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Appreciate it, I'm always trying to improve!

Thanks! Hmmm, they’re pretty different bags. The Alpaka feels more refined whereas the SERT is more rugged. I’d say the SERT holds more due to the external bottle pockets. Tough to make a call but I’d go with the Alpaka because of the dedicated tech storage for both a laptop and tablet. I don’t love the internal pouches on the Metro though.

​@@ECsEDC Interesting choice. I guess the Penumbra reminded me of the Brown Buffalo Concealpack, which is not too dissimilar from the Metro Pro in terms of structure and features. And seeing as AON recently restocked this bag, I was considering giving it a chance. It seems to have a bunch of features I wished the Metro Pro had: external water bottle pockets, a top QA pocket and a full clamshell opening - the latter being my main gripe with the Metro Pro. And while it does certainly have a sleeker aesthetic, the Penumbra 2.0 seems to be a tad more functional. Thank for your response!

100% on the external bottle pockets. That is one of the best feature on this bag. I think you're right about functionality, but for me the biggest need is tech storage. I don't love when bags have an easy to access tech compartment. If you were leaning towards the Sert -- go for it.

I bought the Sling strap separately and it is long enough for me to wear it crossbody at hip level. I'm 5'-6" tall. The swivel feature of the sling strap is good to have.

Thanks. Got it touch with the company and got the measurements. I'd prefer the Sling strap since I'm 6'2" and would like the longer strap. Cheers!

Yup! I find it can sit at the hip in crossbody style.

A winter wonderland ❄️ ⛄️

That CPL16 is one of my favorites though the City Pack better compares to it than the CPP.

Definitely one of my downsides, but if you can get past that, it’s a great bag.

Most bags are boxy lol. Luv aer have several slings, leaning towards 2025 evergoods stuff tho CPL24 kn ecopack

I’ve never had a problem with any PD cube and an EVERGOODS bag, no matter how stuffed they are. Between the flexibility of clothing and the fabric of the bag, they both give enough to compensate for the fit.

@@ECsEDC Good to know. Thanks for that, cheers.

I’d definitely say I prefer the Aer City Pack Pro. It hits home better in aesthetics and in use for me.

Straps are comfy, very padded and come feeling soft, not firm.

Materials are in the description but it’s a 420d Ripstop inside and outside.

I appreciate it brother, my bad I was on the TH-cam app on my tv and didn’t see it in the description my fault. Last question - how does it wear compared to goruck? I’m so used to their harness and the fit on my back esp when it’s packed full.

@ I think they are similar. GORUCK has much thicker straps that take much longer to break in but when those break in, they’re more comfortable than the CTs. Neither has a back panel that breathes well either so prepare for a sweaty back when it’s warm out.

Compared to which bag specifically?

@@Medsasoh yes, I assumed that. I guess I should have asked which version. There’s so many nowadays. They’re similar but overall this is a better value as it’s $85.

I wish they included them!

It’s definitely a little tight but I do think it would work. I laid my shoes at the bottom (size 11 was tight for the bag’s width) with the soles in opposite direction. You have somewhere between 1/2 and 3/4 of the main space for your clothes. I’d flip the jacket inside out and fold up, lay the pants on top and then you could probably get another outfit in there. Not sure if you also need a dopp kit but that might be hard to fit in addition.

​@@ECsEDCThanks for the quick reply. I'm thinking I could put some of the toiletries in the front pocket, or even in one of the water bottle pockets. The ctb 26 is just too big for EDC and this might be the perfect size for EDC and a day business trip bag. And also a companion travel bag for longer trips since it has a pass through and a day pack since it has water bottle pockets....it's almost perfect... Wish is was one inch shallower in depth and worried about the back digging issue I hear. Have you experienced that?

⁠​⁠@@johnpuchalski1369I don’t experience the back digging at all with evergoods products. I’m 6’ but the real measurement is torso length so take that with a grain of salt. It may be one of those things that’s hard to gauge until you have it person and load it out. There’s a lot of discussion around the depth of the CTB20/26. The 20 is 8.5” deep and the 26 is 9, so both are deep bags, but that’s what allows for the bottle pockets, and likely one of the main reasons the CPL24 (7” depth) is unlikely to ever get bottle pockets. Hope that helps!

