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    Graeme
    啓蒙家
    @ddtrash
    Joined: 30 Mar 2012

    @ddtrash the Trakke Storr might be another option. They have a flat zip to open the front like a suitcase, so they should be pretty foolproof.

    I've linked to the 35 litre version, there are also 20 and 25 litre models. There's not much stock at the moment, so you might have to wait if you want a particular size or colour.

    The Bannoch Pro has a traditional flap opening, with zips down each side of the front panel, allowing easy access. That might be another option, but it's a more complicated closure than the Storr, which increases the risk that the security people can't close it properly.

    Trakke are made in Scotland, and the packs I've seen are well put together. They tend to be conservative in how they estimate volume, so they can be larger than other bags with the same capacity on paper.

    Since no-one has mentioned it, the GoRuck GR series would also be an option.

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      guiltyparty
      Joined: 19 Aug 2010

      @ddtrash I also considered the Dragon 2.0 for an overnight bag but every video review I watched felt it mentioned that it packed a little smaller than what I was hoping for. I do like the zip opening of it a bit more than the classic tri-zip but it's hard to justify the Carryology premium price tag.

      With that said I have the Alpha One Niner Cobra, which is a Carryology collab version of the Evade 1.5 Full and it's fantastic 25L clam shell bag. I also have a 26L GoRuck M23, which packs more like a 30+ liter bag and it's an awesome travel bag.

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        deanclean
        Iron Heart Deity
        Joined: 17 Jan 2014

        These Ortliebs look awesome. I need a new bag to put my swimming stuff in and those could be perfect. It looks like they can be completely hosed off. My current swim bag gets very dirty from the bottom of the lockers. I walk to the pool most times and the backpack looks like a beast. The Atrack looks perfect.

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          Giles
          IHUK Crew
          Joined: 22 Sept 2009

          I have not seen the Atrack (but now I want one 🙂 )

          I am an Ortlieb fanboy though. Paula hates them, but she does not really understand what I need from my luggage.....

          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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            deanclean
            Iron Heart Deity
            Joined: 17 Jan 2014

            I’ll take a good look around the site tonight while at work. I was only looking at the Canada website briefly but sometimes there are different products available in different countries. I’ll check out the International site tonight. I see a bag I like and it becomes very easy to justify the need 😊

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              Giles
              IHUK Crew
              Joined: 22 Sept 2009

              Same here - the 45 is calling me. Will be fantastic for shore fishing in the tropics...Can even use the bottle holders for rods and hold them to the side with the straps above the holders....

              "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                deanclean
                Iron Heart Deity
                Joined: 17 Jan 2014

                @Giles I ordered the 35 L Atrack in Dark Sand last night at work. Was going to get the water system too but figured I’d just stick with my trusty Nalgene for now. I’ll make sure to post some photos.

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                  Giles
                  IHUK Crew
                  Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                  Please do. Thank you

                  "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                    mclaincausey
                    見習いボス
                    @Giles
                    Joined: 12 Apr 2013

                    @Giles said in Luggage Bags and Packs:

                    Cabin luggage sorted......

                    How is that working out? Particularly that dyneema tote?

                    Think it, be it.

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                      Giles
                      IHUK Crew
                      Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                      Perfect thank you. No complaints whatsoever - well I think I need the PC insert for the tote 🙂

                      "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                        deanclean
                        Iron Heart Deity
                        Joined: 17 Jan 2014

                        The Atrack bag got to me a couple days ago. It’s going to work well for me. The only issue for some people would be if you need access to stuff in the bag often while you are walking. There is no real quick access. You would have to take the bag off and lay it down and basically unzip the whole thing to get what you wanted depending on where it is in the bag. This is not an issue for me because I pack it, walk to where I’m going, then open it. Plus there are two big side pockets for for whatever you need quickly and two little pockets on the waist buckle part. There is a cool little detail you won’t find on line but I’m sure is common with Ortlieb. The straps are folded over on the ends and stitched in an “o” shape to secure the folded end. Could have easily just stitched across but the added detail is nice. There is also a little hook inside the bag you could attach your keys or whatever to and 4 nice big zip pockets.

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                          Nik
                          Raw and Unwashed
                          Joined: 12 Nov 2020

                          New daily bag. I liked the look of the Arcteryx Granville 16 but read reviews about the back panel fabric tearing up jackets and shirts. Then I found a vintage-y one with an earlier design smooth back panel and a slightly different interior setup with a side zip divided front pocket and picked it up. I am happy with it, and for days when I take it to work and go to the gym, I put wet/stinky gym, clothes into this Musto rollmop dry bag 1.5litre, which fits those things perfectly.
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                            Brandrea
                            Raw and Unwashed
                            Joined: 19 Sept 2022

                            We travel quite a bit and one thing I’ve realized, is that there’s no substitute for a back pack.

                            My go to is Ogio. They aren’t all that expensive but they hold up really well, they have a great mix of handy pockets and travel straps. Comfortable and balanced too for trekking.

