OT: Backpack for business travel

[p nut]

Originally Posted by edgerat

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.

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.

[kingpin75s]

Originally Posted by p nut

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.

For those that like a GoRuck style pack, I found this pack to the best of that breed IMHO. Very tough, very light.

https://www.ula-equipment.com/product/ultra-dragonfly/

Each weekly drop sells out very quickly.

[Erikg]

I use a TOM BIHN Tri-Star with the Co-Pilot.
The Tri-Star size works for international flights and is typically used more as a duffle, though it has backpack functionality that hides in a pocket. The Co-Pilot fits perfect in the half split section of the large front pocket of the Tri-Star.

The co-pilot carries essentials such as toiletries, camera and iPad, headphones, note taking stuff, and I typically pull the Co-pilot out of the Tri-Star upon boarding the plane. The Co-Pilot also serves as a personal handbag while visiting the destination, which allows me to keep the bigger Tri-Star with clothes at the hotel. I like that the two bags can nest and pair down into a single bag and also convert to a backpack if needed.

[T-Crush]

I have two of these, one for work, one for everything else, and they are fantastic. Lots of room, padded laptop and ipad sleeves plus a structured side pocket for glasses/phone. Easy carry.

[C40_guy]

Thanks...the Sojourn Porter 46 seems to be the update, although it seems to have somewhat limited availability.

Looks like it will pack better than the more traditional backpacks. It does have an external water bottle sleeve.

Packing cubes will be very helpful...

I'm torn between the Porter, the Farpoint 40 and the more technical backpacks, which may be a bit more comfortable to carry through airports...

[Likes2ridefar]

Originally Posted by C40_guy

Thanks...the Sojourn Porter 46 seems to be the update, although it seems to have somewhat limited availability.

Looks like it will pack better than the more traditional backpacks. It does have an external water bottle sleeve.

Packing cubes will be very helpful...

I'm torn between the Porter and the more technical backpacks, which may be a bit more comfortable to carry through airports...

the Porter carries very nicely with its hidden hip straps and padded shoulder straps when loaded. It is a rounder more efficient shape than a traditional backpack and will be easier to fit in places while holding more without all the extra exposed straps and usually rigid frame of a hiking backpack.

[Alistair]

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

[CMiller]

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

[Dude]

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.

[Mr. Pink]

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.

[Alistair]

Originally Posted by Mr. Pink

I bought a Patagonia Black hole 60L for short trips, but it makes an excellent carry on.

I have a Black Hole as well, 55L size (didn't know there was a 60L). It's technically over-size for carry-on. Most US carriers won't stop you, but if it's a carrier that uses dimensional boxes to check carry-on size, you might be out of luck.

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).

[Mr. Pink]

Originally Posted by Alistair

I have a Black Hole as well, 55L size (didn't know there was a 60L). It's technically over-size for carry-on. Most US carriers won't stop you, but if it's a carrier that uses dimensional boxes to check carry-on size, you might be out of luck.

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).

I don't think they make the 60L anymore, switched to other sizes. Never had an issue at the gate. Love that thing, gotta get that strap issue fixed. It will probably last forever, and, if anything breaks, Patagonia always fixes or replaces it for life. I have experienced that more than once with their garments.

[julian3141]

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.

[Alistair]

Originally Posted by Mr. Pink

I don't think they make the 60L anymore, switched to other sizes. Never had an issue at the gate. Love that thing, gotta get that strap issue fixed. It will probably last forever, and, if anything breaks, Patagonia always fixes or replaces it for life. I have experienced that more than once with their garments.

The 55L is 22.8" x 13.3" x 9.5"

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.

[C40_guy]

Originally Posted by Alistair

- Osprey Farpoint for carry-on/overhead air travel (usually in combo with a daypack)

So...for my upcoming trip I ordered the Farpoint and a Daypack +.

I'll do some prep to see if it works better than my old two wheelie. (I hate spinners.)

IIRC, SEA has a good amount of walking to the transit system once you're outside the terminal...but it's been a while...