I have traveled with a 34L GR2 for over a decade. The current iterations I use are my old 1000D GR2 for all work travel, and a Heritage 34L GR2 in Navy for all personal travel. I have tried the AER travel pack 3, Osprey Farpoint 40, as well as packs from 5.11, Kelty and Matador. I always go back to the GR2. My wife uses the Peak Designs travel pack, and it works great for her. The only other bag I haven't tried that I would like to is the Evergoods CTB 35. It looks like it would work really well for as much travel as I do. I have over 90k miles traveled from Dec 2023 to now, between work and personal. I always 1.5 Bag travel!
Good content but you have a black table top and wearing a black t shirt while most bags are Black. Really difficult to see the bags / detail in the video.
Maybe I can adjust the lighting a bit, I'll have a try. As far as black clothing... I'll definitely try out another color shirt once they make a color darker than black 😂⬛
Carry-on baggage needs to meet BOTH size and weight limits. Please add weight to future reviews or recommendations of bags for travel. Too many baggage review channels leave out weight completely.
I'm wearing another merino t-shirt (Unbound Merino x Carryology), a pair of Western Rise pants, another pair of merino wool socks (Darn Tough), and Whites x Carryology boots.
Dude, this video is mesmerizing… I have watched it three times in a row. Love your style, the bags, your delivery is so easy to watch. Thanks for all you do in this space. Learning tons… planning for retirement travels. Peace.
It’s interesting how few of the features he actually uses for their intended purpose, particularly admin panels. Nowhere does he talk about how much space these pockets steal from the main compartment or overall volume or how useful they are if the bag is packed out. And finally, he might ding some of these bags for how heavy they are because of this over engineering. That Peak Design pack is 4.5 pounds.
Yep, definitely a bummer that those features do add weight. But I have to remember, many other folks utilize those features and love them. While I might not love them, I still want to share my top picks so other folks can potentially find their dream pack.
interesting how some of these bigger litre packs like the osprey and bellroy, actually look worse when fully packed. while smaller litre packs like ablecarry and aer look better with the same load.
O k maybe i'm missing the obvious. The clutch bag you mention. I can't even find it. Tried every spelling. Great video. Great reviews, but maybe just slow down three seconds and give three more words about the bag so I can find it.
Was just carrying my Matador Carryology Messenger today. Great bag. Also, love my Bellroy Transit Plus! Anything longer than a few days, it’s the bag I reach for.
I've used the Peak Design Travel Backpack for the past five years and it's become my favorite one-bag travel choice. It's also my everyday go bag as a first responder because I can carry an entire medical kit utilizing the camera cubes as organization. My only complaint is the buckle snaps to compress the bag eventually broke due to daily usage, but Peak Design shipped me a brand new replacement bag free of charge.
Peak Design includes a life time warranty for their products. Which is a selling point in my opinion. @CarryologyTV maybe it's something to include in your tests (with the weight and height as well) ?
I forgot you are probably doing the lounges in the airport. Nowadays I'm doing as well and unlikely carry a water bottle now as well. Before I did to avoid paying insane amounts for water in the airport. "I don't check my bag" budget airlines, hold my beer xd Unless you want to be one of those standing in the line. There is always a chance they check your bag. Unless flying business...
Mannnn I wish I was flying business. As far as hydration goes, I usually just use the water fountains for a quick drink, lifting my moustache so it doesn't touch the water bowl lolol.
Interesting that 28L-38L is specified as optimal, but 3 of the 12 bags are 40L or larger. Also, having/using load lifters is highly praised, yet the majority of the 12 bags don’t have them. My own choice for traveling on business is Gregory’s Juxt 34, which I find ideal because it includes a clip-in insert (in lieu of a 3L reservoir for long hikes) that holds all of my tech: I must test on an Apple MacBook Air w/MacOS, a Microsoft Surface Pro 8 running Windows 10 or 11, an ASUS ChromeBook running Chrome OS, and an Amazon Kindle Scribe running KindleOS.
I'd add weight of the bag. Must be 2lb or under. Most airlines I travel on allow maximum 7kg./15lb for carry on. I can pack into 28L but it doesn't leave any space. I would love to get to 20L one day.
Great video ! Here I am using the Attitude Supply ATD 1 as my main travel bag nearly since his launch in 2018. I had several different versions. I’m using the V2 ( maybe it’s the V3) for 3 years now. I’ve used it in the Saoudian desert, beaches and mountains of Morocco or some French Alps Glaciers. I’ve also used it to travel by train, planes or buses. This thing adapts to anything. My small EDC carry is the Trakke Bairn. Those two pairing for travel are awesome choices.
