Personal Item - Trying to find the perfect travel bag (for Carry On Only) - Minimalist Travel Tips
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 มิ.ย. 2024
- If you're anything like me, then you know that one of the most important things to make a long flight as comfortable as possible is to have the perfect carry-on bag. I've been on a quest to find the perfect bag for my personal item, and I've tested bags from Eagle Creek, Bellroy, Peak Design and Alpaka Gear.
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Eagle Creek Packable Tote: Not available anymore
Eagle Creek Messenger Bag: Not available anymore
Bellroy Venture Sling: amzn.to/46OUnKO
Peak Design Packable Tote: amzn.to/3FiNDcB
Alpapa Zip Pouch Max: amzn.to/3S05qNf
00:00 Why the personal item is important
01:17 Eagle Creek Tote/Pack
02:32 Eagle Creek Wayfinder Messenger Bag
04:20 Bellroy Venture Sling
07:34 Peak Design Packable Tote
08:30 Alpaka Zip Pouch Max
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Greetings from Brazil! We finally made it to our destination.
If you want to know what I packed for this trip: th-cam.com/video/9-EKvo-2J1I/w-d-xo.html
And thanks to everyone for the bag suggestions! I will have a look at all of them once we are a little bit more settled in here in Brazil. But I can already tell that I am glad that I am not able to order bags at the moment - otherwise I would have 25 new ones… 😂
It’s so interesting how what ‘works’ for each of us can be so idiosyncratic! I had a great fanny pack/sling which I absolutely loved. Just before a recent trip the zipper broke and I was scrambling. I got that bag used and did not know the brand. I then went through SEVEN different brands, including Bellroy, and ended up with a Cotapaxi 2 l bag. I haven’t travelled with it yet but so far I really like it! And most importantly it has a zippered pouch at the back for my passport! Thanks for your great videos. Really great info and love how you present!
Travelon and Pacsafe have (their anti-theft collection) bags that have metal meshing to prevent people from cutting the straps and the bags and they have locks/theft prevention for the zippers and straps. They are a little heavier but I don't have to worry about people stealing from me. Most of their bags also have pockets for water bottles and RFID card slots :)
Kipling makes very lightweight bags in all sorts of shapes and sizes. I always take to Europe with me! Their zippers and quality are top notch!
There is also a safety trick with the key fob. Wrap it through the metal loop or handle until it is short enough just to bend back and clip on to the main zipper. No one can access it.
I am amazed how many here suggested Kipling bags. I never had them on my radar, but I will definitely check them out now. Thanks for the suggestion. :)
Kipling bags no rfid or security protection stick to Pacsafe
I just got the Patagonia Ultralight Black Hole Totepack. It's a bit like your original Eagle Creek and can be used as a tote or backpack. Using it as a personal item and loving it so far!
Very informative video, once again! Thanks and keep up the good work!😀✌️
Bellroy lite sling is spacious and very light with capacity of 7L. If the magnetic buckle is a concern there is a easy fix with sea to summit field repair buckles :)
That‘s a great tip with the sea to summit repair buckles… I have not thought of them as an option! Thanks. :)
I use Pacsafe crossbody bags for EDC on longer trips. The quality is outstanding, the security features are perfect, the styles are good, and I feel confident that because I'm vigilant I won't get pickpocketed or get my bag snatched.
I have that Eagle Creek packable tote and haven't yet used it on a trip. You've inspired me to use it this fall in Europe. A traveler always needs a tote for groceries and purchases made in a given day. Thanks for an excellent video.
Kipling are excellent bags, very lightweight and the plain bags can go into a light wash. They are very well made will hold a huge amount and will not break , the zips are very sturdy . The bags are comfortable and there uses a huge range. They can be pricey though. I also have eagle creek packing cubes which are great .
Great video! I have been using a Sherpani Convertible Backpack/Crossbody for the past several years and I love it. It still looks great and has no damage even though I travel about twice a month. And it has outside bottle/whatever pockets. And has several other pockets on the outside as well as on the inside. And it has a document sleeve as well as a sleeve for putting it on roller bags on the back (if you don't want to use it as a luggage sleeve, it zips closed at the bottom and can be used as another pocket). It is the perfect size for under the seat.