Thanks for watching!

Both very sleek bags. The Citadel is very technical, offering some pretty neat water resistant and recycled re/cor Cordura exterior that includes taped seams. The new version is built without PFAs, which is great to see. The Citadel also has a luggage passthrough, which the CPL24 does not, which is a nock when it comes to travel. But the Citadel makes you purchase the side handle separately which I’m not a huge fan of. While the technical features are incredible, and great for wet locations, I opted to sell my Citadel and keep the CPL24 due to the overly complex internal organization and because the triglides on the straps would not stay where I had them previously adjusted - though I cannot confirm if that’s been fixed in this recent version. Both are great bags, and I don’t think you’d go wrong with either. Hopefully that helps!

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When I’m not trying something new my current core bags for EDC are EVERGOODS CPL16 / CPL24 (depending on how much I need to carry) and the Filip Raboch Daypack v2. There are others I like very much but these are the most used bags I own in regard to EDC and work commuting.

@@ECsEDC I’m liking the CPL16 but I don’t like the water bladder pass through on the straps. They look weird when empty

@ECsEDC thanks for the reply mate. Do u also have a preference on the one bag travel category?

@ I’m not minimalist enough for one bag travel 😅. I’m a 2 (maybe 2.5) bag kind of person lol. From my limited experience, I was happiest with the CTB35, Matador GlobeRider45 (I need to stop procrastinating this video), GORUCK GR3 34L and the ULA Dragonfly 36L

@@ECsEDC Cheers Mate

Aer - Pro Pack 20L | Everyday Carry Backpack with tons of Organization! Perfect for Digital Nomads! th-cam.com/video/qHDdUUgkdBE/w-d-xo.html

It's a Filip Raboch Clamshell Admin Pouch

Our friend here got it right. That’s the Filip Raboch Admin Pouch.

Very nice! CHZ is a great bag!

It was created for the latter but it remains great for an admin pocket. It’s also surprisingly large in volume, making it ideal for larger or chunkier items.

Awesome update, and thanks for sharing!

Thanks so much!

It’s a great one for sure! And no, not intentionally 🤣

@ my mind lives in the gutter so that’s where it immediately went 🤣

That’s a WILD movie

What’s the primary purpose for the bag?

tbb21

TBB21 is a fantastic bag, but unless you can snag one on the secondary, it’s much more expensive.

@@ECsEDC for daily usage, i work in as a ER doctor, so a lot of things to bring while bringing a 24-26 is a bit heavy for me since i also have mild scoliosis. Looking for a comfy shoulder strap and nice back panel since i also sweat alot and great water resistant. Around the 250$ mark

@ Check out Able Carry Daily Plus (21L), Aer City Pack Pro (24L), and the CTactical 21. All around 2.5lbs empty and in the 21-24L range and very comfy.

I’d say the Small for either. This is based on being able to do laundry and being practical with packing. If you’re a heavier packer the regular is better but you could surely get by with small. Just depends on your packing style and what you plan to bring.

The strap is ok. It’s a standard 38mm strap, but it is removable and replaceable.

It fits in the sleeve but it’s tight. It will fit into the main area but will impact other things you can carry.

Thanks Tiffany! I’m loving mine as well. It’s so versatile.

It’s super great. I wouldn’t not purchase it because of that, but adding a little handle would really elevate this sling.

This is the perfect bag for me too, but the lack of a grab handle is the reason I'm not buying it. When it's in the car passenger seat or actually anywhere, picking it up from a grab handle makes it easy, especially if it's loaded with stuff. I understand if it's a 1.5 or a 2L but this is a 5L bag. There's a lot of others saying the same thing on other reviews, too. Rework did respond to my inquiry about the lack of a grab handle and they were looking into it. May be the 2nd version might have it....? I think they'd sell a lot more. With handle, it'll really be the perfect sling!

@@Michaelhawaii50 I just bought my Toshi Sling. I agree. A grab handle would be great, but there is opportunity to place your own handle on this. You can loop a strap through the two access points at the top of the bag. Connect the ends of the loop with a side release backpack buckle. The handle wouldn't be at the very top of the bag but slightly in the back, but would still work as a grab handle.