Great video! I have the able max carry and love it depending how long I'm traveling. If i'm doing full fledged family travel, I'll probably have to upgrade to my Aer TP2
I have travelled all over the world and never needed a 200 -300 $ carry on bag , for that sort of money i would want a 70L rucksack , As my carry on i use the . ProCase 42L Military Tactical Backpack costs 45 $ and lasted me years , what is also important for me is that the bag can be carried on my front , so that my 70L Rucksack is on my back and my 40L carry on is on my front , leaving my hands free , there are also bags like the Ventura 40L from Mountain Warehouse , there are so many other good bags out there that don`t cost the Earth , Also ( Official carry on ) which is 55 x 35 x 25cm, , The Osprey Sojorn 46 L is 10.16 x 38.1 x 66.04 cm , is too big .
Sounds like you have a system! Great if it works for you. And you can invest more in the 'travel' side of things - sounds like a win! But for me personally, I love to invest in better gear. It just makes my travels more comfortable and less stress free. Each to their own!
Great video! I've got one for you. My wife and I are taking a gap year in our careers and traveling for an entire year. If you were going to take one bag with you for an entire year adventure, what bag would it be? We will be doing hiking and backpacking at times but right now are exploring the idea of just renting our gear for when we do that instead of lugging our tents/sleeping bags/gear all over the world. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Hey Austin, if you're looking at 'adventure travel', I'd recommend you look at Osprey Farpoint / Fairview. Super reliable, great price, and has a modular daypack attached when you want to be agile.
I just watched a feature film of backpacks. And yet the word 'concise' still fits. Thank you for reviewing as a real-world tester. Moving the same components from bag to bag was what made this the best. I use an Outbreaker 45L but I would really like to pare down and save some weight. Out of all of these, the ones most intriguing to me are the Peak, the Aer, and again, the Tortuga.
@@TortugaBackpacks Cool. Looking forward to what you all came up with. I've done a few backpacking trips with the Outbreaker and it's been great. I have even lended it to friends for some of their backpacking trips. Still looks brand new. And my favorite feature is the flat part that's meant for laptops. I actually use that to pack a travel dress jacket and pants without having to fold them so much. But it is such a beast. There are three things I would love to see. Stowaway straps, simpler main area/not so many zipped compartments, and better stitching on the load lifters. I see the stitches on them when it is fully loaded and I worry how long they will last. Here's hoping! I heard that you all at Tortuga really keep tabs on mentions and social media but I have to say I still appreciate the response!
@@CarryologyTV that makes me laugh because my wife and I would love to travel enough to be able to try out 12 bags! You've got a cool job, man. And I don't know how many years you've been doing it, but it's cool that you still have a real passion for it.
Love both my PD 45L and Aer 35L. Also have a CTB26 that I use for weekend trips. You didn't mention that in the PD those inside mesh pockets on the divider can be accesses from either compartment, or the whole divider removed to get one enormous main compartment. Not quite sure about all the bags, but all those pockets and zippers in the PD also make it (one of) the heaviest bag on the list.
Definitely not a lightweight option at all! While that middle wall feature is definitely cool, I kinda like having the separate compartments for my style of packing.
Great vid, I'm GR2 40L 500d for travel kind of guy. Probably could make a 34 work, just too cheap to get another $400 bag. I had a Timbuk2 Wingman a few years ago that was a lot like that MR Rover - it was 40L though.
Thank you much! Oh man... top 3 would be REALLY tough. I guess my *most used* on this list (not necessarily favorites, just how it works out); Bellroy, GORUCK, and EVERGOODS (not in any order).
Dude, how much L is the hyperlite pod for the clothing? when seeing this, all the backpacks are seriously overkill IMO. And, no ULA dragonfly mentioned? This week there was even a great article in the NYP. For OBT the ULTRA Dragonfly is ideal. It is light, water resistant, can fit lots of stuff, and the size really adapts well with what you put in. (Large/small)
@@CarryologyTV oh 13 L, the pod looked smaller! The dragonfly is great solid minimalist backpack and really nice for short travel! Although it is a bit hyped, i really enjoy it and is my current #1 backpack) you will not be disappointed!
I have never used side handles to "carry like a briefcase". Furthermore, I doubt it that's at all the intention of a side handle. I use it every time to put the bag on or to set the back down. It makes it much easier and dramatically improves the experience of wearing the bag. I stick to right-handed use side handles. I no longer purchase any models with a side handle for left-handed use, as the ones shown from Able Carry, Tortuga or Tom Bihn. I do own the CTB35, the Aer TP2, The Aer TP3, and the Heimplanet Transit 34. All these models have a side handle for right-handed use.