I also use a Herschel Alder bag for my EDC while at my destination. It looks a lot like your Alpaka bag--black and flat and crossbody. It fits neatly into my person item and it is perfect for when I am at my destination and don't need my big packpack.
I use the Eddie Bauer Stowaway packable sling bag for my personal item and I love it! The strap can change sides, and it opens from the top like a backpack, so it can be ambidextrous. It has a bottle slot (only on one side, though), and minimal but serviceable pockets, and minimal but serviceable padding. It might not fit your needs for security, but it folds down small and was in my price range. I'm a fan of it!
Thanks for the suggestion. I never heard of it, but I will definitely check it out. :)
Hi Maggi, Good question, haha! I have not found an ideal bag, and part of me would love to travel with underseat only. We usually have our backpacks with waterbottle holders, and then we have Marimekko PAL bags. They are not perfect, but they pack flat and can look nice enough for casual day crossbody. But I am not sure they would suit your purposes. I was actually very tempted by the Eagle Creek Wayfarer as it worked for Lufthansa/Condor. It is a tricky question! Happy travels 😊
Have very safe trip Maggy and Everson..enjoy your time in 🇧🇷. Thanks for all theses precious travel informations.
Starting today. I ll be with Max and Maggie, since an emergency occurred, I ll be in charge of them too.
Hi Harmony! Sorry to hear about the emergency… 😶 But at least the doggies are in good hands. Give them a big hug from me, some Dental sticks (but only when they give you both paws) and throw lots of balls for them. ♥️
I also vote for kipling. I've got a really neat slim bag of theirs with loads of compartments, it also fits into a bag at the airport if someone moans about two bags, and theyre so lightweight. They do a convertable waist bag too, and their zips never fail. Brilliant bags.
Thanks for the tip Emily! I am amazed how many people suggest Kipling bags. I never had them on my radar, but I will definitely check them out now. :)
I have also just purchased a sling for an upcoming trip and will bring a packable shopping bag for more space. Mine is from Samsonite and I have been using it for the last couple of weeks as an everyday carry and really like it. It's the perfect size for everyday use.
Sounds great, espcially when you can use it as an everyday carry as well! 💪
There’s a Bellroy lite 7L sling version of the bag you started with that doesn’t have clips on the end. I use it for my EDC at home often and plan to use it for a trip as my airplane seat bag. I’m going to put it in my osprey 18L packable backpack if I need more space.
Maggi, I thoroughly enjoy your reviews-please try Lojel foldable travel day pack-I also have that PD you chose.
I love my Pacsafe “Fanny pack”. I wear as a sling in both directions. I’m a lefty too! It doesn’t fit my iPad though. So I’m looking into other options from them. But I love their stuff. So secure. Very sleek and lots of good design.
Thanks for sharing! Good luck!
Thanks for the suggestion, I will check it out! :)
@@MaggiFuchs Love your content! Thank you for all you do!
Work with Eagle and design the perfect bag with what you need. It might take off since it sounds do really practical. I've been looking for a bag with the side pocket for the bottle. Seems like they only do it well in school satchels lol.
I would love to do that. 😂
I am using the SACOCHE BAG - CALIFORNIA HIKE from Aevor and I love the compartments and the built up. I am not sure about iPads cause I am just putting my camera and phone inside and some other things. They also have one in a light material version 😉
For actual flight days, I add a normal generic bumbag/fanny pack that can carry a powerbank, phone, some snacks, tissues etc. Its not counted as a personal item, especially if reversed.
I also use a Nanobag Nanopack that is a 23g drawstring 'backpack' that I can use to 'wear' my laptop on my back under my clothes if my weight is flagged. When I have it on under a jacket, you cannot see it, and it gets me through check-in.
I also have a lightweight Scottevest travel vest that weighs not much and can fit a bunch of stuff in the pockets if you need to wear it.
All that said, I mostly just try to not pack so much in the first place, but these give me peace of mind.
Haha I love how you hide things everywhere… 😂 I have been eyeing the Nanobags for a while, but I was a little bit hesitant if they actually hold up…
@@MaggiFuchs They do.