Thanks for the tip! I was thinking about improvising a top handle like you described! Since I won't be doing any international travel until spring next year, I'm going to research others or see if they come out with a version 2. I've been looking at the Vanquest Tekko 4 as a possible bag. Again, thanks for your tip😊

@@Michaelhawaii50 I posted a review and photo of my improvised handle on the Rework website for the sling.

Thank you very much!

EVERGOODS 840d is one of my favorite fabrics. I like the 420d on the CTBs and didn’t have much of a problem with the lint and dirt. Everything just brushes right off in my experiences. But the CPL16 is 👌

It is heavier than other bags, but it wasn’t super noticeable, especially once on body. But that could be one more item in the ‘Cons’ list for you…

The x-pac version is 1.3kg so 2.8lbs instead of 3.3lbs if you think that makes a difference.

@@ECsEDC Appreciate your response. I'm struggling to choose between the CTB20 and this one. You did mention that the Metro Pro feel smaller than other usual 24L. I like the smaller form factor. Would you say the Metro Pro exterior is somewhat close to the CTB20?

@@dchoi535The exteriors are slightly different. The CTB uses 420d nylon that has a very smooth feel. The Metro has a more coarse hand feel, as the denier is 600. This reminds me more of a 1000d bag, than it does the EVERGOODS 420d. Both do a decent job of shedding dirt, hair and lint and can be brushed clean with your hand.

@ I’d say the CTB20 feels larger, but I think that’s because it’s more of a bucket.

If you’re not planning on any other hikes, if just use the bags you already have. No point to purchase the CTB20 for hiking when you have the CTB26 and CPL24 - unless you really want it 😎 If you plan on more hikes and being outdoors more often, and still want something from EVERGOODS, I’d say the MPL22. Otherwise I’d go something more hiking specific like Osprey for a purpose built backpack.

thank you for replying! I forgot to mention that my “hike” is really an overnight kind of thing at best, and walking up stairs at mountains or some more civilised trails, cos I am still very much a newbie hiker. Other times depending on how the situation calls it I will still be using the bag daily, and I have very much a digital nomad too bringing my laptop and work around. In an ideal world I can see myself using the MPL for hiking biking and whenever I go for fun activities, while also using my CTB20 as EDC and light travel (along with my TD which can hold most, if not all of my essentials anyway). But now money is tight and time is tight with the OD Green selling out soon. If you were to bite the bullet and choose one, which one would you get first, at least?

I’d buy the bag that would be used the most, overall.

They are Fidlock brand, specifically the Snap 25 splitbars.

@ Thankyou EC

Thanks for taking the time to leave some feedback. That’s really appreciated. I was definitely aware of that during the editing portion and will hopefully have the resolved in the next upload!

They all had to come inside for the fall/winter 😂🌿🌳

Nothing too fancy. There’s plenty of other creative folks out there but I do enjoy using the internal webbing in bags to help further organize. Thanks for the idea though!

That’s great feedback. It’s a really unique bag and I love the 34L. The 840d drapes super nicely on this one. Definitely a sleeper bag, especially when you find it on sale.

@@ECsEDC, good point. Nice review of this 24l! I also have the 34l and it’s definitely one of my top travel pack and very understated and comfortable for thin shoulder straps. Great quality materials and organization. Am looking to add the 28l as it has the same, just smaller and seeing if I can use as edc as it does look smaller (25-26l). The 34l feels more like 31-32l which works for my travel needs. Something not talked about much is torso length. Although I am 5’8” or 173cm, my torso is 21” or 52.5cm, I can’t use much of the edc from AERSF or Evergoods which are mostly 16-18” or 40-45cm+. Looks like I’m wearing a kids pack.

I can say I‘m a big fan of Heimplanet and there was a time where I owned the Daypack 24, the Travel Pack 28 and the 34. Nowadays I decided that the 24 L Daypack will be my daily driver and overnight backpack while the 34 L Travel Pack is more suitable for a weekend or week-long trip. For real travel habits. Why not only the 28 L Travel Pack as my goldi-lock-bag? Because the 24L is much lighter than the Travel Packs, has decent organization and it features a true horseshoe/Clamshell opening. And I can pack nearly the same as inside the 28 L without losing space from the separat Laptop compartment.