zip,m) then I don’t bother looking as I know I will just get irritated with it at some point.
I would have a look at the TAD Axiom range. It has received excellent reviews. https://theperfectpack.com/ reviewed the 18l version but they now do a 24l version which I will pick up at some point. Fabric is vx-21 ripstop which is waterproof and very lightweight.
You could also check out the TAD Fastpack Litespeed (if you are not adverse to a bit of Molle webbing). Pretty sure they have a VX-21 version as a limited run. I had a cordura one. It was excellent and only retired it as have a Mystery Ranch ASAP and a TAD Scout which are more versatile for my needs these days (that and Fran was about to castrate me if I did not get rid of at least one bag).
Otherwise, Bagjack have a lot of nice offerings and they are a cycle courier brand. Eye wateringly expensive for some of the NXL models but the quality is excellent.
Also, out of the left field, the Arcteryx Leaf courier is supposed to be absolutely exceptional, but not sure how much it holds!
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I'd get a Mission Workshop. I reckon the TAD fastpack to be too small. The Rambler from MW expands from 22 to 44 liters.
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The mission workshop ones are looking like the best option so far, though I take @Cutlasshound's point about clamshell vs roll top
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This probably should go into the rant thread, but I was walking in the Riverside Mall the other day in New Orleans and there was a young teenager wearing a plate carrier in there. Not sure what kind of fashion statement he was trying to make, but it reinforced my overall disdain for MOLLE on regular people.
For those that don't know what a plate carrier is:
Clearly this dipshit wasn't using it as intended, because usually there's 20+lbs of steel plates in there. Hauling that shit around all day is no fun.
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i still have a couple of those lying around somewhere from my days in the army..
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Bedouin Foundry Dyneema Delireis is on sale:
https://bedouinfoundry.com/products/delireis-dyneema
Also, I just noticed the Midship. Looks interesting. I like the idea of having the tote handles.
I love my Delireis but I really wish it had a top handle.
I’ve talked myself out of it probably 5 times. I literally promised myself that the Nomin was my last bag….but I did that with my Visvim 20L too [emoji6]
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This probably should go into the rant thread, but I was walking in the Riverside Mall the other day in New Orleans and there was a young teenager wearing a plate carrier in there. Not sure what kind of fashion statement he was trying to make, but it reinforced my overall disdain for MOLLE on regular people.
For those that don't know what a plate carrier is:
Clearly this dipshit wasn't using it as intended, because usually there's 20+lbs of steel plates in there. Hauling that shit around all day is no fun.
Tacticool sheik. Was he wearing a shemagh too?
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what about DSPTCH? i've been looking at the 3sixteen collab model. looks good, decent size.
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Bag whore that I am, as much as I lust after all the great packs out there, these two are pretty hard to beat for my use. The duffel is a Triple Aught Design that folds into its own pocket, can convert into a backpack, and is bomb and water resistant (VX sailcloth construction). Only has two mesh pockets, one external that it folds up into to be about the size of a small frisbee, and an internal one that's large, where I put dirty laundry. When I need a suit, I use a Briggs and Riley roller carry-on. I guess if I have a gap it's a large travel ruck that could support some tech, but the trip that requires that hasn't happened yet. They're clearing these out for $91 right now. https://tripleaughtdesign.com/shop/azimuth-duffel/
The backpack is an old Briggs & Riley @work model. It's on the small side, but that makes it good for under the seat in front of me on a plane and appropriate for business. It has great internal organization and durability. Would love a bit more water resistance, the pen holders are too small, and the water bottle pocket is really just a pocket, but that's about it as far as gripes go. Otherwise perfect, this thing has put my beloved Acronym 3A-5TS messenger back in the closet. Boring and practical won out over cool and modular.
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@mclaincausey the Azimuth duffle looks great.
My girlfriend says I can't get one because we're broke!
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what about DSPTCH? i've been looking at the 3sixteen collab model. looks good, decent size.
I picked one of these up a few months ago and really really like it. Previously I was using a Goruck GR1. The 3sixteen/dspatch is a bit smaller but i find it more enjoyable so far. I can get pictures if need be.
I've even though of getting another color as a backup. [emoji23]
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yeah they look very similar to the GR1. i've been looking at the Goruck for years but i couldn't find the use/need for a second bag pack. the 20L visvim i have serves all my purpose..
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Bag whore that I am, as much as I lust after all the great packs out there, these two are pretty hard to beat for my use. The duffel is a Triple Aught Design that folds into its own pocket, can convert into a backpack, and is bomb and water resistant (VX sailcloth construction). Only has two mesh pockets, one external that it folds up into to be about the size of a small frisbee, and an internal one that's large, where I put dirty laundry. When I need a suit, I use a Briggs and Riley roller carry-on. I guess if I have a gap it's a large travel ruck that could support some tech, but the trip that requires that hasn't happened yet. They're clearing these out for $91 right now. https://tripleaughtdesign.com/shop/azimuth-duffel/
The backpack is an old Briggs & Riley @work model. It's on the small side, but that makes it good for under the seat in front of me on a plane and appropriate for business. It has great internal organization and durability. Would love a bit more water resistance, the pen holders are too small, and the water bottle pocket is really just a pocket, but that's about it as far as gripes go. Otherwise perfect, this thing has put my beloved Acronym 3A-5TS messenger back in the closet. Boring and practical won out over cool and modular.
Hmmm…. Azimuth duffle..... perhaps I need to pick one of these up!
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Do it @Cutlasshound it's simple, but pretty damn great, and a steal at <$100
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The price for the Azimuth is pretty good. I wouldnt mind getting one for a gym bag [emoji848]
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It's a perfect gym bag @Anesthetist , great materials and the internal mesh pocket is good for dirty gym clothes. External is good for keys and such.