Hi. I have the Kipling Alvar. Great for travel.
Oh, that looks like another great choice. Seems to be a little bigger than the Alpaka one I am currently using… Thanks for the great suggestion Vanda! 🤗
I think you would probably like Tom Bihn bags. I travel with an Aeronaut 30 as my main bag and either one of their Everyday Cubelet or Side Effect bags as my personal item. Australian airlines can be very stingy with their carry on limits so I like being able to fit my personal item inside my main bag if I need to.
I regularly look at some Tom Bihn bags and pouches, because I think they make very interesting ones - however, they are not really available in Europe (without paying huge fees for shipping & customs), so I have not been able to get one. :)
I have a Kipling cross body bag. I think it's the Syro. Great for everyday and travel abd washes well. I hang a collapsible water bottle off it. I would put it on before putting my backpack cabin bag on my shoulders. I like the security abd hands free nature of cross-body although I would never have worn one before I started travelling.
Have a great time in Brazil :)
I never heard of this bag before, but it looks like you made a excellent choice. 👍 The compartments seem very practical, and I like the zippered pocket in the back to keep valuables close to the body. I also used to put on the messenger bag first before the backpack, but the backpack kind of pushed down the messenger bag, so it got even more heavy. I guess it was just a little big too big so they got in the way of each other.
Which collapsible water bottle are you using? I have been thinking of buying one for a while.
@@MaggiFuchs I've been using the Vapur 700ml for a while and really like it. Doesn't get much use when I'm not traveling though as I prefer an insulated bottle for every day.
For security I have a Ruit day bag with all the zips against my back which is good for days out. I also added s-biner micro locks to my backpack to ad an extra layer to get through of someone wants to steal anything, without the hassle of locks.
Check out Pack Hacker. They do a lot of pack reviews. You may find what you're looking for.
Great job as always ! ❤️
If you can get it, something from Pacsafe might be good.
Have you looked at the Lug brand of bags? Many styles with tons of organization and side pockets for water bottle. Or try the Travelon packable tote which is thin lightweight material and has side pockets for water bottle.
Never heard of them, but I will definitely check them out! Thanks for the tip. 🤗
Prueba con la AER DAY SLING 3 MAX, creo que puede adaptarse a tus necesidades.
When searching on amazon, I found this large 'bumbag'. I wear it in front or as a sling. It even fits a large water bottle (laying on side). 'MAXTOP Large Crossbody Fanny Pack with 4-Zipper Pockets'.
nuvoclassic - you got yourself a good buy right there ! Walkie Talkie Traveller :)
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I have too much luggage, always searching for the perfect bag! Well, now I have a perfect bag for different type of trips! I'm partial to the roller bag I bought in Germany, it's hard side, open in the middle with zip up on each interior side....I can't over pack it and it's super light weight and the wheels move like butter along the floor. But, it's a roller bag, so I use it only if we'll be some place that that'll be okay. For backpack, the Osprey Porter 30L or the Peak Design 30-45L - they're both well made bags, and I lean toward liking the Peak Design better, but the Osprey has it's features too! If security is important, I'll go with the hardside Level 8 roller carry-on I have since it has no zippers and can be locked, and the handle can be secured to something in a room if needed too.
The search is real… 😂 The Peak Design is also on my list of bags I want to try out in the future - but I have been hesitant because of the weight and the rather high price point.
@@MaggiFuchs yeah, the weight of the bag is higher than most others. Have you looked at the eBags Motherlode Jr? It's a fantastic bag too - like a mini suitcase....though I'd say the backpack straps aren't as comfortable, but it does come with a shoulder carry strap that's nicely padded so you can carry like a messenger bag!
I love the Longchamp tote. They come in different sizes and colors, fold down if not needed and are sturdy and weather resistant. I could carry my 15 inch laptop plus lots of other stuff. The handles were surprisingly comfortable even when I loaded it up. There are cheaper knock-offs but I can’t speak to the durability.
Thanks for the suggestion! I will have a look. 🤗
Check out Lug super cut and great organization.
I will! Thanks! :)
Have a look at Tom Bihn Pop Tote or the Pilot (there are also smaller versions). Very happy with them. Sturdy quality but less lightweight than the ones you showed.