I appreciate the video but you need to move the camera back and have a larger table so you can lay things down and open them up more visibly, it looks like you're all cramped up in the space and it's all dark. You can see this on almost any other bag channel. If you don't have the room, at least cover the table with a lighter color and wear a lighter shirt.
Sadly I don't own any lighter colored shirts (and I never will), BUT... love your suggestion about a brighter tabletop.... will definitely look into some options to brighten things up a bit ☀
Says he uses the waist belt in a pinch, but it's clearly a brand-new bag as the silica gel pouch falls out at 1:09:49. 🤔 Like, sure, maybe he has his own and this is a brand-new demo one, but makes it tough to think you've used the bag when that one is brand new.
Hated the peak design. It was so fidely and frustrating. Way too much going on. Straps weren’t great either and sternum strap was just a fidely clip you couldn’t do one handed.
Would like to hear about carry-on travel backpacks that do NOT have a separate laptop compartment because 1) few people carry a laptop on vacation and 2) separate laptop compartments, especially well-padded ones, take away a good chunk of volume that could otherwise be used for clothing.
Thanks much! While most of these would work great for a man or a woman, Osprey does make some women specific harnesses which would be a great option to check out!
Awesome video, really loved it! There are so many amazing backpacks out there that no list can be complete. If I were to add 2 backpacks, it would be the Minaal V3 Carry-on and Pakt 45l. Keep up the good work, cheers!!
Unfortunately, the Arc’teryx Ralle Lightweight Jacket (260g) is not available anymore, and the updated link goes to the Ralle Insulated Jacket (560g). It's more than 2 times the weight, but also the volume, and can barely be used as a "quick access rain jacket". What would you recommend instead?
Solid video with great picks. I have the Able Carry Max and Tortuga Travel, both are outstanding. Find the Able Carry, the better choice for carry-on when I use the overhead for wheeled luggage and the Tortuga if I'm doing one bag travel. Tried the Aer Travel Pack 3, found it too warm on my back.
@@QjemuseIf you can try them or at least put each on your back that would be ideal. The square-ish shape of the AER makes it ideal for packing cubes, but I didn't find it comfortable at all to carry and very warm on my back. I really found the Tortuga's harness much better and the better one bag travel. The Able Carry Max is really nice and extremely well built. I use it when I have rolling luggage. More of compliment to wheeled luggage. Comfort is paramount in a travel backpack. Trekking through airports, standing in lines, on buses, trains etc and in warmer climates it becomes more evident how good or bad a pack is.
Great video, do you think there will be a similar collaboration or a similar product available to the Carryolgy/ Matador messenger in the near future?thanks
Hey there, we might be working on something, but it's some ways off. You can try our FB now though, there's always some collaborations selling for a fair price: facebook.com/groups/carryologyclassifieds
Great video, thanks for putting in the effort to create this. I love how you carry your bags, up high and tight, secure to your back. That’s how I carry my bags also. I HATE seeing people who wear their bags low, almost bumping on their ass. It’s annoying to see. This is a great list. Did you do, or are planning to do, a similar list for bags that are mostly EDC/light travel?
Hey, thanks for the kind words. Appreciate it! Yes, we've done two on EDC. Are these helpful? 1) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GX3VmuUwDk0.html 2) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-6ucayMDMqYw.html
No current plans. But hey, you never know. There's been so much love for the EDX series we might just have to start working on a 2.0 ;) In the meantime, check out our FB group (facebook.com/groups/carryologyclassifieds). That's the best place to score a EDX Messenger secondhand.
If Tortuga didn't insist with their left-handed use side handle it would be my first choice. I own the extinct Outbreaker Laptop 27L, perfect in every sense, exept I was never able to use the side handle to set the pack down given the odd placement on the wrong side, and ended up sending this amazing bag to the collection warehouse. I also prefer the vertical clamshell opening style, but unlike the side handle not placed on the correct side, not a deal-breaker.
I feel you there. When a bag just doesn't check all the boxes, sometimes they end up out of rotation. But hey, that's why we're here, to all find the best bag that works best for you and your needs 🤘
Are those Matador messengers still available? When I follow the link in the description and then I click on the link for the messenger bag it shows that the page isn't available. I'm always looking for a good packable messenger bag to bring on my "one" bag travel trips and there just don't seem to be many great options out there. Everyone just does packable backpacks but I much prefer a messenger for walking around a city.
They sold out almost instantly! But if you join the Carryology Classified facebook group, you can certainly find one for sale from a rad member of our community... they'll hook you up!
@@CarryologyTV Great to know! I'll definitely get joined up - although it sounds like a dangerous place to be for someone who already has a problem buying too many backpacks ;)