                            Oh …. And get yourself a hero clip. They are indispensable IMHO 🙂

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                              mclaincausey
                              見習いボス
                              Joined: 12 Apr 2013

                              I agree on backpacks and Hero Clips.

                              I've come to realize that there's almost nothing that a messenger does that a well designed backpack doesn't do about as well or better and it's much better for your back and shoulders to have the weight distributed more.

                              Think it, be it.

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                                chrisjohnnick
                                Iron Heart Deity
                                Joined: 7 Jan 2021

                                Love hero clips! I have a medium and a large one on two different bags. I usually buy at least one every Christmas for someone on the list.

                                Wants List:
                                IHSH-20-Red, XL
                                IHSH-208-Indigo Kersey, L-XL
                                IHSH-254-Grey Kersey, L-XL
                                IHSW-45 Black, M
                                IH-526SV 21oz type III, 38 or 40
                                IH-777S-SB size 32
                                IH-777S-142 size 31 or 32

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                                  Graeme
                                  啓蒙家
                                  @Graeme
                                  Joined: 30 Mar 2012

                                  @Graeme said in Luggage Bags and Packs:

                                  @ddtrash the Trakke Storr might be another option. They have a flat zip to open the front like a suitcase, so they should be pretty foolproof.

                                  I've linked to the 35 litre version, there are also 20 and 25 litre models. There's not much stock at the moment, so you might have to wait if you want a particular size or colour.

                                  The Bannoch Pro has a traditional flap opening, with zips down each side of the front panel, allowing easy access. That might be another option, but it's a more complicated closure than the Storr, which increases the risk that the security people can't close it properly.

                                  Trakke are made in Scotland, and the packs I've seen are well put together. They tend to be conservative in how they estimate volume, so they can be larger than other bags with the same capacity on paper.

                                  Unfortunately, Trakke announced that they are closing, and all of their remaining stock has sold out. It's a real shame, as they made lovely bags. I was very tempted by a Bannoch Pro.

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                                    Anesthetist
                                    見習いボス
                                    @Graeme
                                    Joined: 14 May 2011

                                    @Graeme on top of that apparently the now Yeti owned Mystery Ranch is closing up their Bozeman operation.

                                    Also @Graeme I haven been on the forums much so I missed your Loyal Stricklin score. Great looking pack in a cool leather. Have you been carrying it often?

                                    IG: bluehandsslim

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                                      SourPower
                                      Haraki san Expert
                                      Joined: 10 Mar 2024

                                      I wanted to share some local Colorado craftsmanship with y’all. Oveja Negra is primarily a bike-packing brand, and their ethos is very in line with the IH way. I absolutely love my Portero Roll-Top Backpack, which I had embellished with a smiley face patch by the owner Lane!

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                                      “Oveja Negra designs, manufactures, and sells top-shelf bikepacking bags out of our fun and bustling factory in Salida, CO. We are 16 people and 20 machines working our tails off to provide the best bags and customer service to our riders worldwide. Since our start in 2012 we've been manufacturing bikepacking gear in the Upper Arkansas Valley of Colorado. Born in a 300 square foot hole in the wall shop in the old mining town of Leadville, we've since moved our operation down valley to the river town of Salida. Every bag that bears our name is manufactured by a small team of dedicated and talented sewers right here in our factory.
                                      When you decide to purchase an Oveja Negra product you are supporting our community. Thanks to you we are able to provide thrive-able careers to people who live and play in our funky little mountain town. We're also committed to supporting other US manufacturers; this helps us limit the environmental impact of the transportation of our raw goods as well as giving us and you the peace of mind that our materials are produced ethically by companies who invest in their communities. Over 90% of our raw materials come from other domestic factories.
                                      Beyond our ethos of domestic manufacturing, quality is king at Oveja Negra. We are obsessive about the details and keep a close eye on every product. Our gear is designed, tested, and sewn by cyclists that work hard to insure your adventures go off without a hitch.”

                                      Excess In Moderation

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                                        Graeme
                                        啓蒙家
                                        @Anesthetist
                                        Joined: 30 Mar 2012

                                        @Anesthetist it's been a bad couple of weeks for quality backpacks. 😢

                                        I've only used the Loyal Stricklin bag a couple of times. It's a touch smaller than I'd like, and there are a couple of tabs with rivets in the opening, which limit the size of what you can fit in. I want to get a couple of Evergoods Transit Packing Cubes, which I think will be the right size to fit into it. If so, I think that it would be workable for longer trips.

                                        If not, I'll have to find a larger backpack for travel.

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                                          Anesthetist
                                          見習いボス
                                          @Graeme
                                          Joined: 14 May 2011

                                          @Graeme damn, sorry it is a let down. How large so you want your travel pack to be?

                                          IG: bluehandsslim

                                          last edited by 22 Feb 2025, 20:08 G 1 Reply Last reply 22 Feb 2025, 23:18 Reply Quote 0
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