Luggage Bags and Packs
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It'll fit AJ, cheaper than buying him an airline ticket…..
leave him alone. he's only little
in a cockney accent
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Bedouin have produced the Pequod in Dyneema and leather.
@Cutlasshound has probably got one already.
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Bedouin have produced the Pequod in Dyneema and leather.
@Cutlasshound has probably got one already.
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Certainly tempted….....
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I’d buy the Pequod and if another bag I want falls through I just might. Still in love with my dyneema Balian [emoji3590]. Bedouin just makes such incredible stuff.
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Ok People, question about Porter Yoshida bags.
What is the difference between Tanker and Force Series?
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I dont know much about the Force collection but Tanker has been their bread and butter for a long time. But, going off of a product description on END, it appears that Force may just be a ripstop fabric versus their tanker nylon? However when I look at other images, Force looks almost identical to Tanker [emoji848] Sometimes, Porter designates a differently themed product line with similar or the same fabric by a different name. Sorry I’m not much help, but any way you go with a Porter product is a win/win. Their quality is really top notch. I think it was Heddels that did an article about them and the way they train their sewing team is INSANE!
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Yeah I got a wallet and I think I need more gear!
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Ok People, question about Porter Yoshida bags.
What is the difference between Tanker and Force Series?
Thank you!Did you manage to pick one up in the end?
Pretty sure the essential difference is the type of nylon that is used (tanker series uses the same type twill as the ma-1 jackets).
If you are still in the market for one then I would recommend going on Porters Japanese website, as there are so many more styles available generally.
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Custom Bagjack L NXL messenger.
Saw the specs of this one on Instagram and was pretty much perfect for me.
Checkered tarpaulin liner (looks textured but actually has a smooth surface), carry handle added along with various attachment points including olive molle webbing throughout.
Multiple zippered compartments, two on interior and zip running along the top of the flap to allow ease of access into main compartment. Fidlock buckles (not used these ones before and they, like all the fidlock products I have used, are excellent).
Couple of pics with 10”ipad, 0.75l Camelbak Chute and a can of coke to get an idea of scale. Can fit more in but thought that they were pretty good points of reference generally.
Also pictured alongside a Bagjack NXL custom Sputnik.
One thing I will say is that Bagjack were exceptional at helping me pick out what I wanted. However, As soon as the bag was ordered, their customer service became excruciating. Possibly some of the worst that I have experienced.
The bag was supposed to take twelve weeks. That came and went and heard nothing so I chased them for an update. They said they would chase their production dept and that bag would be ready the following week. That came and went. Chased them again. They then said that bag was too complicated and that would take a further three weeks (could have told me that from the outset, as it was an existing custom option, so complexity issues should not have been surprising). That came and went. Was getting ready to chase them again and then the bag magically got delivered. No notification that it had been posted and to expect it.
Don’t get me wrong, the bag quality is exceptional. However, I would consider myself generally pretty easy going when things go tits up, but I think for the price, the level of customer service was not great. I was considering ordering another custom bag from them in the future but Im now firmly of the opinion that Im just going to give my hard earned money to Giles for some GA instead (i.e. someone that I know personally, like and who - along with the rest of the IH crew - offer an exceptional service).
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Custom Bagjack L NXL messenger.
Saw the specs of this one on Instagram and was pretty much perfect for me.
Checkered tarpaulin liner (looks textured but actually has a smooth surface), carry handle added along with various attachment points including olive molle webbing throughout.
Multiple zippered compartments, two on interior and zip running along the top of the flap to allow ease of access into main compartment. Fidlock buckles (not used these ones before and they, like all the fidlock products I have used, are excellent).
Couple of pics with 10”ipad, 0.75l Camelbak Chute and a can of coke to get an idea of scale. Can fit more in but thought that they were pretty good points of reference generally.
Also pictured alongside a Bagjack NXL custom Sputnik.
One thing I will say is that Bagjack were exceptional at helping me pick out what I wanted. However, As soon as the bag was ordered, their customer service became excruciating. Possibly some of the worst that I have experienced.