Are those two bottle pockets on the side?? 😶
I'd love a tom bihn bag if I was in the US. So expensive with shipping though.
@@cathw898 Absolutely agree… I have never been able to get hold of one.
@@MaggiFuchs yes, the Pop Tote has room on each side for a standard small bottle. If I squeeze a bigger bottle in the zipper is not really accesible. The Pilot has the middle, zipperede room for bottles. Pilot has more organization, while the Pop Tote is good for various smaller bags.
Ah cool you’re going back to Brazil, you must really like it there. Where are you going this time?
I really like it and the best thing is that summer starts when winter begins in Austria. 😂 We stayed a few days in Rio and are now in the South. Floripa, Balneario Camboriu, Gramado… the rest we have not decided yet. :) Have you ever been & have a favorite you can share?
@@MaggiFuchs yes I’m originally from Germany but have lived in Brazil as a teenager my favourite was further north places like Natal and Porto Seguro, also smaller places like Trancoso but that was over 20 yrs ago I don’t know how much it has changed since.
I started watching your videos as I’m also now traveling currently through south east Asia but I packed way too much wish I could be more minimalist like you hopefully one day I’ll get there 😊
Aer Travel Sling 2. It's not just the personal item during travel day but also doubles beautifully as my daypack. DSLR, tablet, water bottle (just make sure the lid is tight ;) ), tech pouch, noise-canceling headphones, kleenex, hand sanitizer, masks, rain jacket. No problem.
Aer products are definitely very tempting and this sling sounds like it’s a great size - but I have not found a good place yet to buy them in Austria / Germany / Europe… 🥲
@@MaggiFuchs Schade.. :( Aer is missing out on a large market.
@@jackolantern7342 So true! :)
love your videos keep it up grüße aus de :)
Vielen Dank! Schöne Grüße zurück! :)
The struggle is real....I am still trying to find the perfect travel bag combination. How did the sling/backpack combination work on travel days for you? I tried it once and felt like a tangled mess. How did the tote/backpack combination work on travel days for you? I would love to see a video showing us how you're wearing the bags and any tips you have for travel days. Thank you.
I liked the tote/backpack combination, especially since the tote had a zipper. I found it kind of hard to find the „small stuff“ like my Passport etc in the tote when I needed it. On my last trip, I combined the Bellroy Lite Sling with my backpack and really enjoyed it. I also brought the tote to store my things I wanted with me during the flight (and the sling would have fit inside the tote in case someone would complain during boarding), and I really enjoyed that combination.
Matador? They have super lightweight bags.
Agree, they have nice things! I have considered buying their packable tote bag, but I was not sure if I really should invest 69€ into a thin bag (I could buy three of my current Peak Design totes for the same money… 😂)
Tomtoc sling? Old fashioned buckles, close to body, three dif sizes to choose from, low price
Thanks for the tip. I had a look at them in the past (because I really like the iPad Folios), but they don’t seem very practical for lefties - the buckle is only on one side (and on the wrong one for me, since I would wear it over the other shoulder).
As for magnetic and easy to open buckles like on bellroy...another option would be to tape them with a Gorilla tape lol
@@lemaskamaz2193 Yeah, I thought of superglueing them… but, it’s just too expensive to run around with a bag that holds together with gorillatape… 😂 Then i prefer not to own it. 🙃
When you say “optical” sunglasses do you mean “prescription”?
Yes, I guess that is the word I should have used. 😂
Hi Maggi, I think your not only beautiful by face but also beautiful by mind and nature too, The way you talk in video show your kind mind and beautiful nature, Keep smiling and the God bless you 🙏🏻❤️🤗🌹
Thank you 🤗
I get that guys like sling bags, worn across their chests, but as a woman, I hate them. I wear an average sized bra and having that sling across my boobs is so uncomfortable and awkward. I can’t imagine having large breasts and wearing a sling bag. No to the sling. 👎🏼
Totally agree. I kind of liked the idea of tightening the straps when I am wearing it with a backpack, but other than that, my plan was to loosen the strap and wear it more like a crossbody bag. 😂