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Something like the Osprey Farpoint 40 might work well for this. That's what I use for most of my travel. Overhead-size, laptop sleeve, plenty of space for a few days of clothes and shoes. The straps pack away if you want to use it duffel-style. And the straps and comfy enough for long walks/day hikes.
https://www.osprey.com/farpoint-40-t...Space%2520Blue |
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I go for underseat luggage with wheels, so nice to get things off your back. You can always keep a small tote bag or backpack for extras, but I avoid the backpack whenever possible.
Like this: https://shop.samsonite.com/luggage/u...12934XXXX.html |
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Personally, the Osprey Farpoint wheeled is what I would go for. Options to roll it with wheels (nice in airport), carry like duffel and also hipbelt/backpack style carry as well - (it's a nice day, i'll walk the 3 miles to the train station instead of taking a cab).
My only beef with a "backpack" backpack (hip belt, daisy chains, etc) is that depending on your business, if you show up to an office with one of those it's just...kinda weird. The Osprey farpoint wheeled strikes a nice balance.
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in the USA something wheeled is great. if you are dealing with subways/metros/cobbles in EU those wheels are not so great. |
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GoRuck GR2 person here as well, I use it with an insert for my camera stuff and still fit my laptop in it without issue and a pair of Vivo shoes that roll up small.
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Patagonia MLC - maximum legal carryon
I've used mine for personal and business travel for 15+ years and it still looks and functions great. All four of us in the family now have our own. It was no problem traveling in Spain for 7 days and recently in Paris for 5 days. I've done 2 week non-business trips myself by packing really efficiently I love the freedom to maneuver quickly and easily in busy spaces and regardless of the surface by using the backpack. It's soft enough that it easily fits in any overhead bin and I have never been challenged by the airline crew to check it if I don't want to. My everyday work backpack is a small Osprey something. I used to wear it for bike commuting and it is still in great shape. I will often carry the Osprey with my laptop and miscellaneous stuff while clothes and shoes are packed in the MLC. I've never had a problem carrying on the two backpacks and if necessary, the Osprey easily slides under the seat. When I'm in business meetings, I rely on the Osprey or a small padded laptop sleeve. I have carried the MLC into conference rooms when I'm taking a taxi straight from the client site after the meeting and I never feel like it's too casual/sporty in a suit and tie business meeting setting. Here's the current version: https://www.patagonia.com/product/bl...gage-backpacks I"m not convinced newer is better. My 15 yr old version seems simpler and more subtle. We bought used, older ones for the kids last year and saved a boatload while getting a better bag IMHO. Last edited by old fat man; 04-17-2024 at 10:20 PM. |
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My mistake. Mine is a GR2 as well. I’ve had it for about 10 years or so. Been through lots of trips, hikes, thrown around. The thing is heavy but tough. One of the shoulder straps got torn a little. Goruck repaired it quick. Good as new now.
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I bought a Patagonia Black hole 60L for short trips, but it makes an excellent carry on. Fits nicely overhead. Ski boots plus a lot of stuff in there. Only complaint is that it needs a strap to secure the two backpack straps across the chest so that they stay secure when I'm dragging other stuff, like a ski bag, through the airport. Otherwise, especially if I'm wearing a synthetic shell jacket, the straps slip off.
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But, it's a great bag for schlepping a pile of bike gear. I wouldn't want to wear it all day, but for transmitting from train station to hotel, it's fine. So, my luggage options are roughly... - Rapha race day bag for one-day events - 2 different size backpacks for day hikes - Osprey Farpoint for carry-on/overhead air travel (usually in combo with a daypack) - Patagucci Black Hole for long weekends and longer trips by car or as checked baggage (which I try very hard to avoid doing). |
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https://www.deuter.com/us-en/shop/ba...rans-alpine-30
I used this one for commuting to collage. it holds a lap top nicely, its intended use is for biking so there is a little pocket for a mini pump, and Deuter has a lifetime time no questions asked repair or replacement guarantee. |
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Overhead bins are 22" x 14" x 9" So, it'll fit the VAST majority of the time, given it's usually full of squishy clothes. Just wanted to call out that it's technically not within carry-on spec for some planes. |
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