The bag was supposed to take twelve weeks. That came and went and heard nothing so I chased them for an update. They said they would chase their production dept and that bag would be ready the following week. That came and went. Chased them again. They then said that bag was too complicated and that would take a further three weeks (could have told me that from the outset, as it was an existing custom option, so complexity issues should not have been surprising). That came and went. Was getting ready to chase them again and then the bag magically got delivered. No notification that it had been posted and to expect it.
Don’t get me wrong, the bag quality is exceptional. However, I would consider myself generally pretty easy going when things go tits up, but I think for the price, the level of customer service was not great. I was considering ordering another custom bag from them in the future but Im now firmly of the opinion that Im just going to give my hard earned money to Giles for some GA instead (i.e. someone that I know personally, like and who - along with the rest of the IH crew - offer an exceptional service).
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Custom Bagjack L NXL messenger.
Saw the specs of this one on Instagram and was pretty much perfect for me.
Checkered tarpaulin liner (looks textured but actually has a smooth surface), carry handle added along with various attachment points including olive molle webbing throughout.
Multiple zippered compartments, two on interior and zip running along the top of the flap to allow ease of access into main compartment. Fidlock buckles (not used these ones before and they, like all the fidlock products I have used, are excellent).
Couple of pics with 10”ipad, 0.75l Camelbak Chute and a can of coke to get an idea of scale. Can fit more in but thought that they were pretty good points of reference generally.
Also pictured alongside a Bagjack NXL custom Sputnik.
One thing I will say is that Bagjack were exceptional at helping me pick out what I wanted. However, As soon as the bag was ordered, their customer service became excruciating. Possibly some of the worst that I have experienced.
The bag was supposed to take twelve weeks. That came and went and heard nothing so I chased them for an update. They said they would chase their production dept and that bag would be ready the following week. That came and went. Chased them again. They then said that bag was too complicated and that would take a further three weeks (could have told me that from the outset, as it was an existing custom option, so complexity issues should not have been surprising). That came and went. Was getting ready to chase them again and then the bag magically got delivered. No notification that it had been posted and to expect it.
Don’t get me wrong, the bag quality is exceptional. However, I would consider myself generally pretty easy going when things go tits up, but I think for the price, the level of customer service was not great. I was considering ordering another custom bag from them in the future but Im now firmly of the opinion that Im just going to give my hard earned money to Giles for some GA instead (i.e. someone that I know personally, like and who - along with the rest of the IH crew - offer an exceptional service).
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Custom Bagjack L NXL messenger.
Saw the specs of this one on Instagram and was pretty much perfect for me.
Checkered tarpaulin liner (looks textured but actually has a smooth surface), carry handle added along with various attachment points including olive molle webbing throughout.
Multiple zippered compartments, two on interior and zip running along the top of the flap to allow ease of access into main compartment. Fidlock buckles (not used these ones before and they, like all the fidlock products I have used, are excellent).
Couple of pics with 10”ipad, 0.75l Camelbak Chute and a can of coke to get an idea of scale. Can fit more in but thought that they were pretty good points of reference generally.
Also pictured alongside a Bagjack NXL custom Sputnik.
One thing I will say is that Bagjack were exceptional at helping me pick out what I wanted. However, As soon as the bag was ordered, their customer service became excruciating. Possibly some of the worst that I have experienced.
The bag was supposed to take twelve weeks. That came and went and heard nothing so I chased them for an update. They said they would chase their production dept and that bag would be ready the following week. That came and went. Chased them again. They then said that bag was too complicated and that would take a further three weeks (could have told me that from the outset, as it was an existing custom option, so complexity issues should not have been surprising). That came and went. Was getting ready to chase them again and then the bag magically got delivered. No notification that it had been posted and to expect it.
Don’t get me wrong, the bag quality is exceptional. However, I would consider myself generally pretty easy going when things go tits up, but I think for the price, the level of customer service was not great. I was considering ordering another custom bag from them in the future but Im now firmly of the opinion that Im just going to give my hard earned money to Giles for some GA instead (i.e. someone that I know personally, like and who - along with the rest of the IH crew - offer an exceptional service).
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Custom Bagjack L NXL messenger.
Saw the specs of this one on Instagram and was pretty much perfect for me.
Checkered tarpaulin liner (looks textured but actually has a smooth surface), carry handle added along with various attachment points including olive molle webbing throughout.
Multiple zippered compartments, two on interior and zip running along the top of the flap to allow ease of access into main compartment. Fidlock buckles (not used these ones before and they, like all the fidlock products I have used, are excellent).
Couple of pics with 10”ipad, 0.75l Camelbak Chute and a can of coke to get an idea of scale. Can fit more in but thought that they were pretty good points of reference generally.
Also pictured alongside a Bagjack NXL custom Sputnik.
One thing I will say is that Bagjack were exceptional at helping me pick out what I wanted. However, As soon as the bag was ordered, their customer service became excruciating. Possibly some of the worst that I have experienced.
The bag was supposed to take twelve weeks. That came and went and heard nothing so I chased them for an update. They said they would chase their production dept and that bag would be ready the following week. That came and went. Chased them again. They then said that bag was too complicated and that would take a further three weeks (could have told me that from the outset, as it was an existing custom option, so complexity issues should not have been surprising). That came and went. Was getting ready to chase them again and then the bag magically got delivered. No notification that it had been posted and to expect it.
Don’t get me wrong, the bag quality is exceptional. However, I would consider myself generally pretty easy going when things go tits up, but I think for the price, the level of customer service was not great. I was considering ordering another custom bag from them in the future but Im now firmly of the opinion that Im just going to give my hard earned money to Giles for some GA instead (i.e. someone that I know personally, like and who - along with the rest of the IH crew - offer an exceptional service).
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Im just going to give my hard earned money to Giles for some GA instead (i.e. someone that I know personally, like and who - along with the rest of the IH crew - offer an exceptional service).
I'll try not to piss you off in the interim then
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Didnt know exactly where to put this one so here is as good as any [emoji6]
I’ve been using a GoodArt BLB for my house keys (plus a ton of junks) since they came out and it’s hard to beat. It’s secure, stylish, holds a ton, and it gets better with age. So even though it’s great I wanted to take a break and try something new. No real reason why but it’s like the thrill of a new denim cut or wallet I guess.
So Carryology came out with a collab w/ Orbitkey and it centers around the super magnetic Fidlocks. I have them on a bunch of different bags and they are great! Addictively snappy, fast, and super secure to boot. Love them and I had to cop asap. I got my keyrings today and here it is:
Notice that there is one male piece and two female pieces connected to different options: a carabiner or steel clip. The fabric parts are hypalon which should be pretty wear resistant as opposed to leather which could stretch or crack. The pieces are CNC machined and pretty overbuilt. Overall it’s a nice piece of kit
So as you can see on my BLB, I had a lot of little pocket tools like a JL Lawson bottleopener, flashlight, Tender button, and a damascus splinter for boxes, etc. I’ve carried some of these little pieces for almost 20 years but sadly because the magnets of the Fidlocks are so potent the steel bits become a nuisance and slow down what should be a quick process. [emoji37]
Here is the carabiner
And the belt clip
Both fit really securely and feel really functional for different circumstances. I’ve subbed out the damascus piece for a Fred Perrin titanium key and added a Jeff Hall ti bottle opener. The brass lantern is ok for now but as the clip is steel it may be trimmed. Anyway will be giving this a shot for now, my BLB is pretty sad looking so we’ll see how long it lasts [emoji23]
Sorry for the long winded review of a friggin keychain, but if you’re into this kind of stuff I hope it was worth while!
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My Ortlieb addiction continues.
I have been searching for the perfect bag to wear whilst lure fishing from the shore. I have a fantastic technical fishing vest/flotation device, but it forces me to cast and retrieve, in a slightly unnatural position, the result is a bit of golfers elbow, so I will reserve that for when I am fishing off rocks or in the surf or on my own in any slightly dangerous situation. This new bag will be for when I am wandering around relatively benign environments. It is waterproof, light and has plenty of storage space, though it was designed primarily as a courier bag, does not have as many internal pockets as I would like. I'll play at loading it up tomorrow…..
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I’m also an Ortlieb fan. Their bags are all I use for motorcycle trips. I have three of theirs in different colors/sizes, and just pick the one best suited for the trip duration/gear needs. EXCELLENT stuff.
They have relegated all other previous bags to the storage room.
